Intro to Backcountry Skiing & Splitboarding in Oregon Dates:February 28, 2026 The Blackbird AIARE 2 is

The Blackbird AIARE 2 is a program that elevates your ability to assess and manage avalanche hazard as you move into tackling bigger tours

How does the AIARE 1 portion of the AIARE 1 + Rescue provide a better experience than a normal AIARE 1

Operating temperature: -25° to +45° Celsius (-13° to +113° Fahrenheit)

Blackbird's Intro to Backcountry program is built for skiers and riders who want to learn the basics of backcountry travel without floundering around

Riders who have skied for years in the backcountry often remark “I wish I had taken this course years ago

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