Venturing into the backcountry is as alluring as it is dangerous. As soon as you enter terrain that has not been mitigated ...

The American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education held an introductory course on Avalanche safety at Alyeska over ...

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Jasper’s ski resort showed guests how its ski patrol manages terrain and ensures the mountain is safe during Avalanche Awareness Day on Saturday (Jan. 18).

Search and Rescue (SAR) teams in the Kootenays are urging outdoor enthusiasts to prepare with the appropriate gear for winter activities as colder weather sets in.

For those who want to learn to backcountry ski or snowboard — which is often done out of bounds and involves skiing uphill ...

In addition to knowing how to read the terrain and checking conditions prior to heading into the outdoors, winter adventurers should also carry proper avalanche safety gear, including a ...

She's been a member of the Mica Mountain Riders for several years now. The association is dedicated to maintaining and ...

“The more that people are informed, the better off they are,” he said, also encouraging recreationalists to travel with partners who are also carrying avalanche safety gear such as a transceiver, ...