Ski-Doo Extends Avalanche Safety Program to 18 Years with 35 Free Seminars
Event summary
- Ski-Doo, a BRP Inc. brand, marks 18 years of free Avalanche Awareness Seminars with 35 sessions across Canada and the U.S.
- Over 30,000 snowmobilers have attended the seminars since inception, making it one of the longest-running programs in the industry.
- Backcountry Access (BCA) partners for the ninth consecutive year, providing safety equipment and expertise.
- Seminars feature hands-on training with avalanche transceivers, probes, and shovels, along with classroom instruction.
- Experts like Marshall Dempster and Mike Duffy lead sessions, bringing decades of avalanche forecasting and rescue experience.
The big picture
BRP's long-standing commitment to avalanche safety through Ski-Doo's seminars underscores the critical role of education in high-risk recreational activities. As backcountry snowmobiling grows in popularity, the program's emphasis on shared responsibility and hands-on training aligns with broader industry trends toward proactive risk management. With over 30,000 attendees, the initiative has become a cornerstone of safety culture in the powersports sector.
What we're watching
- Program Expansion
- Whether Ski-Doo can sustain the program's growth while maintaining educational quality.
- Industry Leadership
- How the program's longevity positions BRP as a leader in backcountry safety initiatives.
- Safety Innovation
- The pace at which new technologies and best practices are integrated into the seminar curriculum.