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Interior Mountains
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2014-12-13This video segment from TGR’s “Almost Ablaze” features Whistler based Nick McNutt showing off his killer skills. Whether...replies0views5143
2014-12-13
2014-12-06This incredible ski film directed by Nick Waggoner & Mike Brown will actually blow your mind. Starring Pep Fujas, Eric Hjorleifson, Chris...replies0views2590
2014-12-06
2014-11-29Check out this short video to learn why Banff National Park, Alberta is such a wonderful place to ski. You’ve got three awesome ski resorts...replies0views2792
2014-11-29
2014-11-25Just opened Sol Mountain Lodge. Below average snowpack of 125 cm when we arrived Nov 22. 100 cm of new snow since then, now 170 cm...replies1views3001
2014-11-26
2014-11-22Mike Douglas, Chris Rubens, Stan Rey, Mark Abma and Cody Townsend show us some sweet tricks and good times up in the snowy mountains of British...replies0views2528
2014-11-22
2014-11-18This is a great hike for November. With the perfect sunny exposure, it stays snow free long after other trails get icy. The mandatory ferry ride...replies0views2225
2014-11-18
2014-11-15World renowned snowboarders Travis Rice, Mark McMorris and Erik Jackson talk about their experiences at Nelson BC’s Baldface lodge. In...replies0views2995
2014-11-152014-11-14I am from Bozeman, MT and am visiting BC for the first time late January 2015. Does anyone know of any backcountry skiing access near Kelowna or...replies4views13715
2014-11-17
2014-11-08If you’re not already super pumped for the ski season, check out this sweet little video made by Fraser Kinnear to the song "Radioactive" by...replies0views2673
2014-11-082014-11-03A friend and I would like to hit the backcountry this coming long weekend, preferably around a hut in the area. We're based out of Rossland --...replies0views2253
2014-11-03
2014-11-03After a beautiful drive from the Coast under sunny skies, I found myself on Kootenay Lake, paddle in hand yesterday, enjoying this...replies0views2459
2014-11-03
2014-11-01Well, it’s that time of year again! The snow’s starting to settle on the mountain peaks and boy are the nights getting cold. Just...replies0views2759
2014-11-01
2014-10-25Lucifer Peak is at an impressive 7,831 feet. Found in the Valhalla Provincial Park just above Gwillim lake, the trail to reach it is rated as...replies0views5275
2014-10-25
2014-10-19In addition to our ski touring adventures from the Ymir Backcountry Ski Lodge we are also offering accommodation and ski touring services from our...replies0views4119
2014-10-19
2014-10-18Taking a walk through an old growth forest is a wonderful way to unwind and get back in touch with nature. There's this sense of wisdom and...replies0views4004
2014-10-18
2014-10-10The summer was great, got to check out a bunch of new spots and enjoy some time outside, below is a short sample: _ May – Edge of the...replies2views2675
2014-10-10
2014-09-27It’s tough to beat a clear starry night spent atop some of the most beautiful mountains in the world. Gwillim Lake has been an all time...replies0views3207
2014-09-27
2014-09-20Monica Meadows is a wonderful hike that offers unbeatable views with little effort. The service road leading to the trailhead gets quite rough...replies0views3197
2014-09-20
2014-09-06If you’re looking to spice up your hiking itinerary this Summer, try The Keyhole while in Kokanee Glacier park. It’s rated as...replies0views6826
2014-09-06
2014-08-30Idaho peak is located just above the old mining town of Sandon, about 8km past New Denver. You drive up a 2WD dirt road for 12 km until you reach...replies0views5740
2014-08-30
2014-08-16Having never hiked in Rossland, I tried out a quick little trail up Kootenay Columbia Summit. It’s only 4km and takes about 2 hours total...replies0views2973
2014-08-16
2014-08-09Having access to a boat makes for fantastic adventures, but when you hear thunder rolling in with dark clouds and wind, it’s best to...replies0views2559
2014-08-09
2014-08-06Kokanee Glacier park has a ton of beautiful hiking trails ranging from easy to advanced difficulties. Recently I trekked up to the first lake,...replies0views3145
2014-08-06
2014-07-26Hiking to the peak of Gimli Ridge is really quite the experience. There’s steep snow trekking, rock scrambling and many points where the...replies0views3132
2014-07-26
2014-07-19The snow has finally melted enough that you can access the Gimli Ridge trail in the Valhallas. You’ll want a high clearance vehicle, good ...replies0views4720
2014-07-19