
Best Rock Climbing Spots in Vancouver and Sea to Sky
With climbing season in full swing, there’s no better time to start checking off routes on your rock climbing To-Do list. And as much as
With climbing season in full swing, there’s no better time to start checking off routes on your rock climbing To-Do list. And as much as
The Coast Mountains and Rockies have some of the best rock climbing in the world. For that reason alone it’s worth trying your hand at this truly
Food and water are what keep us alive as human beings. In the backcountry, these nutrients are just as important – arguably more so given
Camping in the winter backcountry takes some motivation. It’s cold, there’s a lot of gear and supplies to carry and there is just a thin
The day in the life of a backcountry ski guide might seem like it’s all sunshine and powder turns, but the truth is that it’s
Avalanche Canada’s annual Avalanche Awareness Days are back for 2018! This series of events take place at ski resorts across Canada to promote safety and knowledge
The amount of consumer electronics carried by skiers and snowboarders on a daily basis has increased significantly in recent years. Smartphones, GoPros, cameras and GPS
What’s the biggest barrier to backcountry skiing and snowboarding? Gear. Skis need specific touring bindings. Snowboards need to be able to split in half to
No one forgets their first ski touring experience. There’s a realization that no, you don’t actually need a chair lift to ski powder. There are
Just like with alpine (downhill) skiing, one of the most important parts of your backcountry setup are your ski touring boots. Given the amount of
Being guided around the winter backcountry for the first time can be an awe-inspiring experience, whether by an experienced friend, a friend of a friend
Shelter can save your life in the mountains. By keeping the elements out and warmth in, spending the night in a tent is the best