AIARE Level 2 Motorized

Recreational

AIARE 2 Motorized

Advanced Avalanche Education For Snowmobilers

The AIARE Level 2 Motorized Avalanche Course is an advanced three-day training for snowmobilers and snowbikers ready to elevate their avalanche decision-making and leadership skills.

Building on AIARE Level 1 + AIARE Companion Rescue this course focuses on managing uncertainty, collecting and analyzing snowpack data, and applying the AIARE Framework to plan and lead safe backcountry trips.

Location: Leadville, CO + San Isabel National Forest

Course Length: 3-days (1 day in classroom + 2 days in the field)

Cost: $700 per person

AIARE Level 2: Motorized Avalanche Course

Learn to “send it” farther and safer in Colorado’s winter backcountry.

The AIARE Level 2 Motorized Avalanche Course from Powder Pro Lab is an advanced, three-day training designed for riders ready to take their avalanche safety and decision-making to the next level.

As an A3 Recognized Provider and certified AIARE Motorized Provider, Powder Pro Lab delivers training that meets the American Avalanche Association’s national standards for curriculum, instructor qualifications, and risk management.

Building on the foundation of AIARE Level 1 and your experience applying the AIARE Framework, this course introduces new tools for managing uncertainty, improving group leadership, and deepening your understanding of snow, weather, and terrain.

  • This advanced-level course is ideal for:

    • Snowmobilers and snowbikers who have completed AIARE Level 1 and AIARE Companion Rescue.

    • Riders who frequently lead or mentor groups in avalanche terrain.

    • Backcountry professionals, guides, and instructors pursuing A3 Pro Program prerequisites.

    Participants should be comfortable operating their snowmobile in variable terrain and weather conditions.

  • By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

    • Collect and analyze weather, snowpack, and terrain data to assess avalanche hazards.

    • Apply structured decision-making to manage uncertainty in complex terrain.

    • Lead and mentor small groups using the AIARE Framework.

    • Develop and execute a complete trip plan, including hazard mitigation strategies.

    • Communicate and submit professional-quality field observations to forecast centers.

Badge for the American Avalanche Association recognizing provider level 2.
  • Two snowmobilers pose next to three snowmobiles below a rugged mountain slope in Colorado during an AIARE Avalanche Level 1 course provided by Powder Pro Lab in Central Colorado.

    One of the best avalanche education courses I’ve ever taken. Small class size and an experience crew made great one on one learning for our motorized AIARE 2. It’s not to many classes you get to actually step into Avy terrain but conditions lined up. 10/10 would recommend Keith and his business

    Benjamin B. April 2025

  • Snowmobile tracks in the snow beneath a mountainside in COlorado on a bluebird sunny day. Captured during an AIARE Avalanche level 1 course near Leadville, CO.

    If you’re looking for top-notch AIARE avalanche education with a focus on both backcountry skiing/riding and snowmobiling, look no further than Powder Pro Labs. Their courses provide an incredible mix of technical knowledge, hands-on practice, and real-world application—all delivered in an engaging and accessible way.

    Grayson. January 2025

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Motorized AIARE 2 FAQs

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  • This course is for riders who have completed AIARE Level 1 and Companion Rescue and are ready to lead groups or pursue professional avalanche training.

  • Level 1 teaches foundational decision-making; Level 2 focuses on leadership, forecasting, and managing uncertainty in more complex terrain. It’s the next step in developing advanced backcountry competence.

  • Powder Pro Lab is Colorado’s trusted leader in motorized avalanche education. Our experienced instructors are certified professionals passionate about helping riders explore the backcountry safely and confidently.

    We blend classroom learning with sled-accessed fieldwork, giving you practical experience that translates directly to your own riding terrain.

  • You’ll learn advanced snowpack observation techniques, field weather data collection, stability testing, and structured group leadership. You’ll also practice submitting professional-quality observations to the Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC) or other forecast centers.

  • AIARE Level 2 is the final step in the Recreational Avalanche Education progression before entering A3’s Professional Program or advanced guiding certifications.

  • Being an A3 Recognized Provider means Powder Pro Lab meets the national standards set by the American Avalanche Association (A3) for avalanche education. This includes verified curriculum content, qualified instructors, proper land-use permits, and risk management best practices. Our recognition ensures every course we teach — including AIARE Motorized Avalanche Rescue, Level 1, and Level 2 — aligns with A3’s industry-wide standards for quality and consistency.