While some snowsport resorts in Colorado do their best to shut out skiers and riders from adjacent public land, Aspen’s ski areas have embraced the concept of open access. More, they’ve made huge gains providing in-bounds expert terrain. Consequently the…
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I enjoyed the photos in Drew’s book, but didn’t have to look inside to know how good it is. Right there on the cover
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Review of “Avalanche Aware” book by John Moynier, excellent compact guidebook for backcountry avalanche safety for skiers, snowboarders and other winter recreation.
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Guidebook for skiing Valdez Alaska area by Matt Kinney, review.
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Avalanche expert and author Jill Fredston writes about her experiences with snow safety in the backcountry.
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Last of the Ski Bums is the highlight of all this. What a movie! Made in 1967 for only $12,000 and distributed as a feature film, this flick was to my generation what Blizzard of Ahhhs was to the current “freeride” crowd.
Selection of books related to backcountry skiing and mountaineering.
