Wasatch backcountry conditions report: 01-14-18
I took my first backcountry tour of the season yesterday. That is a pathetic fact considering it’s mid-January and I wrote a freaking guidebook about backcountry skiing in Utah. But I have much to...
View ArticleBackcountry ski rescue gear you didn’t know you need
Backcountry skiing is dangerous. Avalanches are our primary concern, so we gear up with beacons, probes, shovels and airbag packs. But what about conventional injury? Do you pack what you need to treat...
View ArticleWasatch backcountry skiing conditions report: 01-23-18
A big, cold, all-too-anticipated winter storm arrived in Utah over the weekend. Judging by the crowds at Wasatch resorts and in the backcountry, you’d have thought it hadn’t snowed in a year. Well,...
View ArticleTour the backcountry at Bonanza Flats
You may have heard about Bonanza Flats, but have you ever backcountry skied there? Well on Saturday, March 10th you’ll have your chance with the Tour Bonanza Flats event. The Wasatch Backcountry...
View ArticleSki Utah Powder Alert issued for this weekend
It may feel like spring as I write this, but Ski Utah issued a Powder Alert for Thursday, March 15th through Sunday, March 18th. A big storm is on its way to the Wasatch that may result in over two…...
View ArticleWasatch backcountry skiing conditions report: 03-18-18
A nice refresher storm swept over Utah this weekend, bringing much needed snow. The high, March sun did a number on the snow quality. So this latest powder dump made for ideal ski conditions in the...
View ArticleBackcountry Touring at Idaho’s Galena Pass
If you’ve already got a copy of Backcountry Ski and Snowboard Routes: Utah, then you know that the Beehive State has plenty of amazing touring options. But sometimes, you just need a road trip. My...
View ArticleBackcountry Skiing at Idaho’s Pioneer Yurt
“Is it possible these mountains are more beautiful than the Sawtooths?” I wonder aloud. It feels like I’m speaking sacrilege, but the view from where I am standing put the debate in my head. Jagged...
View ArticleUpcoming events from the Utah Avalanche Center
It’s so hot right now that you’re probably not thinking about ski season. But now is the time to mark your calendars as two events from the Utah Avalanche Center will be here before you know it. Black...
View Article25th Annual Utah Avalanche Center Fundraising Party
What’s the first sign that winter is coming? Why, the Utah Avalanche Center Fundraising Party of course! Mark your calendars for Thursday, September 13th from 6-10 p.m. This year is the 25th...
View ArticleWhat to expect at 11th Annual Utah Snow and Avalanche Workshop
Backcountry ski season is almost here (for some it’s already upon us.) That means it’s time to start thinking about avalanches, specifically avalanche avoidance. Do yourself a favor and attend the 11th...
View ArticleCentral Wasatch Commission and Alta dispute escalates
The dispute between Alta Ski Area and the Central Wasatch Commission (CWC) continues to escalate. On Wednesday, Alta sent emails to its subscriber list asking their pass holders to sign a petition in...
View ArticleKnow Before You Go Avalanche Courses now online
Utah’s early-season snowpack has monsters in the basement. It’s times like these (and any time you’re in the backcountry) that you need the tools to stay safe and avoid avalanches. But you need more...
View ArticleBackcountry skiing the Silver Fork Meadow Chutes
Overview The Meadow Chutes is a general term for the east-facing slopes of lower Silver Fork Canyon. The proximity of this backcountry terrain to Solitude Mountain Resort places it among the more...
View ArticleBest spring backcountry ski routes in Utah
Utah may be known for its world-famous powder, but spring is the best time to backcountry ski big lines in remote ranges. A more stable snowpack and warm, sunny weather are both advantages. But also...
View ArticleTalking spring backcountry skiing with Let’s Get Out podcast
When the ski resorts shut down for the season and you want to keep making turns, the backcountry is your only option. Luckily, spring is one of the most fun and safest times to ski big peaks in Utah....
View ArticleSkiing Pipeline at Snowbird
The Pipeline at Snowbird is among the most difficult runs to ski in Utah. Not because it’s particularly hard or technical, but because it’s never open. As such, making turns down this iconic chute on...
View ArticleHow to Raise Funds for Utah Avalanche Center During Covid-19
A chill the morning air, a dusting of snow in the mountains, and excitement for the annual Utah Avalanche Center fundraiser means fall is here. Except during the grotesque deformity that is 2020, the...
View ArticleFeatured Video: The WURL
The Wasatch Ultimate Ridge Linkup (WURL) is an endurance test for Utah trail-runners. But that’s in the summer. In the winter, The WURL has never been done. The route is 58km of continuous ridgeline...
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