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Peter Benton

February Trip Report: Steep, Deep, and Trees – Keefer Lake Lodge, BC

pow slashing in the trees

Gostlin Keefer Lake Lodge is a new player in the catskiing game, but don’t let its young age fool you. The goods, should you chose to address them as such, are abundant in this nook of the woods. A beautiful lodge featuring custom post and beam woodwork, an epic games room, hot tub, sauna, full bar, and even a glass […]

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Pete B | April 12, 2019
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February Trip Report: Ski touring at Ymir Lodge, BC.

Morning sun on the first run

Ymir Lodge is off the beaten path and under the radar. This rustic lodge is tucked away in the Nelson range and offers unique access to all kinds of terrain. Accessible by helicopter, this ski touring lodge starts you off at 1970m with fantastic skiing in all directions. Plenty of tree skiing means great runs in any condition, and impressive […]

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Pete B | March 8, 2019
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January Trip Report: Cold Smoke Powder At Valhalla Mountain Touring, B.C.

Idaho Peak at sunrise

Nestled deep in a secluded valley in the Valhalla mountain range of BC is a little slice of paradise known as Valhalla Mountain Touring. A beautiful post and beam lodge offers a temporary home for those that venture into this remote mountain wilderness, but despite the comforts found inside, the real treasure lies in the surrounding hills. I was lucky […]

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Pete B | February 22, 2019
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Teton Backcountry Alliance: Keeping the Pass Open

Avalanche paths over the highway

Many travel the mountain passes of Wyoming, and for a variety of reasons. In one particular pass on Wyoming Highway 22, controversy is stirring due to different views on how the pass should be used. In recent years a growing number of winter recreationists have been coming to Teton Pass and this increase is coming with some unexpected side effects. […]

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Pete B | January 26, 2019
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