Uploaded June 2016 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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In this video you will learn what equipment you will need to carry for backcountry travel and avalanche rescue. These items are vital for a safe experience and the potential to save lives if there was an avalanche.

For a safer experience in the mountains, we recommend you finish the other videos in this series, explore our online Avalanche Training Module and attend an alpine skills course.

Find out more - avalanche.net.nz | mountainsafety.org.nz

Online Avalanche Training Module - bit.ly/AvoCourse

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