Review of the BCA Backcountry Access Float 36 and Float 18 avalanche airbag backpacks for free riding and ski mountaineering.

Photographs from the summit of Ruth Mountain, Washington, during backcountry skiing trip.

Review of Snowpulse RAS Pro35 avalanche airbag backpack for avalanche safety while backcountry skiing and ski mountaineering.

Backcountry skiers should be prepared for emergencies such as avalanche rescue, first-aid medical care, weather changes, and even a possible benightment.

How to test avalanche beacon for safety and ease of operation, get ready for new backcountry skiing season.

Early season backcountry skiing and ski mountaineering on Mount Baker, Washington state outdoor recreation.