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Spring is arguably the best season of the year for backcountry skiing and splitboarding. Warmer temps, longer days, and a solid snowpack are usually in the cards. Winter is great for snowfall, but as we know, too much snow can be a bad thing in the backcountry. So in the mountains, spring is where we […]
Level Up With Our Spring Backcountry Ascension Clinics Read More »
A good adventure is something that is few and far between these days. With backcountry skiing blowing up in popularity and everything being documented, to do something new takes a bit of creativity and ability to get far off the beaten path. Having some sponsors helps too. Enter Odyssey of Loppa: a short film by
It has been the driest January in 40 years. But January isn’t over, yet. Over the next few days the pattern will finally shift to precipitation, followed by a sudden temperature shift for a cold week ahead. And, depending on when and where you look at a forecast, things seem to be shifting for the
After Three Weeks of Sunshine, Snow is Returning to the Pacific Northwest Read More »
Every adventure has its first step. There is always a key moment when you finally set forth, looking forward, prepared as you can be but with the understanding that you’re not in control. This is that moment for Alpine Islands. No longer an idea, but a concrete effort to move ahead and materialize what has
Alpine Islands: The Origin Story Read More »
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
Guides Meetings: Getting the lowdown and making wise decisions Read More »
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
Backcountry Base Camp in British Columbia Read More »