There’s an attitude with the backcountry skiing crowd that hiring a backcountry ski guide is for newbies, and backcountry skiing is a do-it-yourself sport. When you hire a guide to take you into the backcountry, you discover new places to shred, you stay safer, and you improve your skills. It doesn’t matter whether you’re learning how to start backcountry skiing or you’re an expert, there’s always something to improve upon. Skiing with someone who’s better than you will make you a better skier. Period. Skip Craigslist and backcountry skiing forums for someone to take you out to learn, and hire...
Winter adventures are anything but ordinary. Winter brings a fresh perspective to exploring that you just don’t get in summer. Having to take extra precautions is one of the biggest ways that winter adventures differ from summer. There are seven fundamental things we think you should take into consideration before exploring frozen waterfalls and icy trails: The weather and wind chillRecognizing signs of frostbite and hypothermiaFunction over fashionChecking your gearGo with a guideAssess your physical conditionNutrition and hydration 1. Check the Weather and Wind Chill Weather The first thing you should do before going out is to check the weather...
Winter bike riding does not have to cost a ton of money nor does it have to be miserable. Winter is a great time to try new activities and get a little bit adventurous. Here’s how you can “opt outside” and not freeze.
Having the right snowboarding gear will make or break your first trip up the mountain. Snowboarding can be both exciting and frustrating at the same time. We’ve learned that it’s best to go into it with a positive attitude and know there will be struggles.