• Two people in winter gear with equipment on a snowy mountain, featuring AIARE branding.
  • Lead guide and Founder of Guided Exposure shows a group of AIARE 1 students snow grains on a crystal card, during a snow pit lesson in the Mount Baker Backcountry.
  • AIARE 1 students get feedback on their snow profile from the Lead Guide at Guided Exposure. Mount Shuksan stand tall in the background on a stunning day in the Mount Baker Backcountry.
  • AIARE 1 participants make snowpack observations and identify layers in the snowpack.
  • AIARE 1 students practice digging while performing an avalanche rescue.
  • Splitboarders get a feeling for people while using avalanche probes at a SPlitboard AIARE 1 course at Mount Baker.
  • AIARE 1 students get experience traveling through terrain in the Mount Baker Backcountry.
  • Snowboarding in the Mount Baler backcountry is a beautiful experience. A snowboarder rides in the sunshine with Mount Baker in the background.
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AIARE 2 Avalanche Course Refresher Mount Baker

$250.00 USD
$250.00 USD

AIARE 2 Refresher Mount Baker

The AIARE 2 Refresher is designed for experienced winter backcountry travelers who have completed AIARE 2 and want to revisit advanced planning, observation, documentation, and group decision-making habits before another season.

This refresher helps students reconnect with the AIARE 2 process in the Mount Baker backcountry and identify practical next steps for continued progression.

Why Take an AIARE 2 Refresher?

  • Stay current: Review advanced winter backcountry habits and decision-making frameworks.
  • Refine observations: Practice more detailed field notes and condition tracking.
  • Improve group process: Revisit communication, planning, and leadership habits.
  • Mount Baker context: Apply advanced concepts in a real mountain setting.

Course Overview

  • Review AIARE 2-level planning and field process.
  • Practice detailed observations and documentation.
  • Refine terrain selection and group decision-making.
  • Identify personal next steps for the winter season.

 

AIARE 2 Refresher FAQs

Who should take the AIARE 2 Refresher?

This refresher is for students who have already completed AIARE 2 and want to revisit advanced planning, observation, and decision-making systems.

Is this a replacement for AIARE 2?

No. This is a refresher for students who have already completed AIARE 2. New advanced students should register for the full AIARE 2 course.

Where is the refresher held?

The refresher is held in the Mount Baker area, with the exact field location chosen based on weather, access, and snow conditions.

Can splitboarders attend?

Yes. Splitboarders are welcome when they have appropriate touring equipment and enough experience to travel with the group.

Why refresh AIARE 2 skills?

Refreshing AIARE 2 skills helps experienced students stay current, sharpen observations, and improve group process before another winter season.

 

Cancellation

It is your responsibility to be familiar with our Payment, Cancellation, and Rescheduling Policies. When you book a course with Guided Exposure, you are agreeing to our policies outlined here:

guidedexposure.com/pages/cancellation-policy