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SUMMARY:Giving Thursday at Thirty Eight
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Giving Thursday at Thirty Eight. \nEvery Thursday evening\, Thirty Eight partners with a local nonprofit that’s helping make the Whitefish community stronger. On July 16th\, it’s our turn. \nStop by anytime between 4–10 p.m. for a drink\, dinner\, or both. Thirty Eight will donate 10% of the evening’s bar proceeds to Flathead Avalanche\, helping support avalanche education and awareness across northwest Montana. \nWe’ll also have a few raffle prizes thanks to Averill Hospitality\, including: \n\nA one-night stay and breakfast for two at The Lodge at Whitefish Lake\nDinner for two at The Firebrand Restaurant\nA one-night stay at the Whitefish Riverfront Hotel\n\nSwing by\, grab a bite or a beverage\,say hello\, and spend an evening with friends while supporting a local cause. We’d love to see you there.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/giving-thursday-at-thirty-eight/
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SUMMARY:SnoWest Snowmobile Show
DESCRIPTION:The Snowmobile Season Begins Here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCome by and say hello! We’ll have a table set up at the following event with Flathead Avalanche merch\, information about the upcoming season\, and a chance to connect with our team. Stop by\, grab some swag\, and get stoked for winter! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for the 2026 Montana Snowmobile & Powersports Show! This 2-day event brings together the best of western snowmobiling and promotes local snowmobile businesses. Check out the newest sleds from Arctic Cat\, Ski-Doo\, Polaris and Lynx as well as snowbikes\, trailers\, rentals and lodging. \nIt’s the best place to find the best deals of the year on riding gear\, parts and accessories. Bring the whole family! \nOctober 30-31\, 2026\nFlathead County Fairgrounds – Kalispell\, MT / 265 N Meridian Rd\, Kalispell\, MT 59901 \nSHOW HOURS\nFriday: 3pm–9pm \nSaturday: 9am–4pm \nKids 12 and under free! Daily door prizes! \nEach year we give away thousands of dollars worth of door prizes. Past door prizes have included snowmobiles\, complete gear sets\, helmets\, gloves\, jackets\, goggles\, boots\, parts and accessories and discounts to your favorite sledding companies!
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/snowest-snowmobile-show/2026-10-30/
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DTSTAMP:20261027T234527Z
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UID:10000094-1793437200-1793462400@www.flatheadavalanche.org
SUMMARY:SnoWest Snowmobile Show
DESCRIPTION:The Snowmobile Season Begins Here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCome by and say hello! We’ll have a table set up at the following event with Flathead Avalanche merch\, information about the upcoming season\, and a chance to connect with our team. Stop by\, grab some swag\, and get stoked for winter! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for the 2026 Montana Snowmobile & Powersports Show! This 2-day event brings together the best of western snowmobiling and promotes local snowmobile businesses. Check out the newest sleds from Arctic Cat\, Ski-Doo\, Polaris and Lynx as well as snowbikes\, trailers\, rentals and lodging. \nIt’s the best place to find the best deals of the year on riding gear\, parts and accessories. Bring the whole family! \nOctober 30-31\, 2026\nFlathead County Fairgrounds – Kalispell\, MT / 265 N Meridian Rd\, Kalispell\, MT 59901 \nSHOW HOURS\nFriday: 3pm–9pm \nSaturday: 9am–4pm \nKids 12 and under free! Daily door prizes! \nEach year we give away thousands of dollars worth of door prizes. Past door prizes have included snowmobiles\, complete gear sets\, helmets\, gloves\, jackets\, goggles\, boots\, parts and accessories and discounts to your favorite sledding companies!
