• Group of people preparing for an avalanche research and education event with AIARE
  • Splitboarders get a feeling for people while using avalanche probes at a SPlitboard AIARE 1 course at Mount Baker.
  • AIARE 1 participants make snowpack observations and identify layers in the snowpack.
  • 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 students practice digging while performing an avalanche rescue.
  • 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 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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Women's AIARE 1 Avalanche Course

$650.00 USD
$650.00 USD

Women’s AIARE 1 Course

The Women’s AIARE 1 course is a supportive winter backcountry education experience for women and female-identifying skiers, splitboarders, snowshoers, climbers, and mountain travelers. This course is designed to build confidence, decision-making skills, and community while learning the AIARE 1 framework.

Students combine online learning, instructor support, and field-based practice to learn how to plan winter tours, recognize terrain, observe conditions, communicate with partners, and make thoughtful decisions outside.

  • Supportive learning environment: Learn alongside women and female-identifying backcountry travelers.
  • Field-based practice: Apply AIARE concepts in real mountain terrain.
  • Community-focused progression: Build confidence and connections for future touring days.
  • Professional instruction: Learn from experienced winter backcountry educators.

 

Course Overview

  • Build a repeatable trip-planning process.
  • Recognize terrain features and winter conditions that influence decisions.
  • Practice observations, communication, and group decision-making.
  • Develop confidence for future winter backcountry travel.

 

Women’s AIARE 1 FAQs

Who is the Women’s AIARE 1 course for?

This course is for women and female-identifying winter backcountry travelers who want a supportive AIARE 1 experience focused on confidence, community, and practical field skills.

Is Women’s AIARE 1 good for beginners?

Yes. AIARE 1 is a common first course for winter backcountry users. Students should be comfortable using their ski, splitboard, snowshoe, or winter travel equipment.

What will I learn in Women’s AIARE 1?

You will learn trip planning, terrain recognition, condition observations, group communication, and a repeatable decision-making framework for winter backcountry travel.

Can splitboarders take this course?

Yes. Splitboarders are welcome and should arrive with a working touring setup and enough riding ability to travel with the group.

Why take a women’s-specific AIARE course?

A women’s-specific course creates a focused learning space where students can ask questions, build skills, and connect with other women and female-identifying backcountry partners.

 

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