Why Wind Is a Big Deal For Avalanche Safety Of all the variables that can lead to an avalanche, wind […]
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What is a Persistent Slab Avalanche? In the world of avalanche safety, a persistent slab avalanche is one of the
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The United States has many regions that include avalanche prone terrain. Over the years, many regional groups have organized to
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Avalanche Safety and Rescue, Backcountry Skills, Trip Planning, Trip Planning ToolsTerrain 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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