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                              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





 

 


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