Data collection for scientific research can be a tedious task at times, especially when it comes to building a database of snow depth data. But a group of scientists based out of Oregon State University, the University of Washington and University of Alaska have joined forces to create a new method for gathering crowd-sourced snow depth data and are developing an army of backcountry skiing citizen scientists to help out.
Return to Evil: Hilaree Nelson revisits oblivion to ski India’s 21,252-foot Papsura
In March 2013 Hilaree Nelson set out to climb and ski a towering 6,000-meter monster in a remote corner of India. Papsura—or The Peak of Evil by its endearing sobriquet—commands a proud, west-facing couloir that plummets more than 2,500 feet from its 21,252-foot summit.
Basecamp TV with Andrew McLean, Season 2: Fueling
Andrew McLean talks fueling for long days and what snacks he loves when the tank runs low.
Basecamp TV with Andrew McLean, Season 2: How to Stay in AK
McLean talks travel logistics and base-camp feng shui for that bucket-list Alaska touring expedition.
Basecamp TV with Andrew McLean, Season 2: Picking a Partner
Even Andrew McLean isn’t a lone wolf in the mountains—here’s how he picks the right partner for an objective.
Basecamp TV with Andrew McLean, Season 2: Turning Around
In this episode: Andrew McLean talks about when to push for the summit or when it’s time to call it a day.
Basecamp TV with Andrew McLean, Season 2: Heuristic Traps
Andrew McLean is back for a second season of Basecamp TV, and this time he takes a dive into the softer skills of backcountry travel. Over five episodes, the Straight Chuter covers the nuances of nutrition, communication, safety, group dynamics and trip planning, all with his signature, expert blend of insight and humor.
Ski Mountaineering Skills with Andrew McLean: Couloirs
In this episode, Andrew McLean lives up to his moniker of “Straight Chuter” and explains the best methods for going up and coming back down couloirs.
Ski Mountaineering Skills with Andrew McLean: Route Finding
In this episode, Andrew McLean navigates his way to safe pow turns with helpful route-finding methods. Each week, Basecamp TV, in collaboration with Andrew McLean, brings you new skills to help grow your ski mountaineering gray matter and improve your understanding of how to move in technical terrain.
Ski Mountaineering Skills with Andrew McLean: Cook Tent
In this episode, Andrew McLean keeps the fire of stoke burning with cook tent setup techniques. Each week, Basecamp TV, in collaboration with Andrew McLean, brings you new skills to help grow your ski mountaineering gray matter and improve your understanding of how to move in technical terrain.
