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  • AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Course Jan 9-11, 2026 Hut Based La Grande

    What: New for this winter the WAC is teaming up with local outfitter Eagle Cap Mountain Guides to offer a hut-based AIARE Level 1 Course.  Participants will meet Friday at 8 am, and head into the Buck Creek Yurt after a quick breakfast and intro in town.  This course is a hybrid design with pre-course online learning that […]

    $800

  • AIARE 1 Refresher Anthony Lakes Jan. 10th

    The AIARE 1 Refresher is designed for individuals who have completed an Avalanche Level 1 Course and are seeking a one-day refresher.  This is a great way to review and learn new techniques and best practices.  We’ll spend part of the day reviewing avalanche companion rescue techniques, as well as best practices for navigating terrain […]

    $175

  • AIARE Motorized Rescue Course January 16, 2026 La Grande

    Who Should Take this Course The Avalanche Rescue Course is a one-day course aimed both at new and experienced recreational backcountry travelers and aspiring avalanche professionals. Student Learning Outcomes At the end of the Avalanche Rescue course the student should be able to: Describe what to do if they or a member of their party […]

    $175

  • AIARE Level 2+Companion Rescue Jan 16-18, 2026 Hut Based La Grande

    What: For 2026 we are offering a 3-day hut-based AIARE Level 2 Course combined with a Companion Rescue Course at the Buck Creek Hut operated by Eagle Cap Mountain Guides. Course Description The AIARE 2 is a three-day/24-hour course that allows backcountry travelers to advance their decision-making skills in more complicated situations such as being a leader […]

    $975

  • Motorized AIARE 1 Jan 17-18, 2026 Catherine Creek

    Details: Jan 17-18  La Grande, OR. Field sessions will take place over 2 days from the Catherine Creek sno-park. 6:1 student-to-instructor ratio Participants must have: -snowmobile or snow bike (reliable and appropriate for mountain riding)​ -avalanche rescue gear (digital avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe) -backpack (airbag pack optional) -DOT-approved helmet -the ability to ride off trail […]

    $525

  • AIARE Companion Rescue Jan 23, 2026 Anthony Lakes

    Student Learning Outcomes At the end of the Avalanche Rescue course, the student should be able to: Describe what to do if they or a member of their party is caught in an avalanche. Identify and be able to use gear necessary for avalanche rescue. Set up a realistic scenario in order to practice an […]

    $175

  • Motorized AIARE 2 January 24-25, 2026 Halfway

    This course will utilize a hybrid model, in which all participants will receive online pre-course learning materials that should take around 8-hours to complete.  A Zoom session will be held before the two field sessions to answer questions about the pre-course material, cover the AIARE Framework and mapping tools.  It is imperative that participants put […]

    $525

  • AIARE Level 1 Jan 24-25, 2026 Anthony Lakes

    What: This course is a hybrid design with pre-course online learning that should take on average 8 hours to complete.  Students will also be required to participate in a 2-hour Zoom session approximately 1 week before the start of the two field sessions.  Pre-course online learning materials will be sent out a month before the course […]

    $525

  • AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Course Jan 30-Feb 1, 2026 Hut Based La Grande

    The AIARE 1 is a three-day / 24-hour introduction to avalanche hazard management. Students can expect to develop a good grounding in how to prepare for and carry out a backcountry trip, to understand basic decision-making while in the field, and to learn rescue techniques required to find and dig up a buried person (if […]

    $800

  • AIARE Level 1 Feb 7-8, 2026 Joseph

    What: This course is a hybrid design with pre-course online learning that should take on average 8 hours to complete.  Students will also be required to participate in a 2-hour Zoom session approximately 1-week before the start of the two field sessions.  Pre-course online learning materials will be sent out a month before the course starts. […]

    $525

  • Motorized AIARE 1 Refresher Feb 7, 2026 Catherine Creek

    Details: Feb 7  La Grande, OR. Field sessions from the Catherine Creek Sno-Park. 6:1 student-to-instructor ratio Participants must have: -snowmobile or snow bike (reliable and appropriate for mountain riding)​ -avalanche rescue gear (digital avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe) -backpack (airbag pack optional) -DOT-approved helmet -the ability to ride off trail in varied terrain and deep snow […]

    $175

  • Snowmobile Riding Clinic for Snow Professionals Feb 26-27

    If you are a snow professional who’s interested in building your snowmobile skills and technique, or are looking to advance to the next level, the Wallowa Avalanche Center is offering a 2-day clinic on February 26-27.  This clinic is open to Avalanche Forecasters, ski patrollers, ski guides and other industry professionals. Description What:  2-day riding […]

    $500

  • Womens Only Snowmobile Clinic Feb 28-March 1

    The Wallowa Avalanche Center’s Women’s Snowmobile Riding Clinic will provide a supportive, skills-based learning environment focused on building confidence, avalanche safety awareness, and technical riding ability for female participants. The clinic will be led by experienced instructors, creating a welcoming space for participants to develop their riding skills. Some of the skills covered will include: […]

    $500