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    Recent Accident Shows Colorado's Persistent Slab Problem is Sinister as Ever
    Recent Accident Shows Colorado's Persistent Slab Problem is Sinister as Ever
    2019-01-25
    By Sarah Jakober
    Though its been 3 weeks, this accident report is worth reading. This incident occurred during an AIARE Level II course and highlights just how...
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    By Sarah Jakober
    2019-01-25
    Six-day AIARE 2 in Canada, with Colin Zacharias (March 2-8)
    Six-day AIARE 2 in Canada, with Colin Zacharias (March 2-8)
    2019-01-17
    By Robert Coppolillo
    Ymir Lodge! Here's the chance to make a quantum leap in your avalanche decision-making and skill---a six-day backcountry binge at Ymir Lodge,...
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    606
    By Robert Coppolillo
    2019-01-17
    Avalanche Conditions Report - VIDEO
    Avalanche Conditions Report - VIDEO
    2019-01-06
    By admin
    This weeks Avalanche Conditions Report is here and while things may look 'good to go'....recent storm snow and moderate winds have...
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    1038
    By Luke Wilson
    2019-01-30
    Avalanche Conditions Report VIDEO
    Avalanche Conditions Report VIDEO
    2018-12-28
    By admin
    Recent storm snow totals from last week of up to 70cm of snow have set up some great skiing but there are still a few layers of concern in...
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    753
    By admin
    2018-12-28
    Avalanche Canada's Special Public Avalanche Warning
    Avalanche Canada's Special Public Avalanche Warning
    2018-12-14
    By admin
    Dec 13, 2018, Revelstoke, BC: Avalanche Canada is issuing a Special Public Avalanche Warning for recreational backcountry users, in effect...
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    834
    By admin
    2018-12-14
    Know Before You Go VIDEO
    Know Before You Go VIDEO
    2018-12-09
    By admin
    While we're all waiting for the next pow cycle to hit how about spending some time getting that rusty avalanche safety knowledge up to speed?...
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    662
    By admin
    2018-12-09
    Avalanche Conditions Report VIDEO
    Avalanche Conditions Report VIDEO
    2018-12-07
    By admin
    Know before you go out there this weekend with sunny skies and good skiing to be found at higher elevations and in protected areas its...
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    753
    By admin
    2018-12-07
    Avalanche Conditions Report Video
    Avalanche Conditions Report Video
    2018-11-30
    By admin
    With tomorrow being the first day of December we can officially say it's now winter. Even though this is not the typical huge start we...
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    745
    By admin
    2018-11-30
    New Ski Helmet Study: Helmets reduce minor head injuries but not major ones
    New Ski Helmet Study: Helmets reduce minor head injuries but not major ones
    2018-06-23
    By admin
    There's a new study out and the data on head injuries shows that there is an increased use of helmets by skiers and boarders which has reduced...
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    3371
    By admin
    2018-06-23
    Stay healthy in the backcountry by knowing these Water Treatment Basics
    Stay healthy in the backcountry by knowing these Water Treatment Basics
    2018-05-12
    By admin
    Drinking contaminated water in the backcountry can spell a quick end to your backcountry camping trip. Pathogens can contaminate...
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    1493
    By admin
    2018-05-12
    Spring Avalanche Hazard
    Spring Avalanche Hazard
    2018-04-21
    By Chasing snowflakes
    Spring has been delayed this season but its inevitable arrival is just around the corner. In most places, we are still are still dealing with a...
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    By Chasing snowflakes
    2018-04-21
    Do I need an official AIARE or AST level 1 course?
    2018-03-16
    By Eugene Miretsky
    Hi, We are looking to get into backcountry skiing, and want to take a course to learn the safty basics (we live in Toronto). We found a place in...
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    1568
    By one4adventure
    2018-04-02
    Four Ice Climbers Caught in 'Kitty Hawk' Avalanche
    Four Ice Climbers Caught in 'Kitty Hawk' Avalanche
    2018-03-11
    By Bushwhacker
    Per the linked article in Gripped: "Rocky Mountain House Search and Rescue’s mountain rescue team, along with local helicopters and...
