In my particular experience on this day, our group leader has been a trusted friend and riding partner of mine for decades. We have ridden together without serious incident over hundreds of trips and thousands of miles. Usually our thoughts match exactly when it comes to decisions on route or terrain choice—but this day it did not.Read More

I’ve made some serious mistakes in avalanche terrain, and I knew damn well they were bad ideas at the time I made them. Thankfully, nobody was hurt—but they could have been.
In an effort to help foster an environment of open, honest communication, I am sharing the following mistakes that I’ve made.Read More

SAR Managers frequently dispatch a small initial strike-team to respond rapidly via helicopter, which resolves most responses within a short period of time. This rapid-deployment unit will include an avalanche technician, a medical responder, and an avalanche search dog team or other expertise.Read More