Snowfall Alert for BC and Rockies
Considerable Northwest cold air will drive the snow fall to sea level and ensure that light powder snow blankets the region.
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Category: Snow Conditions
Early Season Powder Rules
November and early December are our domain. Go get it!
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Where is the Avalanche Danger Rating?
Daily avalanche forecasts will begin on Friday, November 22. Until then, you are your own forecaster.
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CAC Reviews Smartphone avalanche search apps
The CAC does not consider any of the existing apps discussed here to be viable devices for avalanche companion rescue
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The Essential First Step to Safe Backcountry Use
The CAC believes the ability to recognize and avoid avalanche terrain and effectively rescue a member of the group buried by an avalanche are essential
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The Truth About Airbags and Avalanche Survival
There seems to be no end of confusion about the effectiveness of avalanche airbags.
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Nationwide Strikes When it Snows 20cm or More
There’s no better way to stick it to the man than to not show up for work and no classier way to do it than by skiing fresh powder
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Tiny Avalanches Can Kill You
Large avalanches look scary. They should be. Monster slides cause certain injury or death if you’re caught.
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Early Snow Season Forecast
The ski and snowboard season across the Canadian Rockies should start on or ahead of schedule as colder, snowy weather gets established from October through November.
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Nonprofit Raises Money for Children of Avalanche Victims
The goal of IANe is to provide financial support, both short-term and long-term, to families who have lost a loved one in an avalanche.
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What is the Risk of Riding in Avalanche Terrain?
These numbers come from Bruce Jamieson’s 2009 ISSW publication where he estimates the risk and compares it with similar estimates from Werner Munter from Switzerland.
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Moderate is NOT the new Low
In recent years there has been an increase in the backcountry use in avalanche terrain in winter, particularly in March.
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