Monthly Archives: February 2011

This weekend was the final trip for the ACC Backcountry Training Program.  We met at Bow Summit about 30 kms north of Lake Louise and set out across  frozen Bow Lake.  The day before  it was -36 in Banff so … Continue reading →

After several years of improving my skiing, taking courses, doing field exercises and various training, I finally graduated to the big time.  Rogers Pass is one of the premier ski mountaineering destinations in the world and I was lucky enough … Continue reading →

I smashed my toe up pretty good this week in a skiing mishap.  Those who have smashed their big toe will know how hard it is to walk without it.  So, I had some extra time to sit by the … Continue reading →

After two years of research and saving, I finally put together my AT ski system.  It consists of Black Diamond Kilowatt touring skis with Diamir Fritchi Freeride bindings and G3 climbing skins.   This set up provides me with a … Continue reading →