#032 Avalanche Safety

Mike Wallace- avalanche safety instructor at Apex Mountain School located in the Vail Valley of Colorado. Mike grew up in Destin, Florida, surfing and saltwater fishing as a youth. He moved to the mountains of Colorado in 1993 where he dove into backcountry skiing without hesitation. He strives to bring a broad knowledge base and a festive, relaxed learning atmosphere to the courses he helps teach. Mike brings 20+ years of ski touring, ski patrol, snow science and avalanche technician experience to the curriculum. When not, a fly fishing guide in the summer, mike shares the wonder of the mountains through safe winter travel with groups of passionate people. This setting is mikes happy place. Mikes resume speaks for its self: AIARE Level 1, Rescue, Level 2 Instructor, AIARE ITC Level 1, Level American Avalanche Institute, AAI Level 2 for Professionals 2014, Pro SAR, American Avalanche Association, AAA Professional Member, AVPRO – Level 3 for Professionals, Colorado Rapid Avalanche Deployment Team, Certified Dog Handler – 2005-2012, Avalanche Tech/Snow Tech – 2012-Present, Certification Standards Committee Member, 26 years backcountry touring experience in Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, Montana, 18 years Ski Patroller and avalanche technician, 8 years Snow Safety Director, Outdoor Emergency Care Technician, CPR for Healthcare Providers, Certified River Guide & more. Bobby is joined by Mike to discuss, Avalanche Safety, Backcountry Sports, Colorado, Mountain Life, Sking, Outdoor Life, Covid-19 & much more. Please subscribe or like us on social media platforms for updates on shows, events, and episode drops. www.themountainsidepodcast.com Affiliates Links Sponsor Links: www.UNCHARTEDSUPPLYCO.com Mountain Side listeners use Discount code TMS10 to receive 10%off UNCHARTED SUPPLY products! www.SABObroadheads.com Mountain Side listeners receive $10 off & Free Shipping on all SABO Broadheads!