4 spots available

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 in the prerequisite time so they are prepared for the two field sessions.

The Wallowa Avalanche Center is offering the Motorized Level 1 January 11-12, and will take place near La Grande out of the Catherine Creek snopark.

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
-a Oregon Snopark pass

Price Includes:
AIARE Certified Course Leader and Instructors
24 hour course with a 6:1 maximum ratio
AIARE student manual
AIARE field book
AIARE certificate of completion

Cancellation: We recommend you purchase trip insurance in the event you have to cancel your course.  If you need to cancel within 30 days of the start of the course you will not receive a refund.  Cancellations more than 30 days of the start of the course will receive a refund minus $50. 

If you would prefer to pay with a check, please email rex@wallowaavalanchecenter.org to be added to the course roster and mail a check to: WAC PO Box 324 Joseph, OR 97846.

For more information contact rex@wallowaavalanchecenter.org