Spring brings the opportunity to travel higher and deeper into the backcountry. Its also a time of high activity from loose wet and wet slab avalanches. Now is a great time to have look at late season snow conditions and be reminded of snowpack, weather and terrain conditions to consider when traveling through avalanche terrain.
Beyond the classic implements for avalanche safety, Alaska heli-ski guide, AIARE instructor, and Squaw avalanche mitigation specialist Lel Tone is clear about the importance of one of the more mental aspects of safety management: humility.
Why do a shovel tilt test? Because the results of the standard compression test could miss the upper layer due to compressing or squishing it. BCA ambassador Josh Kling outlines the best practices for snow stability tests with photos and videos.
BCA is partnering with Ski-Doo snowmobiles and Avalanche1 to offer free avalanche education courses this fall for riders of all brands of snowmobiles. The 2020 avalanche safety seminars will be held online in 16 separate short video episodes.
Jordy Shepherd talks with BCA concerning his experience as a mountain guide, avalanche safety, and equipment innovation. He also touches on avalanche safety courses during COVID-19, and much more.
Telluride has paved the way in instituting a formal backcountry radio program, with a dedicated backcountry radio channel that recently has saved lives.