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Skiing the Tetons
Loading ...The avi hazard in the Tetons was high. Aaron had been out the day before, and knew that the peaks had been hammered by winds. We could stay low and hunt for powder, but there was another option. We could go high.
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The Wild Side of Patagonia
Loading ...Molly Baker and Zack Giffin returned last month from a long adventure in S. America. The two skiers finally found themselves in Villa Castillo for the primary expedition. Located North of Chile’s largest river, the Rio Baker, they went to the area to raise awareness about a major hydroelectric dam project on the Baker and enjoy the pristine beauty of Patagonia.
Cerro Vespigniani
Loading ...Molly on the 6+ hours up
We had seen Fitz Roy posing out there in the distance, like a monument to adventure, as we made our way further south on Argentina’s Route 40 to El Calafate.
Our group had recently covered 1600 kilometers (994.19 miles) from Bariloche to this Southern Patagonia region with our captain, Rodrigo Harding, [...]
Sano y Salvo: A Patagonia Ski Adventure
Loading ...I’m not sure how many times it will take before I learn that I am not cut out to be a ski guide. A misjudgment I frequently make is that everyone’s idea of fun is the same. I think it was that expectation that got me into trouble this time.
White Out Navigation
Loading ...If you’re a backcountry skier/splitboarder, its key to be prepared for the unexpected. Dont get stuck in the “dark” (or white); IFMGA Guide Evan Stevens offers tips tips on how to navigate through a white out in the backcountry.
Lines in the Snow; A Patrol Director’s Perspective
Loading ...Carving up public land; a patrol director’s perspective on the challenges of avalanche control and access for backcountry skiers within the bounds of a ski area.
Living with Deep Instability
Loading ...A word or two of advice on avalanche safety and preparedness from a San Juan snow mama.
Tres Marias y Refugio Frey
Loading ...Zack and Molly carve out the last of Argentina’s season of snow on the beautiful Tres Marias before heading back to Mt. Baker for a season of deep powder in the PNW.
Out of the Shadows – Dendrite Studios movie premier
Loading ...[ October 26, 2010; 8:00 pm; ] Seattle folks, come out to the Eastlake Zoo Tavern on Tuesday October 26th for the killer new flick from Dendrite Studios.
Show is at 8pm and tix are 10 bucks. All proceeds will go to the Friends of the Northwest Weather and Avalanche Center. you can check out the trailer at Dendrite’s web site here. Also [...]
Snow Bash 2010
Loading ...[ November 11, 2010; 8:00 pm; ]
Seattle and Northwest friends, please come join Outdoor Research at the Tractor Tavern in Ballard on Thursday November 11th to help support the Friends of the Northwest Weather and Avalanche Center (NWAC).
The night will be capped with performances by the Tallboys, a sweet gear raffle and lots of schwag…oh and GREAT beer from Pyramid Breweries!
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