Toppturkurs! / Avalanche course

Join us for an exhilarating avalanche course at Gjendesheim, where you'll experience breathtaking descents, enjoy delicious local food, and learn essential skills for safe travel in steep terrain. This course is designed for those eager to gain avalanche knowledge for their winter adventures. With expert instructors and a focus on practical skills, you'll learn safe route choices, avalanche terrain navigation, and essential rescue techniques. Prepare to immerse yourself in the stunning eastern Jotunheimen, where you'll explore beautiful peaks and exciting avalanche terrain.

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1. Introduction to Avalanche Safety 2. Understanding Avalanche Terrain 3. Route Planning and Navigation Techniques 4. Snowpack Analysis and Stability Tests 5. Avalanche Rescue Techniques: Beacon Search, Probe, and Digging 6. Practical Application in the Field 7. Group Discussions and Q&A

• 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.

• Adequate insurance covering mountain travel and rescue is essential.

• Relevant medical information should be shared with the guide.

• Plans may change due to weather or safety considerations, and users should be prepared for this.