Fireside Chat: Avalanche Awareness

Wed Jan 14 2026 at 06:00 pm to 07:30 pm UTC-07:00

Limelight Boulder | Boulder

Colorado Wilderness Rides and Guides
Publisher/HostColorado Wilderness Rides and Guides
Fireside Chat: Avalanche Awareness
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Join us for a cozy talk about staying safe in avalanche zones—learn tips by the fire with some snacks, drinks, and discounts provided!
About this Event

Fireside Chat: Avalanche Awareness


Heading into the mountains this winter? Before you go, take time to understand the risks.

Join Colorado Wilderness Rides & Guides at Limelight Boulder for an Avalanche Awareness Fireside Chat at Limelight Hotel Boulderat in the Royal Arch room. This free, in-person conversation is designed for skiers, riders, snowshoers, hikers, and winter travelers looking to better understand avalanche risk and make more informed decisions in Colorado’s winter backcountry.

Every attendee will receive a discount to Limelight's signature bar and grill + a discount to AIARE Avalanche Courses with Colorado Wilderness Rides and Guides.

This event draws from the nationally recognized Know Before You Go avalanche education curriculum and is led by experienced avalanche professionals. Through real-world examples and guided discussion, we’ll cover foundational concepts that every winter recreationist should understand before heading out.


What We’ll Cover
  • How avalanches form and why they occur
  • Key terrain and snowpack factors that increase risk
  • Recognizing red flags in winter conditions
  • Decision-making frameworks for safer travel
  • When avalanche education and professional training are essential

Who Should Attend
  • Backcountry skiers and splitboarders
  • Snowshoers and winter hikers
  • Resort skiers looking to explore beyond the lifts
  • Anyone recreating in or near avalanche terrain this winter

No prior avalanche education is required. This is an introductory awareness event, not a certification course.


Event Details

Date: January 14
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Limelight Hotel Boulder

Space is limited. Registration is encouraged.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Limelight Boulder, 1295 University Avenue, Boulder, United States

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