Avalanche Rescue - Organizing a Backcountry Rescue (Video)

June 23, 2016

BCA ambassador and American Avalanche Institute (AAI) co-owner Sarah Carpenter goes the through the steps to perform if your companion gets buried in an avalanche.

In this video, BCA ambassador and American Avalanche Institute (AAI) co-owner Sarah Carpenter goes the through the typical steps you'll need to perform if your companion gets buried in an avalanche. Make sure the avalanche scene is safe, appoint a rescue leader, delegate tasks, and search for the avalanche victim. Be prepared to provide first aid and evacuation.

This is not a substitute for an avalanche class. Get educated before heading into the winter backcountry.

Find a list of avalanche courses here.