Three Heli-skiers Killed in Avalanche Near Kaslo
Three Heli-skiers Killed in Avalanche Near Kaslo
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Category: Avalanche
Special Public Avalanche Warning for Central Rockies
The warning applies to Banff, Yoho, Kootenay, and Jasper National Parks, Kananaskis Country, and areas immediately adjacent to those parks. It is in effect immediately and remains in place through Monday, March 24.
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Grant Statham and the Evolution of the Avalanche Terrain Exposure Scale v.2
A significant milestone in avalanche risk assessment has been reached with the release of the Avalanche Terrain Exposure Scale (ATES) v.2, a groundbreaking update to a system that has shaped backcountry safety for over two decades. Developed by Grant Statham in collaboration with Cam Campbell, the newly published research refines how avalanche terrain is classified …
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Black Diamond Issues Recall for Recon LT
Black Diamond Equipment has announced a recall for its Recon LT Avalanche Transceiver and associated avalanche safety sets due to a corrosion issue potentially causing device malfunction.
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Deep Snow Returned, Avalanche Conditions Shift
Winter isn’t over yet as deep snow and heightened avalanche danger returned to Western Canada's mountains.
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Avalanche Warning: Remote Triggers and Wide Propagation
Avalanche Canada has issued a Special Public Avalanche Warning for most forecast regions in Western Canada, citing a tricky snowpack and a persistent slab problem.
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Avalanche Canada message: Dial Back Exposure to Avalanche Terrain
As a series of potent storms approach Western Canada, Avalanche Canada forecasters are issuing a stern warning to backcountry enthusiasts: it’s time to dial back exposure to avalanche terrain. The convergence of mild temperatures, heavy snowfall, and strong winds is poised to create hazardous avalanche conditions across the region. The extended cold and dry spells …
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Kapristo Mountain Avalanche Death
A 42-year-old man from Golden, British Columbia, was killed in an avalanche on Monday while split-boarding Kapristo Mountain southeast of the town. The incident marks Canada’s first avalanche-related fatality of the season. Kapristo Mountain is located about 18 kilometres southeast of Golden and is the highest peak in the Beaverfoot Range. Ryan Kikauka, a husband …
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Avalanche Risk Rising – Time to Step Back and Adapt Your Mindset
After weeks of stable conditions across much of western Canada, a significant shift in avalanche danger is underway. Avalanche Canada is warning backcountry users that new snowfall is accumulating over weak, persistent layers, creating dangerous and highly unpredictable conditions. With this sudden change, now is the time to adjust your approach and step back from …
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Persistent Slab problem in the Northwest of BC
Backcountry skiers and riders in Northwest BC and the Yukon are facing a persistent slab problem this season, with conditions that differ significantly from recent years.
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Skiing Safely Beyond the Boundary
The allure of the backcountry beyond resort boundaries is undeniable—steep chutes, endless bowls, and untouched powder calling skiers and riders to venture beyond the boundary.
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Skier Avalanche Near Kicking Horse Resort
A skier sustained multiple severe injuries after being swept over cliff bands in an avalanche outside the ski area boundaries at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort. The incident occurred on Saturday, January 11, prompting a swift response from Golden and District Search and Rescue (GADSAR). At approximately 12:40 PM, GADSAR received reports of a size 2.5 …
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