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2020-10-13A couple of weeks ago I posted about greening our gear habits and today's post is very much in line with that. One of the best ways for...replies0views1403
2020-10-13
2020-10-12This is your reminder that the Patagonia film about public lands in the United States is now live. While it's easy to think that not being an...replies0views1281
2020-10-12
2020-10-12The Mountain Hardwear Phantom Sleeping Bag Giveaway is now closed. Thanks to all who entered, stay tuned for next month's giveaway for a...replies1views14763
2020-11-11
2020-10-11When thunder joins the party, gravitation toward a comfortable seat with a hot cup of tea and Sudoku is a natural phenomenon that can’t...replies0views1096
2020-10-11
2020-10-10As winter approaches it is inevitable that you will start analyzing your gear. Can I get another season out of those socks? Should I re-waterproof...replies0views4001
2020-10-10
2020-10-08Here's a great little short from Scarpa on how to go for a hike in the time of COVID. Most all of the suggestions will work for ski...replies0views1493
2020-10-08
2020-10-07Backcountry enthusiasts rejoice! If you've been dreaming of a Sea to Sky backcountry map, dream no longer. This high-quality,...replies0views1373
2020-10-07
2020-10-06Old-growth forests mean so many things to so many people. Some only see dollar signs, but these landscapes have value far beyond that which...replies0views1527
2020-10-06
2020-10-05You are on Backcountry Skiing Canada, you have heard of Revelstoke and it needs no introduction. The heli-skiing capital of the world, the powder...replies0views1803
2020-10-05
2020-10-03If you look outside you can see that leaves are changing, you can smell it in the air, winter is on its way. But if you’re like me...replies0views1712
2020-10-03
2020-10-02Hours and hours of incredible outdoor films are scheduled to drop this fall, check out the links below for details on this year's biggest...replies0views1068
2020-10-02
2020-10-01While we all focus on our kit for the upcoming ski touring season here in Canada, there's a pre-election rumble south of the border that has...replies1views1029
2020-10-02
2020-09-27As environment and the outdoors hold a special place in many of our hearts, even us non-voting Northern neighbours can share a collaboratively...replies1views1599
2020-09-27
2020-09-26Backcountry skiing is physical; you walk uphill, ski, and repeat, often for hours on end. This is hard work and anyone who has spent a day in the...replies1views1267
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2020-09-24Chances are good that you've heard of the Chic Chocs—a mountain range in the middle of the Gaspé...replies1views2387
2020-09-27
2020-09-23If you've not yet heard of the Spearhead Huts Project, it's time to get in the know. The project aims to bring an accessible...replies1views1069
2020-09-27
2020-09-22As many ski and snowboard operations are making plans for the upcoming winter season, Baldface Lodge has released that it will not...replies1views1360
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2020-09-21It seems painfully obvious, to me at least, that humanity is at a crossroads. Climate change has become our new reality and some of the damage we...replies0views1488
2020-09-21
2020-09-20Not only is it an invaluable resource of maps for backcountry users, Gaia GPS is now offering four new maps that just about anyone can find reason...replies0views1084
2020-09-20
2020-09-19We live in a digital age. Across the globe, ski communities connect through social media and sites like this one. News of building storms travels...replies0views1158
2020-09-19
2020-09-18Colorado is opening its newest ski resort this season, but patrons are going to miss out on an essential Colorado skiing experience: lift lines!...replies0views1049
2020-09-18
2020-09-17Our friends at Patagonia are once again using their reach and influence for the common good. Over the last decade, we have shared various...replies0views1113
2020-09-17
2020-09-16Chile is a place where the mountains meet the ocean, a place that offers the opportunity to ride spines and barrels within days of each...replies0views1171
2020-09-16
2020-09-15After unanimous approval by the board of directors, Mountain Equipment Co-op is to be acquired by Kingswood Capital Management, a...replies0views1185
2020-09-15
2020-09-142020 strikes again. In 2019 the Sea to Sky Gondolas cable was cut causing all of the cabins to fall to the ground halt all operations....replies0views2636
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