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      Almost Ablaze Segment
      Almost Ablaze Segment
      2014-12-13
      By ChandraPoz
      This video segment from TGR’s “Almost Ablaze” features Whistler based Nick McNutt showing off his killer skills. Whether...
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      4985
      By ChandraPoz
      2014-12-13
      Afterglow
      Afterglow
      2014-12-06
      By ChandraPoz
      This incredible ski film directed by Nick Waggoner & Mike Brown will actually blow your mind. Starring Pep Fujas, Eric Hjorleifson, Chris...
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      2464
      By ChandraPoz
      2014-12-06
      Skiing in Banff National Park
      Skiing in Banff National Park
      2014-11-29
      By ChandraPoz
      Check 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...
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      2637
      By ChandraPoz
      2014-11-29
      Nov in the Monashees
      Nov in the Monashees
      2014-11-25
      By Sol Mountain Lodge
      Just 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...
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      2855
      By Chasing snowflakes
      2014-11-26
      Late - Salomon Freeski TV S8 E04
      Late - Salomon Freeski TV S8 E04
      2014-11-22
      By ChandraPoz
      Mike 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...
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      2404
      By ChandraPoz
      2014-11-22
      Enjoy the Shoulder Season at Pilot Bay
      Enjoy the Shoulder Season at Pilot Bay
      2014-11-18
      By emilyanthem
      This 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...
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      2091
      By emilyanthem
      2014-11-18
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      \"Travis Rice and the History of Baldface\"
      2014-11-15
      By ChandraPoz
      World renowned snowboarders Travis Rice, Mark McMorris and Erik Jackson talk about their experiences at Nelson BC’s Baldface lodge. In...
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      2836
      By ChandraPoz
      2014-11-15
      Backcountry skiing near Kelowna
      2014-11-14
      By abbey keene
      I 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...
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      13310
      By Chasing snowflakes
      2014-11-17
      Backcountry Skiing Video
      Backcountry Skiing Video
      2014-11-08
      By ChandraPoz
      If 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...
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      2512
      By ChandraPoz
      2014-11-08
      Hoping for a hut trip in the Kootenays -- ideas?
      2014-11-03
      By ejaeger
      A 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 --...
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      2126
      By ejaeger
      2014-11-03
      The Perfect Fall Day: Paddling Kootenay Lake
      The Perfect Fall Day: Paddling Kootenay Lake
      2014-11-03
      By emilyanthem
      After a beautiful drive from the Coast under sunny skies, I found myself on Kootenay Lake, paddle in hand yesterday, enjoying this...
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      2293
      By emilyanthem
      2014-11-03
      Snowshoeing
      Snowshoeing
      2014-11-01
      By ChandraPoz
      Well, 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...
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      2634
      By ChandraPoz
      2014-11-01
      Lucifer Peak
      Lucifer Peak
      2014-10-25
      By ChandraPoz
      Lucifer 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...
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      5018
      By ChandraPoz
      2014-10-25
      Ski Touring around New Denver
      Ski Touring around New Denver
      2014-10-19
      By ymir
      In addition to our ski touring adventures from the Ymir Backcountry Ski Lodge we are also offering accommodation and ski touring services from our...
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      3973
      By ymir
      2014-10-19
      Old Growth Forest
      Old Growth Forest
      2014-10-18
      By ChandraPoz
      Taking 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...
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      3858
      By ChandraPoz
      2014-10-18
      Summer Review, with Photos!
      Summer Review, with Photos!
      2014-10-10
      By Mike
      The 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...
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      2531
      By Mike
      2014-10-10
      Gwillim Lake
      Gwillim Lake
      2014-09-27
      By ChandraPoz
      It’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...
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      3044
      By ChandraPoz
      2014-09-27
      Monica Meadows
      Monica Meadows
      2014-09-20
      By ChandraPoz
      Monica Meadows is a wonderful hike that offers unbeatable views with little effort. The service road leading to the trailhead gets quite rough...
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      3020
      By ChandraPoz
      2014-09-20
      The Keyhole
      The Keyhole
      2014-09-06
      By ChandraPoz
      If you’re looking to spice up your hiking itinerary this Summer, try The Keyhole while in Kokanee Glacier park. It’s rated as...
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      6617
      By ChandraPoz
      2014-09-06
      Idaho Peak
      Idaho Peak
      2014-08-30
      By ChandraPoz
      Idaho 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...
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      5578
      By ChandraPoz
      2014-08-30
      Kootenay Columbia Summit
      Kootenay Columbia Summit
      2014-08-16
      By ChandraPoz
      Having 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...
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      2822
      By ChandraPoz
      2014-08-16
      Stormy Weather
      Stormy Weather
      2014-08-09
      By ChandraPoz
      Having access to a boat makes for fantastic adventures, but when you hear thunder rolling in with dark clouds and wind, it’s best to...
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      2432
      By ChandraPoz
      2014-08-09
      Kokanee Glacier
      Kokanee Glacier
      2014-08-06
      By ChandraPoz
      Kokanee Glacier park has a ton of beautiful hiking trails ranging from easy to advanced difficulties. Recently I trekked up to the first lake,...
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      2985
      By ChandraPoz
      2014-08-06
      Gimli Ridge Peak
      Gimli Ridge Peak
      2014-07-26
      By ChandraPoz
      Hiking to the peak of Gimli Ridge is really quite the experience. There’s steep snow trekking, rock scrambling and many points where the...
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      2934
      By ChandraPoz
      2014-07-26
      Gimli Ridge
      Gimli Ridge
      2014-07-19
      By ChandraPoz
      The snow has finally melted enough that you can access the Gimli Ridge trail in the Valhallas. You’ll want a high clearance vehicle, good ...
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      4534
      By ChandraPoz
      2014-07-19
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