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Advanced Snow Profile Observations

Learn how to dig a proper snow profile for the purpose of ski touring and all snow tests.

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560 Canadian dollars
Rendezvous Blackcomb

Service Description

Take your backcountry skills to the next level with our Advanced Snow Profile Observations service at The Aurora Backcountry Pass. Our expert ACMG guides will teach you how to perform snow tests such as compression tests, deep tap tests, extended column tests, Propagation saw tests, and Ruchtblock tests to identify important snow layers and Persistent Weak Layers within the snowpack. With our guidance, we'll help you build your knowledge to make informed decisions and manage risk while enjoying the backcountry. Don't miss out on this unique and educational experience. Day 1: Snow Profiles ->Crystal identification, Snow Metamorphism, Temperature gradients, Resistance, Documentation Day 2: Snow Tests -> Compression, ECT, PST, RBT - When to use them, what they mean etc. etc.

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