How can I minimize the avalanche risk away from secured pistes? Discover avalanche survival essentials with the aid of informative video tutorials and interactive quizzes – from terrain assessment to correct behavior in emergency situations.
What causes an avalanche? What terrain features influence the formation of avalanches? Learn how to recognize potentially dangerous areas.
TOUR PLANNING
How do I read an avalanche report and what other factors do I need to consider when planning my ski tour? Test your knowledge in the quiz at the end.
RESCUING VICTIMS
Learn step by step how to search for buried victims and how to correctly use an avalanche transceiver, shovel and probe.
ADMINISTERING FIRST AID
Incorrect first aid can lead to what is known as afterdrop death. Learn how you can avoid it in case of emergency.
OUTDOOR AVALANCHE TRANSCEIVER TRAINING OPTIONS
Learn how to correctly use winter emergency equipment on the mountain at the ORTOVOX Avalanche Transceiver Training Parks and Avalanche Educational Trails. In many popular ski touring areas you will also find safety checkpoints where you can check the transmission parameters of your switched on avalanche transceiver.
AVALANCHE EDUCATIONAL TRAIL
On the ORTOVOX Avalanche Educational Trail, signs along the ski tour teach you about potential dangers and correct behavior in the event of an avalanche.
AVALANCHE TRANSCEIVER TRAINING PARKS
Train independently for various burial scenarios using fixed transmitters in the ORTOVOX Avalanche Transceiver Training Parks.
