A serious incident occurred at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort this morning when a hanger arm snapped, causing a gondola cabin with passengers inside to fall to the ground.
Read more Gondola Fails at Kicking Horse on a Powder Day
The 2025 Georgia Pro showcased elite freeriding on the formidable Kakhiani face, where athletes faced challenging terrain and variable conditions. Despite battling illness, Whistler’s own Marcus Goguen delivered a stellar performance, securing his second consecutive victory on the Freeride World Tour (FWT) circuit. Goguen’s run was a masterclass in skill and composure. He seamlessly executed …
Read more Marcus Goguen Triumphs at 2025 Georgia Pro FWT
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.
Read more Avalanche Warning: Remote Triggers and Wide Propagation
A dramatic overnight rescue at Big White Ski Resort has reignited warnings from ski patrol about the dangers of venturing beyond resort boundaries. The incident, which concluded at 4:35 AM, saw rescue teams working tirelessly through the night to locate and assist two hypothermic skiers who had entered closed terrain. Central Okanagan Search and Rescue …
Read more Big White Ski Patrol Urges Skiers to Stay In Bounds
Montana’s legendary backcountry powder is calling, and Great Northern Powder Guides (GNPG) is delivering a day of pristine, untouched wilderness like no other. Located just 20 miles north of Whitefish, GNPG has built a reputation as Montana’s premier cat skiing operation—offering an exhilarating blend of adventure, rugged terrain, and that unmistakable BC-like skiing experience right …
Read more Experience Wilderness Powder with Great Northern Powder Guides
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 …
Read more Avalanche Canada message: Dial Back Exposure to Avalanche Terrain
After a decade of envisioning the impossible, Christina “Lusti” Lustenberger has cemented her place in ski mountaineering history, becoming the first person to ski the south face of Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. Alongside French alpinist Guillaume Pierrel, Lustenberger successfully completed the historic descent on February 16, 2025. For years, Lustenberger …
Read more Christina Lustenberger is the First to Ski Mount Robson’s South Face
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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Selkirk Snowcat Skiing, one of British Columbia’s most renowned cat skiing operations, is now available for purchase. Marketed as a “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity,” the sale presents a rare chance to own a piece of backcountry skiing history. A Legacy of Cat Skiing Excellence Founded in 1975 by skiing pioneer Allan Drury, Selkirk Snowcat Skiing has developed …
Read more Selkirk Snowcat Skiing Listed for Sale
Whistler skier Marcus Goguen delivered an outstanding performance, securing first place in the Ski Men’s field.
Read more Canadian Marcus Goguen Claims Victory at Kicking Horse FWT
In 1967, four Canadians—Don Gardner, Chic Scott, Charlie Locke, and Neil Liske—etched their names into the history of ski mountaineering by completing the first-ever Jasper to Lake Louise traverse.
Read more Canada’s Greatest Ski Traverse
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 …
Read more Avalanche Risk Rising – Time to Step Back and Adapt Your Mindset
