BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Alaska Safe Riders - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Alaska Safe Riders X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://alaskasaferiders.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Alaska Safe Riders REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Anchorage BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20250309T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20251102T100000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20260308T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20261101T100000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0900 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:AKDT DTSTART:20270314T110000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0900 TZNAME:AKST DTSTART:20271107T100000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260414T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260414T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T062604 CREATED:20260330T202554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T211755Z UID:45811-1776157200-1776186000@alaskasaferiders.org SUMMARY:April 14th - Soul Rides Motorized Avalanche Skills Training DESCRIPTION:Thompson Pass\, Alaska | April 14 | 14+ with guardian participation\nStaging Location: Will be communicated April 13 after scouting is complete.\n$100 per rider + Alaska Safe Riders Membership\nThis course normally costs $440 USD\, but we are offering this heavily subsidized training to the Alaska riding community. \nJoin Alaska Safe Riders and Soul Rides for a Motorized Avalanche Skills Training (MAST) 1 course designed specifically for snowmobilers and snow bikers who ride in avalanche terrain.\nThis course provides the foundational knowledge and field skills needed to safely explore the motorized backcountry while understanding avalanche hazards and rescue techniques.\nClass size is limited to 16 riders. \n\nSpecial Opportunity for Avalanche Instructors\nIf you are a certified avalanche instructor and would like to shadow this course for additional motorized-focused training\, we are offering that opportunity free of charge.\nPlease email sierrawintersmith@outlook.com to start that conversation. \n\nWhy Take MAST 1+?\nLearning to drive teaches you the rules of the road. Similarly\, MAST 1 gives snowmobilers and snow bike riders the foundational skills needed to navigate the backcountry safely.\nYou wouldn’t hit the highway without understanding stop signs or safe passing zones. In the same way\, venturing into avalanche terrain can be dangerous without understanding how snow\, slope\, and weather interact.\nMAST 1 is taught by industry-leading avalanche professionals who guide riders step-by-step to ensure each concept is understood before applying it in the field. \n\nWho Should Attend\nMAST 1 is designed for snowmobile and snow bike riders who: \n\nAre new to motorized backcountry travel\nWant to build a strong avalanche safety foundation\nWant confidence in identifying hazards before riding\n\nIf you or your group already have some backcountry experience but haven’t refreshed your avalanche skills recently\, consider upgrading to MAST 1+\, which includes additional field time for deeper skill reinforcement. \n\nWhat You’ll Learn\nDuring this training\, riders will absorb and apply critical avalanche safety knowledge\, including how to: \nAvalanche Terrain Recognition\n\nIdentify avalanche terrain\nUnderstand slab avalanche mechanics\nRecognize slope angles and terrain traps\n\nSnowpack & Weather Awareness\n\nUnderstand how changing weather affects snowpack stability\nRecognize warning signs of unstable conditions\n\nAvalanche Rescue Skills\n\nUse avalanche rescue gear effectively\nDevelop a motorized companion rescue plan\n\nSafer Riding Practices\n\nCommunicate effectively within riding groups\nPractice riding etiquette that reduces risk for yourself and others\n\nThese skills ensure every rider leaves prepared to make informed and safer decisions in avalanche terrain. \n\nCancellation Policy\nDue to the limited number of seats available:\nCancellations made after April 1st are non-refundable.\nYour registration fee will instead be reinvested into future Alaska Safe Riders safety programs and education opportunities. \n\nRequired Online Coursework\nParticipants must complete Soul Rides Intro to Motorized Avalanche Training before the field course.