Elevating Snow Safety with AIARE

Since 1998, the American Institute of Avalanche Research and Education (AIARE) has been a leader in providing educational services for backcountry skiers and recreational snow sports enthusiasts. By offering a standardized curriculum rooted in a consensus-driven approach, AIARE ensures consistent, high-quality training that establishes a strong foundation for individuals looking to deepen their knowledge and enhance mountain safety.

AIARE’s core values—Educational Leadership, Excellence, and Collaboration—drive their mission. Recognizing that students enter the program with varying levels of experience, AIARE meets individuals where they are in their educational journey, equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to create safer mountain environments. Their commitment to excellence shines through in both their training and curriculum, fostering a culture of safety and preparedness. Collaborative decision-making, a cornerstone of the AIARE curriculum, plays a vital role in developing strong, informed choices in the backcountry.

If you’ve taken an AIARE course, you know that everyone in your party needs to carry a transceiver, probe, and shovel every time you leave the trailhead in the winter backcountry. But should you be wearing an airbag, too? Scott takes a deep dive into airbag technology and what you need to know if you carry one.

SCOTT is proud to partner with AIARE in promoting snow safety across the environments where we work and play. As part of this partnership, AIARE members can enjoy 20% off SCOTT’s complete winter collection.