Avalanche Terrain Avoidance - Western Slope - 2026

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.

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.

Course Requirements

This course has no scheduled activities.

Roster
Required Equipment

Ten Essentials, Snow shoes, Be prepared for the weather.

Course Materials

You must register for this course to see course materials.