\nOnce registered\, you will receive a promo code to complete the online coursework for free prior to the on-snow training. \n\nRequired Gear\n\nReliable snowmachine or snowbike\nAvalanche beacon\nProbe\nShovel\nLayered riding gear for changing conditions\nExtra warm gear\nLunch / food for the day\nPlenty of water\n\nRecommended Gear\n\nRadio\nAvy Bag\n\n\nCommunity Commitment\nWe encourage riders who complete this training to consider supporting Alaska Safe Riders next season by hosting a backcountry ride or community ride event. \nThese rides help:\nGrow Alaska Safe Riders membership\nBuild stronger connections in the riding community\nContinue spreading avalanche education across Alaska \nDetails can be discussed later — we simply ask riders to consider helping us keep the safety culture growing.\n \n⚠️ Alaska Safe Riders membership is required to participate.\nWe can’t wait to shred with you all and spend an unforgettable weekend riding\, learning\, and connecting in the mountains. 🏔️✨ \n✨ ASR Basic — $25/yr: Members-only training events; networking; merch offers; automatic prize entries👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 ASR Family — $50/yr: Up to 6 family members; networking with riders & champions; merch offers; prize entries🏫 ASR Schools — $100/yr: School recognition; priority reservations for school trainings; special school offers🏢 ASR Business — $500+/yr: Business recognition; industry networking; visibility at events/workshops; website/newsletter recognition \n👉 Start your journey to safer riding today—join Alaska Safe Riders! \nThank You to Our Event Sponsors & Supporters\nThis program would not be possible without the support of our partners who believe in growing avalanche education in Alaska’s riding community. \nSpecial thanks to: \n\nAlaska Motorsports & Equipment\nAlaska Mining & Diving Supply\nTeam CC Ski-Doo\nDelta Leasing\nThe Sierra Winter Way\nUptrack Alliance\nSoul Rides\nAlaska Safe Riders leadership\n\nYour support helps bring real motorized avalanche education to Alaska riders and continues building a stronger culture of safety in the backcountry. \n\n\n\n \n \n Event Master Sign Up\n \n \n FacebookThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Please enter the participant’s full legal name as it should appear on event records and confirmations.Email(Required)\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n Enter a valid email address. 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Describe any mechanical issues you are aware of.(Required)Example: the check engine light comes on at 3000 RPM but otherwise runs well throughout the day. Are you comfortable unloading/loading your snowmachine?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Need Assistance\n \n \n \n Other\n Riding ExperienceHelp us understand your current riding experience and the skills you hope to build through our clinics.How long have you been riding snowmachines?(Required)\n \n \n Never\n \n \n \n A Few Times\n \n \n \n 1-2 Seasons\n \n \n \n 3+ Seasons\n How would you describe your current skill level?(Required)\n \n \n True Beginner - You are brand new to snowmachines. You may have never ridden or only ridden once or twice. Still learning basic controls\, throttle/brake feel\, balance\, and how the machine responds on snow.\n \n \n \n Beginner - You are comfortable operating a sled at slow to moderate speeds on groomed trails. You can start\, stop\, and turn with confidence but are still developing body positioning\, throttle control\, and understanding terrain.\n \n \n \n Advanced Beginner - You ride groomed and ungroomed terrain with growing confidence. You’re beginning to explore off-trail riding\, sidehilling basics\, climbing small features\, and navigating variable snow. Still refining balance\, technique\, and recovery skills.\n \n \n \n Intermediate - You ride on- and off-trail regularly and can manage varied terrain\, deeper snow\, and moderate sidehills. You understand line choice\, machine control\, and terrain hazards. Ready to work on advanced techniques\, efficiency\, and riding bigger features.\n \n \n \n Other\n What type of terrain have you ridden?(Required)\n \n Trails\n \n \n Meadows\n \n \n Low-Angle Powder\n \n \n Steeper Terrain\n \n \n High Alpine/Mountains\n \n \n Rivers\n \n \n Glaciers\n Select all that apply. What are you hoping to improve on during the clinic?(Required)\n \n Throttle Control\n \n \n Body Positioning\n \n \n Countersteering\n Select all that apply. What makes you nervous or unsure when riding?Do you have any injuries or physical limitations we should know about?Your GoalsHelp us understand how we can help you improve your skills in the riding and backcountry industry. What do you hope to gain from this clinic?(Required)What would you define as success from this clinic?(Required)Is there anything else we should know about you?(Required)Gear & PreparednessWe are proud to partner with Alaska Safe Riders to bring these clinics to women in the industry and safety is key! 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