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Tickets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSki\/Splitboard Gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvalanche Gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIce Axe, Crampons, Climbing Harness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuide Gratuities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequisite Experience\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSkills\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAdvanced or expert skiing or riding ability is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSkiers and riders must be proficient in backcountry skiing or splitboarding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe can introduce ski \u003c\/span\u003emountaineering skills (ice axe, crampons, ropes) on this trip, so as long as you are a sound backcountry rider looking to build knowledge and skills to tackle larger objectives and become more self-reliant in the backcountry, this is the trip for you!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe objective of this program is to teach or improve the necessary decision-making skills for big mountain ski touring and ski mountaineering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFitness\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis is a physically demanding trip and a high level of fitness is required.  Please reach out if you are unsure about your level of fitness and we can help determine if the trip will be right for you.  Our partners at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pallas.io\/\"\u003ePallas.io\u003c\/a\u003e also offer training programs to help you build the fitness you 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Spire is a gem of the High Sierra, packed with steep faces of beautiful white granite that the Sierra is renowned for.   \u003c\/strong\u003eThe peak offers two main rock routes that are both excellent for the grade.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe approach to the climb wanders through the Little Lakes Valley and varies from a wide and well-maintained trail to a rugged scramble through chunky granite talus.\u003c\/strong\u003e  The view is stunning as you walk past numerous high-elevation lakes surrounded by granite spites. We recommend this as a 2- or 3-day trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRoutes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most classic alpine rock-climbing routes on Bear Creek Spire are: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainproject.com\/route\/105806337\/northeast-ridge\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNortheast Ridge\u003c\/a\u003e - 5.5 with a 5.6 move to the summit block. This route follows a striking ridgeline to the summit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainproject.com\/route\/105806102\/north-arete\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNorth Arete\u003c\/a\u003e - 5.8 - This route ascents a dramatic arete to the summit and includes more sustained, technical climbing than the NE Ridge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequisite Experience \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOutdoor rock-climbing experience with the ability to follow multiple pitches up to 5.6 in difficulty is required for this climb, along with being in very good physical condition. P\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003erevious backpacking experience is recommended. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIf you're unsure which climbs are right for you, \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@blackbirdguides.com?subject=Eastern%20Sierra%20Alpine%20Climbing!\u0026amp;body=Please%20include%20a%20phone%20%20number%20we%20can%20reach%20you%20at:\" title=\"Email us to help you decide which routes are right for you!\"\u003eemail us\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll make sure we pick a climb that falls within your physical fitness and technical skill level.  If this is your first time climbing with us, we'll review your experience and make sure we pick something within your limits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Blackbird Mountain Guides","offers":[{"title":"2","offer_id":39856718250083,"sku":"060122-ESBCS-INYO","price":1395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1","offer_id":49002937319723,"sku":"","price":2295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/8159\/8051\/products\/Rockclimbingbearcreekspireabovelittlelakesvalleyintheeasternsierra.jpg?v=1726089096"},{"product_id":"eastern-sierra-temple-crag-climbing","title":"Temple Crag Climbing","description":"\u003ch4\u003eOverview \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemple Crag includes three prominent aretes that make up this premier rock climbing area of the Palisades, and some of the most beautiful climbing you'll ever do! Completing one route on this massive chunk of rock will only leaving you wanting to do all of them! Three days in this remote area most definitely won't feel like enough!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRoutes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most classic routes on Temple Crag are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainproject.com\/route\/105928910\/venusian-blind\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVenusian Blind\u003c\/a\u003e - 5.7 - Packed with fun climbing and wild exposure, some consider this climb to be more classic than the East Buttress of Mt. Whitney\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainproject.com\/route\/105804358\/moon-goddess-arete\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMoon Goddess Arete\u003c\/a\u003e - 5.8 - With a reputation for being one of the finest 5.8 climbs in the High Sierra, you must experience the wild and continuous exposure of this climb for yourself!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainproject.com\/route\/105811901\/sun-ribbon-arete\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSun Ribbon Arete\u003c\/a\u003e - 5.10a - 18 pitches on a striking arete, only to be topped with a thrilling Tyrolean Traverse that helps you pass a large gap!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequisite Experience \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOutdoor rock climbing experience with the ability to follow multiple pitches up to 5.7 in difficulty is required for this climb, along with being in very good physical condition. P\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003erevious backpacking experience is recommended. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIf you're unsure which climbs are right for you, \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@blackbirdguides.com?subject=Eastern%20Sierra%20Alpine%20Climbing!\u0026amp;body=Please%20include%20a%20phone%20%20number%20we%20can%20reach%20you%20at:\" title=\"Email us to help you decide which routes are right for you!\"\u003eemail us\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll make sure we pick a climb that falls within your physical fitness and technical skill level.  If this is your first time climbing with us, we'll review your experience and make sure we pick something within your limits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e1:1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Blackbird Mountain Guides","offers":[{"title":"2","offer_id":40035506913379,"sku":"","price":1275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1","offer_id":39859754172515,"sku":"220601-ESTCC-INYO","price":1875.