AHGA Winter Mountain Leader Course (Catskills, NY)
About
This 4 day course + 4 hour zoom session is for guides operating in winter environments. This course covers snow travel on Class I to IV terrain and ice travel on Class I to III terrain. All of the equipment used to negotiate this terrain with clients or groups will be instructed during this course. Some course content includes (but is not limited to) fixed lines, traction methods, avalanche awareness, roped travel, axe & crampon use and much more.
Prerequisites: - CPR/AED certification - Wilderness First Responder certification - AHGA Backpacking Guide certification - AIARE Level II - Leave No Trace Trainer - 20 Quality Winter Mountain Days to include 4 overnight trips
Cancellation
Cancellation/reschedule: NO REFUNDS FOR AHGA COURSES. Cancellation MUST be done 7 days in advance for a reschedule opportunity. Allowed one reschedule per voucher after that a $20 admin fee will apply. No show results in no reschedule opportunity. Weather will be checked 10-12 hours pretrip, this is a rain or shine course/trip so be prepared for various weather conditions.
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