For those who wish to venture out of bounds and explore untracked snow, backcountry skis are like gold. Quality backcountry skis are made with a foam or wood core and are often used with skins which are strapped onto the bottom of skis to enable uphill traction. Gaining access into those hard-to-reach places is no easy work, which is what makes it so worthwh… read more
Backcountry skiing is an exhilarating sport. With this activity, you need to keep safety in mind at all times. Purchasing an avalanche beacon is an important part of this. Buying a good quality avalanche beacon could become a life saving course of action, so follow these tips on buying an avalanche beacon and learn to use it. read more
Backcountry skiing is skiing on unmarked, ungroomed slopes outside of ski-resort boundaries requiring the skier to climb slopes to gain access to untracked terrain. Backcountry skiing requires specialized equipment, safety gear and avalanche-safety knowledge. read more
Backcountry skiing is an exhilarating form of skiing that combines cross-country skiing with downhill skiing. Backcountry skiers climb slopes outside of ski-resort boundaries to access untouched terrain. The backcountry skier uses randonee or telemark skis, rather than traditional alpine ski equipment. read more
Backcountry skiing is also known as Alpine touring or mountaineering. Backcountry skiing combines cross-country with ascents and descents away from the commercial trails favored by ski resorts. In this way, the backcountry skier is away from the crowds and engaging in a more independent experience. With this freedom, however, comes the responsibility of deal… read more
Ask someone about their skiing tips for a great backcountry trip, and you are likely to hear about locations and also special starting spots for some excellent powder. Lost in translation are the skiing tips that could quite possibly s… read more
Few activities are more exhilarating than backcountry skiing or snowboarding. The lack of crowds and lift lines, as well as the chance to experience untracked snow gives the expert skier or rider the ultimate sense or freedom. However,… read more
Backcountry skiing is enjoyed worldwide by skiers who like to experience fresh powder and unchartered terrain. Having the right equipment is essential to having a safe backcountry skiing experience. read more
Backcountry is a loosely used term that refers to land that is isolated, undeveloped, remote and difficult to access. The most important means of travel in the backcountry is that which is human powered. Most wild areas that fall under… read more
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Saskatchewan offers the most consistent sun in Canada, offering up to 2,500 hours of sunshine a year. This makes it an excellent place for outdoor activities, including lots of winter sports. Saskatchewan offers extensive plains that p… read more
Telemark skiing, also known as free heel skiing, uses skis with a binding that connects the boot in a fashion similar to cross-country skiing, connecting the boot to the ski at only the toes. Telemark skiing has its own type of turning… read more
Carved out by glaciers and volcanoes, Lake Tahoe, California, offers many recreational opportunities. Mountains cup one side of the crystal clear lake, which holds 39 trillion gallons of water and is fed by 63 streams and two hot sprin… read more
Cross-country skiing has many different styles, including skate, traditional and nordic backcountry. Nordic backcountry skiing is one of the best ways of touring the backcountry and getting out of the ski area set-tracks. read more
Snow blades, also called ski boards, are short skis ranging in size between 75cm and 125cm. They turn quickly, transport easily and weigh less than full-sized skis and snowboards. The snow blade's bindings work with regular alpine ski… read more
Pristine, untracked slopes await the experienced backcountry skier out to explore the hidden powder of the Rocky Mountains. Reserve one of Colorado's 10th Mountain Division Huts and spend the night in the backcountry or visit Utah's Wa… read more
Rustic cabins in Clearwater, British Columbia, Canada, are near Wells Gray Provincial Park, which is known as the Waterfall Park. Hikers can view the dramatic Helmcken Falls, 463 feet high, from the 5-mile long Helmcken Brink Trail. Wi… read more
Backcountry skiing can encompass everything from those seeking steep and deep powder chutes to those who use skis to hike through the woods in winter. Backcountry touring gear, as it is called, differs substantially from downhill gear… read more
Cross country skiing, which is the original form of skiing, is less flashy than its alpine cousin, but is a great form of exercise and a good way to get out and avoid the winter blahs. Cross country skiing has evolved into multiple dis… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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