Utah Skiing and Avalanche Course

Durango based Kling Mountain Guides loves Utah! Come expereience the hidden gem of skiing the La Sal Mountains. These mountains are pearched just outside of Moab, towering over 9000 feet above the desert floor bellow. Learn the art of snow science while stairing out at Castle Valley and Canyon Lands national Park. Kling Mountain Guides is the only guide service permited to run avalanche and ski mountaineering courses in the La Sal mountains. We teach both Level 1 and Level 2 American Institue for Avalanche Reserach and Educaiton (AIARE) programs in Utah powder!

Experience southeastern Utah from a different perspective with Kling Mountain Guides!

Please click here for more information on the AIARE avalanche courses we offer.

Chutes and Towers™ (2 days)

Do you want to truly experience the best Utah has to offer? Than come on one of our signature Chutes and Towers™ trips! Our Chutes and Towers ™are one of a kind! Climb one of the classic desert towers(Castleton or South Six Shooter) and then ski a 12,000 ft or 13,000 ft peak! You're views will be second to none. Look down at Canyonlands National Park, Arches National Park, Castle Valley, the Fisher Towers, and Moab 9,000 feet bellow you.

Private Guided Backcountry Skiing (unlimited days!)

Come ski Utah's famous snow with Kling Mountain Guides. The La Sal mountains are filled with chutes and bowls galore! Ski 1 on 1 or with a group of your closest friends.

Introduction to Backcountry Skiing (2 days)

Have you been skiing in bounds at your favorite resort for years? Are you ready to step outside the gates and try the backcountry? This course is designed to get the in bounds ripper ready for the backcountry.

Avalanche Courses

KMG offers a full array of AIA RE and AAA avalanche safety training course from half day companion rescue clinics to four day level 2 courses.

Courses Offered

Level 1 Refresher Course

AIARE and AAA Level 1

AIARE and AAA Level 2

AIARE Level 3

Required Equipment

Required Equipment and Gear

Course Dates and Info

Level 1 Refresher

December 18-19 with the Silverton Avalanche School $185. Includes lodging at the St. Pauls lodge, dinner, breakfast, and lunch too!

Level 1

January 15-17 AIARE course with San Juan College
January 22-24 with the Silverton Avalanche School $260
January 29-30 with the Silverton Avalanche School $260
February 13-14 AIARE course with Fort Lewis College's Outdoor Pursuits $200
February 19-21 AIARE course with San Juan College
March 12-14 AIARE course with San Juan College

Level 2

February 25-28 AIARE course with San Juan College
February 4-7 with the Silverton Avalanche School $385
March 18-21 with the Eldora Avalanche School $600

Cost:

San Juan College courses are $32 for New Mexico Residents and $60 for non-New Mexico Residents
Silverton Avlanche School courses $260
Fort Lewis College Outdoor Pursuits $200
Eldora Avalanche School $600

Location:

Classroom location vary from course to course. get in touch for details
The Mountains for field!

Instructor to Student Ratio:

Varies

Capacity:

Varies. Get in touch for details

College Credit:

1 credit for Level 1(SJC courses only)
2 Credits for Level 2 (SJC courses only)

Enrollment (click link for info):

For information on any of the above courses, please contact us or the course provider directly. To sign up for any of the above courses, please contact to respective course provider directly.

These are all courses that Josh Kling will be instructing. Josh Kling operates as an employee of San Juan College, Fort Lewis College, Eldora Avalanche School, and the Silverton Avalanche School. San Juan College, Fort Lewis College, and the Silverton Avalanche School all operate under special use permits from the United States Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management in their respective operating districts.

Avalanche Organizations

AIARE

Why AIARE? Prior to AIARE, there was no nationally recognized curriculum for avalanche education in the USA. There are many avalanche courses and programs available but in large part, course providers operate according to their own personal beliefs and ideas. There are few means for the public to assess the quality of an avalanche course or instructor.

AIARE was formed to address this situation. We have developed and continue to develop standardized curriculum for a complete program of avalanche courses that meets the needs of students at all levels, from recreational to professional and from novice to advanced. Make sure that your instructor is trained to the AIARE standard.

American Avalanche Association

The American Avalanche Association (AAA) is comprised of a collective group of dedicated professionals engaged in the study, forecasting, control and mitigation of snow avalanches. Association membership includes qualified researchers, professional avalanche forecasters, educators, guides, snow safety officers, snow rangers and qualified ski patrollers, technicians and specialists. Is your instructor a Profesional Member?

Hear what folks think of our avalanche course!

"The atmosphere was great, quiet & conveniently in the mountains. The service was quality, excellent teaching skills & determination. Products extremely practical & necessary in the field. Prices were incredible through the college!"

-San Juan College Level 2 Student

"Josh Kling & John were very knowledgeable throughout the entire course. They answered all questions with expertise and even taught advanced level 2 subjects!"

-AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Student

"Josh Kling just gave a killer level 2 avy course. He was clear, friendly and passionate. Thanks!"

-AIARE Level 2 Avalanche Student

"Awesome course- I learned an incredible amount in 3 days. Josh Kling is an awesome instructor! 5 Stars!"

-AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Student

"Great information and field experience. Everyone going into the backcountry during winter should take this class!"

-AIARE Level 1 Avalanche Student

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