This will be two 1-day or one 2-day guided session with Teresa Yau (Ski Guide, Ass't Alpine Guide) for existing backcountry ski/board leaders and BITS tailgunners (and those intending to be leaders/tailgunners for 2026-2027). This is a chance to get out, practice & update avalanche safety skills as well as backcountry ski skills and leadership skills.
Cost TBD, depending on availability of subsidies. Any non-subsidized cost is eligible to be covered (in part or whole) by leader subsidies as well,
Required Items to Bring:
Backcountry ski/splitboard set up
Avalanche safety gear
Day pack and gear for single day backcountry ski trips
Evaluator
Notes:
POTENTIAL RISK ASSOCIATED WITH THIS EVENT - READ CAREFULLY BEFORE
SIGNING UP. By signing up for this trip you acknowledge these risks. Cold-induced injuries Especially
during winter conditions, getting cold is a very real possibility,
ranging from frostnip to hypothermia. Cold temperatures, wind, short
days, humidity, and improper clothing and layering system can all lead
to cold-induced injuries. Wilderness Skiing Avalanche Avalanches
can occur in the terrain in which we operate and can be caused by
natural forces, or by people travelling through the terrain (e.g.
skiing/snowboarding). What are the risks? Anyone caught in an avalanche
is at risk of personal injury, death, and/or property damage or loss. Terrain • Cornice fall • Crevasses • Cliffs • Trees, tree wells, forest deadfall, and tree stumps • Creeks • Rocks and Boulders • Holes and depressions below the snow surface • Variable and difficult snow conditions • Snowcat roads and road banks • Fences and other manmade structures • Snow immersion • Impact or collision with other persons vehicles or objects • Encounters with domestic or wild animals • Loss of balance or control • Slips trips and falls • Becoming lost or separated from one’s group Communication, rescue and medical treatment • Communication can be difficult and in the event of an accident rescue and treatment may not be available • Adverse weather may also delay the arrival of treatment and transport out of the field • If an Injury occurs in challenging terrain movement to an evacuation point may be slow Boots and binding systems •
Even when set up correctly, a ski binding might not release during
every fall or may release unexpectedly. The ski boot/binding system is
no guarantee that the skier will not be 21 injured.
Non-DIN-certified bindings, such as pin/tech bindings, present a higher
risk of pre-release and/or injury as they are not designed to the same
safety standards as a DIN-certified alpine binding. • Unlike
alpine ski boot/binding systems, snowboard and some telemark
boot/binding systems are not designed or intended to release and will
not release under normal circumstances. Using such a system increases
the risk of injury and/or death when caught in an avalanche. Other • Slips, trips and falls both outdoors and indoors •
Infectious disease contracted through viruses, bacteria, parasites, and
fungi which may be transmitted through direct or indirect contact • Equipment failure • Negligent first aid • Negligence of other people
Cancellation Policy If a participant is unable to attend a paid course or trip, there will be no refund unless the participant finds a suitable replacement that is acceptable to the trip coordinator. Acceptable waiting list candidates will have priority. It will then be the participant's responsibility to recover funds from the replacement. If the coordinator cancels an event, participants get a refund (less any non-recoverable costs). Note that ACC National does not refund hut fees due to weather, delay, closures, or any other reasons. The Calgary Section of the ACC is a not for profit club and we only charge attendees what it costs us to provide courses or trips.
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Waiver and Membership Requirement
Participation in this activity is subject to you having a current membership and a current signed
ACC Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risks Agreement (the “Waiver”), which is signed in conjunction with purchasing/renewing your membership.
A separate Waiver is not required. Your membership Waiver in place at the time of the activity will apply to your participation in this activity. You can review your completed waiver by logging onto your profile at alpineclubofcanada.ca. If your
membership renews prior to the activity taking place, you will be required to agree to a new Waiver upon renewal, this new Waiver will apply to your participation in this activity. By proceeding with the booking, you agree to the foregoing waiver terms. Bookings
without a current Waiver at the time of the activity will be cancelled.
The Waiver is a legal document by which you waive or give up the right to sue or claim compensation following an accident. PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY! You can review your completed waiver by logging onto your profile at alpineclubofcanada.ca.
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