When avalanche education is not enough
Digging into the human factor, the author investigates why we are losing so many who have the education, the gear and the experience.
by Trish DrinkleAt SnoRiders, we pride ourselves on keeping safety at the forefront—and we believe that snowmobilers across the country are doing their utmost to keep sledding safe and enjoyable. We talk to experienced riders and experts who know how to read terrain, and keep you up to date with events like safety workshops and products to help you stay safe. We all love to do things that get our heart racing and adrenalin pumping, so let's live to do it another day.
Digging into the human factor, the author investigates why we are losing so many who have the education, the gear and the experience.
by Trish DrinkleAs technology, techniques and our level of riding experience change, it’s important to keep our avalanche safety training up to date.
by Kirsten ArmlederMountain riders are getting more interested than ever in the technical aspects of open mountain meadow and tree riding.
Promoted by CamsoJennifer Coulter, Avalanche Canada’s lead field technician, offers up a myriad of ways to stay alive while backcountry sledding
by Kyle BornErik Foster of Colonsay Fire and Rescue encourages sledders to protect their heads and chests and to be skilled in first aid.
by Karen KornelsenThe rules, regulations and snowmobile licence information for each province in Western Canada.
Doing some exercise in the fall will help you experience less fatigue, ride better and reduce the chance of injury on your first days of a new season.
by Matthew MalloryFrom your gloves to your transceiver, here are the things that you should be checking before the season arrives.
by Matthew MalloryA DIY guide to performing a preseason snowmobile maintenance check.
by Matthew MalloryGet things ready in the fall and you’ll be prepared to safety hit the backcountry as soon as winter sets in.
by Matthew MalloryRiders around the world are taking advantage of this free online platform for learning backcountry safety.
by Kirsten ArmlederSnoman wants to ensure the trails are safe for all users by reminding people Snoman has a zero tolerance policy for drinking and riding.
by Karen KornelsenBrad Baber got tangled up in a nasty wreck. He could have lost his life without the necessary gear.
by Kyle BornThe Alberta Snowmobile Association has announced a program for the 2016-2017 winter season that will provide free avalanche training
by Jillian ClarkChest protectors prevent broken bones and damaged internal organs, so why aren’t more people using them?
by Kyle BornA behind-the-scenes look at the essential work of an avalanche controller
by Kyle BornPoor decisions are being made, and we’re all going to suffer if our level of training doesn’t start to catch up with our backcountry terrain choices.
by Kirsten ArmlederHere is a list of snowmobile-specific avalanche safety training providers in B.C. and Alberta.
by Kirsten ArmlederThe AST 1 course offered by many certified guides across western Canada
by Mason BuettnerOur sport has reached a critical turning point in the level of avalanche safety awareness and training needed.
by Kirsten ArmlederSTARS and SaskSnow team up and focus on safety
by Trish Drinkle