Avalanche beacons are one of the "three sacred treasures" of snowy mountains. PIEPS is hosting a workshop using these beacons at three locations in Hokkaido, Tohoku, and Kanto. The workshop will cover the basics of avalanche beacons, basic search methods, and even the performance of ProIPS
This year, participants are welcome to participate, regardless of their level of knowledge about beacons, from those who want to try backcountry or snowy mountain climbing, to those who have one but are having trouble using it, to those who want to deepen their understanding. Although registration is required, participation is free. Why not take this opportunity to gain solid knowledge so you can use it effectively in any situation?
Event Overview
<Hokkaido Venue>
Date and time: Sunday, October 29, 2023, 10:00-15:00
Venue: Sapporo Bankei Ski Resort (Sapporo, Hokkaido)
*Will proceed even in light rain
<Tohoku Venue>
Date and time: Friday, November 3, 2023 (national holiday) 10:00-15:00
Venue: Iwate Prefectural Forest (Hachimantai City, Iwate Prefecture)
*Will proceed even in light rain
<Kanto Venue>
Date and time: Sunday, November 19, 2023, 10:00-15:00
Location: Abina Water Park (Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture)
*Cancelled in case of rain
Number of participants: First 20 people at each venue
Cost: Free
Experience session details
- Basic knowledge of avalanche beacons
- Practice the basics of avalanche beacon search (flux line)
- Practice marking function when searching for buried objects in an avalanche
- Precautions when using avalanche beacons (differences in the number of antennas, automatic return function, backup mode, etc.)
- an introduction to ProIPS , the world's first electromagnetic interference protection system
*Groups will be formed based on the answers to the application questionnaire. The program may change depending on the group
PIEPS
Official website: https://www.lostarrow.co.jp/brands/pieps.html