Six years ago today, four friends were lost to an avalanche at Fortress Mountain. Alex, Dave, Amy and Mike will be remembered today more than most other days, but their influence is something that will never be forgotten. If you're going...

<P>The Canadian Avalanche Centre Presents Columbia Brewery Backcountry Avalanche Workshop <B>Saturday, November 20 in Calgary Sunday, November 21 in Vancouver</B> All proceeds go to support public avalanche safety in...

<b>DA GAGS - THE MENTAL CHECKLIST</b><br> Many avalanche accidents and nasty backcountry epics are caused by avoidable human errors in judgement. While out in the backcountry, going through a simple checklist can help to make you alert to...

The past winter was a great opportunity to increase my independence in the backcountry and gain valuable experience in avalanche awareness. Teaming up with my pal <i>Anna Sangster (aka A.Sang)</i> to form Team Girl was a twist of fate that...

A good day of backcountry shredding is the result of adding good people, good snow, good terrain, and good weather. Take any one of those away, and the good day is just not gonna happen. And because a good backcountry day is related to good...

In the past two years, the North face has noticably increased their support to the core of the sport. With some of the best Athletes in the game, the sponsorship of events such as the IFSA World tour, and a growing support to organizations...

Life link is a leader in the development and manufacture of Backcountry gear for both travel and avalanche safety and rescue. The company produces an array of products ranging from avalanche probes to the innovative ABS pack - a pack with...

BCA have long been pioneers in the field of backcountry equipment. Anyone out there who has ski toured remembers <i>(and some probably still use)</i> the classic beginnings of the Alpine Trekker. BCA has a full line of products <i>(naxo,...

For all of you out there that travel and ski in Avalanche terrain, the Avalung is a smart and affordable way to increase your chances of survival in the case that you should be buried. I recently watched a documentary featuring the...

The North Face (TNF) is the premier supplier of authentic, innovative and technically advanced exploration apparel, equipment and footwear. The North Face roots date back to 1966 when two hiking enthusiasts founded a small mountaineering...