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18 Feb 2016 What is it, specifically, that makes backcountry skiing Mt. Baker so sweet? In this local's guide, we explore those reasons.
15 Jan 2018 This season, it was maps. In the winter of 2017, Bellingham, Washington guide company Baker Mountain Guides began printing a backcountry ski map, laying bare popular lines directly outside the ski area, complete with preferred ascent tracks. As you can imagine with small-town ski bum politics, some in
Mount Baker's backcountry and off piste skiing is amongst the best in the region thanks to an abundance of natural snowfall and great steep lines. avalanche-prone slopes in America, it would be foolish to venture outside of the ropes without avalanche knowledge, a beacon, and likely a guide who knows the area well.
30 Nov 2016 Mount Baker, which is best known for its snowfall totals is best loved by locals for its easy to get to lift access to backcountry terrain. The Baker Ski Patrol has a unique way of managing the terrain, too. They have a really clear-cut boundary policy and they put the onus on the skiers to know their stuff and
Overview. This is backcountry skiing and snowboarding you've only ever dreamed of. The Mount Baker Backcountry receives the most snow of anywhere in the world. This isn't hype, this is a hard, documented fact. Fierce Pacific storms collide with the unique topography of the Mount Baker Backcountry, creating a
Product Description. In his second published guidebook, author Matt Schonwald, founder and owner of BC Adventure Guides not only applied his incredible breadth of knowledge. He also put his heart and soul into making sure accurate and helpful information would get across to you. What's in the premier edition?
Because all of our Mount Baker ski trips are custom, it's easy to add 1-2 days to your itinerary to do more skiing, or focus on learning ski mountaineering skills such as glacier navigation and crevasse rescue in a ski context. Skills Required. Experience with backcountry skiing or splitboarding, preferably at least 2 seasons of
Preparing for Travel in Avalanche Terrain. One of the most commonly overlooked aspects of decision making in avalanche terrain is pre-trip preparation. Most backcountry skiers and snowboarders do a pretty good job of looking over the avalanche report in the AM, and are generally familiar with the hazard rating for the day
These backcountry areas are not controlled by ski patrol and there are extreme avalanche dangers present. Check the avalanche forecast and be prepared with the proper knowledge and backcountry gear. If you don't have that knowledge or gear, there are local guide services like the Mount Baker Mountain Guides that
9 Feb 2012 With abundant snow, the Mt. Baker backcountry can usually be skied year-round.

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