Gear List
If you need any of the following for your course, gear can be rented or purchased from Local Supply Co in Smithers, BC. They additionally offer Cold Smoke AST students 10% off new gear with proof of course registration.
Touring
Gear
This could be:
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Skis with touring bindings, skins, poles, and compatible touring boots
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Splitboard with touring bindings, skins, poles, and compatible boots
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Snowboard with snowshoes and poles
Backpack
You will need a backpack to carry your avalanche rescue gear, food, water, and extra layers. Avalanche rescue gear must fit inside your pack.
Transceiver
Avalanche Rescue Gear
Avalanche transceiver must have 3-antennas and be in good working condition.
Shovel
Avalanche Rescue Gear
A metal shovel that can breakdown or collapse to fit inside your backpack.
Probe
Avalanche Rescue Gear
A collapsable probe, preferably 3m or longer.
Food + Water
Bring plenty of snacks and lunch to eat at our field site, along with water or a Thermos to bring a hot beverage.
Extra Layers
Bring an spare warm jacket for layering with your regular ski kit to stay warm while we are out learning. You may like a spare pair of gloves, one light pair and one heavier pair, and a toque.
Helmet
Recommended
A hemet is recommended for our ski down at the end of the day.