Avalanche Glossary: Terrain Traps
Terrain traps are a major hazard in avalanche terrain. It could be the difference between life and death if you can spot them and know how to avoid them.
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Guides Meetings: Getting the lowdown and making wise decisions
One of the best parts of being part of a guiding operation (besides the limitless powder runs) is the camaraderie. It’s a group of experienced, like-minded individuals who have made a career out of mountain safety and client service. Each morning in a guiding operation, the guides get together and discuss the conditions to collectively
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Backcountry Base Camp in British Columbia
Ever wanted to have a trip where you spent every hour of every day in the mountains? Spending your time learning, progressing your skills, and understanding the day to day changes that occur in a wild environment? Alpine Islands began with a simple dream to help others tune their awareness to mountain conditions. The best
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