M.A.S.T 1+ Online Learning

Online Learning Options

To enroll in your in-field course, Soul Rides requires completion of two courses. First, complete Introduction to Motorized Avalanche Online Learning. Then finish Motorized Avalanche Online Learning Level 1. You can still reserve your field dates in advance—just finish the online theory before you arrive on snow.

1. Complete Your Online Modules

Buckle up and cruise through interactive tutorials, quizzes, and multimedia lessons. Do it from the comforts of your own home and on your own schedule. These are designed to keep you engaged and ready for two full days in the field.

Introduction to Motorized Avalanche Online Learning

Motorized Avalanche Online Learning Level 1

Cost: $145 CAD + taxes (covers both programs, purchased together)

2. Book Your In-Field Course

Note Online learning must be fully completed prior to your actual in-field course

Two full days of hands-on training (companion rescue searches, snowpack evaluation, group travel management)

Cost: $450 CAD + taxes (covers both days)

Schedule any dates within six months of finishing your online modules—choose from our Pre-Scheduled Courses for you or your group, or set a custom date with Custom Booking

Pro Tip

For best retention, complete your online modules no more than four weeks before your first in-field day. Avoid finishing them six months in advance to keep the material fresh.

M.A.S.T 1+ combines self-paced online theory with two focused days on snow. It provides snowmobile and snow bike riders an immersive, confidence-building avalanche education. This approach maximizes skill retention and minimizes uncertainty in the backcountry.

Course Schedule

Day 1

Parking Lot Meeting – 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Please note: exact meeting details will be sent to you prior to the course.

You’ll receive a full breakdown of the location and start time in advance. Be sure to bring your coffee and settle in—this one-hour session begins promptly at 8:00 AM.

We’ll kick things off with:

A brief overview of avalanche forecasting
An introduction to avalanche rescue gear and how it fits into your day

It’s essential that your snowmobile or snow bike, safety gear, and day supplies are fully prepared. Once the meeting wraps, we’ll head straight into the field to begin the course.

Field Instruction – 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM

To make the most of our limited time, please arrive fully prepared. Your sled should be fueled, your gear packed, and your food ready for a full day in the field. We’ll head directly into the mountains for an immersive hands-on experience.

The day begins with a focus on avalanche rescue equipment. You’ll receive detailed, practical instruction on how to properly use your transceiver, shovel, and probe. This is followed by mock rescue scenarios, giving you the chance to apply your skills in realistic situations.

As we travel through the backcountry, we’ll pause at key points to identify and analyze avalanche terrain features. Our instructors will guide you through:

Safe travel habits in high-risk areas
Group management strategies
Terrain-based decision-making techniques

This field day is built around combining practical training with expert guidance. You’ll leave with the tools, awareness, and confidence to ride more safely in avalanche terrain—and to make informed decisions when it matters most.

We shoot to be back at our staging area for 5-5:30 to finish the day.

Day 2

Parking Lot Meeting – 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

You’ll receive detailed meeting location and timing information at the end of Day 1. On the following morning, we’ll meet in the parking lot for a one-hour session starting promptly at 8:00 AM. Bring your coffee, settle in, and get ready to dive in.

This meeting will cover key topics to prepare you for the day ahead, including:

A focused review of avalanche forecasting
Group riding habits and team travel dynamics
Tools and techniques for rescue gear checks and maintenance

Our goal is to set you up for success before we head into the field.

Please arrive fully prepared with all necessary gear for a full day of snowmobiling or snow biking. Immediately after the meeting, we’ll transition to the practical portion of the course—so your sled, safety gear, and supplies need to be ready to go.

Being organized at the start ensures a seamless flow into hands-on learning and allows us to make the most of your time in the mountains.

Field Instruction – 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM

We kindly ask that you arrive with your sleds fueled, gear packed, and food ready for the day. This ensures a smooth transition to the field and allows us to make the most of our time on the mountain.

We’ll meet at the designated staging area as a group before heading out. Building on the skills and knowledge developed during the previous day, we’ll focus on applying avalanche safety principles in real terrain—with an emphasis on risk management and group travel.

Together, we’ll:

Navigate avalanche terrain using classroom strategies
Practice proper travel habits and route planning
Identify critical avalanche features and hazard indicators

Our instructors will provide real-time feedback and coaching throughout the day, helping reinforce safe decision-making in dynamic conditions.

A large portion of the day will be devoted to hands-on learning. We’ll select a suitable site to conduct a snow profile dig, giving you direct insight into:

Snowpack layers and stability assessment
The physical conditions that contribute to avalanche formation
How to recognize red flags in the field

Later in the day, you’ll participate in a realistic avalanche rescue scenario. This is your chance to put your rescue skills into practice under pressure—solidifying your understanding of gear use, group response, and leadership during emergencies.

By the end of the field session, you’ll have:

Applied core avalanche safety techniques in real terrain
Strengthened your ability to assess snowpack and travel safely
Reinforced your rescue skills through realistic practice

Our goal is to leave you with the confidence, competence, and decision-making tools needed to manage avalanche terrain safely—today, and every ride going forward.

We shoot to be back at our staging area for 5-5:30 to finish the day.