Kootenay Pass Snowpack Observations
The Kootenay Backcountry Guides Judson Wright posted this Snowpack update from Kootenay Pass on February 6th.
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Ortovox Launches Diract Voice Transceiver
Ortovox just released a revolutionary new avalanche beacon that prompts and speaks to the rescuer.
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Persistent Slab Avalanche Problem Persists
Avalanche Canada is saying that the pesky persistent slab avalanche problem is back in the forecast for many regions. Check the forecast, know before you go!
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Special Public Avalanche Warning for the South Coast Extended and Expanded
Special Public Avalanche Warning for the South Coast extended and expanded to include Vancouver Island. This warning is an extension from one that was issued on January 28 and will be in effect until February 4.
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Say No To Crack!
Mount Fernie forms a prominent glide crack on its south face in clear view of town every winter. The specific area is called the Moccasin due to its shape and distinctive grassy summer surface. This year the glide crack has formed earlier and larger that most seasons and we’re questioning when it will avalanche. Jennifer …
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Is Sam Kuch the best skier in the world?
In just two years of skiing with Matchstick Productions Sam Kuch has proven himself as a force to be reckoned with in the big mountain arena
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BC’s Snowpack is Above Average
Snowpack levels across British Columbia are nearly all above average, according to the latest provincial data.
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Wayne Flann Receives CAA Service Award
For 2020 Whistler local Wayne Flann was awarded the CAA Service Award in recognition of his contributions to public and professional avalanche awareness and information sharing through his website.
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Mike Wiegele cancels season
Given the national and international travel advisories and, above all, our commitment to safety, we made the decision not to open for the remainder of the season
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An honest account of a Revelstoke Avalanche
An honest account by Andrew Sheppard of a recent avalanche incident in the Revelstoke backcountry. Andrew posted in the Revelstoke Ski Tourers page for everyone to learn from his experience. Here is Andrews account: “Hello fellow snow enthusiasts. I thought I would take the time to share my terrifying near-death experience of being swept down …
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Weak snowpack layers taking lives
Shane Szocs was completely buried on Rainbow Mountain near Whistler the same day as the snow-biker accident.
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The Fine Line: An Avalanche Education Series
Sherpas aim with ‘The Fine Line’ was to inspire viewers to start the lifelong process of learning how to move safely through the mountains.
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