Avalanche Info

Aybody who travels mountainous back country in winter faces the risk of avalanches.

Unfortunately, a relatively high percentage of outdoor enthusiasts has little or no education on how to...

• recognize avalanche danger,
• assess the risk involved,
• know safety equipment available,
• behave in case of an avalanche incident.
  

A excellent starting point to educate yourself on the topic of avalanche safety is the Web site of the Cyberspace Snow and Avalanche Centre www.CSAC.org.
You'll find valuable information like:

• Avalanche discussion forums
• Avalanche News
• Avalanche Conditions
• Avalanche Incidents
• Avalanche Education
• Avalanche Professionals
  

Click here for more information on Avalanche Safety.