This 2 day volunteer led course is intended to teach club members: (a) how to build anchors for top roping, and (b) how to rappel safely. The course objective it is give participants a chance to learn the different types of anchor setups, and to practice building them while in a controlled setting. The evaluation […]

A meeting of mentors and mentee’s for the Alpine Mentoring Program. We will have introductions and then allow mentors and mentees time to discuss goals and schedules. Then with time permitting we will go over some rock rescue. (This event is intended for participants who have previously been accepted to the 2017 Alpine Mentorship Program)

AST2 is designed for backcountry skiers and splitboarders who have already taken the AST1 course, and are looking to broaden their avalanche skills. This in-depth avalanche course meets and surpasses the CAA requirements, and includes additional curriculum components. This course will be taught by a CAA certified professional through Mountain Skills Academy & Adventures (MSA). […]

Self rescue using prussic loops. Assisted pulley rescue with emphasis on the Z pulley.

This introductory avalanche course is designed for skiers and splitboarders of all ages who want to develop the skills for safe travel in backcountry terrain where avalanche hazard exists. This course will be taught by a CAA certified professional through Mountain Skills Academy & Adventures (MSA). The course is for ACC members only, at a […]