A tragic avalanche at Stellar Heliskiing is the most serious backcountry incident of the season and it has deeply affected the snow sports community. It claimed the lives of three esteemed individuals: Jason “J” Remple, Alex Pashley, and Jeff Keenan. A fourth individual, Clay Mitchell from Nelson, is currently hospitalized with severe injuries, and we …
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The path of progression is paved with acts of defiance. Leanne Pelosi, Jake Blauvelt, and Victor de Le Rue take the stage in British Columbia in a showcase of shred.
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When you have a vision that goes beyond the popular imagination, people tend to think you’re crazy. Mike Wiegele is no exception.
Read more Call Me Crazy – The Legend of Mike Wiegele
Late last September, ski mountaineers Hilaree Nelson and Jim Morrison made history being the first ever to ski the 7,000 foot Lhotse Couloir adjacent Mount Everest high in the Himalayas.
Read more Hilaree Nelson and Jim Morrison Ski Lhotse
When the earliest explorers set out to summit the world’s most notorious peaks they were driven by the spirit of adventure, accomplishing these formidable tasks with a good bit of mental fortitude, some really strong lungs and climbing equipment that can be considered primitive compared to today’s offerings. Although today’s ski mountaineers, alpinists and climbers …
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The North Face is one of Avalanche Canada’s longest-serving sponsors and they are honoured by their commitment to avalanche safety programs.
Read more The North Face Supports Avalanche Safety
