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AST 1 Refresher- Ski / Snowboard – Location

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Let's get real, the backcountry has (& can be) a b

Let's get real, the backcountry has (& can be) a bit of an old boys club. I don't know about you but this type of environment can be so dang intimidating, especially when you are first starting out. ⁠
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We are so incredibly stoked to see the shift into an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome & encouraged to explore & enjoy the mountains that surround us. We still have some work to do as a community but I think we are headed in the right direction. ⁠
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At Stay Wild it is whole heartedly our mission to create an inclusive, welcoming, comfortable & fun learning environment. We want you to be able to ask questions, retain information, have a good time & learn about the tools available for you to continue on your backcountry learning adventure. ⁠
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We don't welcome big egos at Stay Wild, we ask them to be left at home. We love seeing our students genuinely support & care for one another while working together. This is why we do what we do and love what we do. ⁠
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Thank you to all our amazing students that join us and make our days so damn rewarding & inspiring. We are always learning from you & continually trying to be better instructors, so thank you.

Some winter magic ✨to brighten your feed on this

Some winter magic ✨to brighten your feed on this gloomy 🌧 day

Ladies Sled Camp dates are up! 💃⁠ ⁠ If your

Ladies Sled Camp dates are up! 💃⁠
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If your partner has ever told you ⁠….
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"I dunno you just do it"⁠
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"Follow me, you'll be fine" .... not to be seen for hours⁠ 😂
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"More throttle.... hmm less throttle." ⁠
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"I forgot about that side hill... it's worse than I remember it being."⁠
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Then our ladies sled camp is for you! While our significant others mean well it can be rather challenging (for both sides!) to learn from them. ⁠
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Join us for a day of learning the skills & techniques to go from your sled take you for a ride to you riding your sled. Surround yourself with a crew of like minded ladies & learn in a comfortable environment 💃✨

The morning Process ☕⁠ ⁠ What's your winter

The morning Process ☕⁠
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What's your winter morning routine? It's good to have a process you work through each morning before you step foot out the door. This helps to prepare you for the day ahead. ⁠
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Below is our winter daily process when we are heading into the backcountry.⁠
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Step 1: make a really strong coffee. Winter mornings are dark, cold & hard to get out of bed. Currently looking into a bedside coffee maker (can you tell I am not a morning person).⁠
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Step 2: Get the forecast. We start our day by opening up Avalanche Canada & reading our local avalanche bulletin & weather forecast.⁠
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Step 3: Weather. I become a bit OCD with the weather in the winter. I start with the big picture from Avalanche Canada & slowly get more specific using forecasting sites such as spotwx and Windy. Then I try to find a weather station close by to where I am headed to get a good handle on what happened over night. ⁠
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Step 4: Okay now I know what avalanche conditions to expect & weather. Good time to match that to appropriate terrain. What are some places I want to avoid today? ⁠
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Step 5: Check my gear. What battery percentage is my transceiver at? First aid kit? Warm layers? Chocolate? I have a gear checklist in our gear room to make sure I don't forget anything. ⁠
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To learn more check out our online courses & avalanche courses this winter season ✌️

Do the cooler days have you shopping for winter ge

Do the cooler days have you shopping for winter gear? We sure are! Read below for some of our tips on choosing the right transceiver. ⁠
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> 3 antenna: the standard is a 3 antenna transceiver. If you find a smoking deal on a used one or see a suspiciously cheap new one make sure to look into how many antennas it has.⁠
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> Marking / flag button: having a button to mark the subject when found is extremely helpful & time saving in a multiple burial. Be aware of some transceivers that have a button but only suppress the signal for a limited amount of time making it challenging to use. ⁠
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> Group check: this function is lovely for performing your transceiver check at the start of every day. It reduces your range so you don't pick up everyone in your group at once. ⁠
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> New versus used: your safety gear is one thing you don't want to cheap out on. We really recommend buying a new transceiver. Used ones can be risky. If you can find one from an operation that has been taken care of & scanned to make sure everything is working properly than that is a good find. Otherwise a kijji special is probably not your best bet. They are great for practice though! ⁠
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If you want to read more about our favourite gear check out our gear guide on our website ✌️

Am I ready to leave the ski resort & head into the

Am I ready to leave the ski resort & head into the backcountry? ⁠
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Has this thought crossed your mind? With the ever growing hype of the backcountry this is a question you should consider before heading out there. ⁠
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Read below for some of our thoughts about ducking the rope & leaving the lines behind for the backcountry.⁠
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~ How long have you been skiing or snowboarding? You want to be very comfortable riding blacks diamond runs at your local hill. If you plan on touring somewhere away from your local area go to a ski hill close by & see how you feel in that terrain. ⁠
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~ Are you ready to invest in your education & safety? Deciding to head into the backcountry is a big investment both financially & time wise. We highly encourage your first step to be taking an AST 1 course. This will give you the base level knowledge to start out in small simple terrain & learn from mentors. ⁠
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~ Equipment: We always tell people to rent if possible! This gives you the opportunity to try out different gear & see what you like before purchasing. This includes touring skis, splitboards & safety gear such as transceivers, probes and shovels. ⁠
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~ If you are an expert on the resort be prepared to be an intermediate rider in the backcountry. It is a different world out there. Start small in simple terrain and slowly build your skills and knowledge over time. ⁠
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If you have more questions comment below or shoot us a DM. We are always happy to chat with students & help guide them in the right direction ✌️

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