[VIDEO] “To the Hills and Back” – A Heart-Wrenching Documentary Exploring the Lives of 2 Backcountry Skiers Who Navigate the Aftermath of Separate Avalanche Tragedies

“Using stories has always been integral to our approach to avalanche education at the UAC. Since our inaugural avalanche education video, ‘Winning the Avalanche Game,’ back in 1996, we’ve recognized the power of storytelling to convey important lessons. When we set out to create a new version of the Know Before You Go program, we knew we needed compelling narratives to drive home the dangers of avalanches and the long-lasting impact of our decisions in mountain terrain. Collaborating with Sherpas Cinema proved to be instrumental. Their expertise in finding powerful stories enabled us to uncover three deeply moving narratives that perfectly illustrate our message. We’re immensely grateful to Adam, Katie, Brad, and Ginny for sharing their stories with us, and we hope that everyone who watches this film is as profoundly affected by their narratives as we were. Our ultimate goal is for viewers to take away a lifelong lesson about mountain safety and the consequences of our decision.” – Chad Brackelsberg Executive Director of the Utah Avalanche Center