These Backcountry artists will inspire you these holidays
In case you hadn’t noticed, the backcountry is a beautiful place. It can be hard work to get out there and home again, but few people would argue against it…
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Big snow dumps mean big, dangerous tree wells
Whistler and the whole of the Pacific Northwest is rejoicing this week after winter broke down the door with well over a meter of snow on the slopes and more…
Understanding Human Factors in Avalanche Safety
Why do so many people with avalanche training end up triggering slides more than a few times in their backcountry careers? It's one of the most perplexing conundrums of avalanche safety, one that boils down to psychology rather than skill or knowledge. Avalanche researchers have termed this effect collectively as "human factors."
Best Fall Hikes in the Sea to Sky
Summer in British Columbia is always over too soon, but that doesn't mean we can't make the most of the transition season before winter arrives. The fall can be bittersweet;…
Via Ferrata in BC: Bridging generations
Via Ferrata (or "klettersteig" in German-speaking nations) is a relatively young pursuit here in North America. But in Europe, its history dates back over a century. While the first via…
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5 Reasons to try Via Ferrata
Click here for all of our rock climbing activities: Summer has been poking her head out quite a bit recently in British Columbia, which means that hiking and climbing season…
An Ode to the Glacier Walk
Hiking through the mountains of British Columbia, sooner or later you'll need to cross a glacier. These ancient remnants of our last ice age elicit both awe and curiosity and…
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Best Rock Climbing Spots in Vancouver and Sea to Sky
With climbing season in full swing, there's no better time to start checking off routes on your rock climbing To-Do list. And as much as we're fans of frequenting our…
Rock Climbing 101: A Beginner’s Guide
The Coast Mountains and Rockies have some of the best rock climbing in the world. For that reason alone it's worth trying your hand at this truly exhilarating sport. But for those…
Understanding Backcountry Food and Nutrition
Food and water are what keep us alive as human beings. In the backcountry, these nutrients are just as important - arguably more so given the lack of available food…