Avalanche awareness course

Join our Avalanche Awareness Course to learn essential skills for safely navigating avalanche terrain. This course covers terrain selection, safe travel techniques, rescue operations, and basic snowpack theory. Participants will enjoy an engaging evening theory lesson followed by a practical day in the field. Designed for ski tourers and split boarders, this course is also suitable for groups of non-skiers and boarders. Enhance your winter safety knowledge and skills with us in the stunning Chamonix-Mont-Blanc region.

• avalanche kit

• skins

1. Introduction to Avalanche Awareness 2. Terrain Selection 3. Safe Travel Techniques 4. Rescue Operations 5. Basic Snowpack Theory 6. Practical Day in Avalanche Terrain

• Guides on Oak are verified by Oak, but users should independently confirm a guide’s qualifications.

• Participants are responsible for ensuring their skill level and fitness are suitable for the activity.

• Individuals should only attempt techniques or terrain they feel personally confident with.

• All instructions and safety guidance from the guide should be followed at all times.

• Users must ensure their own equipment is appropriate and in safe working condition.

• Mountain activities carry inherent risks, and participation is at the user’s own discretion.