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About avalanches

About avalanches

Why Worry About Avalanches?
Avalanche Characteristics
Spotting Avalanche Hazard: The Avalanche Triangle
Detecting Instability
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Tips for Avoiding Avalanches

Tips for Avoiding Avalanches

Remember that virtually all avalanches release on slopes of 30 degrees and steeper.
You can effectively avoid avalanche terrain by staying on slopes of less than 30 degrees.
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Route Selection & Self-Rescue

Route Selection & Self-Rescue

The easiest way to rescue yourself is to not get into trouble in the first place.
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New Zealand Avalanche resources

New Zealand Avalanche resources

There are several organisations involved in avalanche saftey in New Zealand. They have excellent resources available.
Self Survival and Snow Safety (Check list for your backpack)

Self Survival and Snow Safety (Check list for your backpack)

With a dream in your mind, take these steps to make sure you come home each night.
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Personal Avalanche Reports

Unfortunately many people are unable to tell their story about how they ended up in an avalanche. Read the stories of people that where lucky enough to survive.
Risk Management

Risk Management

Before teachers take classes on snow trips they should have all students fill out a risk assessment forms. This is called risk management
Mountain safety in summer

Mountain safety in summer

Time to go bush
Go prepared
Summer snow
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Other Resources

Other Resources

Knowledge is the most important tool
More advice
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Conclusions

Conclusions

This page summarises all the mistakes and misconceptions that lead to avalanche risk and accidents..