Avalanche Information
The IFSC strongly recommends contacting the team at the American Avalanche Institute to learn more about skiing in the backcountry. These professionals specialize in teaching the skills needed to approach the backcountry with confidence. Click here to learn more. (Visit the AAI table at the Ski Sale in November!)
The following list of helpful links has been provided by Sonya Budak of System Professionals Corporation:Wyoming
www.jhavalanche.org (307-733-2664) Jackson
www.jhsnowobs.org - Jackson Hole Snow Observations
www.exumguides.com –Jackson Hole offers Level I, II and III avalanche courses
www.nols.org –Jackson Hole offers avalanche courses started by Paul Pedzolt
www.alpinesafety.org –alpine safety awareness program for middle- and high- school students based in Washington
mailto:getaway@sawtoothguides.com
Idaho
Contact: Sawtooth Mountain Guides, Box 18, Stanley, ID 83278 (208)774-3324 or email at: getaway@sawtoothguides.com
www.idahoparks.org Idaho Parks & Recreation
Idaho State University (holds classes regularily, usually at a lesser cost)
National
www.avalanche.org –National organization, gives a list of avalanche centers