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/snowest-snowmobile-show/2026-10-31/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261107T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261107T223000
DTSTAMP:20261027T233515Z
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SUMMARY:Stumptown Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Come say hello! Flathead Avalanche will have a table set up at the following event with Flathead Avalanche merch\, information about the upcoming season\, and a chance to connect with our team. Stop by\, grab some swag\, and get stoked for winter! \n“The Powder Cowboys” Parkin Costain + Maggie Voison Present\nStumptown Film Festival\nWinter starts HERE! The Powder Cowboys (Parkin Costain and Maggie Voisin) are bringing the Stumptown Film Festival to Majestic Valley Arena on Saturday\, November 7. \nWhitefish\, MT native Maggie Voisin is a three-time Olympian and seven-time X Games medalist. She spent more than a decade competing professionally with the U.S. Ski Team in slopestyle and big air\, representing Team USA on the world stage. Montana native Parkin Costain has spent the past decade establishing himself as one of this generation’s most recognizable big mountain athletes. Through award-winning film segments and standout competition moments\, his ability to combine creativity\, progression\, and technical execution has cemented his place among the sport’s most recognized athletes.  \nCelebrate the start of ski season with films\, food\, games and TONS of raffle prizes at an all-ages event alongside some of the top athletes in winter sports. \n Get Tickets 
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/stumptown-film-festival/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261112T193000
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UID:10000072-1794506400-1794511800@www.flatheadavalanche.org
SUMMARY:Avalanche Awareness Class
DESCRIPTION:Learn simple steps you can take to stay safe and have fun in avalanche terrain. This engaging presentation is grounded in the Know Before You Go Program. Join us at watering holes and other venues across the Flathead Valley in November\, December\, and January. \nFree\, no registration needed. Open to all recreationists. All events begin at 6 p.m. \n2026/27 Dates: \n\nNovember 12th: Jersey Boys Pizzeria – Whitefish\nDecember 3rd: Andy’s Crafthouse – Bigfork\nDecember 10th: Jesco – Kalispell\nDecember 16th: Glacier Distilling – Coram\nOthers: TBA\n\nHost a private session for your employees as a corporate sponsor.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/avalanche-awareness-class-5/2026-11-12/
CATEGORIES:Avalanche Awareness
ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Avalanche":MAILTO:friends@flatheadavalanche.org
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DTSTAMP:20261009T055955Z
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SUMMARY:Pint Night at Blackstar
DESCRIPTION:Join Flathead Avalanche at Blackstar Brewpub on Friday\, November 20th. A portion of the proceeds supports avalanche education in the Flathead Valley. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/pint-night-at-blackstar/
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SUMMARY:Northern Rockies Snow & Avalanche Workshop (NRSAW)
DESCRIPTION:The Northern Rockies Snow & Avalanche Workshop (NRSAW) is an annual event bringing together experts and backcountry users to share knowledge\, research\, and stories that improve avalanche awareness and mountain safety. Attendees can visit vendor booths\, connect with the backcountry community\, and enter a raffle supporting local avalanche education. Organizers encourage backcountry users\, guides\, recreationists\, and anyone interested in safe winter travel to attend this important community event.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/northern-rockies-snow-avalanche-workshop-nrsaw/
LOCATION:Performing Arts Center\, 127 Spokane Ave\, Whitefish\, MT\, 59937\, United States
CATEGORIES:Avalanche Awareness
ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Avalanche":MAILTO:friends@flatheadavalanche.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261203T193000
DTSTAMP:20261027T185917Z
CREATED:20261027T185733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T185917Z
UID:10000073-1796320800-1796326200@www.flatheadavalanche.org
SUMMARY:Avalanche Awareness Class
DESCRIPTION:Learn simple steps you can take to stay safe and have fun in avalanche terrain. This engaging presentation is grounded in the Know Before You Go Program. Join us at watering holes and other venues across the Flathead Valley in November\, December\, and January. \nFree\, no registration needed. Open to all recreationists. All events begin at 6 p.m. \n2026/27 Dates: \n\nNovember 12th: Jersey Boys Pizzeria – Whitefish\nDecember 3rd: Andy’s Crafthouse – Bigfork\nDecember 10th: Jesco – Kalispell\nDecember 16th: Glacier Distilling – Coram\nOthers: TBA\n\nHost a private session for your employees as a corporate sponsor.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/avalanche-awareness-class-5/2026-12-03/
CATEGORIES:Avalanche Awareness
ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Avalanche":MAILTO:friends@flatheadavalanche.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261210T193000
