VNTRbirds + Arc’teryx CO Presents Shaping the Snow: Femme Voices from the Industry

Arc'teryx RiNo 2601 Walnut St, Denver, CO, United States

Shaping the Snow: Femme Voices from the Industry brings together four dynamic women from diverse backgrounds in the snow sports world for a powerful conversation. These panelists will share their personal stories of motivation and navigating setbacks as they carve their paths in a male-dominated industry. From the slopes to the boardroom, they’ll offer insights into the challenges they’ve faced and how they’ve persevered, broken down barriers, and redefined what’s possible for women in the snow industry.

VNTRbirds SNOW SAFETY WORKSHOP

RMU Breck 114 S Main Street, Breckenridge, CO, United States

Join VNTRbirds for a kickoff to the winter backcountry season! Whether you are backcountry curious, a seasoned traveler, or somewhere in between, come out to RMU in Breckenridge on Thursday, December 12th and get stoked for the upcoming season. This is great for novice backcountry explorers or a refresher before you dust off your backcountry gear and head out for your first tour of the season.

VNTRbirds PRESENTS NO MAN’S LAND FILM FESTIVAL

The Eclipse Theater 103 S. Harris Street, Breckenridge, CO, United States

No Man's Land Film Festival (NML) aims to unite action-oriented individuals who support gender equality, seek adventure, and wish to explore their passions through a uniquely feminine lens. Come with your friends, family and partners. Everyone is welcome to enjoy these femme-focused outdoor films.

VNTRbirds AIARE Level 1 – Avalanche Training – SUMMIT COUNTY

Summit County

The AIARE 1 is an introduction to avalanche hazard management. Students can expect to develop a good grounding in how to prepare for and carry out a backcountry trip, to understand basic decision making while in the field, and to learn rescue techniques required to find and dig out a buried person (if an avalanche occurs and someone in the party is caught).

Avalanche Refresher Course – Summit County

Summit County

This is a new course offered by VNTRbirds, designed as a review or update for those with prior avalanche education. We highly recommend that participants have Level 1 training or higher before attending. Focusing on refreshing and enhancing your knowledge. The goal of this avalanche refresher is to bring up to date the skills you’ve learned in previous courses.

VNTRbirds AIARE Avalanche Rescue

Mayflower Gulch CO Hwy 91, Frisco, United States

New participants will master the basics of companion rescue, while returning participants can enhance their skills with advanced techniques and hands-on scenarios. Regularly retaking this course helps you stay updated on the latest rescue practices and gear. Don't miss this chance to improve your abilities in avalanche rescue!

VNTRbirds AIARE Level 1 – Avalanche Training – SUMMIT COUNTY

Summit County

The AIARE 1 is an introduction to avalanche hazard management. Students can expect to develop a good grounding in how to prepare for and carry out a backcountry trip, to understand basic decision making while in the field, and to learn rescue techniques required to find and dig out a buried person (if an avalanche occurs and someone in the party is caught).

BACKCOUNTRY BASICS – BRECKENRIDGE with GIRL GET AFTER IT

Breckenridge, Colorado Breckenridge, CO, United States

Embarking on your backcountry journey requires both education and experience with your equipment, as well as knowledge of avalanche safety. VNTRbirds has designed this Backcountry Basics course specifically for women who are new to the backcountry. Learn touring techniques, optimize your equipment use, and much more from experienced instructors.

VNTRbirds AIARE Level 1 – Avalanche Training – MONARCH PASS

Monarch Pass, Colorado 81201 Monarch Pass, CO, United States

The AIARE 1 is an introduction to avalanche hazard management. Students can expect to develop a good grounding in how to prepare for and carry out a backcountry trip, to understand basic decision making while in the field, and to learn rescue techniques required to find and dig out a buried person (if an avalanche occurs and someone in the party is caught).

Avalanche Refresher Course – Summit County

Summit County

This is a new course offered by VNTRbirds, designed as a review or update for those with prior avalanche education. We highly recommend that participants have Level 1 training or higher before attending. Focusing on refreshing and enhancing your knowledge. The goal of this avalanche refresher is to bring up to date the skills you’ve learned in previous courses.

BACKCOUNTRY BASICS – PURGATORY RESORT

Purgatory Resort 1 Skier Place, Durango, CO, United States

VNTRbirds has tailored the Backcountry Basics course specifically for women who are new to the backcountry. This course at Purgatory Resort is also ideal for those who feel they aren't yet in "backcountry shape." We'll take the lift to the top and then tour in the backcountry, eliminating the elevation gain from the bottom.

VNTRbirds AIARE Level 2 – Advanced Avalanche Training – SUMMIT COUNTY

Summit County

Advanched Avalanche Training. The AIARE 2 is a course that provides backcountry travelers an opportunity to advance their decision making skills in more complicated situations such as being a leader within a small travel group, traveling in more complicated terrain, and/or developing a travel plan where resources are scarce.