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Don't get caught The Non-Profit San Juan Field School
THE FOLLOWING COURSES WILL BE OFFERED THROUGH THE NO-PROFIT SAN JUAN FIELD SCHOOL THIS 2007-2008 WINTER SEASON:
Avalanche Awareness Clinic Sponsored by the San Juan Field School and the San Juan Outdoor School/Telluride Alpinism. This one and a half day clinic is intended for people of all disciplines (Alpine, Snowboard, Telemark) who want to educate themselves about avalanche protocol and hazard evaluation. This workshop provides an excellent simplified introduction to the avalanche phenomenon in a supportive and nurturing environment. Topics include avalanche awareness, beacon and rescue techniques, terrain analysis and snow stability evaluation. Students will spend the night of the 29th in the classroom learning about the ways in which snowpack, terrain, and weather contribute to avalanche conditions. The next day, will be spent entirely in the field to study the basics of terrain evaluation and avalanche rescue skills.The morning is spent in a classroom environment and the rest of the day on a tour in the Lizard Head Pass backcountry. This clinic is sponsored by San Juan Field School , San Juan Outdoor School/Telluride Alpinism. No prior experience in necessary. *New Course* Telluride Avalanche School Backcountry Skiing/Snowboarding Avalanche Refresher & Hut Trip Sponsored by San Juan Field School and the San Juan Outdoor School/Telluride Alpinism, this refresher course provides a review of the basics to evaluate avalanche conditions. Students will be reintroduced to the avalanche phenomenon in a complete field environment. In reviewing the relationship that exists between mountain weather, snowpack stability and terrain features, students will practice how to evaluate avalanche conditions. Field sessions make up 90% of course content and are conducted in a variety of settings. This course is a must for anyone who even considers venturing into the backcountry of the San Juan Mountains. 17th Annual Telluride Avalanche School Level I Sponsored by San Juan Field School, San Juan Outdoor School/Telluride Alpinism and Telluride Ski Patrol, this introductory course provides the basics to evaluate avalanche conditions. Students will be introduced to the avalanche phenomenon in both classroom and field sessions. In learning about the relationship that exists between mountain weather, snowpack stability and terrain features, students will gain a basic understanding of how to evaluate avalanche conditions. Field sessions make up 50% of course content and are conducted in a variety of settings. This course is a must for anyone who even considers venturing into the backcountry of the San Juan Mountains . At the end of the course, participants receive a Certificate of Completion. Telluride Ski Area lift access will be provided for non-pass holders. ***CANCELLED***5th Annual Telluride Avalanche School Backcountry Level II ***CANCELLED*** Co-sponsored by the San Juan Field School and the San Juan Outdoor School/Telluride Alpinism, this course continues avalanche education for those serious about the winter backcountry. An advanced level course, our Level II provides an in-depth look at avalanches at a level appropriate to snow workers, avalanche professionals and long-time backcountry enthusiasts. Students will travel into Telluride's awesome backcountry to spend three days digging snow-pits, evaluating mountain weather patterns, learning methods of risk assessment and safe travel protocol and how to better use avalanche beacons in complex rescue scenarios. Lodging and food is provided at the lovely Alta Lakes Observatory! At the end of the course, students will receive a Certificate of completion.
***NEW Just ADDED*** Telluride Avalanche School Level I ***NEW Just ADDED*** Sponsored by San Juan Field School, San Juan Outdoor School/Telluride Alpinism and Telluride Ski Patrol, this introductory course provides the basics to evaluate avalanche conditions. Students will be introduced to the avalanche phenomenon in both classroom and field sessions. In learning about the relationship that exists between mountain weather, snowpack stability and terrain features, students will gain a basic understanding of how to evaluate avalanche conditions. Field sessions make up 50% of course content and are conducted in a variety of settings. This course is a must for anyone who even considers venturing into the backcountry of the San Juan Mountain's . At the end of the course, participants receive a Certificate of Completion. Telluride Ski Area lift access will be provided for non-pass holders. Telluride Avalanche School Level I Sponsored by San Juan Field School, San Juan Outdoor School/Telluride Alpinism and Telluride Ski Patrol, this introductory course provides the basics to evaluate avalanche conditions. Students will be introduced to the avalanche phenomenon in both classroom and field sessions. In learning about the relationship that exists between mountain weather, snowpack stability and terrain features, students will gain a basic understanding of how to evaluate avalanche conditions. Field sessions make up 50% of course content and are conducted in a variety of settings. This course is a must for anyone who even considers venturing into the backcountry of the San Juan Mountain's . At the end of the course, participants receive a Certificate of Completion. Telluride Ski Area lift access will be provided for non-pass holders.
