First Rider Avalanche Victim of Season
Yes, all that snow has created a paradise on the one hand. But Kyle Hale warns us about that nasty other hand
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Category: Snow Conditions
Grant Statham on Ted discussing risk
His presentation provides a framework that will will help us live our lives and deal with risk, probability, consequence, exposure and vulnerability, and how we deal with uncertainty.
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Kananaskis Skier Triggered Avalanche
Not the best news for this time of year...For now we'd advise assessing the snow very carefully and keeping lines conservative.
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Do Cell Phones Interfere With Avalanche Beacons?
YES. Portable electronics like phones, radios, GPS, cameras, etc. will interfere with an avalanche beacon
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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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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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