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Catskiing in Canada: The season begins…but what is it?
Monashee Powder Snowcats / Photo: Markus Fischer Catskiing…. have you heard of it? Well don’t feel to bad if you haven’t. Less than a decade ago I stumbled upon one of winter’s best kept secrets....
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Gallery: Canada’s Backcountry / Monashee Powder Snowcats
Getting into the Cat / Photo: Kevin Hagell A photographic look into the unique culture of Canada’s back country activity called Catskiing with photographer Kevin Hagell filming for...
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What does it mean to be Stoked?
Sherrie Houghton all smiles at Chatter Creek/ Photo: Dylan Page Its time for me to admit I use the world stoked more than I should or perhaps people want. In my defense sometimes its the only word I...
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Winter safari deep in Rossland B.C.- How to bag the Canadian Big Red Cat?
Peter shooting between trees / Photo: Kyle Hamilton Mikel getting deep in the snow jungle with Big Red Cats / Photo: Kyle Hamilton Hunting for the best powder at unique places and discovering your “Big...
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What is the dream winter Valentine’s gift?
Giving that special someone something they will never forget and you can share together. Without a doubt Valentine’s is about connecting with your significant other.. and if that person happens to be a...
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Fernie’s deep white secret…
FWA Lodge / Photo: Patrick Belisle Thinking of hanging up the ski gear this spring? Think again… March can be one of the best months to get powder. At Fernie Wilderness Adventures its already looking...
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The world’s most unusual powder skis?
Garywayne ski company out of Whistler B.C. is behind what might be the most innovative ski design in the last decade. Photo: Stewart Medford The world most unique skis for powder skiing? You gotta have...
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Local snowboarder tips on getting the best from Lake Louise
Anyone who snowboards in Saskatchewan, Alberta or nearby on the BC border knows that “Going to the Lake” in winter months only means one thing. I’m going snowboarding at Lake Louise ski resort in...
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Skoki Lodge and Splitboarding?
SKOKI LODGE…. Spring Splitboarding and Canadian Heritage. Getting off of the Lake Louise gondola, I snowboarded down the backside and made my way to a spot I usually don’t stop. I aligned myself...
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Making powder friends at Island Lake Catskiing
I double-checked that my snowboard and boots were in my van before leaving the house. These will be my most treasured items for the next 4 days. I was headed for Fernie, BC which means one thing....
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11 reasons spring time skiing at Lake Louise is paradise
1: The Terrain Park is in top notch shape and the snow is getting softer. Time to practice those new tricks you’ve been dreaming about. 2: It can be a powder day in the morning and you can be riding in...
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15 Reasons to Ski in Summer
It’s the middle of summer here in North America and people are out camping, mowing the lawn and generally sweating without even having to move. On the other side of the world in South America, winter...
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It’s a PowderQuest in South America
The leaves are changing colour here in North America and winter is on the way. Meanwhile winter is finishing up its yearly visit to South America and the snow is melting. An interesting year for...
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10 Tips to get your ski or snowboard season started
Yes. Winter is here in Western Canada. Yes some of the ski resorts are open. Yes there is snow on the ground. Are you ready for it though? This is the top list of things people talk about as winter...
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Eleven products snowboarders and skiers need
It’s the holiday season, the snow is flying and resorts are filled with flocks of skiers and snowboarders. It also means it’s the best time of year to buy new products for your winter season of fun on...
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New Kokanee commercial stars Lake Louise
The famous beer brand Kokanee has launched a new commercial starring Alberta’s very own Lake Louise ski area. It also includes longtime Avalanche Forecasters and control workers Rocket Miller and...
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Three B.C. friends launch boutique snowboard business
When you walk into a store do you actually know what you’re buying and where is came from in most cases? No. This comes into play even more when you buy sports equipment. On a daily basis you’re...
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Francey: 12 places where the skiing or snowboarding can be sheer magic
There are thousands of places to ski and snowboard on the planet. So many choices and so many different kinds of places. They all hold their own special magic. Here’s a list of the places on this...
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Francey: As winter ends, new skiing frontiers beckon
Winter is over at all but the very highest resorts in North America. Most diehards held out to the end of May and others might have hung up the boots earlier. So unless you are planning on going to one...
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The Coldest Summer Vacations on Earth
It’s summer time. BBQ’s, cottage time, fishing, swimming and it’s HOT. It’s really hot! These next few months may be great for all things summer but one thing is for certain in North America: the sun...
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