EDUCATION

Avalanche Safety Courses

Our courses comply with all national standards set by the American Avalanche Association (AAA), including content, duration, and classroom/field components.

  • Level 1 Avalanche

    MAG’s Level 1 Avalanche Course follows national guidelines set by the American Avalanche Association (AAA); including our instructors’ credentials, material covered, duration, and classroom/field components.

  • Level 1 Avalanche for Ice Climbers

    Avalanche Course is designed specifically for ice climbers looking to gain the skills and knowledge for safe backcountry travel in avalanche terrain.

  • Level 1 Online Refresher

    Review of Level 1 course material for those preparing for a Recreational Level 2 or PRO 1 course.

  • Avalanche Rescue Course

    This is a one day course focusing on the basics of avalanche rescue – absolutely crucial skills for anyone spending time in avalanche terrain, from skiers to hikers to ice climbers.Description goes here

  • Level 2 Avalanche

    MAG’s 3-day Level 2 course focuses on advanced terrain evaluation, snowpack assessment, trip planning, group management, and decision-making—giving experienced backcountry travelers the tools to make confident, informed choices in more complex avalanche terrain.