{"product_id":"womens-backcountry-101-introduction-to-avalanches-slc-mountains-january-22-23-2027","title":"Women's Backcountry 101: Introduction to Avalanches | SLC Mountains | January 22-23, 2027","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDates and Times:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003eJanuary 22, 2027: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM classroom session\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003eJanuary 23, 2027: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM field day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAccredited by the American Avalanche Association, this course meets national standards for avalanche awareness education. This course is open exclusively to women participants, creating a supportive environment to build avalanche knowledge and confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCourse Overview\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTaking your first steps into the backcountry can feel intimidating, but an on-snow avalanche course is one of the best ways to reduce your risk. The UAC’s Backcountry 101 is designed to teach the fundamentals of avalanche safety through hands-on learning and real-world application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis course covers avalanche rescue, snowpack assessment, safe travel protocols, and the weather resources used by professionals. Whether it’s your first avalanche course or a refresher of previous training, Backcountry 101 provides a solid foundation for safer mountain travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe course includes a 2-hour evening classroom session, an 8-hour on-snow field day, pre-course work, and access to ongoing learning resources. After enrolling, you’ll gain access to our Student Portal, which includes course materials, avalanche resources, and planning tools. During the classroom session, we’ll review your pre-course work and introduce professional trip-planning strategies. In the field, you’ll practice rescue techniques, assess the snowpack through on-the-go observations and snowpit analysis, apply terrain management skills, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Should Take this Course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis course is designed for skiers and snowboarders taking their first on-snow avalanche class or looking to refresh previous training. Intermediate to advanced downhill skiing or snowboarding ability is required. You should be comfortable riding black-diamond terrain in variable snow conditions. Strong riding skills are essential for safety, as there is no ski patrol in the backcountry. To get the most out of the course, we recommend being fit enough to skin uphill for a full day and ride downhill in unpredictable snow conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWe strongly recommend some prior experience with your touring equipment, including transitioning between uphill and downhill modes, switching your transceiver between send and receive, and assembling your probe and shovel. These skills can be practiced at home or in non-avalanche terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Required for this Course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis introductory-level avalanche course can be your first on-snow avalanche class, but you must bring your own skis or splitboard with touring bindings and climbing skins. Snowshoes are not permitted in this course. Snowshoers should check out our Snowshoe-Specific Backcountry 101 course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePlease bring your own avalanche rescue gear (transceiver, shovel, and probe). If you need to borrow any of these items, let us know in advance so we can make arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCourse Goals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eFind and interpret local mountain weather forecasts and avalanche advisory information.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eRecognize signs of instability through both snowpit observations and on-the-go assessments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eUnderstand how to use avalanche rescue equipment effectively.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eDifferentiate avalanche terrain from non-avalanche terrain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eDevelop a fundamental process for managing risk during backcountry travel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCancellation policy\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/utahavalanchecenter.org\/education\/uac-class-cancellation-policy\"\u003eOur cancellation policy can be found here.\u003c\/a\u003e If you have any questions, please email education@utahavalanchecenter.org\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWinter Weather and Avalanche Hazard Policy\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIn the event of extreme winter weather and\/or dangerous avalanche conditions, the UAC reserves the right to reschedule courses to maintain the safety of our students and instructors. If a course needs to be rescheduled, we will work with students to find the best rescheduled date and refund students who are unable to attend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"utahavalanchecenter","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47084593479868,"sku":"2027-01-22-BC101-SLC-Class","price":290.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0066\/1825\/1308\/files\/2027-01-22-BC101-SLC-Class.png?v=1783627347","url":"https:\/\/store.utahavalanchecenter.org\/products\/womens-backcountry-101-introduction-to-avalanches-slc-mountains-january-22-23-2027","provider":"utahavalanchecenter","version":"1.0","type":"link"}