Thanks for Signing Up!
We look forward to having you join our AST 2 course soon. In the meanwhile, we have a bit of homework for you to ensure that when your course comes up all of our ducks are in a row and we both have a clear expectation of the course so we won't waste any time getting you on the snow.
To the right is a checklist of your homework assignments which are found below. At any time please don't hesitate to get in touch with us if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
The Altus Crew
Pre-Trip Checklist
- Fill out the Participant's Info (each participant)
- Read and sign Participant Waiver (each participant)
- Join the FB group
- Check out The Gear List
- Pre-purchase your lift ticket (if you haven't already)
- Make note of the Meeting Time and Location
- The Details (Cancellation Policy and what's included & not included)
Classroom Session
The .5 in this 4.5-day course is an evening classroom session. The classroom session will be held on Wednesday February 7 between 7:30-9:30pm in the Whistler Athletes' Centre located at 1080 Legacy Way in Cheakamus Crossing- south of Whistler Village. We will be in the Sechelt Room.
Whistler - Whistler Athletes Centre
1080 Legacy Way, Whistler, BC V0N 1B1
(Sechelt room)
7:30pm - 9:30pm
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Step 3
Read and Sign Participant's Waiver
Hit the link below and be transported to another tab where you will find our Participant's Waiver. Once complete please come back to this page for the remaining riveting steps.
Step 4
Altus AST Course FB page
This here is the space to meet other participants on your AST 1 or 2 course, ask questions to get ready for your course, or pose a follow-up question after your course.
Step 5
The Gear List
Avalanche Safety Gear *Hit the link to rent! (use the code: altus20off for a discount)
• Avalanche Transceiver
• Shovel: Collapsable aluminum shovel.
• Probe: Normal length probe somewhere from 220cm to 320cm.
Hardware
• Ski touring skis: bindings, skins, poles or split board+skins
• Snow saw (optional)
• Suitable day pack 30 - 40L
• Snow study kit: loop, screen, ruler, thermometer (optional)
Clothing
• Waterproof/breathable jacket and pants
• Lightweight breathable jacket and pants (for uphill skinning/climbing)
• Insulated jacket (synthetic insulated jacket is strongly recommended)
• Lightweight gloves for climbing/skinning
• Warm gloves
• Warm hats
• Balaclava or another type of neck warmer
• Base Layers
Miscellaneous
• Sunglasses
• Goggles
• Sunscreen
• Sun hat
• Ski strap
• Small personal ski repair kit
• Personal first aid, medication
• Camera
Step 6
Pre-Purchase Your Backcountry Lift Pass
If you don't already have a season's pass you will need a backcountry access pass for both Thursday, Friday and potentially Sunday, based on conditions.
We offer backcountry passes for $61 + 5% GST. This must be purchased before the course!
Step 7
The Details
Still Have Questions or Concerns?
Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions, concerns or requests on how we can make this the best trip ever!
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