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Apres-Ski - A Survival Guide
Apres-Ski - A Survival Guide
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...
Avalanche Danger
Avalanche Danger
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...
Keeping Your Body Functioning in Cold Weather
Keeping Your Body Functioning in Cold Weather
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...
Survival Gear
Survival Gear
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...
Trapped in Your Car During Heavy Snow
Trapped in Your Car During Heavy Snow
Bad weather during the winter months (especially snow) can severely compromise your safety while driving your car. In extreme circumstances, you...
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