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Backcountry Safety

Backcountry Safety 101: Understanding Avalanche Terrain

Brought to you by SCARPA Avalanches are not a force to be reckoned with. However, with proper backcountry habits, avalanche risk can be minimized. Related: Backcountry Safety Basics Part 5: Conclusion The diagram below is known as the avalanche triangle. To trigger an avalanche, you need all three things. The snowpack needs to be unstable and the location needs to […]

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Clay Malott | February 8, 2021
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Colorado Search and Rescue Teams See Increased Volume of Missions in 2020

Colorado Search and Rescue Teams have been busy this year—and there are no signs of letting up. People around the world have been turning to outdoor recreation during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Lake County Search and Rescue saw nearly a 300% increase in call volume between 2019 and 2020. Outdoor recreation is generally COVID-19 safe while other forms of recreation have […]

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Dominic Gawel | December 21, 2020
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HAPE – High Altitude Pulmonary Edema: The Lethal Consequence of Summit Fever

High Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE) should be at the forefront of every mountaineer’s mind. HAPE is fatal if the signs and symptoms are ignored due to summit fever. HAPE is one of the leading causes of death in high altitudes with rates as high as 6% for climbers who rapidly ascend in the Alps. HAPE is a life-threatening condition that […]

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Dominic Gawel | February 1, 2020
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NEWS: Worldwide Avalanche Fatalities Up 40% for 2014/2015

With better equipment available these days more skiers and riders are now heading into the backcountry. While the backcountry holds the fresh powder and gnarly terrain many of us are seeking it also has many risks, including avalanches. Avalanches are no joke. There were 137 deaths caused last winter season worldwide. While you will see lots of statistics on avalanche […]

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Jack Lafeman | October 26, 2015
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