Avalanche Training

2024/25 Schedule Now Posted

Learn skills that will help you play safer this winter!

Colwest Alpine Adventures specializes in Avalanche Safety Training Courses for climbers, mountaineers, skiers, snowboarders and snowshoers. We offer flexible scheduling for private groups.

If you have a group of 6 or more, let us know, and we will set up convenient dates that fit your schedule.

Other custom courses are available: Intro to Backcountry Travel (learn the basics of backcountry travel, get the right equipment, choose appropriate destinations, and learn how to have more fun and feel safe!)

Our Instructors

“Together we have over 50 years of ski guiding and work in the avalanche industry”

Brad Harrison / Linus Persson
Brad Harrison

Brad Harrison

  • CAA Professional Member
  • Executive Director, Backcountry Lodges of BC Association
  • Contact Brad at brad[AT]colwest.ca or call 250-819-9774

Linus Persson

  • ACMG Ski Guide & Assistant Hiking Guide
  • CAA Active Member
  • Guide at Wells Gray Adventures & Crescent Spur Heli Skiing
  • Contact Linus at linus[AT]mountainadventures.ca

Our Courses

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Registration for Colwest avalanche related courses.

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