Avalanche danger level spikes in southern Idaho after snowstorm
The Sawtooth Avalanche Center reported that the risk of avalanches is "high" and "extreme" in certain areas Monday.
Avalanche watch issued for Lake Tahoe until early Tuesday morning, according to the NWS
An avalanche watch was reported by the NWS Reno NV on Monday at 1:51 p.m. in effect until Tuesday at 5 a.m. The NWS says, ...
Idaho Avalanche Warning in Idaho: Several Areas Told of Extreme Danger
Authorities strongly urge residents and visitors in Idaho to avoid all avalanche terrain, as several areas are very dangerous ...
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Two Decades of Railway Avalanche Safety
On Jan. 28, 2004, a freight train hauling 119 empty grain cars and three locomotives was traveling from Pasco, Wash. to Great ...
Measuring Risk: Learning how to explore the backcountry with the Patrol Fund
Towering snow-laden trees engulf me after hopping off the Flower Point chairlift and into out-of-bounds terrain. Eager to embark on my first journey through the backcountry, a tinge of nervousness ...
Avalanche warning affecting Lake Tahoe until early Monday morning, says the NWS
The NWS Reno NV reported an avalanche warning at 5:43 a.m. on Sunday in effect until Monday at 4 a.m. The NWS states, "The ...
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As snowcat ski tour offerings come and go at Colorado resorts, this independent ski area isn’t giving up
As the ski industry has morphed over the last 20 years, Loveland Ski Area has remained committed to its roots and mission as an independent ski area that does things differently. As a family-owned ...
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COTREX avalanche forecast feature enhances backcountry safety
Just in time for winter backcountry travel, Colorado’s official trail exploration mobile app, Colorado Trail Explorer (COTREX ...
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These 9 Major Ski Resorts Ban Uphill Access: Here's Why
Alongside the explosive growth of backcountry skiing, numerous ski resorts throughout North America permit uphill access. At ...
Skiers learn avalanche preparedness at Alyeska
The American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education held an introductory course on Avalanche safety at Alyeska over ...
9 Avalanche Safety Tips All Skiers Should Know
Venturing into the backcountry is as alluring as it is dangerous. As soon as you enter terrain that has not been mitigated ...
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Hike of the Week: Learn about avalanche danger before winter hiking and skiing
On Jan. 7, a backcountry skier was killed near Red Mountain Pass, marking Colorado’s first death of the 2024-2025 winter avalanche season. Although the conditions were rated as moderate near the ...