Kristan BauerMt. Hood Ski Mountaineering, Pearly Gates South Side Standing at 11,239 feet tall, Mt. Hood is the tallest mountain in Oregon. Mt. Hood is a majestic sight from Portland and the surrounding area – it’s prominence makes it a formidable peak in...
Essential gear you need to stay safe in avalanche terrain No one wants to be caught in an avalanche. The best backcountry skiing is often in avalanche terrain so anyone who ventures into the backcountry should be prepared for the worst. For any...
Backcountry skiing around Table Mountain, Herman Saddle & Artist Point If you’re a skier and you haven’t been to the backcountry around Mt. Baker, you need to go. It’s a playground for backcountry skiers and snowshoers. The views are...
Mt. Rainier Ski Tour to Muir Snowfield & Panorama Point The Muir Snowfield offers some of the longest ski descents in the Cascades during the Winter and beautiful views of Mt. Rainier National Park. Backcountry skiing this past weekend at Mt...
Part 2 Avalanche Training: Snow Science, Group Travel & Rescue Scenarios Field training for avalanche safety is crucial in putting together learned knowledge into action. It will help connect the dots on what you learn in the classroom or...
Part 1: AIARE Avalanche Level 1 Training Avalanche training is a must for anyone who is interested in alpine touring or backcountry skiing. Even snowshoers and snowmobilers can benefit from avalanche training – anyone who is interested in...
Backcountry Skiing at Source Lake, Alpental Lakes Wilderness Source Lake, Snow Lake, and Pineapple Pass are popular Alpental backcountry skiing spots that are a quick drive from Seattle and an easy skin from your car. Source Lake is an accessible...
Learn To Ski Or Hone Your Skills In A Women’s Ski Camp No matter your skill level or age, there is a women’s skiing clinic for you. From the slopes in Colorado to Wyoming to Alaska, there are some great skiing camps for women of all ages and ability...
The Cone provides easy, accessible backcountry skiing at Mt. Bachelor Early morning ski laps on Mt. Bachelor’s Cinder Cone is a local Bend, OR backcountry favorite. Catching some turns before work or the lift lines open is made easy with the Cone...
