IDPR Coordinates Avalanche Awareness Class In Coeur D’Alene (Idaho)
Boise, ID – The Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation (IDPR) will be presenting a snowmobile-centered, basic, avalanche awareness class in Coeur d’Alene on December 17, 2009. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required.
The seminar will be held on Thursday, December 17, from 6-9 p.m. at Specialty Recreation, 772 W Kathleen Avenue, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.
The Coeur d’Alene Snowmobile Club will provide hot dogs and chili.
The field segment of this class will be held at a later date.
“We’re offering a variety of classroom and field sessions this year, to accommodate individuals across the state,” said Rich Gummersall, IDPR Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) Education Coordinator. “With an increase in avalanche related accidents in the state, educating the public has become a priority”.
Classes are limited to 50 participants and will fill up fast. To sign up, please call Marc Hildesheim at (208) 769-1511 before Monday, December 14.
This IDPR sponsored educational seminar is free and is an example of your registration dollars at work.
Visit www.parksandrecreation.idaho.gov for a complete schedule of avalanche awareness classes, snowmobile safety tips and information on where to ride in Idaho.
