Driven Riding Schools

Rich's Montana Guest Ranch in Seeley Lake, MT

january 29th – 31st, 2023

AIARE 1

AIARE 1 Avalanche Certificate Course

The AIARE 1 is a three-day / 24-hour introduction to avalanche hazard management. Students can expect to develop a good grounding in how to prepare for and carry out a backcountry trip, to understand basic decision making while in the field, and to learn rescue techniques required to find and dig up a buried person (if an avalanche occurs and someone in the party is caught). Course starts at 8 a.m. M.T. daily in Seeley Lake, MT at Rich Ranch.


Schedule:
Sunday, January 29th ~ AIARE 1
Monday, January 30th ~ AIARE 1
Tuesday, January 31st ~ AIARE 1

january 30th – 31st, 2023

Backcountry Riding Mechanics

Backcountry Riding Mechanics Course

Train with 3 pros in the snowmobile industry and learn how to maneuver your snowmobile off trail in deep snow, tight trees and steep hills; advancing your rider position skills feeling more confident in the backcountry. Learn to use your snowmobile to your advantage and push your boundaries, whether that means getting your sled on edge or traversing steep terrain. Our instructors can't wait to provide you tips and tricks on sled setup and riding; while learning group management techniques such as beacon checks, central home base and communication. This course will provide daily guides and daily on snow training.
Schedule:
Monday, January 30th ~ Backcountry Mechanics
Tuesday, January 31st ~ Backcountry Mechanics

february 1st, 2023

aiare rescue

AIARE Avalanche Certificate Course

AIARE Avalanche Rescue is a one-day stand alone course that is intended to be retaken on a regular basis in order to keep abreast of best practices in rescue techniques and gear. New participants will learn the basics of companion rescue, while returning participants will expand their skill set with advanced topics and realistic scenario practice to help improve their skills. Each participant will have the opportunity to receive professional coaching on their rescue skills, and will receive a rescue card acknowledging the completion date. AIARE Avalanche Rescue is a prerequisite for the AIARE 2 and Pro 1 courses. AIARE recommends that all backcountry travelers keep their skills current by taking an Avalanche Rescue course and receiving a rescue card at least every other year. Course starts at 8 a.m. M.T in Seeley Lake, MT at Rich Ranch.
Schedule:
Wednesday, February 1st ~ AIARE Rescue

february 1st, 2023

S.A.F.E.R.

S.A.F.E.R. Certificate Course

S - Snowmobilers

A - Approach to

F - First Aid

E - Emergency

R - Response 

A Post Avalanche clinic geared for the Backcountry Snowmobiler wanting to learn the basics in first aid and life saving techniques during a traumatic injury.  

Topics include trauma assessment and triage, helmet removal and cervical spine stabilization, proper 1 and 2 person CPR with the use of respirations, stop the bleed with use of direct pressure, hemostatic agents and tourniquets, proper MAYDAY radio communication and use of technology to alert first responders to location, packaging victim for transport and avoiding hypothermia, typical trauma injuries in the Backcountry and how to manage. Clinic will be held inside classroom to practice life saving techniques and in the field to put it all together with trauma CPR dummies.  Course starts at 8 a.m. M.T in Seeley Lake, MT at Rich Ranch.
Schedule:
Wednesday, February 1st ~ S.A.F.E.R.

february 2nd - 3rd, 2023

BACKCOUNTRY RIDING MECHANICS

Backcountry Riding Mechanics Course

Train with 3 pros in the snowmobile industry and learn how to maneuver your snowmobile off trail in deep snow, tight trees and steep hills; advancing your rider position skills feeling more confident in the backcountry. Learn to use your snowmobile to your advantage and push your boundaries, whether that means getting your sled on edge or traversing steep terrain. Our instructors can't wait to provide you tips and tricks on sled setup and riding; while learning group management techniques such as beacon checks, central home base and communication. This course will provide daily guides and daily on snow training.
Schedule:
Thursday, February 2nd ~ Backcountry Mechanics
Friday, February 3rd ~ Backcountry Mechanics

