Glacier Wrap
A special 3M wrap is used in the Alps to prevent glacier melting.
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Category: Destinations
Snowmaking Pilot project on Horstman Glacier
Whistler Blackcomb will conduct a new snowmaking pilot project aimed at preserving the Horstman Glacier on Blackcomb Mountain.
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Don Thompson to Lead Red Mountain
Don Thompson has been promoted to president at Red Mountain.
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Clair Isrealson Retires
Thanks for the dedicated service to the health, safety and fun of other mountain folk. You will be missed.
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Meet Mike Douglas, Whistler’s Favourite Local
From the slopes of Whistler, BC, Steve Young interviews Mike Douglas — father, freeskier, filmmaker, and, most recently, Whistler’s favourite local.
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5th Annual Ken Jones Classic Ski Competition
On Saturday, 21 March 2015 LAke Louise is hosting the 5th Annual KEN JONES CLASSIC SKI MOUNTAINEERING COMPETITION. COMING UP! Let’s go while there’s still snow – Last SMCC calendar race of the season! Your race registration includes Saturday race, lifts, and awards, a few new tweaks on the great Lake Louise long course, and …
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Did Someone Say ‘Go For It’?
SkiingGolden.com’s backcountry report usually is geared towards scaring the hell out of you out there. This week however, Chris Granter reports that you have nothing to fear but fear itself…within reason. Did Someone Say ‘Go For It’? February 25 Video Update – Did Someone Say 'Go For It'? from SkiingGolden.com on Vimeo.
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Large Avalanches in the North Rockies
There has been a cluster of unexpected, large avalanches in the North Rockies region. Sadly, one of these resulted in a fatality. Here are some details on the three events that we have been made aware of: There is a report and pictures of this incident here. Details are scarce. The general orientation of Benny’s …
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Terrace B.C. buried in record snowfall
It's time to dream about getting away from three days of rain and spring skiing here in Southern BC and travel to Terrace.
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The Glory of Whitewater
My wife and first visited Whitewater in 1995. Whitewater is located near Nelson BC in the beautiful Selkirk Mountains. Warm weather had moved though BC and most of the resorts had experienced rain followed by freezing temperatures making harsh conditions. Whitewater delivered with over 30cms of fresh snow, the 5,400 foot (1,640m) base elevation was …
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CMH Monashees by John Eaves
Half of John's aerial shots are from the helicopter and the other half are from his drone. Can you spot the difference?
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Bitten But Not Swallowed
After 35 years of playing and working in avalanche terrain, you can imagine that I’ve had a fair bit of experience dealing with avalanches
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