Ski touring news roundup, backcountry heli skiing in Colorado, new dates for ISPO show, thoughts about Black Diamond sale and other backcountry opinion.

Hey readers worldwide, we’re celebrating our U.S. Independence holiday today. This is the day we adopted our “Declaration of Independence,” declaring our intent to be a sovereign nation instead of vassals to England. Hard to believe that in 1776

Annual Independence Pass skier’s BBQ, 2015 for backcountry skiing and touring in Colorado.

Norwegian ski touring travel ideas and tips, for backcountry and budget food and accomodations.

Fram museum in Oslo, Norway is worth a visit to see Fridtjof Nansen boat and the skis he used to try and reach North Pole.

Experiencing Norwegian ski touring culture at Turtagrø hotel, including High Camp and nice backcountry skiing.