Gallatin County SAR Rescues Solo Backcountry Skier Impaled By Tree Through Groin
As a general rule, you should never ski alone in the backcountry. But of course, people always break the "rules." We live in a free society and anyone...
Watch BDTV - Season 1, Episode 3: A Simple Machine - Life Or Death For The La Grave CableCar
The Telepherique Des Glaciers De La Meije or commonly called the La Grave Cablecar, whisks skiers on a 40 minute, 1750 meter ride from the peaceful, 12th...
1 Backcountry Skier and 1 Snowboarder Caught In Size 3 Avalanche On Bruins Ridge Near Rogers Pass In British Columbia
At around 2:35 PM on Sunday, November 8, 2015 one skier and one snowboarder were caught in a size 3 avalanche on...
Watch: Dynafit Connections - Episode 4 - Idaho Backcountry Skiing
Dynafit athlete Cody Barnhill gets after in the Sun Valley backcountry while testing the latest Dynafit gear. Born in Alaska, Barnhill now calls Idaho home. It's easy to see why...
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Two Hunters Caught In 300' Avalanche In Montana's Bridger...
Human Triggered Avalanche Buries Skier Up To His Chest
On Friday, November 6, 2015, a backcountry skier triggered an avalanche on Hatch Peak near Hatcher Pass north of Anchorage, Alaska. The skier was subsequently buried up to his chest.
There is limited information...
Watch The 3rd Episode of G3 Backstories - A Guide's Life
IFMGA/ACMG guide Lars Andrews is living the life as a full time backcountry ski guide. Take a glimpse into his world of chasing snow, reaping rewards, and assessing risk...
First Avalanche of The 2015/2016 Season In Montana
The first avalanche incident of the 2015/2016 season was reported on Thursday, November 5, 2015 by the Gallatin National Forest Avalanche Center. The incident happened near Sacagawea Bowl in the Bridger Range north...
Preseason Backcountry Skiing Gear Prep
It's time to put away the summer toys and break out the winter gear. As the snow starts to fall, people are keen to get out and explore the backcountry. Winter is here and you...
Gear Review: Black Diamond QuickDraw Carbon Probe 320
MSRP: $99.95
Total Weight: 342 g / 13 ounces
Summary: The Black Diamond QuickDraw Carbon Probe is a well designed avalanche probe that is lightweight, strong, and quick to assemble. Plus it features depth...