DTSTAMP:20261027T185917Z
CREATED:20261027T185733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T185917Z
UID:10000074-1796925600-1796931000@www.flatheadavalanche.org
SUMMARY:Avalanche Awareness Class
DESCRIPTION:Learn simple steps you can take to stay safe and have fun in avalanche terrain. This engaging presentation is grounded in the Know Before You Go Program. Join us at watering holes and other venues across the Flathead Valley in November\, December\, and January. \nFree\, no registration needed. Open to all recreationists. All events begin at 6 p.m. \n2026/27 Dates: \n\nNovember 12th: Jersey Boys Pizzeria – Whitefish\nDecember 3rd: Andy’s Crafthouse – Bigfork\nDecember 10th: Jesco – Kalispell\nDecember 16th: Glacier Distilling – Coram\nOthers: TBA\n\nHost a private session for your employees as a corporate sponsor.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/avalanche-awareness-class-5/2026-12-10/
CATEGORIES:Avalanche Awareness
ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Avalanche":MAILTO:friends@flatheadavalanche.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261216T193000
DTSTAMP:20261027T185917Z
CREATED:20261027T185733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T185917Z
UID:10000075-1797444000-1797449400@www.flatheadavalanche.org
SUMMARY:Avalanche Awareness Class
DESCRIPTION:Learn simple steps you can take to stay safe and have fun in avalanche terrain. This engaging presentation is grounded in the Know Before You Go Program. Join us at watering holes and other venues across the Flathead Valley in November\, December\, and January. \nFree\, no registration needed. Open to all recreationists. All events begin at 6 p.m. \n2026/27 Dates: \n\nNovember 12th: Jersey Boys Pizzeria – Whitefish\nDecember 3rd: Andy’s Crafthouse – Bigfork\nDecember 10th: Jesco – Kalispell\nDecember 16th: Glacier Distilling – Coram\nOthers: TBA\n\nHost a private session for your employees as a corporate sponsor.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/avalanche-awareness-class-5/2026-12-16/
CATEGORIES:Avalanche Awareness
ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Avalanche":MAILTO:friends@flatheadavalanche.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261219T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261219T160000
DTSTAMP:20261027T224507Z
CREATED:20261027T215844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T224507Z
UID:10000084-1797667200-1797696000@www.flatheadavalanche.org
SUMMARY:Partner Rescue Clinic: Ladies Human-Powered
DESCRIPTION:Are you confident in your ability to rescue your backcountry partners in the event of an avalanche? These skills are perishable and important to practice every winter\, as well as throughout the season. During the morning portion of this clinic\, you will rotate between stations practicing the three key pieces of rescue gear: beacon\, shovel\, and probe. In the afternoon\, we’ll put your skills to the test with a mock companion rescue\, including a debrief. \nThis class is geared toward female\, non-motorized users. \nCourse Fee: $75. Registration Required. \n2026/27 Dates: \n\nLadies Human-Powered\, December 19th\nMotorized\, January 2rd\nHuman Powered\, January 24th\nHuman Powered\, February 20th\n\nHuman-powered field days will take place at Whitefish Mountain Resort. Locations for motorized field days are TBD on the Flathead National Forest. Information and directions will be provided to students before the course date.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/partner-rescue-ladies-human-powered/
LOCATION:Whitefish Mountain Resort\, 3930 Big Mountain Rd\, Whitefish\, MT\, 59937
CATEGORIES:Partner Rescue Clinic
ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Avalanche":MAILTO:friends@flatheadavalanche.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270102T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270102T160000
DTSTAMP:20261027T225149Z
CREATED:20261027T225143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T225149Z
UID:10000085-1798876800-1798905600@www.flatheadavalanche.org
SUMMARY:Partner Rescue Clinic: Motorized
DESCRIPTION:Are you confident in your ability to rescue your backcountry partners in the event of an avalanche? These skills are perishable and important to practice every winter\, as well as throughout the season. During the morning portion of this clinic\, you will rotate between stations practicing the three key pieces of rescue gear: beacon\, shovel\, and probe. In the afternoon\, we’ll put your skills to the test with a mock companion rescue\, including a debrief. This class is focused on motorized users. \nCourse Fee: $75. Registration required. \n2026/27 Dates: \n\nLadies Human-Powered\, December 19th\nMotorized\, January 2rd\nHuman Powered\, January 24th\nHuman Powered\, February 20th\n\nHuman-powered field days will take place at Whitefish Mountain Resort. Locations for motorized field days are TBD on the Flathead National Forest. Information and directions will be provided to students before the course date.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/partner-rescue-clinic-motorized/
LOCATION:Flathead National Forest\, 10 Hungry Horse Drive\, Hungry Horse\, Montana\, 59919
CATEGORIES:Partner Rescue Clinic
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270107T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270107T210000
