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IT’S GETTING DEEP! LEARN TREE WELL SAFETY AND EXTRICATION.

While staying safe in avalanche terrain is constantly on the mind of backcountry travelers, tree wells and snow immersion suffocation (SIS) is a component of snow safety that is often overlooked. It turns out that 20% of fatalities in public ski areas are due to deep snow immersion. Tree well incidents are preventable, and with some practice, removing a victim from a tree well can be a swift and efficient process.

Traditional vs. Hoe Mode Shoveling: When and How to Use Each Avalanche Shovel

When is it appropriate to use the shovel in hoe mode, and when is it best to use the shovel in its traditional mode? Learn best practices here.

Telluride Backcountry Radio Program: Saving Lives

Telluride has paved the way in instituting a formal backcountry radio program, with a dedicated backcountry radio channel that recently has saved lives.