Utah Avalanche Center Podcast: “Shame and the Social Contract” Up to 90% of non-fatal avalanches do not get reported. But why? In America, there is a strong culture of shaming when it comes to avalanches. No one wants to admit that they messed up and triggered a dangerous avalanche. Related: What I Learned From Triggering an Avalanche in the Backcountry Last Season In this podcast, Utah Avalanche Center forecaster […] Backcountry AvyBrains | October 8, 2020 0 Comments
VIDEO: A Message From Your Utah Avalanche Forecaster Drew Hardesty is an avid backcountry skier that prides himself upon keeping others informed and safe while venturing out in this unpredictable terrain. He consistently follows the same skin tracks up Toledo Bowl before the sun has fully risen to observe snow conditions, make measurements, and provide fellow ski enthusiasts with condition reports. Drew is in love with the mountains and has used his passion […] Conditions Report Chris Wallner | November 2, 2015 0 Comments