Lower Registration Fees
We’ve reduced the cost of our AIARE 1 In Person courses! With Early Bird pricing, you save $40 on your 22/23 AIARE 1 In Person course ($535) and $25 on AIARE Avalanche Rescue ($225).
WHAT’S NEW FOR 22/23
22/23 AIARE Avalanche 1 (In Person)
$535
Save $20 with Early Bird pricing
Ready to begin your avalanche education journey? This 3-day course is the gold standard for anyone who wants to travel in or near avalanche terrain, and there’s no better place to learn than Bluebird Backcountry.
22/23 AIARE Avalanche 1 (Hybrid)
$575
Save $20 with Early Bird pricing
Hybrid AIARE 1 courses are ideal for for self-motivated individuals with solid time management skills. Hybrid students will need to commit to spending 6-8 hours in the week prior to the on-snow course portion completing all necessary prerequisites; this includes the mandatory Zoom class sessions.
22/23 AIARE Avalanche Rescue
$225
Save $20 with Early Bird pricing
In this 1-day course, you will master what to do in the event that you or a member of your party is caught in an avalanche while practicing realistic scenarios. This course is also meant to be retaken regularly to keep skills sharp, so it’s a great refresher for folks who are experienced backcountry travelers but haven’t had formal avalanche education recently.
22/23 AIARE Avalanche 2
$595
Save $30 with Early Bird pricing
Prerequisites for this 3-day course are AIARE 1 and Avalanche Rescue. We strongly recommend that students have practiced the skills they learned in those courses for at least one season prior to taking their AIARE 2.
WHY TAKE AN AIARE COURSE AT BLUEBIRD:
Incredible Classroom – The terrain at Bluebird Backcountry is perfect for all levels. With plenty of space, from low-angle learning areas to prominent peaks, Bear Mountain offers a variety of terrain to analyze while learning about avalanches. You’ll find secluded pockets of untouched snow to practice your rescue skills, then go ski some perfectly gladed tree runs or open bowls afterward!
Amazing Instructors – All of our instructors have gone through the AIARE Instructor Training Course and are highly experienced with avalanche education. They also live and breathe the Bluebird vibe — including everyone, bringing excitement to their craft, and instilling a deep love of and respect for winter. Plus, they know the terrain at Bluebird very well, and will find the best pockets of snow to play in.
Interesting Snowpack – Located in the heart of Colorado Ski Country, we have a classic Continental snowpack. This means that the layers in our snowpack tend to be interesting and more pronounced. When it comes to learning about avalanches and snow, you want to be able to see a variety of things happening within the snowpack. At Bluebird, you are basically guaranteed to see a variety of snow crystals and layer types.
Community Vibe – When you take an AIARE course at Bluebird, you come away with more than just a cool experience and new skills. You’re also part of the Bluebird community, which is all about making new friends and continuing to learn and mentor one another. You’ll be surrounded by all levels of riders, from newbies to expert backcountry enthusiasts. It’s easy to make connections and find partners for your next tour or a day back at Bluebird.
Rental Gear – our rental shop is open to AIARE students, making it easy and affordable for you to access gear for your course without having to make a big investment.
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION ENDS 8/12
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BACKCOUNTRY SKI AREA
THE BASICS
Ski patrol, backcountry rentals, lessons and avalanche courses, warm lodges and mountain huts, contests and music, burritos, free bacon (!) — and none of the chairlifts.
THE MOUNTAIN
1,200 private acres managed for avalanches, with a variety of learning zones, intermediate bowls, and steep chutes and faces for every riding ability and backcountry experience level.
OUR LOCATION
We are located adjacent to famously snowy Rabbit Ears Pass — two hours from Denver, one hour from Summit County, and just over 30 minutes from Steamboat Springs.
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