Backcountry Skiing in Salida & Buena Vista

Avalanche talks, field courses, and the backcountry community.

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AIARE 1 Avalanche Course at Monarch

Pikes Peak Alpine School

Winter (set 3-day sessions) · 24-hour AIARE 1 hosted at Monarch Mountain

Classroom near Poncha Springs · field days on Monarch Pass

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The local entry point to backcountry travel — classroom near Salida, then field days using Monarch’s backcountry gates. Multiple sessions run Dec–April; max 12 students. Confirm dates on the school’s calendar.