Avalanche Awareness & Tree Well Safety Days
January 18-19, 2025
Come on up to Whitewater to participate, learn, and gather some great tips that could help save you or someone else someday.
Avalanche Awareness & Tree Well Safety Days offer an incredible opportunity to enhance your skills and deepen your understanding of staying safe in the mountains. This weekend event is designed to empower everyone—from those taking their first steps into avalanche education to seasoned backcountry adventurers looking to refresh and refine their knowledge.
Through engaging workshops, practical demonstrations, and hands-on activities, you'll learn essential safety techniques to navigate avalanche terrain and recognize the hidden dangers of tree wells. Plus, it's not just about learning; it's about community. Connect with other outdoor enthusiasts who share your passion for winter exploration, swap stories, and expand your network of like-minded adventurers.
Whether you're here to build confidence for your next backcountry mission or simply want to be better equipped to enjoy the slopes safely, Avalanche Awareness & Tree Well Safety Days provide a fun, educational, and supportive environment for everyone.
We will have the following events to promote Avalanche Awareness in our community:
Saturday January 18
9:30am - 12:00pm | Nelson Search & Rescue Transceiver Hunt in the Meadow
9:30am - 2:00pm | Nelson Search & Rescue Show & Tell in the Base Area
12:00pm - 1:00pm | CARDA Dog Demo w/ Freyja in the Base Area
Sunday January 19
11:00am - 12:00pm | Simulated Tree Well Rescue at the top of the Summit chair
12:00pm - 2:00pm | Snow Profile Demo at the top of the Summit chair
