Live4theRush delivers practical and confidence-building training for anyone stepping into the backcountry.
Our courses blend real-world mountain experience with clear, accessible instruction so you can make informed decisions, manage risk, and move through winter terrain with greater awareness.
Whether you’re new to avalanche safety or leveling up your skills, we’re here to help you build the knowledge and confidence to adventure with intention.
Sign-up for a Shred AST course with us today!
Shred AST Schedule
Sunday
Jan. 18
No events scheduled
Monday
Jan. 19
No events scheduled
Tuesday
Jan. 20
No events scheduled
Wednesday
Jan. 21
No events scheduled
Thursday
Jan. 22
No events scheduled
Avalanche Training We Offer
SHRED AST 1
SHRED AST 1 (Avalanche Skills Training Level 1) is a foundational course designed for individuals venturing into avalanche terrain, providing essential knowledge and skills for safe backcountry travel.
SHRED AST Refresh
SHRED AST Refresh is a one-day, field-based course designed to update and reinforce the avalanche safety skills learned in the original AST 1 course.
Community Outreach
Community outreach and public avalanche talks are educational initiatives aimed at increasing awareness and safety among winter backcountry users through accessible, engaging presentations and events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are Shred AST classroom sessions held?
Yukon University (Ayamdigut Campus) -
Located on the north side of town between Porter Creek and Whistle Bend, just above the Alaska Highway.
Address: 500 University Drive, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 0M4
*Details of the specific classroom and location at Yukon U will be sent out upon registration.
Where are Avalanche Training field days held?
Field days are spent within local regions including Wheaton or White Pass.
Exact field location(s) will be provided to you after registration of your Shred AST course and further mentioned in detail during our classroom trip planning lecture.
What do I need to bring for the field day?
You will need to bring your own (minimum requirements): Mechanically sound snowmobile or snow bike, Sled or winter boots, Backpack, Transciever (3 Antenna), Probe (300 cm recommended), Metal Collapisible Shovel, DOT certified Sled Helmet, Googles (if appliable for helmet), Min 2 sets of Gloves, Toque, Balaclava, Baselayers + Warm Jacket (extra layers/coat, repair kit / first aid kit appliable to your equipment and personal needs, Lunch/Snacks, Water/Thermos.
We do not supply snowmobiles, sled equipment or avalanche gear.
Review: Avalanche Training Offered
How do I register for a SHRED AST course?
Go to the Shred AST Schedule, scroll through the calendar to find the next series of courses running and select "Register for Series". It will prompt you through the steps to register, pay and enroll into the course.
If you are unsure what dates are tied to a series, click on the course title in the schedule and it will pop up details about the course itself and the dates affliated with it.
You can also register for Shred AST courses directly from the AST Courses Offered Page.
Waivers & Required Forms
Review the AST Shred Live4theRush Waiver (PDF is available for download).
All participants must sign the waiver(s) before a course begins. No signature, no participation.
By signing, you waive the right to sue or claim compensation after an accident/incident.
If booking for others, you must inform them of the waiver and ensure they review and understand the waiver(s) before submitting payment. Waivers will be signed on-site at the beginning of the course.
Waivers are a requirement for all Live4theRush AST Shred Courses.
Registration, Refunds & Cancellation Policy
By submitting payment, you agree to our Terms & Conditions for yourself and anyone you book for below:
NO REFUNDS! If weather or travel conditions cancel a trip, we will reschedule the field day (it is uncommon a trip will be cancelled due to weather or unsafe travel conditions).
Full payment is required when signing up for a training course.
You have 24 hours to cancel once registered for a SHRED AST course. After that, all courses are Non-Refundable, unless you find a replacement.
**If you do need to cancel, contact us and we’ll try to help fill your spot and refund you if successful.
About Live4theRush
Live4theRush brings over a decade of shared experience recreating and working in the ski industry, grounded in a strong commitment to mountain safety, education, and public outreach.
Our journey began in Revelstoke, British Columbia in 2015, where we met during a splitboarding avalanche course, an experience that sparked a mutual passion for backcountry travel, snow safety, and the foundation of our long-standing collaboration.
Since then, we’ve expanded our knowledge and experience across hemispheres and mountain ranges. Time spent living, working, and recreating in New Zealand’s Southern Alps sharpened our skills in dynamic snowpacks and variable alpine conditions. Back in Canada, we continued to develop our expertise across the diverse terrains / regions from the interior to coastal ranges of British Columbia, Alberta, Yukon and Alaska.
The Yukon has since become our longest-standing home since 2019, and the heart of our professional identity. It’s here that we began incorporating snowmobiling into our winter recreation and expanding our reach into remote terrain. Over time, we’ve built strong relationships recreating and working with the local snow and avalanche safety community, delivering public avalanche talks / workshops, and helping foster a culture of safe, informed backcountry travel in the North.
Mitch Trottier
P.Eng, CAA Operations Lv. 2, CSGA Lv.1
Mitch is a Geotechnical Engineer (P.Eng.) with Yukon Engineers and has been recreating in the backcountry / working in the ski industry for more than a decade.
He started his Avalanche Skills Training in 2013; worked two seasons as a Pro Ski Patroller in BC; obtained his CAA Avalanche Operations Level 1, Intro to Weather, AvSar 2, CSGA Level 1; worked as an avalanche technician on industrial, highway and rail avalanche programs; and he recently obtained his CAA Avalanche Operations Level 2.
Marisa Hindemith
M.Sc., P.Geo, CAA Member; Operations Lv. 1 & Basic Avalanche Educator
Marisa Hindemith has a M.Sc., is a Professional Geologist with APEGA, and a member with the Canadian Avalanche Association (CAA).
She began recreating and working in the ski industry over a decade ago. She started her Avalanche Skills Training in 2013; work two season as a Pro Ski Patroller; obtained Intro to Weather and Avalanche Operations.; worked as an avalanche technican on industrial avalanche programs; and recently became a CAA certified Basic Avalanche Educator in January 2024.
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For all other matters or buisness inquires you can reach out to Live4theRush from the information listed below:
Buisness Hours: Monday to Thursday, 10am - 4pm
Email: info.live4therush@gmail.com
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