Fresh tracks, Fresh ideas.

That’s what Backcountry Access (BCA) is all about.

Backcountry Access is owned and run by dedicated backcountry skiers and snowboarders that live for fresh lines—and are stoked to be part of the outdoor industry.

Our passions are ski touring and innovation. We constantly strive to break new ground with our products and our ideas: we invented the first digital transceiver, the first integrated shovel and probe, and the first freezeproof hydration system. We also invented the concept of “knowledge leadership.” We believe knowledge and education are even more important than our products. That’s why you’ll see so much about this on our website.

New this year, check out our new online store and our updated research page.

The owners and employees of BCA send our deepest condolences to the family and friends of our fellow employee, Brent Graber, who has passed away after being fatally injured in a bike accident. We miss you, Brent.

Backcountry & Snow Safety Products

Tracker Beacons
Avalanche Shovels
Avalanche Probes
Stash Hydration Packs
Climbing Skins
Alpine Trekker Touring Binding
Snow Study Tools

Avalanche Awareness & Education

Our goal is to save lives, not just sell products. We invest more in education than we do on advertising. Here are a few of our programs:

• Cutting edge research on avalanche statistics and rescue techniques, including our groundbreaking research on “strategic shoveling.”
• Over 60 BCA Beacon Training Parks worldwide for essential transceiver search practice.
• An easy-to-read Avalanche Awareness Guide in all of our catalogs.
• Our DVD, “Take Charge: Leading a Companion Rescue” teaches you how to safely and efficiently organize a rescue.
• BCA displays at retail stores illustrate how to most effectively use a beacon, probe and shovel.
• Avalanche education tours: our technical representatives are professionals who provide avalanche awareness education and programs in their regions.
• We support a variety of avalanche education programs, particularly for youth. For more details, visit our education page: www.backcountryaccess.com/education.