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Avalanche Classes
Practice rescue scenarios
Learn safe travel techniques
Analyze and record the seasons snowpack
Monitor changes in the snowpack while traveling in the backcountry
 

“Ryan and I attended a level I Av class, it was amazing. We received top notch education intertwined with in-the-field practice. Both guides are extremely experienced, and professional; yet somehow keep you laughing and having fun the whole time. The food was great tasting and plenty. I feel a bit more confident now about making in...formed decisions in the back country, and now have the resources to refer to if I have questions or need direction. Thank you PPG!”            Michele Young-Latter  


 
                              Backcountry Skills Classes
                                  One day classes aimed at honing your backcountry skills

Whether you're a seasoned pro or a complete beginner, PPG has the experience and patience
 to bring your skills to the next level!

Introduction to the Backcountry    8 hours                          $150
       New to the BC, this class provides all the gear: skis/boots/skins; pack w/ beacon, probe, & shovel, lunch, 
lift ticket (one ride), and qualified instructors to show you the ropes, from interpreting the avalanche forecast
 to route selection and good travel protocols. Intermediate skiing ability and good attitude required.

                            JAN. 7th & MAR. 10th        8am @ the HUB

AAA Companion Rescue                4 Hours                         $40
        Aimed at updating rusty skills or teaching new users. How to organize a rescue, check equipment, new shoveling techniques & practice, practice, practice ......with helpful tips from the pros. Rescue equipment provided.

                            DEC. 2nd, JAN. 6th, FEB 10th, & MAR. 9th         2pm @ the HUB

AAA Level 1 Refresher         11 Hours                          $160
Haven't had a level 1 in the last 5 years.....it's time. New gear, new research, and an opportunity to hone rusty
skills. 3 hours evening class followed by one day field trip. Half price rentals available.

DEC. 3rd & 4th, FEB. 11 & 12th Class 2-5pm @ HUB, Field Trip 9-5pm

Winter Emergency Medicine 8 Hours $120
First Aid for the winter traveler......
Taught by Nate Ostis from the Wilderness Rescue International

JAN. 8th, MAR. 4th

The above classes can be combined for a complete BC education........
Sign up for two......receive a 10% discount
Sign up for three.....receive a 15% discount

For AIARE Level 1 & 2 Avalanche Education see listings below.....



 
            AIARE Level 1 & Level 2 Avalanche Safety Courses 

                               2011 -2012 CLASS SCHEDULE

DEC 9 - 11              LEVEL 1  AVALANCHE COURSE           24 HOURS       $325/PERSON

                             2 DAYS CLASS/FIELD ; TOWN/BRUNDAGE
                             1 DAY LICK CR.FIELD TRIP,  INCLUDES:                 
                                 CLASS MATERIALS, SNOWCAT/SNOWMOBILE
                                 TRANSPORTATION                                
                              CLICK HERE FOR SAMPLE LEV 1 AGENDA               
                          

JAN. 27 - 29           LEVEL 1  AVALANCHE COURSE             24 HOURS         $575/PERSON

                             3 DAY HUT TRIP TO LICK CREEK SUMMIT
                             
INCLUDES:  YURT ACCOMODATIONS, TRANSPORTATION,
                                            CLASS MATERIALS,AND HEARTY MEALS  
                             
                              CLICK HERE FOR SAMPLE  LEVEL 1 AGENDA                  


DEC. 15 - 18         LEVEL 2 AVALANCHE COURSE           32+ HOURS        $675/PERSON

DEC 15                    1 DAY CLASS 
DEC 16 - 18             3 DAY HUT TRIP TO LICK CREEK SUMMIT
                              
INCLUDES:..
YURT ACCOMODATIONS, TRANSPORTATION,
                                             CLASS MATERIALS (Avalanche Handbook & SWAG provided)
                                             AND HEARTY MEALS         
                               CLICK HERE FOR SAMPLE LEVEL 2 AGENDA      
                       

      CALL    CHUCK (208)634-4263    OR    MARTY (208)634-3189    AND SIGN UP TODAY!

 
                CUSTOM COURSES AVAILABLE FOR GROUPS OF 6 OR MORE.
  
