Avalanche and safety prompt cards to go! Remember critical information when you need it with this colorful set of 13 cards printed on both sides. These 4 x 7 inch pocket sized, water resistant cards contain avalanche, snow and weather observation, trip planning and rescue information typically contained in avalanche safety books in an easy to carry format. Nationally-recognized mountain guides and avalanche experts contributed to this edition. Professional mountain guides using these call them “SGCs”!

Cards Include:

1. Avalanche Observation
Weather Observation

2. Sample Snow Profile Data
Sample Snow Profile Graph

3. Avalanche Hazard Forecast
Conversion Tools

4. Rutschblock, Boardblock & Stuffblock Tests
Snow Profile Observation

5. Regional USA Information
International Avalanche Information

6. Avalanche Danger Factors
Observation Checklist

7. 3x3 Avalanche Assessment Process & Reduction Method
Avalanche Danger and Snow Stability

8. High Altitude Daily Questions
Tour Plan

9. Canadian Drop Loop System
Mechanical Advantage Systems

10. Companion Party Avalanche Rescue
Companion Party Avalanche Rescue

11. Morning Guide's Meeting
Evening Guide's Meeting

12. Energy Analysis – Energy Output & Productivity
Energy Level Indicators

13. SOS Signals / Numbers
Helicopter Landing Zone (LZ)