State of the Backcountry 2015: VI| Sponsored by Alpenglow Sports

From Chamonix, France this is State of the Backcountry VI for for the 2014-2015 ski season. The mountains give; the mountains take. There are no words that can adequately express the deep sense of loss the global ski community feels when one of their sisters or brothers is taken doing what they love. Last week… Continue reading State of the Backcountry 2015: VI| Sponsored by Alpenglow Sports

The Over-Snow Vehicle Rule and a Backcountry Survey for Californians

If you’re a backcountry user, this is big, real big. For the first time in many years the US Forest Service (USFS) has finally issued what many are calling the most necessary step towards future balance in the backcountry. It’s been close to 10 years since the USFS issued the Travel Management Rule. This rule… Continue reading The Over-Snow Vehicle Rule and a Backcountry Survey for Californians

As Good As It Gets| A Ski Expedition to Sisimiut, Greenland III

All of the huts we stayed in on our trip last April were cozy and warm. The food was great, and of course, the skiing was fantastic. Back in Sisimiut, after several days exploring the endless options around Igloo Mountain, we had two more adventures to tap into. This is a leg of the mission… Continue reading As Good As It Gets| A Ski Expedition to Sisimiut, Greenland III

As Good As It Gets| A Ski Expedition to Sisimiut, Greenland II

Above the Arctic Circle, in April, there’s close to 20 hours of continuous daylight to work with. With assistance from core Igloo Mountain founders Larsaaraeq and Klavs, you’re in the best hands possible. In fact, everyone connected with these fine gentlemen cumulatively made up some of the most interesting, gracious people I have ever spent… Continue reading As Good As It Gets| A Ski Expedition to Sisimiut, Greenland II