Rating avalanche size on the D-scale
A video to start discussion about how we rate avalanche size on the D-scale.
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Dave Treadway Tribute with Kasper
It’s been a year since pro skier Dave Treadway passed away in the mountains doing what he loved to do. Dave left behind two sons, Kasper and Raffi, and his pregnant wife Tessa. Friends and family remembered and celebrated Dave’s spirit, his family commitment, his ability to chase life, and above all, his faith in …
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Avalanche Forecast User Study Underway
The results of this research will offer important insight for making avalanche forecasts more effective and resonate better with all types of backcountry users.
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La Liste – Redefining steep skiing
Young skiing phenom Jérémie Heitz challenges himself to ski the 15 steepest 4,000m peaks in the Alps in just two ski seasons.
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Marker M-Werks Kingpin 12 Bindings Reviewed
Over the course of several backcountry ski trips I have confirmed that the M-Werks 12's are a lightweight, high performing binding that will keep you smiling.
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BANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL FILMS – ONLINE FOR FREE
The Banff Mountain Film Festival is an international film competition and annual presentation of short films and documentaries about mountain culture, sports, and the environment.
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Access points and Winter Permit Areas in Glacier National Park Closed
Effective 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday, March 25, 2020, all visitor parking areas, access points to the backcountry and Winter Permit Areas in Glacier National Park will be closed until further notice.
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Avalanche Canada Shutting Down Forecasting for the Season
We feel it is essential that we work together and do what we can to avoid putting any extra load on our healthcare system at this time
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Sherpas ‘Into The Mind’ is Online
The Sherpas ‘Into The Mind’ , a story of rising to the ultimate challenge, is online to watch in full at Redbull!
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Free Avalanche Safety Tutorial
Atlas commented, "While you’re inside... we have offered up our online AST 1 course for free. Something to hopefully help you get more out of your next time in the mountains!!"
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Mountain Towns say Stay Home
Mountain towns all throughout British Columbia are making the same plea to travellers: Please stay home. #StayHome
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Western Resorts Closed for the Season
The sophistication of resort operators determined the closure time and unfortunately the lack of kept many open longer than acceptable.
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