Skier at Crystal Mountain
Skier at Crystal Mountain

Avalanche Transceiver Check Station
The Avalanche Transceiver Check Stations are located at Northway gate one and the bottom of Chair 6. The system will check your beacon’s signal strength to ensure it is performing like it should. Read the signs for instructions on how to check your beacon.


AIARE 1 COURSES
Crystal Mountain offers AIARE 1 courses focused on basic planning, decision making, and companion rescue to learn how to find and dig someone out of an avalanche. A mix of classroom based learning and active field time will leave students with the knowledge to plan and execute their own backcountry adventures. At the end of the AIARE 1 course, you should be able to: develop a plan for travel in avalanche terrain, demonstrate the ability to identify avalanche terrain, effectively use The AIARE Risk Management Framework to make terrain choices in a group setting, and demonstrate effective companion rescue. Sign up today to get backcountry ready.


Always Know What Is Above You
When resting while on the slopes, or around buildings, always be aware of what is uphill of your position. Do not stop below avalanche paths, or wait below roofs that are loaded with deep snow. Avalanches, and roof avalanches, can occur at anytime within the Crystal Mountain Resort boundaries.