Always being ready for a photo, and taking plenty, are keys to successful backcountry photography, see these tips and tricks.

Skiing Cathedral Peak in Colorado, photograph of the climb from 2005 ski mountaineering trip.

Using Lowepro Rezo 50 camera case for Canon G12 and backcountry skiing.

Canon G12 camera review, with emphasis on use for shooting in the backcountry, skiing and mountaineering.

Ski Journal Photobook for 2012 is a stunner, recommended.

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