The AIARE 2 builds on the introductory avalanche hazard management model introduced in the AIARE 1 and adds to it the evaluation of critical hazard assessment factors. Students will describe and discuss weather, snowpack and avalanche processes, and identify how these processes relate to observations and travel within avalanche terrain.
DECISION MAKING IN AVALANCHE TERRAIN
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).
Online: March 7th // Field days: March 9th & 10th
VNTRbirds' mission is to empower more women in the outdoors, giving them the confidence, knowledge, and self-reliance needed to thrive on the slopes and the backcountry. To promote this self-sufficiency, we host workshops with experienced instructors who will show you how to take care of your own equipment and how to properly and confidently request more technical maintenance at a tune shop.
Join VNTRbirds on Sunday, April 21st for the final Good Vibes Ride Day of the 23/24 season! VNTRbirds loves to bring together and continue to build our outdoor community. We host these free meetups for women to get together and meet like-minded skiers and riders in the area. Come out, get some laps, win some prizes and make life-long friends.
The Lunch Loops trail system in Grand Junction is some of the best riding in the West Slope of Colorado. We love it because there’s something for everyone there: flow, chunky rock gardens, features, sand, tacky dirt, jumps, and more. Join VNTRbirds for this one day workshop on Saturday, May 4, to develop your skills, build your confidence, and have fun with like-minded women on some of the best trails in Grand Junction!
Come out to The Pad in Silverthorne, CO on Sunday, May 19th for a fun-filled afternoon of shopping, community, drinks and new to you gear! VNTRbirds is hosting a women's gear sale for the upcoming summer season.
This clinic is great for those who want to learn the foundations of mountain biking technique, learn new progressions on your bike, or brush up on specific skills like technical climbing, tight corners or technical descents. Those looking for better body positioning are also welcome - all with the best coaches and the encouraging support of other women
NTRbirds isn’t just about outdoor education; it’s also about community. Once or twice a month, we host pedal parties - a free women’s meet up to bike with a group of rad like-minded women and explore different trails across the state. Come and meet new friends, progress your skills, and have fun! There’s nothing like dirt under your tires and cruising single track all summer with your crew.
HAPPY PRIDE MONTH! Join us Sunday, June 2nd for VNTRbirds' PEDAL PARTY in Breckenridge, CO for a group mountain bike ride. This is for our friends in the LGBTQIA+ community and allies! You bring your bike + we'll bring the glitter and good vibes.
VNTRbirds isn’t just about outdoor education; it’s also about community. Once or twice a month, we host pedal parties - a free women’s meet up to bike with a group of rad like-minded women and explore different trails across the state. Come and meet new friends, progress your skills, and have fun! There’s nothing like dirt under your tires and cruising single track all summer with your crew.
VNTRbirds' mission is to encourage more women + femme-identifying folks in the outdoors with confidence, proper knowledge and self-reliance. To gain this self-sufficiency VNTRbirds hosts free workshops with experienced mechanics to learn how to work on your own bike and know how to request maintenance at a bike shop for more technical work. From fixing flat tires to dialing in your own suspension VNTRbirds is here to answer your questions and support your mountain bike journey.
Join VNTRbirds for Pushing Pedals mountain bike course at Valmont Bike Park in Boulder, Colorado. The Valmont Bike Park progressions have a variety of terrain to encourage, yet challenge riders of all abilities. This clinic is great for those who want to learn the foundations of mountain biking technique, learn new progressions on your bike, or brush up on specific skills like cornering, rollovers or drops.
What is No Man's Land Film Festival?
"The goal of No Man's Land Film Festival (NML) is to connect like-minded individuals who are action-oriented, wish to support a shared vision of gender equality, have a desire to experience their passions and environments through a uniquely feminine lens, and above all, love adventure".
This is a fundraiser event supporting women in the outdoors and furthering their outdoor education through mentorships and grants.
