Freeride Avalanche Summit

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SNOWBIRD AND THE UAC PRESENT THE FIRST ANNUAL “FREERIDE AVALANCHE SUMMIT” DEC. 17-18

Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort and the Utah Avalanche Center (UAC) are partnering to offer the first annual Freeride Avalanche Summit, Dec. 17-18. The two-day clinic targets advance and expert skiers and riders who want practical and professional instruction on avalanche awareness, safety and rescue. The Freeride Avalanche Summit will include a unique blend of instruction that combines the expertise of industry leading avalanche forecasters with the experience and influence of local, professional athletes.

Expected participants include:

Members of the UAC and Colorado Avalanche Information Center

Snowbird Ski Patrol and Snow Safety

Jim Conway, lead guide for Teton Gravity Research

Jeremy Nobis, professional skier

Gordy Peifer, professional skier

Jenn Berg, professional skier

Brant Moles, professional skier

Wasatch Powderbird Guides

* for more info, please visit... http://www.snowbird.com/freerideavalanchesummit.html