Safety Information
Backcountry First-Aid and CPR Session
On March 2nd 2024 the BRR Club held a Backcountry First Aid and CPR class. It was a very timely and worthwhile session for snowmobilers enjoying the Montana backcountry. Thirteen BRR Club members attended the session. Thanks to our Safety Officer, Colin Watts, for obtaining funding and scheduling the session.
The BRR Club is serious about avalanche safety in our area. Here are some of the recent activities conducted by the club:
- Dec 13, 2023: Inspect Your Safety Gear Session
- Dec 30, 2022: Deployed first Beacon Check Station on Lost Horse trail
- Jan 4-5 & 14-15, 2023: AIARE Level 1 Motorized Avalanche Training at Lost Horse (10 club members attending)
- Jan 8, 2023: Deployed second Beacon Check Station on Skalkaho trail
- Jan 16, 2023: AIARE Avalanche Rescue class (10 club members attending)
- Dec 13, 2023: Inspect Your Safety Gear Session
- Dec 30, 2022: Deployed first Beacon Check Station on Lost Horse trail
- Jan 4-5 & 14-15, 2023: AIARE Level 1 Motorized Avalanche Training at Lost Horse (10 club members attending)
- Jan 8, 2023: Deployed second Beacon Check Station on Skalkaho trail
- Jan 16, 2023: AIARE Avalanche Rescue class (10 club members attending)
Avalanche Rescue Course
On January 16 the BRR club hosted a AIARE Avalanche Rescue course. Ten members from the club attended the course. The corse consisted online background material and an intensive one day field session. Students learned how to assess an avalanche incident and techniques for perform rescues for single and multiple burials.
2nd Beacon Check Station
Deployed at Skalkaho
Colin Watts Club Safety Officer (left), Wally Deschene (center), Bob Egusquiza (right)
On January 8th, the BRR Club deployed a 2nd Beacon Check Station on the Skalkaho trail. The check station is located about 1 mile from the west gate of the Skalkaho trail. Please remember to use the check station to make sure you have your beacon and its functioning in transmit mode. Have fun, ride safe.
Beacon Check Station
Deployed at Lost Horse
Club Members Bob Egusquiza (left) and Len Owings (right)
On Dec 30, 2022 the BRR club deployed a beacon (aka transceiver) check station at Lost Horse. The check station is located about ½ mile from the Kelly hump at the start of the trail. The check station is used to test if your beacon is transmitting a signal. It is intended as a helpful reminder to wear your beacon and make sure it is transmitting. To use the station, simply pull up to the sign to within about 5 feet and stop. If your beacon is transmitting correctly, the speaker will make a beeping sound and flash a green light. If your beacon is working correctly, continue on and enjoy your ride. If you do not get the green light, make sure you are wearing your beacon, it’s turned on and it’s in transmit mode.
Special thanks to the BRR Club Safety Officer Colin Watts for making this all happen.
Level 1 Motorized Avalanche Training
The BRR club sponsored 10 club members for Level 1 Motorized Avalanche Training. The field portion of the class was held up Lost Horse trail on January 14 & 15th. Here are some pictures from the class.
Avalanche Safety Info for our area
We are always trying to promote safety and make sure you have the best information available. On this page is the National Avalanche Center's Forecast Map. Hover over the the shaded areas to view the current danger rating or click on the shaded area to view the full advisory. Or you can click here and be redirected to the Missoula Avalanche Center Website.
The Advisory Hotline number is: 406-549-4488 You can also sign up for a free automated email with the daily advisory sent direct to your inbox (during the winter months). Check the calendar on our Events page for Avalanche courses in our area. |
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Where we call home |
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Daly Creek – near Skalkaho and Skalkaho Rye Roads
Skalkaho Pass - near Skalkaho Pass Twelve Mile Creek – in Lost Horse Canyon Twin Lakes – Lost Horse Canyon Saddle Mountain - near Lost Trail Detailed Weather Forecast |