by Wyatt Peterson
Beacon parks in Utah provide free avalanche rescue training areas where skiers and backcountry adventurers can practice transceiver searches, probing, and companion rescue skills. This guide explains what beacon parks are, how they work, where to find them across Utah, and why regular practice is essential in one of North America’s most complex snowpacks.
by Paula Colman
Watching a sunrise or sunset at an Utah ski resort is always special. As more women become interested in backcountry skiing, two local groups are introducing them to this through uphill skiing at sunrise and sunset at Park City Mountain Resort and Solitude.
by Paula Colman
Blue skiers and snowboarders who want to venture off-piste, into the trees and even through the gates have a selection of less-traveled, and not too scary trails at several Utah resorts.
by Wyatt Peterson
A practical, story-driven guide to avalanche awareness in Utah. Learn why Know Before You Go (KBYG) and the Utah Avalanche Center say avalanche education is for anyone stepping into winter terrain and not just for backcountry skiers. With insights from UAC educator Jeremy Collett, this piece breaks down simple, actionable steps to stay safe, informed, and confident all season long.
by Abby Stanislaw
Fuel your body well for big days in the backcountry with insights from Lucy Mower, RD with University of Utah Health
by Abby Stanislaw
Prepare for backcountry skiing this winter with essential avalanche education courses in Utah.
by Abby Stanislaw
Looking to elevate your avalanche awareness, on-snow skills, or refresh your knowledge for the upcoming winter? Look no further!
by Paula Colman
Taking an avalanche course with those you care about is not only fun but can help you all appreciate, understand and avoid the risks out-of-bounds.
by Tom Kelly
On this episode, Last Chair went into the Utah backcountry with Utah Avalance Center pro Drew Hadesty to talk about what our snow pack is looking like.
by Yeti
Why, how and where to get educated on avalanche safety.
by Tele Tony
The lines between resort skiing and backcountry skiing are more blurred than ever. Learn more about resort boundaries and how to prepare for the backcountry.
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