Freeride Festival Flims Laax: Talk explosive avalanche control

Nick Amrein gives you a fascinating insight into the world of avalanche blasting and shows you how professionals use targeted measures to control dangerous masses of snow. You will learn about the technology behind it, when blasting makes sense and how it helps to defuse risk areas.

Nick explains the blasting process, the necessary equipment and what is important in terms of planning, timing and safety distances. This will give you a feel for how complex and responsible this work is - and why it is an important part of avalanche prevention.

This talk is part of the Freeride Festival Flims Laax—an event that brings together deep powder, creativity, and alpine adventure in a unique format. Throughout the first week of March, riders, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts come together to celebrate the diversity of freeriding, with contests, workshops, a testival, and inspiring encounters both on the mountain and in the valley.
More information about the Freeride Festival can be found on our website.
https://www.flimslaax.com/events/freeride-festival-flims-laax