A successful Ski Touring Leader combines the ability to recognize and deal with the various winter hazards; and the ability to choose terrain and snow conditions to ensure fun, efficient travel on ski touring equipment. The leader uses his or her snow hazard evaluation, terrain evaluation, group interaction and management skills, ski technique and ultimately sound judgement to ensure safe and enjoyable winter travel. Prerequisites/Corequisites: ADVG 1560 and ADVG 1590
A successful Ski Touring Leader combines the ability to recognize and deal with the various winter hazards; and the ability to choose terrain and snow conditions to ensure fun, efficient travel on ski touring equipment. The leader uses his or her snow hazard evaluation, terrain evaluation, group interaction and management skills, ski technique and ultimately sound judgement to ensure safe and enjoyable winter travel. Prerequisites/Corequisites: ADVG 1560 and ADVG 1590