DTSTAMP:20261027T205919Z
CREATED:20261027T190726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T205919Z
UID:10000076-1799344800-1799355600@www.flatheadavalanche.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Avalanche Class: Human-Powered
DESCRIPTION:Intro to Avalanches \n\nThis course is an opportunity to get your hands in the snow and gain familiarity with essential concepts and practices for travel in avalanche-prone terrain. With a Thursday evening classroom session at FVCC and a weekend field day\, this course offers 11 hours of instruction time. We will cover avalanche terminology\, identifying avalanche hazards\, snowpack and weather factors\, trip planning and preparation\, simple decision-making tools\, backcountry travel protocols\, and companion rescue techniques. \nCourse Fee: $120; Registration required. \n2026/27 Dates: \n\nHuman-Powered\, January 7th and 9th\nMotorized\, January 14th and 16th\nLadies Human Powered\, January 28th and 30th\nHuman-Powered for Teens\, February 4th and 6th\n\nEvening sessions are on Thursdays at FVCC from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday sessions are in the field from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Human-powered field days will take place at Whitefish Mountain Resort. Locations for motorized field days are TBD on the Flathead National Forest. Information and directions will be provided to students before the course date.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/intro-to-avalanche-class-human-powered/2027-01-07/
ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Avalanche":MAILTO:friends@flatheadavalanche.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270109T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270109T160000
DTSTAMP:20261027T205919Z
CREATED:20261027T190726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T205919Z
UID:10000077-1799481600-1799510400@www.flatheadavalanche.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Avalanche Class: Human-Powered
DESCRIPTION:Intro to Avalanches \n\nThis course is an opportunity to get your hands in the snow and gain familiarity with essential concepts and practices for travel in avalanche-prone terrain. With a Thursday evening classroom session at FVCC and a weekend field day\, this course offers 11 hours of instruction time. We will cover avalanche terminology\, identifying avalanche hazards\, snowpack and weather factors\, trip planning and preparation\, simple decision-making tools\, backcountry travel protocols\, and companion rescue techniques. \nCourse Fee: $120; Registration required. \n2026/27 Dates: \n\nHuman-Powered\, January 7th and 9th\nMotorized\, January 14th and 16th\nLadies Human Powered\, January 28th and 30th\nHuman-Powered for Teens\, February 4th and 6th\n\nEvening sessions are on Thursdays at FVCC from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday sessions are in the field from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Human-powered field days will take place at Whitefish Mountain Resort. Locations for motorized field days are TBD on the Flathead National Forest. Information and directions will be provided to students before the course date.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/intro-to-avalanche-class-human-powered/2027-01-09/
ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Avalanche":MAILTO:friends@flatheadavalanche.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270114T210000
DTSTAMP:20261027T210624Z
CREATED:20261027T210614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T210624Z
UID:10000078-1799949600-1799960400@www.flatheadavalanche.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Avalanche Class: Motorized
DESCRIPTION:This course is an opportunity to get your hands in the snow and gain familiarity with essential concepts and practices for travel in avalanche-prone terrain. With a Thursday evening classroom session at FVCC and a weekend field day\, this course offers 11 hours of instruction time. We will cover avalanche terminology\, identifying avalanche hazards\, snowpack and weather factors\, trip planning and preparation\, simple decision-making tools\, backcountry travel protocols\, and companion rescue techniques. \nCourse Fee: $120 \n2026/27 Dates: \n\nHuman-Powered\, January 7th and 9th\nMotorized\, January 14th and 16th\nLadies Human Powered\, January 28th and 30th\nHuman-Powered for Teens\, February 4th and 6th\n\nEvening sessions are on Thursdays at FVCC from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday sessions are in the field from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Human-powered field days will take place at Whitefish Mountain Resort. Locations for motorized field days are TBD on the Flathead National Forest. Information and directions will be provided to students before the course date.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/intro-to-avalanche-class-motorized/2027-01-14/
CATEGORIES:Intro to Avalanches
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270116T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270116T160000
DTSTAMP:20261027T210624Z
CREATED:20261027T210614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T210624Z
UID:10000079-1800086400-1800115200@www.flatheadavalanche.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Avalanche Class: Motorized
