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2019-01-25
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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2019-01-17
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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2019-01-06
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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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Luke Wilson
2019-01-30
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2018-12-28
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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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2018-12-28
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2018-12-14
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Dec 13, 2018, Revelstoke, BC: Avalanche Canada is issuing a Special Public Avalanche Warning for recreational backcountry users, in effect...
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2018-12-14
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2018-12-09
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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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2018-12-09
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2018-12-07
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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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2018-12-07
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2018-11-30
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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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2018-11-30
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2018-06-23
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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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2018-06-23
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2018-05-12
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admin
Drinking contaminated water in the backcountry can spell a quick end to your backcountry camping trip. Pathogens can contaminate...
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2018-05-12
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2018-04-21
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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2018-03-16
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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2018-03-11
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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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Bushwhacker
2018-03-11
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2018-03-10
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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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2018-03-10
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2018-03-02
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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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2018-03-02
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2018-02-28
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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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Rob Thomson
2018-02-28
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2018-02-23
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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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2018-02-23
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2018-02-22
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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2018-02-08
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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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Ryan Koss
2018-02-08
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2018-02-08
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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2018-02-02
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Ministry of Transportation's Senior Avalanche Officer John Buffery joins Whitewater Ski Resort's Avalanche Forecaster Wren...
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2018-02-02
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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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2018-01-11
Recreational Backcountry Travellers Urged to Avoid Avalanche Terrain
Avalanche Canada and Parks Canada are issuing a Special Public Avalanche...
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2017-12-29
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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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2017-12-29
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2017-12-15
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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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2017-12-15
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