AIARE was established in 1998 as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational organization to create an evidence-based avalanche education model for backcountry users with the belief that avalanche education, research, and training can prevent injuries and fatalities. AIARE develops and disseminates research-based avalanche curriculum to over 115 Providers nationwide, as well as in France, Chile, and Argentina, and also offers professional and avalanche instructor training courses.