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      Ski partners in Nelson area.
      2011-11-29
      By John m
      I'm a Brit who spent last winter in Nelson so I know the backcountry there prity well, previous seasons else where in bc. I have every day...
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      By sal
      2012-08-25
      Strong Partners for Nelson and Rossland Area
      2011-11-18
      By yan
      I'm looking for advanced/expert skiers and/or splitboarders to spend time in the backcountry. I am new to Nelson, but already familiar with...
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      2670
      By cam.a.c
      2011-12-23
      Touring buddy in the Vancouver area
      2011-10-23
      By AndrewJ
      I'm looking for touring buddies based out of or near Vancouver.  I currently have AST1 and I will be taking AST2 at the start of December...
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      2622
      By Alan
      2011-12-12
      Touring company Kootenay Pass (anytime in March)
      Touring company Kootenay Pass (anytime in March)
      2011-03-13
      By CeciliaW
      Hi, We're two Swedes looking to discover Kootenay Pass. We have AST1 but not a whole lot of backcountry experience (one trip to Barret Lake,...
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      2460
      By CeciliaW
      2011-03-13
      Skiing Kootaney Pass the week of Feb 14-18
      Skiing Kootaney Pass the week of Feb 14-18
      2011-02-10
      By jgfache
      Hi guys,  I am from Moyie BC,  and coming home for reading break, was wondering if anyone might be going for a tour the week of...
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      2430
      By jgfache
      2011-02-10
      Rossland based, seeking touring buddies
      Rossland based, seeking touring buddies
      2011-02-02
      By nhenderson
      I am new to Rossland, here from New Zealand and looking for people to do day or overnight touring missions with.  Have avy 1 & first aid...
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      2380
      By JeffC
      2011-02-05
      Touring buddy in Nelson area
      Touring buddy in Nelson area
      2011-01-22
      By Steveski
      Looking for someone whos into longer day tours (peak baggin)  in the Nelson/Kooteanys area.  I have lots of avi training and a...
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      3351
      By ELLA
      2012-02-06
      Tag Along [Rogers Pass/Rockies]
      Tag Along [Rogers Pass/Rockies]
      2010-12-25
      By blokie
      I'm new to touring and don't really know anyone to ski with.   I guess a little bio first would be appropriate.  ...
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      By blokie
      2010-12-25
      Ski Partner Wanted [Nelson]
      Ski Partner Wanted [Nelson]
      2010-12-20
      By johnm
      Howdy, Looking for someone to ski backcountry with. I'm an Aussie that's spending the season here in Nelson. Happy to ski just about...
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      3578
      By ELLA
      2012-02-06
      Squamish Telepunk looking for freeheel comrades
      Squamish Telepunk looking for freeheel comrades
      2010-11-17
      By BackCountryPunk
      Hey hey, I'm looking for some more freeheel troops in & around the sea to sky area.I've been based out of Squamish for the last...
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      By BackCountryPunk
      2010-11-17
      Ski Touring Guiding, SMG Local's List
      Ski Touring Guiding, SMG Local's List
      2010-11-12
      By Summit Mountain Guides
      Looking for ski touring or snow boarding partners to get into the backcountry with? Ski with a group and a professional ski guide and discover the...
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      By Summit Mountain Guides
      2010-12-14
      Family Hut Trip Mar 20-27 2011 needs families
      Family Hut Trip Mar 20-27 2011 needs families
      2010-08-27
      By Dan Fedder
      Hi There. I  am trying to get the word out to families with kids (age 5 and up) about a week of ski touring(adults and older kids) and fun in...
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      2493
      By Dan Fedder
      2010-08-27
      PARTNERS FOR BACKCOUNTRY IN WHITEWATER
      PARTNERS FOR BACKCOUNTRY IN WHITEWATER
      2010-02-26
      By
      Two experienced backcountry telemarkers searching for partners for backcountry day trips in WH2O for february 13Th to february 20Th
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      2010-02-26
      PARTNERS FOR BACKCOUNTRY IN WHITEWATER
      PARTNERS FOR BACKCOUNTRY IN WHITEWATER
      2010-02-26
      By
      Hey M. Weasel. Send me a PM when you hit town. I might be up for a tour or at least we can talk about where to go.
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