Elk Valley Snow Avalanche Workshop
Join Elk Valley Snow Avalanche Workshop (EVSAW) for a gathering of winter enthusiasts at the Elk Valley Snow Avalanche Workshop, November 10, 2018!
This one-day seminar welcomes avalanche professionals and recreationalists alike to engage in vibrant discussions and learn from fellow avalanche practitioners. A variety of topics including case studies of past events and information on the latest snow safety gear will be presented.
As a lead-in for the International Snow Science Workshop (ISSW) to be held in Fernie, October 2020, the EVSAW will share a similar format with 30-minute presentations on a variety of snow and avalanche related topics.
The Elk Valley Snow Avalanche Workshop on November 10th will be held in Traynor Hall located at the Fernie Secondary School. An atrium style hall filled with natural light, multi level seating, a wide stage, and great acoustics, it is the perfect setting for this inaugural event.
Registration
Regular registration price of $30.00
Student registration price of $15.00
Limited space available.
Complimentary coffee will be available at the auditorium. Lunch will be available for purchase. An apres-social at the Cast Iron Grill, located at the near-by Fernie Golf Club, will provide opportunities to meet new backcountry partners and network with professionals in your community.
Apres
It would be hard to have a bunch of winter enthusiasts gathered together without an Apres! This casual social after an informative day of snow and avalanche topics will be held at the Cast Iron Grill located at the Fernie Golf Club.
Starting immediately after the workshop, your ticket for the EVSAW includes entry to the après social as well as a complimentary Fernie Brewing Company pint or non-al beverage. A five-minute walk from the Fernie Secondary School, the Cast Iron Grill will be a great place to unwind, socialize and talk about the day’s presentations and activities.
There will be music, entertainment, networking opportunities and plenty of door prizes! The après Social will run from 4-6pm. If you can’t make the EVSAW workshop, tickets for après Social only will be available at the door for $10
