avalanche safety course

We're excited to announce the return of our highly popular Avalanche Safety Course at Wide Open Wisconsin. With only 75 spots available, this essential training is sure to fill up quickly. Brought to you by AIARE, Dialed Performance, A+ Powersports, and Balestrieri, our course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to stay safe in avalanche-prone areas.

Course Highlights:

• Comprehensive avalanche safety training
• Practical and theoretical sessions
• Expert instruction from Jeff Hambelton

Raffle Prizes: Each of the incredible prizes listed below was generously donated by the company listed in front of the prize. Every participant will be entered into the raffle for a chance to win: 

• Arva: Shovel, probe, and a discount card for all attendees
• TOBE: Monosuit & Helmet
• BSB Fab: Full set of bumpers for a Polaris, Skidoo, or Arctic Cat
• Avid Products: Choice of a Set of Drivers or a Big Wheel Kit

Presenter: Jeff Hambelton

Jeff is a renowned motorized avalanche course instructor and backcountry guide with over 25 years of experience. Based in the snowy Northwest corner of Washington, Jeff spends each season traveling across the mountain West, teaching avalanche courses to both recreational riders and avalanche professionals. He draws on his extensive experience as a mountain guide, educator, and expert in avalanche forecasting and mitigation to connect with riders and inspire curiosity about avalanches. Jeff is an American Avalanche Association Professional Member, an AIARE Course Leader and Pro Trainer, and collaborates with a wide range of course providers across the mountain West. 

The Germantown Sno Drifters and Plat 5 Snowmobile Club have teamed up with the WI Department of Natural Resources to offer a snowmobile safety course to help reduce the potential for accidents, injuries and fatalities; to reduce the potential for conflict between participants, landowners and other resource users; and to promote safe, responsible and ethical use of the environment and our resources. Sign up on the DNR Go Wild website.