Avalanche Education Course
Avalanche Terrain Avoidance
This hybrid AVALANCHE TERRAIN AVOIDANCE (ATA) Course for Denver Trip Leaders and fulfills the 5-year renewal requirement. The hybrid course allows students to complete the classroom materials through home e-learning at their own pace. The ATA field requirement will be made available periodically as students complete the e-learning portion.
Contacts
- Sun, Jan 11, 2026
- Committee: Western Slope
- Members: $40.00 Guests: $50.00
- Availability: 11 (11 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Register and pay the fee or use your scholarship code to obtain access to the home study materials and quiz. Contact School Director when the home study is complete to obtain a field day date.
Scholarships available from Eckart Roder Leadership Scholarship for eligible trip leaders.
Reminder: This course is required for CMC leaders who wish to lead trips in snow covered, non-avalanche terrain. It must be renewed every five years. Check your ATA badge or with Membership Services if you are not sure about your required renewal date.
Badges you will earn:
Avalanche Terrain Avoidance Course
| Course Activity | Date | Availability | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|
| Field Day | |||
| Grand Mesa - Grand Mesa Lodge |
Sun, Jan 11, 2026
Registration opens Aug 15
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11
participants
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Ten Essentials, Snow shoes, Be prepared for the weather.
There are no materials for this course.