AAI x ZEAL Avy Awareness Clinic

Presented by Colorado Mountain School & The American Avalanche Institute
📍 Zeal Optics Retail Store
📅 Thursday, February 19 | 6:00–7:00 PM
💰 Free and open to the public

Join us for a free, one-hour avalanche awareness clinic designed to help you make safer decisions in the winter backcountry. Whether you’re new to touring or looking to refresh your knowledge before the season begins, this engaging session will cover the fundamentals of terrain assessment, snowpack clues, human factors, and trip planning.

Led by a licensed IFMGA mountain guide and professional avalanche educator from the American Avalanche Institute, this interactive presentation blends decades of real-world guiding experience with actionable safety takeaways. Expect practical insights, gear tips, and stories from the field that will inspire confidence for your next ski or splitboard tour.

What to expect:

• A deep dive into avalanche basics and red flags
• How to recognize and manage risk in backcountry terrain
• The latest thinking in snow safety and decision-making
• Gear recommendations from Colorado Mountain School & Rab
• A Q&A session with the instructor

This clinic is a great opportunity to connect with the local mountain community, learn from professionals, and get inspired for the upcoming winter.

No registration required — just show up, bring your questions, and get stoked for the season!

Looking for field based training?

• https://coloradomountainschool.com/course-category/avalanche-training/

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Host or Publisher The American Avalanche Institute