Backcountry Group Dynamics: Making it Work
An often overlooked, but extremely important factor in any ski trip, is backcountry group dynamics. Last week the Whistler Museum hosted a talk as part of its Speaker Series titled…
Skiing the Duffey – Mt. Melvin in a day
Scratching the exploratory itch is what drives a lot of backcountry travelers. Some of the most memorable adventures begin by pouring over topographical maps and Google Earth imagery on the…
4 Reasons for Ski Touring Rogers Pass
Anyone who has spent time in British Columbia's winter backcountry has no doubt heard of the ski touring in Rogers Pass. The infamous mountain road that links the Trans Canada…
Link the wolfdog gets deep in Duffey Lake, B.C.
4 tips for ski touring with dogs
For dog lovers in the mountains, one of the most rewarding experiences is bringing your pooch along for the ride. People take their dogs on hikes, bike rides, ski tours…
Skiing the east face of Vantage Peak, Duffey Lake Road
In case you hadn't heard, December of 2015 was a an all-time month for snow. The Pig Alley Weather Station on Whistler Mountain measured 338cm for the month, making it…
Gear for successful skinning on skis
For first timers heading out into the backcountry, the first challenges usually revolve around equipment. Bindings that switch from ski to walk mode, snowboards that somehow split into half (and…
Forgotten Gear: The Backcountry Map
When driving around looking for a particular street address, do you find yourself watching the smartphone screen instead of the number on the houses? With the trusty Google Maps app (or…