A fun day on a classic Rockies line off Mount Temple’s north ridge. Snow quality prevented this tour from getting a 3-star rating from me as it was skied out when we were there.
Aemmer Couloir **
Lake Louise backcountry ski touring.
The goal of this site is to help folks have fun, and keep track of, backcountry skiing around Fernie, BC. You won't find much commentary on avalanche stuff since I'm not a guide nor do I want to be. I'm just your average, non-rad skier with a GPS and a camera who cheats on his wife. It's entirely your own fault if you end up in trouble so use your own best judgement when out touring. And remember kids… keep your dick in your pants!
Lake Louise backcountry ski touring.
A fun day on a classic Rockies line off Mount Temple’s north ridge. Snow quality prevented this tour from getting a 3-star rating from me as it was skied out when we were there.
Lake Louise backcountry ski touring.
A surprisingly quick ski tour up an easily accessible 11,000er. Via Hector’s crevassed north glacier. Continue reading “Mount Hector **”
Yoho National Park backountry ski touring
A classic ski mountaineering adventure that deserves a write-up. A few alternative descents are possible if conditions permit! Continue reading “Cathedral Mountain ***”
Banff and Sunshine Backcountry ski touring.
An awesome ski-assisted scramble and slog if that is your thing. If not, this will probably be a 1-star rating for you. Via Citadel’s south ridge.
Kananaskis backcountry ski touring.
Via Burstall Pass and Commonwealth Creek. A fun traverse around Mount Birdwood that allows you to see a bunch of cool terrain. Continue reading “Birdwood Traverse **”
Lake Louise backcountry ski touring.
Via Cirque’s south ridge and Katherine Lake exit. This tour has a lot to offer – skiing, scree, rappelling, glacier travel, and a fun couloir! The Katherine Lake exit is longer, but allows you to return to the start without needing a second vehicle. Continue reading “Cirque Peak North Couloir **”
Banff backcountry ski touring.
Via unnamed Numa NW3’s north ridge. A fine reward for a less-than-desirable ridge scramble. Continue reading “Numa North Chute **”
Lake Louise backcountry ski touring.
A deservedly popular ski ascent in the Yoho with a couple cool lines to ski along the way, if you wish. Save it for a stable weekday to avoid the crowds! Continue reading “Mount Field **”
Banff backcountry ski touring
Via Haffner’s southwest slopes. A nice little summit with great views and decent skiing when you’re short on time and/or stability. Continue reading “Mount Haffner **”
Lake Louise and Emerald Lake backcountry ski touring.
Via Emerald’s South Ridge. A fun, safe variation to the classic slide-path route. Continue reading “Emerald South Peak ***”