Avalanche education is the cornerstone of successful backcountry recreation and helps lay the foundation for a bevy of skills, which is why we are a member of the Silverton Avalanche School Network, and use the curriculum that has been refined over decades by the longest running avalanche training program in the U.S. With a curriculum developed in and around the San Juans, we feel this program is the most well-suited to backcountry travel in these mountains.
Mountain Trip is also a recognized Recreational Avalanche Course provider of the American Avalanche Association (A3). You will learn from ski guides and senior instructors, who are AMGA trained or certified, and have years of knowledge and experience skiing in the San Juan snowpack.
We are excited to offer skiers, snowboarders, snowshoers, snowmobilers, ski patrol, search and rescue personnel, and anyone interested in learning about the hazards of avalanches the opportunity to join our professional instructors for one of our of in-depth, hands-on courses. To learn more, see our Level 1, Level 2 or Avalanche Rescue courses.
We know courses can be cost prohibitive, especially for those living in mountain towns with a high cost of living. For assistance, check out the PI Avalanche Fund, which offers scholarships to individuals looking to further their avalanche education, and memorializes our good friend and former guide, Peter Inglis. 2025-2026 applications are closed for the season. Learn more HERE.
If you have questions or are unsure of where to start in your backcountry progression, please contact the Mountain Trip office at [email protected] or (970) 369-1153.
