Benjamin Krause
Photo Date: 
12/30/2010
Dropping one of the many cliffs that feed down into the Grace Lakes area - Stevens Pass, WA.
Aron Bosworth
Photo Date: 
12/31/2012
Digging snowpits to evaluate the snowpack for weak layers is one of many skills taught in avalanche training courses.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date: 
12/13/2015
A quick series of cuts with a ski pole can yield a block that lets you know how the layers of snow are binding.
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date: 
10/24/2017
Checking the beacons prior to entering the backcountry OR slackcountry!
Halvor Tweto
Photo Date: 
11/14/2016
The slackcountry can offer great terrain and untouched snow, but you should always bring your full gear setup when venturing out of bounds.