Avalanche savvy? Do you know how to recognise dangerous avalanche terrain? Do you know how to use rescue equipment? Have you considered carrying a transceiver, a probe and a shovel? Do you know what weather sequences lead to avalanche conditions? Have you checked the Backcountry Avalanche Advisory at www.avalanche.net.nz If this makes you feel a little under prepared, then check out how to receive certified avalanche education on our Training page. Topic covered include using your tranceiver, seaching during and incident, assesing avalanche risk. Avalanche.net.nz: The Avalanche crew of Mountain Safety Council also run the avalanche.net.nz website. This is a great website for getting the most recent information on avalanche risk levels of all mountains around the country. If you might be heading into the backcountry in alpine conditions, check here first. And remember, avalanches happen in summer too. | 
