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Avalanche Awareness - EPIC TV Series

MSC is proud to present a collaborative project with Epic TV. The video series is designed to be a short beginners guide about avalanche risk, and some basic techniques.  

Please note: This video series is NOT designed to be a complete training course – we strongly  recommend you get training and learn from the experts. Please visit MSC Website  for more details  

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New Zealand Mountain Safety Council (MSC) endorsed Avalanche Courses

It is possible to spend a life time safely recreating in avalanche terrain but it takes skills and knowledge learnt through time in the hills and taking education courses.

We have endorsed a number of training providers across NZ to deliver our recreational courses, and the Professional level courses are delivered by a number of tertiary providers around New Zealand.  

Click here to be taken to the endorsed course provider page