Avalanche Awareness Leader Recert Field Session

Activity Notes

Avalanche awareness re-certification session for Climb Leaders and LD candidates. We're not going to do an in-person lecture, instead all participants must review the list of mandatory material below prior to the field session.  Please make a note of any questions and bring them with you.    MEETING DETAILS: March 2nd, 2022 - 7:30am - 2:00pm -  White River West Sno-Park CONTACT: Stephanie Nelson - 360-790-6729 -or- neffasteph@gmail.com MATERIAL TO REVIEW BEFORE SESSION : It is mandatory that you complete these videos before the session. Failure to review all required materials will disqualify you from badge recertification. Avalanche Safety Lecture Avalanche Rescue Series: Beacon Searching 101 How To: Snow Profiles & Tests Weak Layer, Slab, Trigger = Avalanche on Vimeo   Avalanche Rescue Avalanche Probing 101 Avalanche Rescue Avalanche Shoveling 101 EQUIPMENT: Day-trip snow travel gear of any kind (skis with skins or snowshoes recommended) Shovel, probe, avalanche beacon with batteries, and snow saw if you have them  3 AAA batteries if you will be using a Mazamas? avalanche beacon Warm clothes, extra gloves, hand warmers, sunscreen, lunch, and plenty of water Weather info and current Avy forecast Any questions you have after reviewing the videos above Activity Prospectus