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Mountain Awareness Courses Go to >>> Off Piste Clinics Levels Mountain Awareness Avalanche Training Touring Off Piste Safari FAQ's Off-piste Home These 1 day courses are aimed at keen, competent skiers who want to learn some essential skills and tips to improve their confidence when skiing off piste. The focus is on trip planning, navigation and understanding the risks and hazards associated with backcountry skiing. They are particularly recommended for skiers/boarders who are planning to spend the season in the Alps and looking forward to enjoying as much time as possible riding off piste. For more info on the Mountain Awareness Courses call: 020 8877 5776 or email us at: ifyouski@mountaintracks.co.uk Topics covered   Session 1 The Avalanche hazard - how to recognize the danger and how to avoid it, followed by practical avalanche search and rescue scenarios. Session 2 Discussion and demonstrations of the safety equipment that all skiers and boarders should carry at all times when skiing off piste. Session 3 The falling hazard - security on steep ground, dealing with ice, what to do if you do fall. Session 4 Dealing with incidents, near misses and accidents. Session 5 Getting safely off the mountain; tips for coping with difficult snow. Session 6 Trip and route planning and navigation, where you can and cannot (must not) go.   Mountain Awareness Course Information Skill & Stamina Level These courses are suitable for intermediate and advanced skier or boarders. Off piste skiing experience is not required. Cost £60 Group Numbers Minimum group size is 5, maximum size is 12 with 2 guides. Course Duration 1 full days guiding (0830 - 1630 approx). Equipment Participants will need to bring their own skis/boards, a day pack and valid lift pass. Mountain Tracks will provide the safety equipment: transceiver, shovel and probe. Whilst on the mountain, participants will be active most of the time though there will be some time spent standing on the snow. Insurance Each participant must have insurance for personal accident, rescue and third party risks and skiing off piste. For more info call: 020 8877 5776

 

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