Field Book
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Field Book
415 North Lake Boulevard
415 North Lake Boulevard
Tahoe City CA 96145
United States
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Shipping & Returns
- Items ship in 3 days or less.
- We do not ship anywhere outside of the contiguous US.
- 10 day return policy. Free return shipping.
- Items must be unused, and in their original packaging with tags to be eligible for return or exchange.
- There are no returns on sale items.
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Features
The Backcountry Decision-Making Guide Field Book is an essential snow study tool. Rain or shine….collect your data and stay informed while in the backcountry.
This brand new version of the AIARE “blue book" has been redesigned to fit the new Pro/Rec class format in North America. Developed by the American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education (AIARE) to meet the American Avalanche Association (A3) SWAG standards. Printed on water-resistant paper.
- Includes: AIARE Communication Checklist | AIARE Decision Making Framework |AIARE Observations Reference | 50 format pages for entering trip plans, field observations, and snow profiles to make educated decisions while in the backcountry.
- Weight: 3.2 ounces / 90 g.
- Dimensions: 7 x 4.5 in / 17.5 x 11.5 cm.
- Material: Water-resistant paper.
Technical Specs
Shipping & Returns
We offer free shipping on orders over $100. Most orders ship within 3 days or less.
Returns are accepted within 10 days of purchase, or within 10 days of receiving your online order. Items must be unused, with original tags attached and in original packaging.
Sale items, climbing and mountaineering gear, avalanche safety equipment, and demo gear are final sale and not eligible for return.
Need help? Email info@alpenglowsports.com or call (530) 583-6917.
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AI FAQs
AI generated FAQs about the Field Book
What can this tool actually tell me about avalanche risk that I need to know?
The Field Book provides an AIARE Communication Checklist, Decision Making Framework, Observations Reference, and 50 formatted pages for trip plans, field observations, and snow profiles. You can use these records and references to support educated decisions while traveling in the backcountry.
Will this tool work for the type of snow conditions where I ski or ride?
The Field Book uses water-resistant paper for collecting backcountry data rain or shine. Its weather-resistant pages help you keep trip plans, field observations, and snow profiles on paper during wet outings.
How does this tool hold up in cold, wet conditions?
The Field Book is printed on water-resistant paper for rain-or-shine backcountry use. You can collect and record field data on its pages during wet conditions.
How heavy is this, and will it fit in my pack without taking up too much space?
The Field Book weighs 3.2 ounces (90 g) and measures 7 by 4.5 inches (17.5 by 11.5 cm). You can carry its small-format pages in your backcountry pack for trip planning and field documentation.
What makes this tool different from other snow study tools I might buy?
This Field Book is redesigned for the North American Pro/Rec class format and was developed by AIARE to meet American Avalanche Association SWAG standards. It combines an AIARE Communication Checklist, Decision Making Framework, Observations Reference, and 50 field-documentation pages in one water-resistant book.