Badge
Intermediate Snowshoeing Course
This badge represents successful completion of the Intermediate Snowshoeing Course.
DESCRIPTION OF SKILLS
The holder of this badge has successfully completed our Intermediate Snowshoeing Course, and has demonstrated proficiency in the following skills:
- Equipment and clothing selection
- Trip selection based on conditioning and skill level
- Snowshoe travel
- Avalanche hazards and safe travel principles
- Using an avalanche beacon, probe, and shovel
- Ice ax use on steep slopes (on-snow practice including self-belay and self-arrest)
- Use of topographical maps, compass, and altimeter
- Emergency preparedness (including winter bivouacs and how to summon help should it be needed)
WHAT DOES THIS BADGE ALLOW ME TO DO?
Those who hold this badge can participate beginner and moderate snowshoe trips. Learn more about these kinds of trips in the activity overview or search for upcoming activities.
HOW DO I GET THIS BADGE?
Course
Complete our Intermediate Snowshoe Course.
EQUIVALENCY
The Intermediate Snowshoe Badge may be granted to members who have relevant experience and can demonstrate proficiency in most the above skills. To connect with an equivalency coordinator at your branch, contact info@mountaineers.org.