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 …
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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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Rogers Pass is getting new breed of guidebook, built by a skier for skiers. Douglas Sproul, the publisher, is calling the third edition a new breed of guidebook.
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With Covid they have embraced a similar approach with their Purely Canadian Winter Adventure strategy, catering to how Canadians like play in the snow!
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By Jon Turk, I’ve been seeing some pretty weird up-tracks lately. Which leads me to speak out.
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Revive Rogers has become a community of backcountry skiers and snowboarders working to restore lodging in Rogers Pass.
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The Grizzly Mountain Couloir is a another classic couloir descent in Rogers Pass. The couloir can be viewed from the highway just before pulling into the Rogers Pass centre on your way from Revelstoke. Access from the Rogers Pass Centre is up the Connaught Drainage to Grizzly Shoulder for a safe climb up the ridge …
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Jon spends his winters playing in the powder and makes Fernie BC his base with wife Nina MacLean.
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View Powder Destinations in a larger map Perched at 2,200 m (7,200 ft) in the Albert Icefield area, 35 km east of Revelstoke, Selkirk Lodge commands a backcountry skiing paradise. The chalet is located high in a valley of breathtaking beauty with spectacular views in every direction. Wonderful ski touring awaits you right outside the …
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View Powder Destinations in a larger map Dezaiko Lodge is situated at tree line in a picturesque alpine bowl with excellent skiing right outside the door. The area is renowned for its deep snow, limitless terrain and world class tree skiing. The wood crafted and heated lodge is warm and cozy and always a welcome …
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View Powder Destinations in a larger map Visit their secluded tree-line lodge for all levels of hiking, skiing, snowshoeing and mountaineering surrounded by pristine peaks, glaciers and alpine meadows. Relax in the beauty and peace. An artist and photographer paradise! Great for reunions, work retreats, weddings and families. Certified guides lead throughout the day, while …
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View Powder Destinations in a larger map Al & Marion Schaffer’s Blanket Glacier Chalet, based in the snowy Monashee Mountains, offers the novice and more experienced backcountry skier quick and safe access to runs in the trees, on long glaciers and day tours. Their environmentally friendly three-storey, A-frame chalet, with shower and spacious sauna, offers …
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