Avalanche Basics Course in Adelboden

In the Avalanche Basic Course at the Alpinschule Adelboden, you will learn the fundamentals of assessing avalanche situations based on the avalanche bulletin. You will be trained in the use of the avalanche transceiver (LVS) and learn how to determine slope inclinations.

Furthermore, you will find out how to react properly after a snow slab failure. Under the guidance of a mountain guide, you will learn to assess risks to make future tours and freeride descents safer.

**Content (Theory):**

+ Reduction method
+ Assessment of avalanche danger
+ Avalanche bulletin

**Content (Practice):**

+ Handling LVS
+ Measuring slope inclination
+ Determining slope exposures
+ Shovel technique