Backcountry Skier Killed in Avalanche Near Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada A skier was killed in an avalanche on Haddo Peak, near Lake Louise, Alta yesterday morning. Two skiers were caught, but one managed to self-rescue and dig out the other. Unfortunately, the skier had already succumbed to their injuries. Parks Canada responded to an avalanche involving two skiers on the northeast face of the 10,072-foot mountain in Banff National Park at 9:26 […] Avalanche AvyBrains | April 6, 2021 0 Comments
First Ski Descent On East Face Of Cascade Mountain In Banff National Park, Canada [arve url="https://youtu.be/BbOEBVaZMTA"] Nick Retterer | March 29, 2021 Likes Tweets 1 Comment
Canada’s COVID-19 Border Closure is Being Violated By Americans Americans are violating Canada’s COVID-19 border closure to go hiking. These Americans are trying to exploit the “Alaska Loophole” in Canada’s COVID-19 border restrictions. This loophole was intentional to allow Alaskan residents to return home from the lower 48. The only problem with the loophole is that some Americans are abusing it so they can go for a hike. Related: […] Alex Camerino | July 23, 2020 1 Comment
Parts of Banff National Park Closed Due to Wolves Approaching Cars and Entering Tents Wolves are generally solitary animals and do not interact with humans often. This narrative has shifted in Canada’s Banff National Parks where “bold” wolf behavior is being seen. That’s right, wolves approaching cars and even entering tents has forced officials to put closures and warnings in place for all in the region. Related: Camper Bitten by Wolf in Rare Attack […] Ryan Flynn | July 17, 2020 0 Comments
Banff, Canada Places CHECKPOINTS on Town Roads for Easter Weekend: Officials Asking Visitors to Leave The beautiful, Canadian mountain town of Banff, Alberta is often bustling with travelers and tourists who come to explore the scenic area of Banff National Park. But with COVID-19 this has all changed. RELATED: Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks Closed | Parks Canada Shuts Down all Canadian Parks This Easter weekend, the town of Banff will be setting up […] SnowBrains | April 10, 2020 0 Comments
Skating On A Frozen Lake In The Canadian Rockies Lake Louise, Alberta, nestled in the heart of Canada’s iconic Banff National Park, is a magical place. The beauty of its turquoise waters, Victoria glacier, and mountain backdrop are incomparable. It’s a wonder of the world that has to be experienced to be believed, and once experienced remains etched in memory. Named as one of the “10 most beautiful skating […] Jacqui Davis | November 15, 2019 0 Comments
Camper Bitten by Wolf in Rare Attack in Banff National Park, Canada | Wolf Euthanized A wolf that attacked a tent and injured a camper has been killed and the campground has been closed after a rare incident took place in Banff National Park, officials say. Related: VIDEO: 3 Pups Belonging to California’s Only Known Wolf Pack Caught on Camera Around 1 am on Friday, Parks Canada received a report of an attack at Rampart Creek Campground off the Icefields Parkway, […] SnowBrains | August 13, 2019 0 Comments
Backcountry Skier Killed in Avalanche Near Egypt Lake in Banff National Park, AB A 36-year-old Calgary man was killed and another man survived being buried by an avalanche near Egypt Lake in Banff National Park on the weekend, according to police. RCMP Const. Mike Hibbs said the tragic incident happened Saturday afternoon near the Egypt Lake Shelter. The skier who survived was partially buried in the slide, said Lisa Paulson, a visitor safety specialist […] Avalanche AvyBrains | March 19, 2019 0 Comments
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