Hazards to look for when taking on spring backcountry missions
With spring storms, the properties of the slab change quickly. Snow often falls on a crust, and more and more slab avalanches are triggered.
Hot topics that backcountry pros and recreationalists need consider when venturing into the backcountry via ski, snowboard, splitboard, snowmobile, or snow bike.
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How to plan and pack for springtime backcountry objectives
IFMGA-licensed mountain guide and BCA ambassador Joey Thompson has specialized in the art of moving through mountains for over 27 years. Read his tips on timing, watching the weather, and gear selection.
Springtime Riding Missions: Snowmobile Safety and Snowpack Advice
"Oh, it's spring. Cool. The snowpack's all settled out, right?" But that's a dangerous mindset. Many people still get caught in avalanches in the springtime. BCA sled ambassador Jeremy Mercier reports on how to best plan and prepare.
How to Calculate Your Backcountry Touring Time Based on Distance and Elevation Gain
How often do you head out into the backcountry with a really good idea of how long it's going to take you? Here's a good method for calculating ski tour time based on distance and elevation gain. BCA ambassador Sarah Carpenter reports.
Backcountry Sled Navigation Tools and Tips for Safer Riding
Deep backcountry access riding a sled always comes with the chance of getting lost. Having the proper sled navigation tools is essential. Mike Duffy reports.
Strike Team Shovelling: Positioning and Rotations
Strategic shovelling is critical as it consumes most of the time during an avalanche rescue. Learn the new Strike Team Shovelling Method that takes the best of the strategic shovelling and V-shaped conveyor methods commonly taught in avalanche rescue courses. BCA ambassador Jordy Shepherd reports.