» 1 day course

» You will get access to our online course upon registering followed by a day in the backcountry

» Available for Ski / Snowboard or Sled

» To book click book now → choose desired location → select desired dates

» Stay Wild is an Avalanche Canada AST Provider

» How to properly prioritize and organize when involved in an avalanche rescue scenario

» Single & multiple burial transceiver searches

» Close proximity & deep burial transceiver searching techniques

» Probing

» Shovelling

» Practice a variety of scenarios to help prepare & train your brain on what to do if you find yourself in a backcountry emergency

We are very excited to announce that we have partnered up with the Blue Green Planet Project for this upcoming season.

We have commited to planting a tree for every course registration we receive!

To learn more follow this link to a write up we did about the Blue Green Planet Project.

» Avalanche Skills Training Level 1 (AST 1)

» Check out our Shreducation Flow Chart to see where your training can take you!

Select the BOOK NOW button below to select a location & date.

If your crew is looking for a private course contact us & we will find a date that works for you.

Companion Rescue courses available in Golden, Revelstoke, Big White, Fernie and Kimberley.

» Computer, tablet or smartphone to complete the online course

»Touring equipment if taking ski/snowboard specific course

» Mechanically sound snowmobile if taking sled specific course

» Helmet

»Transceiver (3 antenna)

» Probe (3 meters)

» Shovel

» Warm clothing

» Food

$195 per person + GST

*Does NOT include trail fees for sled courses
*Does NOT include lift tickets at KHMR or Fernie Alpine Resort for the field day

Private group rates:

$975 + GST up to 5 people
$1175 + GST up to 6 people
$1560 + GST up to 8 people

The online course can be completed at any time before the field day

8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Location: backcountry

Our Companion Rescue course is available in Golden, Revelstoke, Fernie, Kimberley, Smithers and Big White.

Online courses are non-refundable. 

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14+ days before the start of your course

If you cancel your Companion Rescue course you will receive a full refund minus $35 if cancelled 14+ days before the start date of your course.

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0 – 14 days before the start of your course

If cancelled within 14 days of the start date of your course you will not receive a refund unless your spot can be filled.

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Please note that if the minimum number of people to run a course is not met the course will be cancelled and you will receive a full refund.

If you are sick with Covid 19 & can not make it to your scheduled course you will receive a credit to use at a later date with Stay Wild Backcountry Skills. We will work together with you to find a date that works when you are feeling better.

You will be required to provide a positive covid test result to receive a credit.

Please follow the latest CDC / provincial guidelines regarding covid.