Select a Safe Ski Route
Caused by variable weather, unstable snowpack, and steep terrain, backcountry avalanches claim an average of 25 lives a year in the United States. Your first safety step: Brush up on the basics below. Next, take a course accredited by the American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education
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Prep Your Gear | Select a Safe Route
Ski Strong and Smart | Maintain and Repair Your Ski Gear
Tips from Pro Skiers
Watch the Weather
Study the Snowpack
Travel Safely in Avy Terrain