On the face of it, the modern skier of today, what with the state-of-the-art gear and penchant for heli-fuelled descents, would seem to have little to learn from the traditional skier of yesteryear that relied on skis made from boiled wood planks and horsehair to get around. But for Whistler filmmaker Chris Winters, co-director and… Continue reading Return to Roots | Full Film and Backcountry Magazine Article
What a joy to experience live music again this summer! It was not without hesitation and much forethought into safe travel and how to go about an experience that would undoubtedly be different given current contexts, but it sure was a gift to share in the groove once again with a few thousand friendly strangers.… Continue reading Show Reviews & Photos | Phish at the Gorge and Shoreline| Glide Magazine
A RIDE TO STOP THE MINDEN SIREN By Brennan Lagasse Switchback after switchback, the trail climbs continuously as it snakes its way up Sierra Canyon. It’s hot and dry in the desert. The riparian greenery around a nearby creek offers brief reprieves of shade. The climbing feels endless, most likely because it’s my first real… Continue reading LISTEN TO THE WASHOE | Adventure Sports Journal
Once in a while, some of the magic from my professional photographer friends rubs off on me, and I capture a special image. I hope you enjoy these four photos, published in various print venues noted below. Natural Resources Defense Council, Spring 2021, Nature’s Voice Ascent Backcountry Snow Journal, Early Winter Issue Backcountry Magazine, Issue… Continue reading A Few Favorite Published Photos from 2021
Who do you give to on Giving Tuesday? There are so many amazing individuals and organizations doing good work in this world, the task can seem daunting. There are literally double-digit groups I can think of off the top of my head that work on protecting people and the planet that need support, and hundreds,… Continue reading Courage Project | Going Out is Going In
Stoked to see this shot of me by Ming Poon, in the New York Times of all places, taken from a great day last winter in our own Tahoe Backcountry. The article, linked here, is a good reminder of how busy it is likely going to be in the backcountry this season, and the utter… Continue reading New York Times | It’s the Winter of Backcountry. Here’s How to Start Safely.
This article spotlights one of the projects that came out of time spent in Arctic Village last summer. Check it out, listen to the music, the stories, and bring some joy into your day! Glide article with links to the songs and stories album
If you’re checking out my page and want to watch this video chances are you love the outdoors, the land, mountains, waves, rivers, rock, dirt, trees, plants, animals, and beautiful people in this country too. In two months the fate of many of the people and places we love will be tested in the November… Continue reading Our Common Ground and #makeadamnplan to VOTE with Protect Our Winters
