Tag: Mountain Safety
January 18th, 2023 | Patrick Winlsow
Every SINGLE Item I Bring Snowmobiling in the Mountains
Mountain Sledder editor Pat goes through, one-by-one, every item he packs daily for snowmobiling in the mountains. Check out the video for all items and a brief explanation of why he chooses…
June 6th, 2022 | Mountain Sledder
Arctic Cat Partners with AIARE to Support Avalanche Education
Arctic Cat has announced a partnership with AIARE to support and promote avalanche safety education for mountain snowmobilers.
November 27th, 2020 | Mountain Sledder
Leaving a Trip Plan Is Super Easy With The AdventureSmart App
One of the best ways to ensure your safety when you're riding this winter is to leave a trip plan with a responsible person in case something goes wrong.
October 22nd, 2020 | Marty Anderson
Avalanche Canada Provincial Gov’t Funding Uncertainty Puts Programs At Risk
While Avalanche Canada is busy preparing for the season ahead, a significant source of funding for the organization is still up in the air—which will potentially impact the service levels they will…
January 10th, 2019 | Mountain Sledder
How to Splint a Broken Leg in the Backcountry
A broken leg in the backcountry can be a serious problem. First of all, it's going to be a painful injury to deal with. In addition to the pain, a broken leg…
December 17th, 2018 | Mountain Sledder
How to Deal with an Upper Arm Injury in the Backcountry
An upper arm injury—such as a broken collarbone or shoulder dislocation—is a fairly common injury in mountain sledding. These can be caused by an abrupt stop, a fall with arms outstretched or…
March 29th, 2018 | GADSAR
Hidden Danger: the Hazards of Snowmobiling on a Glacier or Icefield
Sledders are now pushing deeper into the mountains than ever before, and in doing so, gaining access to the remote and breathtaking glaciers and icecaps of BC. Accidents can be avoided when…
March 16th, 2018 | Marty Anderson
Why You Should Leave a Trip Plan with a Responsible Person
Who will know you're in trouble when you get lost or injured in the backcountry? Maybe no one, if you don't leave a trip plan with a responsible person.