Lessons learned from a group of friends who set off on a backcountry ski trip that was suddenly cut short by a tragic avalanche. #backcountrysafe #LoveforDoug
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This fourth and final article in the "Buried in the Aftermath" series by Rocky Mountain editor, Tanya Foubert, highlights the progress made by the ACMG in recent years and their commitment to adopt their new post critical incident management plan. rmotoday.com/canmore/buried-…
The third story in the "Buried in the Aftermath" series by Rocky Mountain editor, Tanya Foubert, explores the 2019 avalanche at Massey's Waterfall near Field BC. rmotoday.com/canmore/buried-…
Second story in the "Buried in the Aftermath" series by Rocky Mountain Outlook editor Tanya Foubert, delving into the processes and stresses experienced by guides after a serious incident or fatality. rmotoday.com/canmore/buried-…
Over the next four weeks, the Rocky Mountain Outlook will examine several incidents where guided trips into the mountains of western Canada resulted in avalanche fatalities. Written by Tanya Foubert, the first article features our tragic story. rmotoday.com/local-news/buri…
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IFMGA-licensed Mountain Guide Joey Thompson has specialized in the art of moving through mountains for over 27 years. Read his tips on timing, watching the weather, and gear selection in this Backcountry Access article.backcountryaccess.com/en-ca/…
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Black Diamond Equipment Ltd. is issuing a voluntary recall of the PIEPS DSP Pro, DSP Pro Ice, and DSP Sport avalanche transceivers with neoprene carrying case. Find out more here: blackdiamondequipment.com/en…
Danger ratings in spring. Avalanche Canada uses a special forecast icon during spring that rates danger by time of day versus by elevation band. Read more on their website: avalanche.ca/blogs/communica…
More spring safety tips, this time from MSR Contributor Matt Hage. Start early, end early. Look up, avoid cornices. Know the snow pack. msrgear.com/blog/spring-skii…
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Enjoy this repost from American Avalanche Institute’s Sarah Carpenter on essential things to be mindful of when venturing into backcountry terrain during spring. wildsnow.com/19698/avalanche…
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While staying safe in avalanche terrain is constantly on the mind of backcountry travelers, tree wells and snow immersion suffocation (SIS) is a component of snow safety that is often overlooked. Backcountry Access gives some tips here: backcountryaccess.com/en-ca/…
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On a similar theme to slowing down and becoming truly observant, this Colin Zacharias article highlights some of the factors that can hinder or highten our awareness. thepowdercloud.com/learn/ava…
Spring skiing can be some of the best of the season but the snow conditions can be deceptive. From Backcountry Access, this article reminds users to exercise caution and be aware of terrain/aspect, temperature, wind & snowpack structure. backcountryaccess.com/en-ca/…
In avalanche rescue it can feel like there is no time to think. Avalanche educators Ed LaChapple & Gordon Graham stress the importance of taking the time to do nothing but pause, look around & truly observe before jumping into action. Backcountry Magazine: backcountrymagazine.com/stor…
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Managing risk in the backcountry. Howie Schwartz at Powder Cloud gives 4 strategies to help manage the uncertainty; gather more information, create & maintain options, build in a margin of error and communicate. thepowdercloud.com/learn/ava…
Grit & Glory: Tough lessons on backcountry survival. Jana Bounds interviews SAR volunteer Andy Dreisbach and Ken Wylie, avalanche survivor and author of "Buried", about the psychology behind adventure, risk, consequence and courage. lonepeaklookout.com/news/gri…
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"Considerable" avalanche danger - how much riskier is it? Dr. Bruce Jamieson explains: vimeo.com/50900661
Why is March the deadliest month? This recent Avalanche Canada Webinar talks about the snowpack and offers tips on how to safely manage your backcountry excursions. vimeo.com/522922144
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Ron Betts from Ski Canada Magazine recognizes our Backcountry Safe initiative in his latest article, "Rescuers also pay a price so we can play in the mountains". skicanadamag.com/backcountry…
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IFMGA/ACMG guide Colin Zacharias explores the importance of a daily summary and debrief after an outing. Was the risk effectively and safely managed? The debrief also help identify a strategy for improvement. thepowdercloud.com/learn/ava…
When we talk about avalanches and avalanche victims, it is of utmost importance for us to remember that we are all human in our decision making. Time to grieve, process, reach out, learn. Read more at: tetongravity.com/story/news/…
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