Avalanche course - Sogndal

This is what you will learn in the course:

There is no exact method for determining avalanche danger. The goal of the course is therefore to make you aware of the factors that influence avalanche danger and how to safely navigate potentially avalanche terrain. You will receive an introduction to snow knowledge, the use of avalanche forecasts, route selection in avalanche terrain, skiing in off-piste skiing, and training in using transmitter/receiver equipment. The course is practical, with an emphasis on applying as many aspects as possible in the field.

Topics Covered:

• Route Selection – Terrain Assessment
• Skiing Patterns
• Factors Affecting Snowpack Stability
• Use of Avalanche Forecasts
• Snow Knowledge
• Group Thinking and Risk
• Maps and Orientation
• Companion Rescue Methods with Transmitter/Receiver Equipment (S/M)

Recommended Literature:

• Avalanche School on varsom.no
• Lundberg Nes, Christer 2022: "Skikompis. Fri Flyt"
• Rescue Methods on MountainSafety.info
• Read avalanche warnings and learn how to use them on www.varsom.no

For Companies or Groups:

Contact us for prices: post@breogfjell.no

Day 1:

Meeting at 09:00 at the meeting point specified in the email from the course leader. We will start with some theory and then spend most of the day outdoors. This day mainly covers terrain, snow knowledge, weather and wind, human factors, route selection, and the use of S/M equipment.

Day 2:

Alpine skiing or touring in Sogndalsdalen, Fjærland, or Jostedalen. Return journey. This day is about putting into practice what we were introduced to the day before.

The prices includes an instructor. Costs for accommodation, meals, and travel are additional.