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:

Tuesday, Dec 17
High: 46°   Low: 32°
Broken clouds
Wednesday, Dec 18
High: 48°   Low: 30°
Scattered clouds
Thursday, Dec 19
High: 47°   Low: 29°
Scattered clouds
Friday, Dec 20
High: 47°   Low: 28°
Few clouds
Saturday, Dec 21
High: 44°   Low: 29°
Scattered clouds
Sunday, Dec 22
High: 43°   Low: 33°
Broken clouds
Monday, Dec 23
High: 40°   Low: 33°
Light shower rain
Tuesday, Dec 24
High: 47°   Low: 33°
Scattered clouds
Wednesday, Dec 25
High: 42°   Low: 30°
Mix snow/rain
Thursday, Dec 26
High: 41°   Low: 29°
Mix snow/rain
Friday, Dec 27
High: 39°   Low: 34°
Mix snow/rain
Saturday, Dec 28
High: 33°   Low: 31°
Light snow
Sunday, Dec 29
High: 29°   Low: 25°
Heavy snow
Monday, Dec 30
High: 15°   Low: 9°
Flurries
Tuesday, Dec 31
High: 17°   Low: 10°
Few clouds
Wednesday, Jan 01
High: 19°   Low: 11°
Few clouds

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