YOU MAY ALSO JOIN US FOR A PRIVATE COURSE, DESIGNED JUST FOR YOU AND PUT ON BY THE SAN JUAN OUTDOOR SCHOOL/TELLURIDE ALPINISM: Half-day Avalanche Awareness Clinic In this field-based class you will learn how to evaluate avalanche terrain, implement safe travel protocols and evaluate snow conditions at a very basic level. This course is designed for people who want to learn how to avoid areas where avalanches may exist. Full-day Avalanche Awareness Clinic$125.00/person/day group rate [ 4 or more ] $150.00/person semi-private [ 3 or less ] $275.00 private lesson Our one-day course provides you with an excellent simplified introduction to the avalanche phenomenon. You will spend the morning in a classroom environment learning about the ways in which snowpack, terrain and weather contribute to avalanche conditions. In the afternoon, you will venture into the field on skis or snowshoes to study the basics of terrain evaluation, snow stability analysis and avalanche rescue skills. Half-day Avalanche Rescue Clinic This intensive class will introduce you to the fundamentals of avalanche rescue and beacon use. You will become familiar with all different kinds of avalanche rescue gear and how to use it effectively. This clinic includes a 2-hour classroom session and 2 hours of field practice. Three-day Avalanche School Level I This introductory course provides you with a comprehensive perspective on the avalanche phenomenon. In learning about the relationship that exists between mountain weather, snowpack stability and terrain features, you will gain a basic understanding of how to evaluate avalanche conditions. You will spend half the course in the classroom and the other half in the field. This course is a must for anyone who even considers venturing into the backcountry of the San Juan Mountains . At the end of the course, participants receive a Certificate of Completion. OR JOIN US FOR THE SAN JUAN FIELD SCHOOL'S FREE COMMUNITY PROGRAMS: Ongoing: Monday Night Avalanche Awareness Forum Series (FREE and open to the public) February 4th, 2008 (To Be Announced) March 10th, 2008 (Close Calls - Locals' Avalanche Stories) Join the San Juan Field School and Telluride Ski Patrol on select Monday nights to hear a variety of guest speakers. This series is designed to encourage avalanche safety and awareness. These evening discussions take place 5-6 times throughout the winter season. Our programs involve a variety of guest speakers and are designed to stimulate thought about avalanche safety. Free to the public. Avalanche Beacon Rescue Clinics Our free Avalanche Beacon Rescue Clinics are offered 4-6 times each season. In these 2-3 hour sessions, you will have the opportunity to meet with a variety of avalanche professionals to learn the latest techniques in avalanche beacon rescue while engaging in supervised practice in the field. Specific clinic dates to be announced. Classroom Extension Programs: To this end, the San Juan Field School has an extensive Avalanche Education program that reaches students in all area schools. A survey conducted in the Telluride Middle/High School in 2000, revealed that many students considered themselves expert skiers/riders with adequate knowledge to travel in Telluride's backcountry, specifically through the Ski Area's Backcountry Access Points. And yet, when asked how to recognize avalanche terrain, use avalanche rescue gear, or what to do in case of an emergency, most students exhibited a profound ignorance about proper protocols. The Telluride Ski Area has no way of controlling who may leave the ski area and enter the dangerous avalanche terrain of Bear Creek. It thus becomes the responsibility of local educational organizations to provide our youth with an adequate understanding of the profound dangers associated with skiing/riding Telluride's Backcountry. Living In Avalanche Country - An 8th Grade Science Unit
Other Youth Avalanche Programs All of these programs are made possible by the generous support of the Telluride Foundation, San Miguel County, CASE, the Mountain Village Owner's Association, and the Telluride Ski and Golf Company.
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