DESCRIPTION:This course is an opportunity to get your hands in the snow and gain familiarity with essential concepts and practices for travel in avalanche-prone terrain. With a Thursday evening classroom session at FVCC and a weekend field day\, this course offers 11 hours of instruction time. We will cover avalanche terminology\, identifying avalanche hazards\, snowpack and weather factors\, trip planning and preparation\, simple decision-making tools\, backcountry travel protocols\, and companion rescue techniques. \nCourse Fee: $120 \n2026/27 Dates: \n\nHuman-Powered\, January 7th and 9th\nMotorized\, January 14th and 16th\nLadies Human Powered\, January 28th and 30th\nHuman-Powered for Teens\, February 4th and 6th\n\nEvening sessions are on Thursdays at FVCC from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday sessions are in the field from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Human-powered field days will take place at Whitefish Mountain Resort. Locations for motorized field days are TBD on the Flathead National Forest. Information and directions will be provided to students before the course date.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/intro-to-avalanche-class-motorized/2027-01-16/
CATEGORIES:Intro to Avalanches
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270123T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270123T160000
DTSTAMP:20261027T230145Z
CREATED:20261027T230124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T230145Z
UID:10000086-1800691200-1800720000@www.flatheadavalanche.org
SUMMARY:Partner Rescue Clinic: Human-Powered
DESCRIPTION:Are you confident in your ability to rescue your backcountry partners in the event of an avalanche? These skills are perishable and important to practice every winter\, as well as throughout the season. During the morning portion of this clinic\, you will rotate between stations practicing the three key pieces of rescue gear: beacon\, shovel\, and probe. In the afternoon\, we’ll put your skills to the test with a mock companion rescue\, including a debrief. \nCourse Fee: $75. Registration required. \n2026/27 Dates: \n\nLadies Human-Powered\, December 19th\nMotorized\, January 2rd\nHuman Powered\, January 24th\nHuman Powered\, February 20th\n\nHuman-powered field days will take place at Whitefish Mountain Resort. Locations for motorized field days are TBD on the Flathead National Forest. Information and directions will be provided to students before the course date.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/partner-rescue-clinic-human-powered/
LOCATION:Whitefish Mountain Resort\, 3930 Big Mountain Rd\, Whitefish\, MT\, 59937
CATEGORIES:Partner Rescue Clinic
ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Avalanche":MAILTO:friends@flatheadavalanche.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270128T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270128T210000
DTSTAMP:20261027T211332Z
CREATED:20261027T211318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T211332Z
UID:10000080-1801159200-1801170000@www.flatheadavalanche.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Avalanches: Ladies Human-Powered
DESCRIPTION:This course is an opportunity to get your hands in the snow and gain familiarity with essential concepts and practices for travel in avalanche-prone terrain. With a Thursday evening classroom session at FVCC and a weekend field day\, this course offers 11 hours of instruction time. We will cover avalanche terminology\, identifying avalanche hazards\, snowpack and weather factors\, trip planning and preparation\, simple decision-making tools\, backcountry travel protocols\, and companion rescue techniques. \nCourse Fee: $120; Registration required. \n2026/27 Dates: \n\nHuman-Powered\, January 7th and 9th\nMotorized\, January 14th and 16th\nLadies Human Powered\, January 28th and 30th\nHuman-Powered for Teens\, February 4th and 6th\n\nEvening sessions are on Thursdays at FVCC from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday sessions are in the field from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Human-powered field days will take place at Whitefish Mountain Resort. Locations for motorized field days are TBD on the Flathead National Forest. Information and directions will be provided to students before the course date.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/intro-to-avalanches-ladies-human-powered/2027-01-28/
ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Avalanche":MAILTO:friends@flatheadavalanche.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270130T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270130T160000
DTSTAMP:20261027T211332Z
CREATED:20261027T211318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T211332Z
UID:10000081-1801296000-1801324800@www.flatheadavalanche.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Avalanches: Ladies Human-Powered
