MONTEC Safety Summit SWITZERLAND - Engelberg

MONTEC Safety Summit is an avalanche safety event that brings together backcountry skiers/snowboarders and newcomers to the backcountry scene, all sharing a common goal of prioritizing safety while savoring the excitement of backcountry adventures.

This event is in collaboration ARVA. They will be supporting the event with their safety equipment and providing guidance with certified guides, so you can feel more confident when out on the mountain.

Please make sure to read all information below before signing up.

Event Details

Location: Engelberg, Austria.

Date: Saturday 08/02/24

Time: 08.30-16.30

Training Levels : Beginner and intermediate in avalanche safety.

Ski level : Participants must be able to go down at least red slopes confidently.

Included: 1 day skipass, training by certified guides, lunch & goodie bag.

Price : Free upon registration.

Equipment

What do I need to bring?

• Snowboard or ski set-up
• Backpack
• Safety gear: beacon, probe and shove if you have them.
  
  Will there be safety equipment on site to borrow?
  Yes, in case you don't have any or wish to try new safety equipment, our partner ARVA will provide us with their latest products for the day, including beacons, probes, and shovels. You can inform us about your needs in the registration questionnaire.
  
  Please note: backpacks and ski/snowboard gear won't be provided on-site, so remember to bring your own.

Requirements

Can everyone join this event?
To join this event, you need to be able to confidently ski a red slope. This ensures you can fully participate in all the training sessions and safely move around the resort

Do I need to have my own insurance?
Yes, to attend this event you are required to have your own insurance, which should include coverage for outdoor and skiing activities. This measure ensures that you are protected during the event. Before the event, a waiver will be sent to all participants for signing, ensuring everyone is aware of the risks associated with this event.

🚨 Important information

Limited spots: To ensure that everyone gets the most from this event, we've kept capacity small so we're on hand to guide and support everyone in the group.

As this is a free high-value event, it's important to ensure you're available before booking, and if you're unable to make it, please inform us right away so we can open your spot for someone on the waiting list.

We hope you can make the event, but to check your plans haven't changed, we'll email you before the event, asking you to confirm your place. If you don't respond within the timeframe communicated in the email, your spot will go to someone on the waitlist.

Non-attendance without notice affects future event invitations.