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AIARE Level 1 Refresher - CMC State - 2026

Avalanche Education Course

AIARE Level 1 Refresher

The AIARE 1 Refresher is a one-day, field-based course structured around the AIARE Decision-Making Framework. Students must have completed AIARE L1 (or equivalent).

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Ashley Kramer
Ashley Kramer
Leader

New Course from AIARE:  

The skills you learned in your AIARE 1 course can fade over time. Keep them sharp to keep yourself and your group safe.

The AIARE 1 Refresher is a one-day, field-based course structured around the AIARE Decision-Making Framework. Students plan and lead a backcountry tour under the guidance of a certified AIARE Instructor, applying each element of the framework in real terrain and conditions.

The course consists of: 
  • Online pre-course component: Review terrain management principles, communication strategies, and rescue fundamentals prior to field day.
  • Field Day: Plan and lead a backcountry tour with an AIARE instructor, practicing applied decision-making in real conditions. 
  • Companion Rescue Review: Hands-on refinement of beacon search, probing, and shoveling under instructor supervision.
Who should take this course: 
  • Backcountry travelers who completed an AIARE 1 or equivalent course but have not practiced formally in one or more seasons
  • Touring groups seeking to align on communication strategies, risk tolerance, and travel protocols before the season begins
  • Experienced travelers returning to the backcountry after an extended absence
Your AIARE L1 Refresher Instructor:

Our AIARE Program Leader is Karin Pocock, a 20+ year snow industry professional, and an exceptional educator and AIARE Program Leader. Check her out at skylinebackcountryguides.com

Course Requirements

This course has no scheduled activities.

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Required Equipment

To Be Announced by your instructor prior to the course. 

Course Materials

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