february 2nd - 4th, 2023

AIARE 2

AIARE 2 Avalanche Certificate Course

The AIARE 2 is a three-day/24-hour course that provides backcountry travelers an opportunity to advance their decision making skills in more complicated situations such as being a leader within a small travel group, traveling in more complicated terrain, and/or developing a travel plan where resources are scarce. The AIARE 2 builds on the introductory avalanche hazard management model introduced in the AIARE 1 and adds to it the evaluation of critical hazard assessment factors. Students will describe and discuss weather, snowpack and avalanche processes, and identify how these processes relate to observations and travel within avalanche terrain. Course starts at 8 a.m. M.T. daily in Seeley Lake, MT at Rich Ranch. Prerequisites for the course are AIARE 1 and Rescue.
Schedule:
Thursday, February 2nd ~ AIARE 2
Friday, February 3rd ~ AIARE 2
Saturday, February 4th ~ AIARE 2

"Truly an awesome team."

Multi-day Packages

Want to join multiple courses; enjoy one of these outstanding packages created just for you! Payment plans are available for packages by contacting Keri at 701-220-5829.

Lodging Information:

Rich’s Montana Guest Ranch
www.richranch.com
406-677-2317

All lodging arrangements are made through Driven. The Driven School is an all-inclusive event partnered with Rich’s Montana Guest Ranch; a Full Service lodge offering off the beaten path cozy lodging and home cooked meals.  All you need to do is sit back and enjoy what they have to offer and let us help you perfect your backcountry snowmobile skills!

Lodging FAQ’s:

  • Rich’s Montana Guest Ranch is a Dude Ranch; featuring lots of animals on site. Because of the excitement this may cause for other animals, pets are not welcome.
  • The lodging includes 5 cabins featuring 20 beds; we do our best to accommodate groups but you maybe bunked with someone you may not know.
  • WIFI is offered in the main lodge.
  • 3 meals a day are included with your registration. Lunch will be on the snow; you will pack a sack lunch after breakfast to take with you for the day.
  • Breakfast will be served at 7 a.m. M.T. and supper at 6 p.m. daily unless otherwise announced.
  • Snowmobile rentals are available.
Offsite lodging is available upon request. Please contact Keri at 701-220-5829 to book.

Permitting:

Driven is an equal opportunity employer. This event is brought to you in partnership with Rich Ranch, LLC and permitted by the U.S. Government Seeley Lake Ranger District.

Disclaimers:

  • Please note the event is held rain or shine, due to US Forest Service permitting we are unable to move the event dates.  Trust us, no matter the conditions you will reach your goals from taking this clinic.
  • Deposits/payments are non-refundable. We understand unforeseen things arise, causing a disruption in travel plans. If cancellation is required, payments will be deferred to the following season.
  • Payment plans are available.
  • Montana Trail Permit required and can be purchased at Rich Ranch.
  • Fuel is not available at Rich’s Montana Guest Ranch. Fuel can be purchased in Seeley Lake.

It was truly the experience of a life time.

I’ve done sled trips, avalanche 1 classes and next level riding clinics but to put all that together in one action packed week, was a dream come true. The accommodations were over the top. When we first met the team at Rich Ranch they said they wanted us to feel like we were at home. They did make me feel like at home. The entire team, from kitchen staff to the barn help to the guides to the owners, they all had smiles and all seemed to enjoy having us there. The instruction team was top notch. I was able to capture about 45 minutes of Craig’s time on the snow and he was awesome. I also got about the same amount of time with Cameron and he was awesome. He took the time to explain and demonstrate. Again, truly top notch. Karl and Shannon-AWESOME is the only word to describe them. They are a great team and yet were able to make me feel completely at ease with either of them leading our group. They all pulled and pulled and pulled getting everyone unstuck. Truly an awesome team. Brian and Mike are a great team. They both are extremely knowledgeable and complement each other very well. Mike is more detailed and Brian has the ability to make it all flow together and very easy to understand. Tharin H. ~ Sequim, WA