{"product_id":"asg3-advanced-backcountry-riding-ushuaia-argentina","title":"ASG3 Advanced Backcountry Riding - Ushuaia, Argentina","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe ASG3 is a comprehensive preparatory course for backcountry leaders and aspiring guides.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCourse space is limited to 6 participants.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassroom Day: August 1, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eField Days: Tuesday through Friday, August 2-5, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisite:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompleted ASG2, AAA REC1, or equivalent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAble to ski powder snow and familiar with ski touring (on skis or split-board).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSki tour 4 consecutive days for a cumulative total of up to 8,000 vertical feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePre-course material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2-hour online\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCourse Format:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e4 days of fieldwork and backcountry ski touring at Ushuaia, Argentina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e8-hour interactive classroom session with an instructor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e8 hours of online video and multimedia material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eASG3 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCourse modules:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#00aaff\"\u003eSnow Weather \u003cspan\u003eAvalanche\u003c\/span\u003e Guidelines \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#00aaff\"\u003eAdvanced Snow Science\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvanced Risk Assessment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvalanche Conceptual Model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLearning Outcomes for RESCUE Module:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col class=\"ol1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eConduct transceiver functional verification at the trailhead.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eUnderstanding of the value and the function of avalanche rescue equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eDemonstrate the operation of a transceiver\/beacon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eDemonstrate professional-level probing techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eBecome a reliable avalanche rescue companion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eComfortable executing avalanche single-victim rescues with a team.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eCompetent rescuer during two-victim avalanche scenarios.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eDemonstrate or identify the steps necessary to complete a two-avalanche victim rescue in less than FIVE (5) minutes within a 50x50-meter area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eEffective communication during avalanche rescues.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eCapable of generating Emergency Response Plans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eInternalize that an avalanche incident is a medical emergency, and become familiar with the injuries and medical issues common among buried avalanche victims.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eDevelop awareness about the value of WFA\/WFR\/OEC\/WEMT training.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLearning Outcomes for the ASG3 module:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1. Enhance ASG2 advanced training in avalanche companion rescue techniques with multiple victim scenarios and triage.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2. Review ASG2 concepts:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecognize avalanche terrain, develop a systematic method for assessing avalanche risk, and execute safe travel plans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScience of snow crystals, metamorphism, and slab avalanche fracture mechanics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand the impact of weather on the snowpack. Track precipitation, wind, and temperature critical thresholds driving stability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable identification of slab and weak layer structures in snow pits. Characterize snowpack structure reactivity with basic stability tests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e3. Become proficient with AAA SWAG nomenclature, snow\/weather\/avalanche observation recording. Understand SWE.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e4. Generate snow pit hardness and temperature profiles. Relate seasonal weather history with snowpack structure and layering.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e5. Target standard and non-standard stability tests for various avalanche problems.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e6. Competent in the application of avalanche release conceptual model and the integration of danger diagrams that assess risk in complex avalanche terrain during trip planning.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003col class=\"ol1\"\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe ASG3+ is also a preparatory course for the next professional developmental step: the AAA PRO1.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCANCELLATION POLICY:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCancellation processing fee: $150\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePartial refund (course fee - processing fee) if cancellation is requested 30 days prior to course date.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Avalanche Science","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48078600306875,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2543\/7090\/products\/thiakonig-181203-0141.jpg?v=1558802628","url":"https:\/\/www.avyscience.com\/products\/asg3-advanced-backcountry-riding-ushuaia-argentina","provider":"Avalanche Science","version":"1.0","type":"link"}