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Ski touring in Revda, Khibiny mountains Russia
This year was a big change in my life as I decided to take a break from full time ski mountaineering and focus my attention on going to school and learning a the Finnish language. With that said we had
Kendall Peak Chutes Exploration near Snoqualmie
Ever since I hiked the Pacific Crest Trail through Snoqualmie Pass and seeing the Kendall Chutes I knew I wanted to ski them one day. Throughout the seasons my attention had always been focused on Crystal Mountain or Mount Rainier
Kautz Glacier Ski Descent of Mount Rainier
The Kautz Glacier is a stunning ski descent from the summit of Mount Rainier and one of the biggest lines in the Cascades. I was contacted by Amar Andalkar who was interested in finding a partner for the route. Soon
Lundin Peak and Red Peak in Commonweath Basin
Lundin Peak and Red Peak are two beautiful mountains at the head of Commonwealth Basin in the Snoqualmie Backcountry. With the weather looking good for the day we decided it would be a perfect ski tour. Our time was limited
Wahpenayo Peak in the Tatoosh Range
Wahpenayo Peak is the western most peak of the Tatoosh range above Longmire Visitor Center. Being before the gate it is one of the more underrated peaks within Mount Rainier National Park. Even reaching the peak you are in some
Cowlitz Chimneys From Cayuse Pass
Cowlitz Chimneys in Mount Rainier National Park is one of those lines that stands out from Crystal Mountain. There have been multiple occasions where I’ve had discussion with patrollers about accessing the Giant. The Cowlitz Chimneys have a unique formation
Frisco Mountain in the North Cascades
Frisco Mountain is one of the numerous options off of Rainy Pass to the southeast. While it would be a great ski during Midwinter the road doesn’t open until mid April. With Highway 20 just opening we made our way
Black Peak via the South Face
Black Peak is one of the bigger lines off of Highway 20. At 8,975 feet it is the 20th highest Peak in Washington State. Being in close proximity from Rainy Pass it is popular with both hiker and skiers. With
Sheep Lake Chute and A Epic Sunrise on the King
The Sheep Lake chute is one of the most beautiful backcountry ski tours around Crystal Mountain Ski resort. Here is a trip report of the trip
What is Recco and is it Useful in the Backcountry
It seems that most high end ski gear these days are equipped with a Recco reflector. The marketing has really pushed that you should have one if you are going to go on a backcountry ski. Many people ask if
Using a Dry Bag on your Ski Tour
When it comes to essential gear on a ski tour a dry bag is one of those pieces most often over looked. You may wonder why a dry bag is essential but in the post below I will explain why
What to Watch for to Avoid Avalanches in the Backcountry
From the moment you get out the door to when you are on a ski tour, there are obvious signs to watch for to avoid avalanches in the backcountry. Through both experience and learning from qualified guides I’ve learned the