Avalanche Course
Learn about safe travel in the winter mountains with experienced instructors from Rope and Tin.
Learn about safe route choices, snow, and safety on tours. Suitable for those who can ski, but want to learn more about safe independent travel on snow.
This 2-day course is suitable for those who have no prior avalanche knowledge, have taken a shorter introductory course previously, or wish to learn more about safer ski touring.
The tours will mainly take place in the Tyin Filefjell area, where the terrain offers great opportunities for enjoyable skiing and varied landscapes with excellent learning possibilities.
Learning objectives:
- Recognize avalanche terrain
- Use of rule-based methods for planning and decision-making on tours
- Understand how human factors influence group dynamics
- Be able to perform effective companion rescue
- Knowledge of different snow types
You will receive an introduction to:
- Snow knowledge and avalanche theory
- Use and evaluation of avalanche forecasts
- Tour planning
- Terrain assessment and route choice
- Riding patterns
- Companion rescue with transceiver, probe, and shovel
- Human factors
The topics covered during the program are listed below. We strive as much as possible to adapt to the group's wishes, as well as current weather and conditions.
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About the instructor
Tau og Tind has taken over the operations of Tyin Aktiv – and continues 25 years of experience with guiding in the area, well-known for its kite courses and guided tours to Uranostind and Falketind.
In recent years, the activity menu has expanded to include ski touring and avalanche courses. The nature at Tyin Filefjell is experienced even better with local guides.
Tau og Tind also offers guided hikes, snowshoeing tours, and summit trips to your desired destination. We are happy to tailor a program that suits you and your group, regardless of skill level.