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    1660
    By Bushwhacker
    2018-03-11
    Rapid warming expected to increase avalanche danger this weekend and into next week
    Rapid warming expected to increase avalanche danger this weekend and into next week
    2018-03-10
    By admin
    We’re about to enter a period of intense warming. What’s more, this is the first real warm up of the season, and we know from...
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    1307
    By admin
    2018-03-10
    Avalanche Conditions Report 5: When the wind blows
    Avalanche Conditions Report 5: When the wind blows
    2018-03-02
    By admin
    Check out this weeks avalanche conditions report video with Whitewater Ski Resort's Avalanche Forecaster Wren McElroy and find out about...
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    1163
    By admin
    2018-03-02
    Notifying Japan Police about Backcountry Plans on the Web
    Notifying Japan Police about Backcountry Plans on the Web
    2018-02-28
    By Rob Thomson
    Just a heads up if you are heading to Japan.... Notifying police in Japan about your backcountry plans is super easy. It can be done online, in...
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    1195
    By Rob Thomson
    2018-02-28
    Avalanche Conditions Report VIDEO
    Avalanche Conditions Report VIDEO
    2018-02-23
    By admin
    Recent storm snow followed by strong South East winds have created a new variable wind slab in exposed treeline and alpine features. Join...
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    1281
    By admin
    2018-02-23
    Adventurer
    Adventurer
    2018-02-22
    By Thomas Beakbane
    Hi, please help resolve a heated discussion I was having with a back country partner about the best route through an open glade, like the one in...
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    1777
    By amanda Handerson
    2018-03-01
    Where do you go when Avy danger is high
    2018-02-08
    By Ryan Koss
    So, as we have all seen, theres been alot of high danger out there. Where does everyone go when things are too risky? Anyone willing to share...
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    1350
    By Ryan Koss
    2018-02-08
    Special Public Avalanche Warning Feb 8-12
    Special Public Avalanche Warning Feb 8-12
    2018-02-08
    By Avalanche Canada
    Avalanche Canada is issuing a Special Public Avalanche Warning for recreational backcountry users, in effect immediately until the end of the day...
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    1254
    By Avalanche Canada
    2018-02-08
    Avalanche Conditions Video Report - not so lovey-dovey
    Avalanche Conditions Video Report - not so lovey-dovey
    2018-02-02
    By admin
    Ministry of Transportation's Senior Avalanche Officer John Buffery joins Whitewater Ski Resort's Avalanche Forecaster Wren...
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    1358
    By admin
    2018-02-02
    D'BEST goes D'BEAST
    D'BEST goes D'BEAST
    2018-01-22
    By
    Two years ago I wrote an article for The Avalanche Review publication that appeared in the September 2016 issue. See here for...
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    0
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    1449
    By
    2018-01-22
    Special Public Avalanche Warning for BC Interior Ranges
    Special Public Avalanche Warning for BC Interior Ranges
    2018-01-11
    By Avalanche Canada
    Recreational Backcountry Travellers Urged to Avoid Avalanche Terrain Avalanche Canada and Parks Canada are issuing a Special Public Avalanche...
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    0
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    1374
    By Avalanche Canada
    2018-01-11
    Avalanche Conditions Video Report - Things are a changin’
    Avalanche Conditions Video Report - Things are a changin’
    2017-12-29
    By admin
    Snow is forecasted for the next few days and with today’s moderate southerly winds and slightly warmer temperatures provides the perfect...
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    2145
    By admin
    2017-12-29
    Avalanche Conditions Report: Massive Surface Hoar - VIDEO
    Avalanche Conditions Report: Massive Surface Hoar - VIDEO
    2017-12-15
    By admin
    Hopefully you like things spicy as the avalanche conditions are about to heat up. With surface hoar lingering and growing up to 7cm in some...
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    2056
    By admin
    2017-12-15
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