Review of book, Avalanche Essentials by Bruce Tremper is a nicely sized guide to the most important details for backcountry snow sports such as skiing.

Ski touring news end of November 2016, snow immersion danger, avalanche safety, blogging computers, bivouac sacks.

When we take newcomers out backcountry skiing this time of year, what to wear is question number one. If you’re hiking for your turns, you will roast unless you use a good layering system.

Shape of ski climbing skins can help with weight and glide, many choices available from skinny to wide.

Four simple steps to make sure everyone in your ski touring group knows how to use their avalanche beacon.

Daily routines of avalanche professionals to enhance safe travel through backcountry ski touring terrain.