The legendary skier and mountaineer is thought to be the only fatality in the slide at the Ski Center in Brezovica on Tuesday. This is a developing story, stay tuned for updates.
Resources: Crevasse Rescue
Our Mountain Skills article from Issue 156 lays out the basics of crevasse rescue. This page offers supplemental resources.
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.
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.
Sea to Summit to Stuff Sack: Packing Systems Reviewed
Stuff sacks, dry bags and compression bags. Are they really necessary? Increasingly, editor Greta Close doesn’t travel without them.
Lightweight Luxury: The Sleep Setup of the Summer
In the past you’ve had to trade weight for comfort, but these two products prove that’s not the case. This summer, we figured we’d freshen up our gearbox with something more in-season.
Skiing Amongst Lions: Andrzej Bargiel’s Gasherbrum II Descent
Andrzej Bargiel successfully skied Gasherbrum II, the latest objective in his project to ski the world’s highest peaks.
Cloudy Skies: Bluebird Backcountry Announces Permanent Closure
Bluebird Backcountry, the world’s first liftless ski area, announced its permanent closure on Monday, July 10, 2023.
Earth’s Root Chakra: The Mysticism of Mt. Shasta
Mt. Shasta is known for more than just its physical beauty. It stands out as an impalpable entity—an energy, a sacredness—that has inspired myths of hidden civilizations, religious movements and more.
Ski Bum Dreams: A Vermonter follows her father’s skintrack
There are many reasons to become a ski bum. For Greta Close, chasing her ski bum dreams meant following in her father’s skintrack.