DESCRIPTION:This course is an opportunity to get your hands in the snow and gain familiarity with essential concepts and practices for travel in avalanche-prone terrain. With a Thursday evening classroom session at FVCC and a weekend field day\, this course offers 11 hours of instruction time. We will cover avalanche terminology\, identifying avalanche hazards\, snowpack and weather factors\, trip planning and preparation\, simple decision-making tools\, backcountry travel protocols\, and companion rescue techniques. \nCourse Fee: $120; Registration required. \n2026/27 Dates: \n\nHuman-Powered\, January 7th and 9th\nMotorized\, January 14th and 16th\nLadies Human Powered\, January 28th and 30th\nHuman-Powered for Teens\, February 4th and 6th\n\nEvening sessions are on Thursdays at FVCC from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday sessions are in the field from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Human-powered field days will take place at Whitefish Mountain Resort. Locations for motorized field days are TBD on the Flathead National Forest. Information and directions will be provided to students before the course date.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/intro-to-avalanches-ladies-human-powered/2027-01-30/
ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Avalanche":MAILTO:friends@flatheadavalanche.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270204T210000
DTSTAMP:20261027T212858Z
CREATED:20261027T212851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T212858Z
UID:10000082-1801764000-1801774800@www.flatheadavalanche.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Avalanches: Human-Powered for Teens
DESCRIPTION:This course is an opportunity to get your hands in the snow and gain familiarity with essential concepts and practices for travel in avalanche-prone terrain. With a Thursday evening classroom session at FVCC and a weekend field day\, this course offers 11 hours of instruction time. We will cover avalanche terminology\, identifying avalanche hazards\, snowpack and weather factors\, trip planning and preparation\, simple decision-making tools\, backcountry travel protocols\, and companion rescue techniques. \nThis class is geared toward students ages 16-19. \nCourse Fee: $120 \n2026/27 Dates: \n\nHuman-Powered\, January 7th and 9th\nMotorized\, January 14th and 16th\nLadies Human Powered\, January 28th and 30th\nHuman-Powered for Teens\, February 4th and 6th\n\nEvening sessions are on Thursdays at FVCC from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday sessions are in the field from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Human-powered field days will take place at Whitefish Mountain Resort. Locations for motorized field days are TBD on the Flathead National Forest. Information and directions will be provided to students before the course date.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/intro-to-avalanches-human-powered-for-teens/2027-02-04/
CATEGORIES:Intro to Avalanches
ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Avalanche":MAILTO:friends@flatheadavalanche.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270206T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270206T160000
DTSTAMP:20261027T212858Z
CREATED:20261027T212851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T212858Z
UID:10000083-1801900800-1801929600@www.flatheadavalanche.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Avalanches: Human-Powered for Teens
DESCRIPTION:This course is an opportunity to get your hands in the snow and gain familiarity with essential concepts and practices for travel in avalanche-prone terrain. With a Thursday evening classroom session at FVCC and a weekend field day\, this course offers 11 hours of instruction time. We will cover avalanche terminology\, identifying avalanche hazards\, snowpack and weather factors\, trip planning and preparation\, simple decision-making tools\, backcountry travel protocols\, and companion rescue techniques. \nThis class is geared toward students ages 16-19. \nCourse Fee: $120 \n2026/27 Dates: \n\nHuman-Powered\, January 7th and 9th\nMotorized\, January 14th and 16th\nLadies Human Powered\, January 28th and 30th\nHuman-Powered for Teens\, February 4th and 6th\n\nEvening sessions are on Thursdays at FVCC from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday sessions are in the field from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Human-powered field days will take place at Whitefish Mountain Resort. Locations for motorized field days are TBD on the Flathead National Forest. Information and directions will be provided to students before the course date.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/intro-to-avalanches-human-powered-for-teens/2027-02-06/
CATEGORIES:Intro to Avalanches
ORGANIZER;CN="Flathead Avalanche":MAILTO:friends@flatheadavalanche.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270209T210000
DTSTAMP:20261027T232348Z
CREATED:20261027T232337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T232348Z
UID:10000088-1802196000-1802206800@www.flatheadavalanche.org
SUMMARY:Level 1: Motorized
DESCRIPTION:Develop essential skills for snowmobiling in avalanche terrain including trip planning\, hazard management\, group communication\, rescue skills\, and terrain choice. This curriculum is designed specifically to meet the needs of motorized users. Riders can expect to also receive some riding skills from local professionals \nCourse Fee: $450. Registration required. \nFebruary 9th – 14th\, 2027 \nClassroom sessions: February 9th and 11th – classroom at FVCC in person from 6 to 9PM. Expect additional online assignments and tutorials prior to field days. \nField sessions:February 13th and 14th – field days on Flathead Nat’l Forest. Specific locations/trailheads will be decided the week prior to the course based on current snowpack and riding conditions.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/level-1-motorized/2027-02-09/
