Motorized Level 2: January 17,18,19 out of Little Truckee Summit

The Level 2 presents advanced concepts of recreational avalanche risk management for motorized users, while repeating the process taught in Level 1 classes. They are intended for those taking a leadership role in their riding groups or for those riding outside of a forecast area. The academic components build from those taught in the Level 1, primarily through pre-class work. Level 2 classes are free, thanks to funding from the California Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Commission. For details on Level 2 classes, please download the syllabus and read it completely. Participants must:

• Take a Level 1 and Rescue class prior to attending. The Level 1 class should have been taken prior to the 2024/25 season. The Rescue class can be taken just prior to the Level 2, and 2025 SAC Rescue classes are scheduled with this in mind. Previous classes don't need to be motorized-specific. Check here for regional providers who offer non-motorized classes.
• Be an advanced rider - comfortable side-hilling to either side while making adjustments around obstacles, and able to self-extricate from basic stucks. Riding ability is much more important on the Level 2 compared to Level 1 and Rescue classes - please do not overestimate your riding ability.
• Bring a functioning beacon, shovel, and probe. Beacons should be modern three-antennae, shovels should be made specifically for avalanche rescue, and probes should be 270cm or longer. Avalanche gear must be worn/carried on self, and not in tunnel bag. An extra shovel in tunnel bag is recommended.
• Wear a DOT or similarly approved helmet and weather-appropriate gear.
• Ride a reliable, well maintained snowmobile/snowbike, capable of off-trail travel. Machines must be registered with visible registration markings. Spare belts and repair kits are strongly recommended. Poorly maintained machines and/or machines not intended for off-trail travel may jeopardize the experience of others.
• Read the required materials and apply the Daily Flow and Alerts stickers to machines for easy reference while riding
• Bring a radio capable of operating on FRS/GMRS frequencies. A simple speaker/mic is preferable to voice activated systems

Days will run from 9am-5pm, and will be a mix of mobile classroom and field time. Field sessions will be out of Little Truckee Summit. Instructors will communicate specific plans prior to and throughout the class.

Registration

This class opens for registration on 12/09 at 8am, so prior to that you can complete your liability release and participant information documents, but you won't be able to upload them or register until 12/09. Once registration opens, you'll see a registration form below. Don't forget to hit the "SAVE REGISTRATION" button at the bottom of the page!!! If there's no registration form below, either registration hasn't opened yet, or the class is already full (they fill very quickly). Some people may start the registration process, but get a "Sorry, registrations are no longer available" message. This means that the class filled during the time you took to register. As the class dates approach, there is often some turnover, so check back here for openings - indicated by a registration form below this message. This is the only Level 2 class being offered by SAC this winter.