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/8159\/8051\/products\/20190423_074743PalisadesandTempleCragskiingandalpinerockclimbing-2.jpg?v=1652468422"},{"product_id":"truckee-tahoe-mountain-biking","title":"Truckee Tahoe Mountain Biking","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith endless miles of trails for all abilities and skill levels, mountain biking in Truckee is a must whether you're just passing through or you've been here forever! We can plan a trip for the day that's perfect for you based off your experience and fitness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrails (just to name a few)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDonkey Town Trail\u003c\/strong\u003e - Formerly known as \"Jackass\", this trail is a Truckee classic! Rated as an intermediate trail, this trail is sure to please anyone with berms, drops, jumps, gaps, and ride arounds for all of the above!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDonner Lake Rim Trail \u003c\/strong\u003e- There's lots of different ways you can ride this epic trail depending on whether you want to pedal, shuttle, or both! This trail has it all - technical rock climbs, fast and flowy descents, snack breaks at a lake, and endless views in every direction. We can pick the best sections of this trail for you depending on your desires!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmigrant Trail\u003c\/strong\u003e - This is a great trail for beginners! Lacking in difficult climbs or technical downhills, this trail consists of mostly flowy single-track and can take you all the way to Stampede Reservoir! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequisite Experience \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eYou must know how to ride a bike! We will pick a trail that is appropriate for your skill level and fitness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Blackbird Mountain Guides","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39866070499427,"sku":null,"price":645.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/8159\/8051\/products\/SunsetmountainbikingontheDonnerLakeRimTrail.jpg?v=1652898688"},{"product_id":"truckee-tahoe-backpacking","title":"Truckee Tahoe Backpacking","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore endless lakes and miles of trail with a guided backpacking trip near Truckee! Whether it's just you or friends, or you want to send your kids on a life-changing backpacking trip, we can plan a trip to suit your wants and needs!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrip Options (Just to name a few)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCastle\/Basin Peak Zone - Warren, Paradise, \u0026amp; Summit Lakes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete this trip in two days or make it four, there are endless lakes to link up and day hikes to explore. This trip is sure to consist of classic Sierra Nevada lakes filled with trout (for those who like fishing), and each day ending with gorgeous sunsets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequisite Experience \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\" mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eGood physical fitness is recommended for this trip! If you're not sure how many miles you want to hike or how many days you want to be out, contact us! We will pick a route that is appropriate for your skill level and fitness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're planning on loving backpacking and want to buy all your own gear, we can set you up with a comprehensive list of everything you will need! If you want to rent gear to try it out first, we can set you up with one of our partners that will get you dialed with everything you need!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Blackbird Mountain Guides","offers":[{"title":"May - October","offer_id":39867260797027,"sku":"220501-TAHBB-TNF1","price":1050.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/8159\/8051\/products\/Backpacking.jpg?v=1652922469"},{"product_id":"eastern-sierra-backpacking","title":"Eastern Sierra Backpacking","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore endless lakes and miles of trail with a guided backpacking trip in the Eastern Sierra! Whether it's just you or friends, or you want to send your kids on a life-changing backpacking trip, we can plan a trip to suit your wants and needs!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrip Options (Just to name a few)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThousand Island Lake \u0026amp; Rush Creek - 3 Days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegarded as one of the most spectacular lakes in the Eastern Sierra, Thousand Island Lake is just one of the stunning lakes you will get to see on this three day hike throughout the gorgeous Ansel Adams Wilderness. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrow in a summit of the highest peak in the Ritter Range at 13,143 feet, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.summitpost.org\/mount-ritter\/150499\"\u003eMount Ritter\u003c\/a\u003e if you really want to up the ante! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLittle Lakes Valley - 2-3 Days \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn aptly named valley, you will pass by what seems like endless lakes carved by glaciers and surrounded by wildflowers. Although the access is fairly easy, this hike starts at over 10,000' and shouldn't be taken too lightly! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLake Virginia via Pike Lake and Ram Lake - 4 Days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVenturing off the beaten path rewards you with less crowds in a lofty granite basin filled with sparkling lakes and serene meadows. If you're lucky, you might even have your own alpine lake to swim in and your own beach to hang out at!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequisite Experience \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" mce-data-marked=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGood physical fitness is recommended for this trip! If you're not sure how many miles you want to hike or how many days you want to be out, contact us! We will pick a route that is appropriate for your skill level and fitness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're planning on loving backpacking and want to buy all your own gear, we can set you up with a comprehensive list of everything you will need! If you want to rent gear to try it out first, we can set you up with one of our partners that will get you dialed with everything you need!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Blackbird Mountain Guides","offers":[{"title":"May - October","offer_id":39874519793763,"sku":"220501-TAHBB-TNF1","price":1050.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/8159\/8051\/products\/EasternSierraBackpacking.jpg?v=1653604540"},{"product_id":"torment-forbidden-traverse-alpine-climb","title":"The Torment Forbidden Traverse","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Torment Forbidden Traverse is a wild and challenging route.  \u003c\/strong\u003eIt involves summiting Mount Torment, wild and exposed snow and glacier travel, knife-edge rock ridges and over a mile of rocky ridge traversing before summiting Forbidden Peak by the West Ridge.  