CATEGORIES:Level 1
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270211T210000
DTSTAMP:20261027T232348Z
CREATED:20261027T232337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T232348Z
UID:10000089-1802368800-1802379600@www.flatheadavalanche.org
SUMMARY:Level 1: Motorized
DESCRIPTION:Develop essential skills for snowmobiling in avalanche terrain including trip planning\, hazard management\, group communication\, rescue skills\, and terrain choice. This curriculum is designed specifically to meet the needs of motorized users. Riders can expect to also receive some riding skills from local professionals \nCourse Fee: $450. Registration required. \nFebruary 9th – 14th\, 2027 \nClassroom sessions: February 9th and 11th – classroom at FVCC in person from 6 to 9PM. Expect additional online assignments and tutorials prior to field days. \nField sessions:February 13th and 14th – field days on Flathead Nat’l Forest. Specific locations/trailheads will be decided the week prior to the course based on current snowpack and riding conditions.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/level-1-motorized/2027-02-11/
CATEGORIES:Level 1
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270213T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270213T160000
DTSTAMP:20261027T232348Z
CREATED:20261027T232337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T232348Z
UID:10000090-1802505600-1802534400@www.flatheadavalanche.org
SUMMARY:Level 1: Motorized
DESCRIPTION:Develop essential skills for snowmobiling in avalanche terrain including trip planning\, hazard management\, group communication\, rescue skills\, and terrain choice. This curriculum is designed specifically to meet the needs of motorized users. Riders can expect to also receive some riding skills from local professionals \nCourse Fee: $450. Registration required. \nFebruary 9th – 14th\, 2027 \nClassroom sessions: February 9th and 11th – classroom at FVCC in person from 6 to 9PM. Expect additional online assignments and tutorials prior to field days. \nField sessions:February 13th and 14th – field days on Flathead Nat’l Forest. Specific locations/trailheads will be decided the week prior to the course based on current snowpack and riding conditions.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/level-1-motorized/2027-02-13/
CATEGORIES:Level 1
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270214T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270214T160000
DTSTAMP:20261027T232348Z
CREATED:20261027T232337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T232348Z
UID:10000091-1802592000-1802620800@www.flatheadavalanche.org
SUMMARY:Level 1: Motorized
DESCRIPTION:Develop essential skills for snowmobiling in avalanche terrain including trip planning\, hazard management\, group communication\, rescue skills\, and terrain choice. This curriculum is designed specifically to meet the needs of motorized users. Riders can expect to also receive some riding skills from local professionals \nCourse Fee: $450. Registration required. \nFebruary 9th – 14th\, 2027 \nClassroom sessions: February 9th and 11th – classroom at FVCC in person from 6 to 9PM. Expect additional online assignments and tutorials prior to field days. \nField sessions:February 13th and 14th – field days on Flathead Nat’l Forest. Specific locations/trailheads will be decided the week prior to the course based on current snowpack and riding conditions.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/level-1-motorized/2027-02-14/
CATEGORIES:Level 1
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270220T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270220T160000
DTSTAMP:20261027T230412Z
CREATED:20261027T230412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T230412Z
UID:10000087-1803110400-1803139200@www.flatheadavalanche.org
SUMMARY:Partner Rescue Clinic: Human-Powered
DESCRIPTION:Are you confident in your ability to rescue your backcountry partners in the event of an avalanche? These skills are perishable and important to practice every winter\, as well as throughout the season. During the morning portion of this clinic\, you will rotate between stations practicing the three key pieces of rescue gear: beacon\, shovel\, and probe. In the afternoon\, we’ll put your skills to the test with a mock companion rescue\, including a debrief. \nCourse Fee: $75. Registration required. \n2026/27 Dates: \n\nLadies Human-Powered\, December 19th\nMotorized\, January 2rd\nHuman Powered\, January 24th\nHuman Powered\, February 20th\n\nHuman-powered field days will take place at Whitefish Mountain Resort. Locations for motorized field days are TBD on the Flathead National Forest. Information and directions will be provided to students before the course date.
URL:https://www.flatheadavalanche.org/event/partner-rescue-clinic-human-powered-2/
LOCATION:Whitefish Mountain Resort\, 3930 Big Mountain Rd\, Whitefish\, MT\, 59937
CATEGORIES:Partner Rescue Clinic
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