Category Archives: Backcountry

Limited Edition Liberty Ski to Raise Money for the Colorado Avalanche Information Center

Avon, CO – Sales of Liberty Skis’ Variant113 CAIC Limited Edition model for 2014 will benefit the Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC). For every pair purchased, Liberty will donate $100 to CAIC to help continue their valuable educational and forecasting work across the state. The CAIC Variant features unique graphics, and a fast, high carbon … Continue reading Limited Edition Liberty Ski to Raise Money for the Colorado Avalanche Information Center

Kenai Heli Ski Goes Majestic

Sutton, AK – Alaskan helicopter skiing operator Kenai Heli Ski has changed its name to Majestic Heli Ski effective immediately, in conjunction with relocating its operations to the Majestic Valley Wilderness Lodge. The lodge is located in Sutton, Alaska, which allows for direct access to the Chugach Mountain Range.  At the same time, the company … Continue reading Kenai Heli Ski Goes Majestic

Climber Dies in New Zealand Avalanche Near The Remarkables Ski Area

Queenstown, New Zealand – A 30-year-old New Zealand man died on Monday morning after being swept down a mountainside near The Remarkables ski area outside of Queenstown by an avalanche. The victim has been identified by the New Zealand Alpine Club as Jamie Vinton-Boot, of Christchurch, New Zealand, and the slide that took his life … Continue reading Climber Dies in New Zealand Avalanche Near The Remarkables Ski Area