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Catching the perfect ski photograph takes creativity, planning, clear communication, good weather, and a little sprinkle of luck. Scott Bellow tells how.

Hut trips are a great way to get kids into the mountains. Cindy Hirschfield recalls hut trips with her own family and offers tips for getting started.

February ski touring news and opinion, airbag packs making air pocket, skimo race victories, avalanche safety, bighorn sheep and more.

Totally Deep Podcast Episode 72 features Erik Lambert, co-founder of the U.S.’s first and only human powered ski area.

In depth overview of avalanche education resources in the US, including AAA, AIARE, Pro and Rec level avy courses, Companion rescue and more.

Tips on the ideal combination of ski touring layers including pros and cons of merino vs. synthetic, midlayer vs. outer layer and glove-mitt combos.

Review and overlook of all BCA avalanche transceiver beacons, Tracker DTS, 2, 3 and S, they revolutionized avalanche safety.

Emergency communications while backcountry ski touring, including inReach, SPOT, BCA Link and more.

In the latest Ski Touring News Roundup, Lou reflects on Jake Burton’s snow sports legacy, dreams of Skimo races, contemplates skiing health benefits, more.

With all of the gear, packing, logistics and more, ski trips can be overwhelming. Julia Dubinini breaks it down with these handy tips.

Can you learn to ski mountaineer online? We took IFMGA Guide Mark Smiley’s “Ultimate Guide to Backcountry Skiing and Ski Mountaineering” course to find out.

How do you outfit a kid for uphill skiing with only $50? Andy Sovick searches far and wide for boots, skis, bindings and skins for the perfect DIY getup.

Whether you’re a seasoned pro or backcountry traveling newb, avalanche education is crucial. Check out this resource list from the Utah Avalanche Center.

CalTopo offers a variety of tools for navigating avalance terrain. Here, a breakdown of the most essential features for the backcountry ski tourer.

Pre-season ski touring gear safety checklist, boots and bindings require attention and maintenance before you go into the backcountry.

Backcountry skiing in Bariloche: tough to figure out; easy to fall in love with. Andy Sovick offers sage wisdom and recounts incredible skiing.

A nod to the Ramer Echo Avalanche Transceiver, a 1980s ski touring gem of a transceiver that’s lightweight with long battery life.

Review — Outdoor Research (OR) Skyward 2 ski touring and resort pants for skiing.

Why do ski touring boots have pointy toes? Why did the drone crash? Check here for answers.

North Face L5 LT Futurelight hoody shell jacket review for ski touring and mountaineering.