Avalanche Courses
Informative courses in avalanche safety, awareness, and terrain assessment are available. These courses are excellent for skiers, snowboarders, snowmobilers and those frequenting the backcountry areas.
The courses have been designed and recognized by the Canadian Avalanche Association. Instructors are qualified and experienced. All courses include manual and handout packages.
Free Avalanche Awareness Tours
Free daily Avalanche Awareness Tours are jointly run by the Whistler Blackcomb Ski Patrol and the Whistler Sports Injury Prevention Program. The full day tour covers terrain evaluation, avalanche phenomenon, procedures that Whistler Blackcomb uses to keep people safe inside the ski area boundary, avalanche safety equipment, and rescue techniques. You must be able to ski/ride a blue run (intermediate run) comfortably.
Register in advance through the Blackcomb Daylodge Guest Relations desk. Please note: a $10 cash refundable deposit will be taken when you sign up. On the day of your tour, meet your Ski Patrol guide and group between 8:45 AM and 9 AM at the Blackcomb Daylodge.
Ask at any Guest Services for more information.
Tips For Travel in Avalanche Terrain
- Avoid large, steep, lee bowls, gullies and cornices
- Choose safer routes: ridge tops, valley floors, dense timber and low angle slopes
- Never have more than one person on a slope at any time
- Don't stop in the middle of the slope, move to a safe place
- Watch each person on the slope and stay in voice contact
- Have a plan: know who is going to go first, where to stop and where is the escape route
Activity Information and Booking Details
Activities are subject to availability and may be dependent on weather and conditions.
