Backcountry and Avalanche Safety

We know getting mountains of fresh snow in the backcountry is always tempting, but it can be extremely dangerous if you don't know what you're doing.

Make sure you're prepared before you go out with proper knowledge and equipment.

Here are some resources for riding in the backcountry safely

If you are planning uphill travel at our local ski resorts, please ensure you are abiding by all rules and following approved routes. For details:

Friday, Dec 05
High: 41°   Low: 36°
Mix snow/rain
Saturday, Dec 06
High: 46°   Low: 33°
Light shower rain
Sunday, Dec 07
High: 44°   Low: 29°
Broken clouds
Monday, Dec 08
High: 48°   Low: 34°
Broken clouds
Tuesday, Dec 09
High: 50°   Low: 37°
Overcast clouds
Wednesday, Dec 10
High: 55°   Low: 43°
Light rain
Thursday, Dec 11
High: 48°   Low: 39°
Light rain
Friday, Dec 12
High: 47°   Low: 42°
Overcast clouds
Saturday, Dec 13
High: 51°   Low: 38°
Few clouds
Sunday, Dec 14
High: 51°   Low: 38°
Scattered clouds
Monday, Dec 15
High: 50°   Low: 37°
Few clouds
Tuesday, Dec 16
High: 44°   Low: 37°
Few clouds
Wednesday, Dec 17
High: 42°   Low: 37°
Broken clouds
Thursday, Dec 18
High: 35°   Low: 31°
Heavy rain
Friday, Dec 19
High: 35°   Low: 33°
Mix snow/rain
Saturday, Dec 20
High: 37°   Low: 35°
Light shower rain

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