Safety & Survival
Below are our 4 articles in the 'safety & survival' category:

All that bracing mountain air, all those thrills and, unfortunately, the all too frequent spills, in the snow are guaranteed to work up an appetite. And not just for a hot lunch back at the chalet. ...

Riding through trees in fresh powder or seeing elk and deer while touring though the backcountry is exhilarating, but being caught in an avalanche is terrifying. More than 150 people die in ...

Winter weather can wreck havoc on our bodies if we’re not prepared. Frostbite and hypothermia are well known dangers but even cold joints can increase risk of injury.
Altitude sickness can also ...

Anyone familiar with Alpine conditions and the indigenous terrain will tell you that the first and most important lesson that you learn in this type of environment is to respect Mother Nature. Fail ...