While the climbing never exceeds 5.6, climbers must be comfortable on exposed terrain and move well on steep snow and rock.  There is a lot of terrain to cover and climbers must maintain a fast pace to make it happen.  For most of the climb, guide and climber will be moving together in a combination of short-roping and short pitches to stay protected from consequential falls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOnce climbers have traversed the Torment-Forbidden ridge, the final push is to the summit of Forbidden Peak via the West Ridge route.  \u003c\/b\u003eThe West Ridge of Forbidden Peak is an outstanding alpine route in its own right and has proven its standing as one of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.climbing.com\/places\/the-50-classic-climbs-of-north-america\/\" style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e50 Classic Climbs of North America\u003c\/a\u003e.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the base of the West Ridge, beautiful, blocky granite is the only thing between you and the summit.\u003c\/strong\u003e  The climbing is grippy, blocky and featured and mostly low 5th class.  The crux weighs in at 5.6 but isn’t sustained for long and the exposure is as incredible as the views.  The movement is fun and fluid and it makes for a great climb.  Once atop Forbidden’s small summit block, climbers are rewarded with incredible views of Mount Buckner, the Boston Glacier, the Forbidden Glacier, Johannesburg Peak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Route\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA true Cascadian approach (read: overgrown and rugged) leads climbers to Boston Basin, an iconic rock amphitheater choked with glacial ice that feeds the creeks and lush meadows below.\u003c\/strong\u003e  Typically, we will camp our first night in Boston Basin.  From camp, the alpine climbing possibilities fan out 180 degrees from Mount Torment to Sahale Peak.  Directly 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Private","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Eastern Sierra is a wild range of granite towers spanning over 250 miles north to south.  These peaks hold incredible climbing, from simple day long missions, to complicated multi-pitch rock climbs.  Depending on the season they can be guarded with snowy slopes or be completely dry.  Approaches to gain the climbing routes also ranges widely, from easy, sub-two hour hikes to full day walks in to camp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRoutes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can guide most routes in the Inyo National Forest, so reach out if you've got a route in mind that you don't see on our list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of our favorite offerings are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainproject.com\/area\/105804351\/temple-crag\" title=\"Alpine Rock Routes on Temple Crag\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTemple Crag\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainproject.com\/area\/106191496\/north-arete\" title=\"Crystal Crag North Arete alpine climbing\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCrystal Crag\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainproject.com\/route\/105816995\/third-pillar-regular-route\" title=\"Third Pillar of Mount Dana Alpine Rock Climb\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThird Pillar of Dana\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mountainproject.com\/route\/106736873\/east-arete\" title=\"Mount Humphreys East Arete alpine rock climbing in the Eastern Sierra\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEast Arete. 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Scenarios. \u003c\/strong\u003e The cornerstone of the Avalanche Rescue Course is getting to practice with the mentorship and coaching of an experienced AIARE Avalanche Instructor.  We start with simple scenarios and build to more complex ones as we gain confidence in our skills.  We aim to maximize time performing scenarios to gain as much experience as possible throughout the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMammoth is an ideal venue for this program, providing access to a great range of terrain for scenarios. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eVariety in the terrain lends itself to learning important lessons about how the terrain affects an avalanche rescue. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExperienced AIARE Course Leaders.  \u003c\/strong\u003eOur team has a deep understanding of the California snowpack, and our experience is drawn from seasons of backcountry ski guiding, performing avalanche control as ski 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charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Blackbird AIARE Avalanche Rescue course brings avalanche rescue training to the next level.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e  We utilize lifts to get you more practice in realistic scenarios, in real terrain, without wasting time on the approach or in a flat meadow.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHere are some of the unique benefits of our Avalanche Rescue Course:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractice Avalanche Rescue, Top Down. \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOur program allows participants to do multiple top-down search scenarios.  Each scenario starts at the top of the avalanche path, so you can practice searching with your skis or board in downhill 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It provides valuable insight into searching the way you would if your ski partner was caught during a descent\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRealistic Terrain.  \u003c\/strong\u003eDonner Ski Ranch is an ideal venue for this program.  It provides incredible access to well defined \"avalanche paths\" that are highly realistic and provide a great range of terrain for scenarios.  Variety in the terrain lends itself to learning important lessons about how the terrain affects an avalanche rescue. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop notch AIARE Avalanche Course Leaders.  \u003c\/strong\u003eOur team has lived and skied in the Tahoe snowpack for decades and our experience is drawn from seasons of guiding, backcountry skiing, performing avalanche control at Class A ski resorts and instructing avalanche courses.  All of our avalanche courses are taught by AIARE trained instructors and course 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too! \u003c\/b\u003eThis program is perfect for getting you and your ski partners or small team up to speed on avalanche rescue. \u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eContact us today to pick a private date for your group!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe topics that will be covered are:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat to do if you're caught in an avalanche\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat to do if your partner is caught in an avalanche\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to use your beacon, shovel and probe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRescue equipment technology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRescue techniques for companion and small team rescue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow terrain affects an avalanche rescue 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