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Safety Talk
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2014-01-02This is the latest from the CAC blog, something worth readung and taking VERY seriously.... I hope I’m wrong but I think I’m seeing a...replies0views2135
2014-01-022013-11-29I got great training in methods to deal with the challenges involved in mountaineering from Mountaineering School Canmore. I have signed up...replies2views2191
2013-11-29
2013-11-28Nov 28, 2013, Revelstoke, BC: In the high-octane world of mountain snowmobiling, it takes a lot to get the attention of riders. Images of...replies0views2175
2013-11-28
2013-11-16John Buffery is a mountain guide, avalache officer and long time local in Nelson, BC. With such a high quality of backcountry terrain in the...replies0views2857
2013-11-16
2013-11-11Someone (Johnny P.) posted this on our FB site and I thought it was good enough to share with you, site visitors. The human factor is being...replies3views2786
2013-11-13
2013-11-09Bruce Temper is always keeping us informed from the Utah Avalache Center. Check out one of his latest posts on SnowBrains:...replies0views2450
2013-11-09
2013-11-04Good Monday Morning. Here's an interesting video put out by the UAC. It seems like avalanche orgs are getting smart and teaching through...replies0views1859
2013-11-04
2013-10-26No matter how knowledgeable & safe you are in the backcountry you should continue to maintain and develop new skills. Avalanche safety...replies0views2973
2013-10-26
2013-10-18As winter fast approaches with fresh snow on the mountain tops our thoughts rightly start to drift to our winter gear. Is this the new year for...replies0views2222
2013-10-182013-09-19I'm an amateur skier and I recently completed a basic backcountry skiing course in Canmore. It has been recommended that I also take an...replies4views2558
2014-03-26
2013-08-05I have been getting some flack lately from friends/family who spend little time with me in the mountains. They prefer the "safety nets" of...replies0views2187
2013-08-05
2013-04-25The Colorado Avalanche Information Center published their official report on Saturday's deadly slide. There has been a lot of conjecture on...replies0views2262
2013-04-252013-02-08A “Heads-Up” from the Canadian Avalanche Centre for BC’s Family Day Weekend Backcountry recreationists...replies0views1714
2013-02-08
2013-01-10We took the Canadian Avalanche Centre-approved AST 1 course with Summit Mountain Guides a few weeks back and we'd like to tell you about it....replies0views2774
2013-01-102013-01-08Why does hardly anyone have a rescue sled? I have my feet in the snow almost everyday for work or recreation. I see, many people now a days...replies1views2441
2013-01-082013-01-07Just wanted to share a recommendation if you are looking at taking an in depth first aid course. I took the 80 hour Wilderness First Responder...replies0views2056
2013-01-07
2012-12-27Just in case you missed this, you should definitely take a look. It's a remarkably comprehensive article (with still pictures, videos,...replies2views3481
2012-12-282012-11-29Hey everyone. Im new to this and ski out of blue mountain, not a big hill but it works. I've found when I'm out for a...replies0views1976
2012-11-29
2012-11-17It's the time of year to start honing avalanche rescue skills. Shovelling is the most time consuming part of an effective rescue. This great...replies1views3334
2012-11-26
2012-10-24Not skiing or boarding, but the abundance of early snow this year also means early avalanche risk. This from The Province: STEWART —...replies0views1884
2012-10-24
2012-10-17This image says so much and is a great reminder of the dangers of a Cornice when out in the backcountry this coming season. The Canadian...replies0views9242
2012-10-172012-10-12Hey! I thought I should share... The Canadian Avalanche Centre is hosting some workshops in November... some are free and some are...replies0views1762
2012-10-12
2012-10-11Just a heads up that Mammut has a new blog up on safety. And I quote: "the forum was created to support users in getting the most out of their ...replies0views2072
2012-10-11
2012-09-23Level 2 Avy + Ski/Snowboard Mountaineering Course In Kyrgyzstan – February 24-March 2, 2013 40 Tribes Backcountry announces an...replies0views2037
2012-09-23
2012-09-10If you own a Snowpulse Airbag have a read below as it seems some of their older cartridges are being recalled. The first part is from Snowpulse...replies0views3077
2012-09-10
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