    Instructors: Chuck Rea, Marty Rood, owners of PPG and former forecasters,
   Payette Avalanche Center & State licensed Level II Backcountry Ski Guides
 

All AIARE classes are taught under the guidelines established by the American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education and are instructed by qualified AIARE instructors.

 Click here to view AIARE's "Preparing for an Avalanche Class"

        
      
 Gear Rentals & Information are available at:

                             The HUB ,  1308 Roosevelt St., McCall (208)315-2500

                       Half price rentals & demos for PPG classes!


 Gravity Sports, 503 Pine Street, McCall (208)634-8530

 

              Greenwoods Ski Haus, 2400 Bogus Basin Rd., Boise (208)342-6808





 

 


CHECK OUT OUR RESERVATIONS CALENDAR.......
     INCLUDING GUIDED TRIPS AND AVALANCHE CLASSES......

NOW TAKING DEPOSITS FOR WINTER 2011-2012...... 

A $200/NIGHT DEPOSIT IS REQUIRED FOR A PRIVATE YURT RESERVATION
A $200/PERSON DEPOSIT IS REQUIRED FOR A MULTI-DAY GUIDED SKI TRIP/CLASS
A $100/PERSON DEPOSIT IS REQUIRED FOR ONE DAY GUIDED SKI TRIP/CLASS

BLANK DATES ON THE CALENDAR ARE AVAILABLE YURT NIGHTS

DAY TRIPS ARE ALMOST ALWAYS AVAILABLE...GIVE US A CALL TO CHECK AVAILABILITY AND MAKE RESERVATIONS .WE HAVE SEVERAL QUALIFIED, LOCAL GUIDES TO SHOW YOU TO THE BEST SKIING IN THE AREA.


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MAKING A RESERVATION      Now takings credit cards!
A $200/NIGHT DEPOSIT IS REQUIRED FOR A PRIVATE YURT RESERVATION
A $200/PERSON DEPOSIT IS REQUIRED FOR A MULTI-DAY SKI TRIP/CLASS
A $100/PERSON DEPOSIT IS REQUIRED FOR A ONE DAY SKI TRIP/CLASS 

TRIPS WILL BE RESERVED WHEN DEPOSIT, BY CASH, CHECK, OR CREDIT CARD IS RECEIVED.
       

ALL TRIPS MUST BE PAID IN FULL 30 DAYS PRIOR TO TRIP. 
PARTICIPANT INFORMATION SHEETS AND SIGNED RELEASE WAIVERS ALSO REQUIRED AT THAT TIME. As a reminder you will be invoiced 30 days out, balances that remain unpaid within 10 days of invoice will incur a $40 late fee.


CANCELLATION POLICY
    IF PAYMENT IS NOT RECEIVED BY DUE DATE(30 DAYS PRIOR TO START OF TRIP), YOUR RESERVATION MAY BE CONSIDERED CANCELLED. IF YOUR RESERVATION IS CANCELLED, YOU’LL RECEIVE A 75% CREDIT FOR A FUTURE RESERVATION, ONLY IF WE CAN FILL YOUR SPOT. IF YOUR DATES ARE NOT FILLED YOU WILL FORFIET YOUR PAYMENT. NO REFUNDS.
     DUE TO THE NATURE OF OUR BUSINESS, IN AN UNPREDICTABLE WINTER ENVIRONMENT, ALL TRIPS HAVE THE POTENTIAL FOR DELAY, RELOCATION, OR CANCELLATION DUE TO EXTREME WEATHER OR AVALANCHE CONDITIONS.  FULL CREDIT FOR A FUTURE RESERVATION WILL BE GIVEN IF WE CANCEL DUE TO EXTREME WEATHER OR AVALANCHE CONDITIONS. NO REFUNDS, UNLESS WE CANCEL CLASSES OR TRIPS DUE TO INSUFFICIENT RESERVATIONS, THEN YOUR PAYMENT WILL BE REFUNDED.

DOWNLOAD OUR RELEASE WAIVER AND PARTICIPANT INFORMATION SHEET
 TO BE FILLED OUT BY EACH PARTICIPANT AND RETURNED WITH YOUR FINAL PAYMENT


How to Contact Us
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PAYETTE POWDER GUIDES
P.O. BOX 46
MCCALL, IDAHO 83638




Chuck@payettepowderguides.com     (208)634-4263


Marty@payettepowderguides.com    (208)634-3189

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