Sledders and snowbikers move through a huge variety of terrain and conditions when out in the mountains. In a single day, they can ride on a variety of aspects and elevations that can easily involve a range of avalanche problems. In a ride can that include hundreds of choices about route and group management, avalanche safety skills are a non-negotiable for riders who want to come home safe.
The ability to know when to play and when to dial back is just a part of what an Avalanche Canada sled training course can offer. And fortunately, sledding can be as much fun on the flats and in meadows so there are always options to enjoy the mountains, whatever the conditions.
Sled-based Avalanche Canada Training
Avalanche Canada Training includes courses specifically created for snowmobilers. You can find a list of providers of sled-based courses here.
Companion Rescue for sledders
This series of short videos walks riders through the steps of companion rescue, from practising to ensure skills are sharp to what to do if the worst happens. They're easy to understand, easy to share, and a perfect reminder of the skills taught in an Avalanche Canada Training course.
Sled Webinars
AvCan webinars tailored specifically for mountain sledders. Learn from the pros at Avalanche Canada and the CMGBA (Canadian Motorized Backcountry Guides Association).
Boondock Nation: License to Ride
This two-part series follows the pros from Boondock Nation as they head to Valemount to take an AST 1 course with Frozen Pirate Snow Services. This video highlights what yoFrozen Pirate Snow Serviceshy you and everyone you ride with should take the course.
10 Commandments for mountain sledders
These are 10 rules that form the basis of any successful day out in the mountains.
Ski-Doo Safety Videos
These videos by Ski-Doo provSki-Dooide variety of tips for riding safely in avalanche terrain. Check their website for free training sessions in the fall too.