AST Level 2 - Lake Louise & Rogers Pass March 4-7th 2021

Lake Louise & Rogers Pass are in the Heart of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. These are both excellent locations for the Avalanche Safety Training level 2. With a variety of snowpack structure and terrain that is crucial for advanced avalanche training in the mountains, the group will plan to spend at least one day in Rogers pass and two days in the Lake Louise area. These logistics may change depending on weather and avalanche conditions.

Leading up to the course the AAA guides will be in touch to engage the pre-trip planning for field days and to begin the forecasting process. Through out any winter, this is an ongoing process that not only requires due diligence with note taking but also keeping an intuitive approach in regards to who you are traveling with and the mountains you want to ride.

You can expect 4 intense long days, which will begin pre morning till group debrief in the evening which may take us till 9:00pm.

This is a 4 day course which requires previous touring experience and up to date avalanche safety skills.

If you are unsure if you are ready contact us at [email protected] or sign up for an AST 1 course.

Alpine Air Adventures is a full service guiding company, the guides have a massive amount of experience in all terrain. Ski, splitboard, ice climb, summer scrambling or mountaineering, we have the wealth of knowledge which will help you with crucial decision making on your mountain journey ahead.

• Day one of class in the Guides room at the Lake Louise Alpine Center, some components of the day will take place out side.
•  Three days touring with a professional guide, this is a stepping stone for learning that all serious enthusiasts need to take
  • Companion Rescue
  • Deep burials, multiple burial scenarios
  • leading a group up & down in challenging and complex avalanche terrain
  • Risk tolerance and decision making model
  • Snowpack analysis using a variety of online and onsite tools
  • Understanding online weather products and changing mountain weather
•  Avalanche Canada Curriculum and professional field book for field notes and weather observations
• All instructors are certified by the Canadian Avalanche Association and hold Professional membership and the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides and or the International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations.
• Maximum 8 students:1 instructor on the field days
• Certificate of completion from AAA and Avalanche Canada

Cost does not include accommodation, food or transportation. A detailed information package will be emailed to you when you register.