| 100 Level (Beginner) | ||
| AV101 - Avalanche Awareness Clinic | 2 days | $99 |
| SS101 - Snowshoe Clinic | 2 days | $55 |
| 200 Level (Certifications) | ||
| AV201 - Avalanche Level 1 Certification | 3 days | $199 |
| Private Lessons | ||
| Private Instruction | variable | variable |
AV101 - Avalanche Awareness Clinic : $99/person
Renaissance Adventure Guides is pleased to offer you the opportunity to increase your winter knowledge of snow conditions in the surrounding mountains. Feel safe about getting out into the winter wonderland of Colorado.
Learn about the factors that make up an avalanche, analysis of the snow, route finding and proper avalanche beacon techniques. The first evening’s clinic is in a classroom. The second day of the clinic is in the field in Rocky Mountain National Park! For those of you doing the Avalanche Level 1 Certification, we will spend a second day in the field honing our skills, digging snow pits, and running mock rescues.
Gear Rental Package: $20.00 (1 day)
(includes: snowshoes, poles, gaiters, avalanche beacon and a shovel)
Dates:
1st night classroom at various locations from 7-9pm, 2nd day 9am meeting at Rocky Mountain National Park for your day on the snow. (Park fees are extra)
| Location | Dates (2007-08) | Check Availability |
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| Boulder | Nov 28+Dec 1, Mar 5+8 | |
| Denver | Dec 12+15 | |
| Littleton | Jan 2+5, Feb 13+16, Mar 26+29 | |
| Longmont | Jan 23+26, Feb 20+23 |
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AV201 - Avalanche Level 1 Certification : $199/person
Renaissance Adventure Guides is pleased to offer you the opportunity to increase your winter knowledge of snow conditions in the surrounding mountains. Feel safe about getting out into the winter wonderland of Colorado.
Learn about the factors that make up an avalanche, analysis of the snow, route finding and proper avalanche beacon techniques. The first evening’s clinic is at the RA Guides office. The second culminates with a full day in the spectacular setting of Rocky Mountain National Park! For those of you doing the Avalanche 1 Certification, we will spend a second day on the snow honing our skills, digging snow pits, and running mock rescues.
Gear Rental Package: $40.00 (2 days)
(includes: snowshoes, poles, gaiters, avalanche beacon and a shovel)
Dates:
1st night classroom at various locations from 7-9pm, 2+3rd day 9am meeting at Rocky Mountain National Park for your field training. (Park fees are extra)
| Location | Dates (2007-08) | Check Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Boulder | Nov 28+Dec 1+2, Mar 5+8+9 | |
| Denver | Dec 12+15+16 | |
| Littleton | Jan 2+5+6, Feb 13+16+17, Mar 26+29+30 | |
| Longmont | Jan 23+26+27, Feb 20+23+24 |
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Expand your horizons and learn another way to enjoy our snow-covered state with the RA Guides’ talented and experienced staff. The first evening’s two hour clinic is at the RA Guides office. We will cover snowshoeing topics such as proper dressing, hydration, caloric intake, orientation, route finding, use of GPS, avalanche awareness and a history of the sport. (If you are unable to attend our evening session, please call us and we will work on accomodating your schedule) The second date culminates with a full day testing your new skills in the spectacular setting of Rocky Mountain National Park!
Gear Rental Package: $10.00 (1 day)
(includes: snowshoes, poles and gaiters)
Snowshoe dates:
1st night classroom at various locations from 7-9pm, 2nd day 9am meeting at Rocky Mountain National Park for your day on the snow.
| Location | Dates (2007-08) | Check Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Boulder | Nov 21+24, Dec 26+29, Jan 16+19, Feb 6+9, Feb 27+Mar 1 | |
| Denver | Dec 5+8, Feb 6+9 | |
| Lakewood | Mar 19+22 |
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Private Course Rates
Let Renaissance Adventure Guides’ experienced instructors create a custom trip for you and your group. Custom locations and instruction are available.
Call us for additional information, availability and rates.
Fee per person weekdays:
| 1 Person | $220/day |
| $130/half day | |
| 2 People | $150/day |
| $110/half day | |
| 3-4 People | $125/day |
| $95/half day |
Fee per person holidays and weekends:
| 1 Person | $275/day |
| $180/half day | |
| 2 People | $175/day |
| $135/half day | |
| 3-4 People | $145/day |
| $115/half day |
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