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Avalanche Rescue Course - Salt Lake City
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Pricing
Ages 10+
Description
Avalanche Rescue Course - Salt Lake City
The AIARE Avalanche Rescue or AAA accredited curriculum is a one-day course intended to teach the current best practices in rescue techniques and gear. Taught by highly experienced ski and splitboard guides who are both AIARE providers and AMGA certified, this course ensures you learn from instructors with real-world expertise and teaching experience.
This course is ideal for both new participants looking to learn the basics of companion rescue and returning students seeking to practice advanced rescue scenarios. You’ll gain professional coaching on your skills and receive a rescue card acknowledging your completion. Your instructors will cover everything from companion rescue to multiple burials and evacuation considerations. With hands-on practice in Big & Little Cottonwood Canyons, you’ll leave the day prepared to respond effectively in avalanche situations.
By the end of the course, you should be able to describe what to do if someone is caught in an avalanche, identify and use essential rescue gear, set up realistic practice scenarios, improve your response times, and develop a plan for ongoing skill practice.
Avalanche Rescue Course Learning Outcomes
- 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 avalanche rescue response.
- Improve their response skills and times during and after the course with feedback from instructors and peers.
- Develop a plan for continuing practice.
Duration
8 hours
Location
Ages & Requirements
What's Included
- Expert instructors
- Rescue reference card
- Avalanche beacons, shovels, probes, and packs for those who need them
Not Included
- Ski & splitboard touring equipment. We can help with discounted rentals through our partner Black Diamond, if needed.
- Food
- Lodging
- Transportation to meeting point
What to Bring / Wear
- Avalanche beacon, shovel, probe, and pack
- Ski & splitboard touring equipment.
- Shell – Jacket/pants (soft shell or gortex with little to no insulation)
- Insulating layer – Down or synthetic puffy coat
- Mid Layer – Synthetic or wool zip shirt
- Base layers: Synthetic, wool or silk bottom, underwear and top
- 2 pairs of gloves
- Hat or hats
- Buff
- Wool or synthetic ski socks
- Helmet
- Google & Sunglasses
- Bottle/thermos for hot tea
- Sunscreen
- Handwarmers/Toe warmers
Salt Lake City Avalanche Courses
ADVENTURE PROVIDED BY Red River Adventures
FAQs
Which avalanche education course should I choose?
Choosing the right avalanche course depends on your background and goals. For a detailed breakdown of which course is right for you, check out our blog:Backcountry Education Guide: Choosing the Right Avalanche Course
Do I need previous avalanche training to take this course?
There are no course prerequisites, but you should be comfortable using your ski/splitboard setup.
What kind of fitness level do I need?
These are full days outside in the winter. The Avalanche Rescue Course is a low-exertion day focused on skills.
Do I need backcountry skiing or splitboarding experience?
Yes. All courses take place in real backcountry terrain, so you need to be comfortable moving on skis or a splitboard in variable conditions.
What if the weather is bad?
Courses run in most winter conditions. Only truly unsafe weather (such as road closures or avalanche warnings that prevent safe access) would delay or reschedule a course.
Do I need to take Avalanche Rescue before AIARE 1?
No. You can take it before or after AIARE 1. Many people return to Rescue multiple times to refresh their skills.
Can I retake Avalanche Rescue if I’ve already done it once?
Absolutely. Rescue skills are perishable, and each time you take the course you’ll get more practice with realistic scenarios and updated best practices.
How often should I refresh my rescue training?
We recommend retaking Avalanche Rescue every year or two, especially if you don’t practice beacon drills regularly.
Can snowboarders take the course?
Yes! Splitboarders are welcome and encouraged to join.
Cancellation Policy
Clinics, Courses, and Exams
Payments
- A deposit of 50% of the total is due at time of reservation.
- 30 days prior: 100% of the trip total is due and will be charged to the card on file.
Cancellation
- 31 or more days prior to start: Full refund.
- 30 days or less to departure: 100% of the trip total is nonrefundable.
Trip Insurance
Insure Your Trip
Please consider using a credit card or travel insurance for added protection. Recommended credit cards with trip protection include:
- Chase Sapphire Preferred / Reserve
- Capital One Venture X
- Amex Platinum
- BOA Premium Rewards
If your credit card doesn’t offer protection, consider dedicated travel insurance providers like:
- Allianz
- World Nomads
- Travel Guard
- Tin Leg
These companies offer coverage for activities, courses, clinics, or your entire trip — often at a reasonable cost.
Purchasing travel insurance, regardless of trip size or length, helps protect against losses from unforeseen or last-minute changes.
⚠️ Cancellations or changes for ANY reason are subject to our cancellation policy and will only be refunded as outlined. Please protect yourself by insuring your trip!
General Policies
Red River Adventures (RRA) reserves the right to cancel any trip due to weather, insufficient bookings, or other circumstances beyond our control at any time. We will make every effort to reschedule.
If a reschedule isn’t possible, bookings canceled by RRA will receive a full refund.
Weather Policy
Weather is an unavoidable part of the dynamic environment we operate in. Conditions may not always be ideal.
- If RRA determines conditions are suitable for your activity but you choose to cancel or discontinue, the trip will end at your request — no refund.
- If RRA determines conditions are unsafe, we may alter the itinerary. This could include shortening the route, changing the venue, or canceling the remainder of your trip.
Refund Breakdown for RRA-Ended Trips:
- Less than halfway complete: 50% of the trip fee is charged.
- Halfway or more complete: Full trip fee is charged.
Availability
There is no instant booking availability for this adventure. Drop us a line using the contact form below and we'll do our best to help you book this adventure or suggest some alternative options
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Location
Address
Red River Adventures, 1140 South Main Street
Moab, UT, 84532
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