Dave from the Whitewater Ski Resort is back to deliver their 5th Avalanche Conditions Report of the Season. Some key highlights to be aware of: – Sunny weather at the hill and great skiing. – Avalanche Canada dropped the hazard to LOW for the first time since December 7th, 2021 – There was a widespread …
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Historically, conservationists vilify ski areas and often with just cause. The broad swaths cleared for runs fracture the eco system and resident wildlife hesitate traversing the new open areas. The recent emphasis on year-round mountain activities further displaces the wildlife. The increased human engagement brought in by the development forces the wildlife out of the …
Read more Can a Ski Area and Conservation Co-Exist?
Even though we are in the midst of spring and the snow is mostly melted, avalanche experts warn we’re not out of the woods just yet as there is still a lot of snow in the mountains. “Things change really quick and during these springtime cycles, you can see a drastic change from stable to …
Read more Alaska Avalanche Danger High throughout Spring
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!
Read more Persistent Slab Avalanche Problem Persists
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.
Read more Wayne Flann Receives CAA Service Award
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 …
Read more An honest account of a Revelstoke Avalanche
These 7 tricks might save your life, do pay attention we recommend that you practice these tricks every day that you are in the backcountry.
Read more 7 Terrain Tricks for Backcountry Skiing
Planning to ski tour Rogers Pass this winter? You need to know about the Winter Permit System.
Read more Rogers Pass Winter Permit System
Mammut is rolling out new BarryHeart 3.4 Firmware updates for its industry-leading avalanche beacons, the Barryvox and Barryvox S.
Read more BarryHeart 3.4 Firmware Update For Barryvox S and Barryvox
Mount Brennan Backwoods Recreation has submitted a new application for a 10-30 year tenure for non-mechanized adventure tourism and commercial recreation.
Read more Mount Brennan Backwoods Recreation Application
These poachers endanger not only their own lives, other groups, and everyone traveling on the highway. People need to respect these closures and stop the poaching.
Read more Glacier National Park needs 100% compliance!
Zincton is a radical departure from existing resorts however a true sign of the times!
Read more Zincton – A Radical Departure
