BACKCOUNTRY NEWS AND FORUMS
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Safety Talk
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2019-01-25Though its been 3 weeks, this accident report is worth reading. This incident occurred during an AIARE Level II course and highlights just how...replies0views1934
2019-01-25
2019-01-17Ymir 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,...replies0views1462
2019-01-17
2019-01-06This weeks Avalanche Conditions Report is here and while things may look 'good to go'....recent storm snow and moderate winds have...replies1views1963
2019-01-30
2018-12-28Recent 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...replies0views1841
2018-12-28
2018-12-14Dec 13, 2018, Revelstoke, BC: Avalanche Canada is issuing a Special Public Avalanche Warning for recreational backcountry users, in effect...replies0views1723
2018-12-14
2018-12-09While 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?...replies0views1410
2018-12-09
2018-12-07Know before you go out there this weekend with sunny skies and good skiing to be found at higher elevations and in protected areas its...replies0views1777
2018-12-07
2018-11-30With 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...replies0views1414
2018-11-30
2018-06-23There'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...replies0views4467
2018-06-23
2018-05-12Drinking contaminated water in the backcountry can spell a quick end to your backcountry camping trip. Pathogens can contaminate...replies0views2339
2018-05-12
2018-04-21Spring 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...replies0views2301
2018-04-212018-03-16Hi, 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...replies2views2969
2018-04-02
2018-03-11Per the linked article in Gripped: "Rocky Mountain House Search and Rescue’s mountain rescue team, along with local helicopters and...replies0views2448
2018-03-11
2018-03-10We’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...replies0views2048
2018-03-10
2018-03-02Check out this weeks avalanche conditions report video with Whitewater Ski Resort's Avalanche Forecaster Wren McElroy and find out about...replies0views1912
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2018-02-28Just 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...replies0views1902
2018-02-28
2018-02-23Recent storm snow followed by strong South East winds have created a new variable wind slab in exposed treeline and alpine features. Join...replies0views2080
2018-02-23
2018-02-22Hi, 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...replies5views2886
2018-03-012018-02-08So, 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...replies0views2324
2018-02-08
2018-02-08Avalanche Canada is issuing a Special Public Avalanche Warning for recreational backcountry users, in effect immediately until the end of the day...replies0views2045
2018-02-08
2018-02-02Ministry of Transportation's Senior Avalanche Officer John Buffery joins Whitewater Ski Resort's Avalanche Forecaster Wren...replies0views2251
2018-02-02
2018-01-22Two years ago I wrote an article for The Avalanche Review publication that appeared in the September 2016 issue. See here for...replies0views2399
2018-01-22
2018-01-11Recreational Backcountry Travellers Urged to Avoid Avalanche Terrain Avalanche Canada and Parks Canada are issuing a Special Public Avalanche...replies0views2050
2018-01-11
2017-12-29Snow is forecasted for the next few days and with today’s moderate southerly winds and slightly warmer temperatures provides the perfect...replies0views3168
2017-12-29
2017-12-15Hopefully you like things spicy as the avalanche conditions are about to heat up. With surface hoar lingering and growing up to 7cm in some...replies0views2790
2017-12-15
