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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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    3091
    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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    2806
    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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    2756
    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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    2583
    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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    2548
    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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    2511
    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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    3480
    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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    2590
    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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    3734
    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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    2662
    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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    3298
    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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    2610
    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
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    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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