Backcountry Barn Bash 2023

Join Union Bank, Smugglers’ Notch Resort and the Cambridge Village Market for the 13th Annual Backcountry Magazine BARN BASH at the Cambridge Community Center on Saturday, November 5. Grab your ski and snowboard buddies for great live music and three amazing films by our friends at Teton Gravity Research and filmmaker, photographer (and Vermonter) Iz La Motte. Plus, a legendary raffle, beer from a local brewery and food from Brewster River Pub and Brewery.

Keely’s Camp for Girls: Winter Scholarships and Backcountry Offerings

World Cup ski racer Keely Kelleher never had female coaches growing up, but she hopes to change that for the next generation. This year, Keely’s Camp is offering two backcountry-focused camps and a pair of sponsorship opportunities for ski-focused programs.

Ski GPT: AspectAvy takes the guess work out of decision making

A new app compiles pages of snow, weather, terrain and avalanche data to assist users in planning safer backcountry tours.

The Pregame: How to Plan Tours

No matter your goals for the season, it all starts with a strong plan. Brush up on your backcountry skillset before the snow arrives.

Take a Peek: The 2024 Gear Guide 🫣

“At the end of our Gear Test this year, I asked newbie and Teton Valley, Idaho, resident Kailey McKenna what she thought of the week. ‘It was like a river trip, but we didn’t go anywhere,’ she said. After eight Gear Test Weeks, I’d never thought of comparing our organized chaos and the slowing of […]

A Woman On A Mission: How Ellen Bradley Is Increasing Native Access To Snow Sports In Alaska

When Lingít scientist and skier Ellen Bradley returned to her traditional homelands on the southeast coast of Alaska, she was surprised by the lack of Native skiers and boarders. So she hosted an event to get local youth out on the slopes. Now she’s working with tribal organizations and the greater ski community to make the sport more accessible for Native kids.

A Ski Bum Looks at 30

Editor in chief Betsy Manero mourns Jimmy Buffet’s passing and revisits an editor’s note inspired by the “Margaritaville” singer.

Brandon Gap: Backcountry Ski Zones Built to Give Back 

After Hurricane Irene devastated towns near Central Vermont’s Brandon Gap in 2011, the community was looking for a way to revitalize. Their solution was a novel project: cutting backcountry ski glades to entice visitors to stay for a tour.

Backcountry Magazine Welcomes Designer Karianne Shetter

Backcountry Magazine is excited to welcome Karianne Shetter to the design team.

8,000 Meters Up: Andrzej Bargiel Skis Gasherbrum I & II

Renowned Polish ski mountaineer Andrzej Bargiel shares his experience from his latest achievement: the Gasherbrum Ski Challenge.

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