The Peter Inglis Avalanche Education Fund is proud to present a series of Telluride Backcountry Chats during the 2017-2018 winter season.
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February Event – Feb. 11
Sunday, February 11
6:30pm at Jagged Edge Mountain Gear
Risk Management with Special Guest Doug Krause
- What is personal risk management?
- How does this affect your decision making in the backcountry?
- How should this affect your decision making in the backcountry?
Doug will be covering many topics in relation to personal risk management. Doug encourages questions from you, so come prepared. BYOB and camp chair!
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March Event
Details TBD
Past Events-
December 2017 Event:
Monday, December 18
6:30pm at Jagged Edge Mountain Gear
Getting Your Head Ready for Avalanche Season
- Medical Refresher
- Gear Prep: what you should always carry in your backpack
- Current State of the Snowpack
- CAIC Updates
- State of the Ski Resort
- Current Events
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January Event – Jan. 24
Wednesday, January 24
6:30pm at Jagged Edge Mountain Gear
Panel Discussion
Panel:
* Matt Steen – Telluride Helitrax
* Jon Tuckman – TSP
* Bill Allen – Mountain Trip
* Brian “Speed” Miller – Helitrax Founder/Guide
* TBA
Panel Topics:
* Preparation and Evaluation
* Backcountry Teamwork
* Action and Reflection
* Communication
We will also be integrating questions from the public into the chat. BYOB, camp chair and questions for the panel.
