BACKCOUNTRY COURSE

Friday 3 August to Sunday 5 August

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This course teaches snow survival skills for backcountry tourers. The course will run from 1pm Friday 3 August to Sunday 5 August, including a snow camp on Saturday night.

The topics covered are:

Preparation: how to prepare for a day, overnight or long trip

Weather: where to find information about weather and how to read its effect

Navigation: be involved in a map and compass exercise

Terrain: learn how to read terrain, how to travel safely, common terrain traps, avalanche awareness, snow pit, beacon and probe practice

First aid: emergency treatment of the most common injuries

Survival skills: emergency shelters, snow cave construction, team dynamics

Friday afternoon will consist of lectures and practice in preparation to head out on snow on Saturday morning.

The cost per person is $600 (including a workbook).

The course is conducted by David Wilson from Mt Hotham Ski Patrol. Please contact David on the below for bookings.

Please note a minimum of 5 people and a maximum of 12 people will be admitted to the course.

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