An analysis of extended column test results compared to snow stability observations.
Comparing Extended Column Test Results to Signs of Instability in the Surrounding Slopes Read More »
An interview with Steve Scott, the operations manager and lead forecaster for Great Canadian Tours. Steve is also a manager with Revelstoke Search & Rescue, and President and Examiner of the Canadian Motorized Backcountry Guides Association.
Interview: Steve Scott on Managing a Snowmobile Guiding Operation Read More »
A look at the snowpack.avalanche.ca dashboard. What it does, how it works, how you can use it, and plans for the future.
Inside the Snowpack Model Dashboard Read More »
By Scott Thumlert This article was originally published in The Avalanche Journal, Vol. 137, Winter 2025 INTRODUCTIONAssessing, rating, and forecasting the physical hazard posed by snow avalanches is fundamental to daily work for avalanche professionals. Avalanche risk mitigation strategies (e.g. explosive control, communicating danger level and terrain advice to public, closing terrain at a resort,
CMAH 2.0: Adding Hazard Ratings to the Conceptual Model Read More »
Dynamic Avalanche Consulting was tasked to set up an avalanche control program for one of the snowiest ski resorts on earth – Lotte Arai in Japan.
Arai Magic: Establishing an Avalanche Program in Japow Read More »
Mike Boissonneault enjoyed a 37-year career in the Canadian avalanche industry, including 15 years as the head of the BC Ministry of Transportation’s avalanche program. Originally from Ottawa, Mike’s introduction to the avalanche industry was at the Granduc Mine north of Stewart, B.C., in 1979. When the mine closed in 1985, he moved nearby to
CAA History Project Interview: Mike Boissonneault Read More »
Martina Halik shares an account of an avalanche incident and the power of sharing her story with the public.
Avalanche Accounts: Sharing a Meaningful Experience Read More »
The importance of leadership is often emphasized in avalanche education. However, little to no education addresses our roles as followers.
The Importance of Followership Read More »
ATES 2.0 updates the Avalanche Terrain Exposure Scale by adding two new classes of terrain, a waterfall ice climbing communication model, and updating the technical model.
The Avalanche Terrain Exposure Scale V.2 Read More »
Forestry cutblocks can have an impact on snow stability or open up avalanche terrain. Do foresters recognize the impact of their work?
Landscape Architecture: Collaboration of Industries Read More »
