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With snow conditions for steep lines gone sour with the warm temps, Josh Dirksen finds adventure on our terrain park built close to basecamp. Helicopter drops onto surreal Alaskan peaks, snow cat tours to misty Canadian mountains, snowmobile rides to wherever, whenever ... Welcome to the fossil-fueled lifestyle of the ski and snowboard film industry for the last 20 years.
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Craig Dostie started Couloir magazine 20 years ago (then โLe Chronicle du Couloirโ), when backcountry skiing was very much a fledgling, little-known sport, and he did so out of a very unlikely birthplace, the LA suburb of Moorpark. It grew to become the countryโs leading backcountry ski magazine and helped promote backcountry skiing and snowboarding during a period of tremendous growth that brought it into mainstream consciousness โ relatively speaking, as it remains somewhat of a fringe sport, guarded by sweat and effort.
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The opening footage of Warren Millerโs 59th annual homage to the global ski lifestyle, โChildren of Winter,โ features two Tahoe locals who run an Alaska heli-ski operation, two race-bred Olympians and a converted fishing trawler with a heli pad cruising the Chugach Range of maritime Alaska. The floating foursome picks off virgin big mountain peaks like theyโre shooting ducks at a carnival booth.
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You've been glued to the TV watching the fifth season of Survivor and are craving an adventure of your own, but you don't want to fly thousands of miles from home or wither away to skin and bones in the process. Don't worry--there is something that offers challenging physical and mental tasks, requires teamwork and has a rewarding end. It's called adventure racing. There are dozens of races to choose from. Whether you're looking to compete for 3 hours or 6 days--there's bound to be a race that suits your desire. Most races require teams of three to mountain bike, kayak, and run their way to the finish line. Once you've narrowed down your decision to one particular race, next comes the training.
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Nothing compares to skydiving for the sheer adrenalin rush. Immersed in the moment, Karen forgets the recommendation to keep oneโs mouth shut โ to avoid the discomfort of wind flapping the cheeks like sheets in the wind.
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Craning my neck to see off the ledge I scan the terrain above me. I can see a blocky route that could go, but it looks sketchy. Weโve been testing that kind of chunky choss all day โฆ no bueno. Gotta be here somewhere โฆ I scoot out a little bit farther towards the edge of the ledge.
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To be frank, I thought about starting this story with an epic. Some hanging on the thin edge thing: frozen fingers grasping for a nub, a hair-raiser of a lightning storm scrubbing the inside of your helmet, being skinned alive by a fall on run-out slab. It sells magazines and stokes campfires, not to mention touches the void that is eg
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โWhat is alpinism, anyway?โ Terry Kearney was starting to rave as we burned through the last of our fuel. It was the morning after our second bivy. The sun played coy with our perch on the north face of Birch Mountain, in the outer orbit of the Palisades. โIs it all speed-aided 72-hour push up some heinous M8 wall? Is it just Steve House and the latest mad Hungarian? I love reading about that stuff, but Iโll never touch it. Maybe itโs more like two old men sharing one Ramen and no coffee for breakfast.โ
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One needs only to glimpse a monster truck show to know that big wheels roll over objects easier. So why have mountain bikers stuck to one wheel size for nearly three decades, one thatโs three inches smaller than a standard road wheel nonetheless?
Read MoreHybrid versus standard. Incandescent versus compact florescent. Disposable versus cloth diapersโฆgreen choices can be daunting these days. Probably your single most important eco-decision of all is transportation. Driving ranks right up there with electricity as one of the top two causes of pollution that the average American contributes to the environment. But are buses or railways any better than automobiles?
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From pioneering adventure travel to river glamping, Jerry Ashburnโs legacy continues to shape the experience along the South Fork of the American River. ๐
Click the link in our bio to read Anthea Raymondโs latest article about the story behind EarthTrek Expeditions and discover the journey that began over forty years ago. ๐ โฌ๏ธ
Story by @lariverbeach ๐
Photos by Jerry Ashburn, Dylan Silver and James Kaiser at @oars_rafting ๐ธ
#Whitewater #Kayaking #AdventureTravel #RiverGlamping #SouthForkAmerican
Last weekend our writer @ellasuring joined @envirosports for a trail marathon in the Marin headlands! Filled with breathtaking views, single track trails and a supportive community, the event offered so much.
Thanks so much to @anavi._.d for capturing these amazing photos, and to @envirosports for making it happen. You can find more of these events at the link in our bio ๐
Spring brings warmer days, but the skiing stoke doesnโt have to end! โ๏ธ
Dive into the heart of Nevadaโs Great Basin with @joshdaiek and his film โMountain State.โ From daring couloirs to remote ghost towns, this film covers the highs and lows of skiing in Nevada. ๐ป
Click the link ๐ in our bio to read Kurt Gensheimerโs article and discover the untamed beauty of Nevadaโs hidden ski gems.
OR watch โMountain Stateโ and โMountain State 2.0โ on @salomon TVโs YouTube channel. ๐ฝ๏ธ
#SkiFilm #Salomon #Backcountry #MountainState #SkiNevada
@travelnevada
Thereโs still time for spring skiing at @bvadventure
With over 65 kilometers of groomed paths and a cafe on the trails, itโs a great destination for the whole family.
#xcskiing #adventure #california
All State Parks in Big Sur Area Closed Due to Highway 1 Road Slip Out ๐โ
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Due to the road slip out on Highway 1 at Rocky Creek in Monterey County, all State Parks in the Big Sur Area are now closed to day use and camping. โบ๏ธ That includes Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, Andrew Molera State Park, Limekiln State Park, Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park and Point Sur State Historic Park. โ
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State Parks will continue to work closely with Caltrans and CHP to assess impacts to the highway and will update closures as road conditions allow. ๐งAll camping reservations will be cancelled, and refunds will be processed. โ
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An exact timeline on when these parks will reopen depends on road repairs. For more on those repairs, please contact Caltrans. ๐ฅโ
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๐ธ Road Closed by Sundry Photography & Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, California Martina Birnbaumโ
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Looking to beat the crowds this season for some spring skiing? Just 3 hours from the Bay is Bear Valley Mountain Resort. Our writer @ellasuring explored the area this weekend and was greeted with short lift lines and friendly faces to share in the stoke!
@bearvalleyresort is located between Tahoe and Yosemite and is the perfect casual ski destination for friends and families. With a variety of terrain levels, rentals, a lodge and lots of dining options, itโs the perfect winter getaway.
#california #skiing #snowboarding #winter #mountains #snow #adventure
Weโre teaming up with @elevationoutdoors_mag @out_there_outdoors_magazine @biolite @lectricebikes @orukayak @geticybreeze @unchartedsupplyco @hollywoodracks @bearpawshoes @theprobar @luno.life to send one lucky winner home with an epic set of outdoor gear. If youโre ready for adventures this spring, visit the link in our bio to enter for a chance to win the prizes below.
Lectric eBikes XP 3.0
Oru Kayak โLakeโ
Icy Breeze Platinum
BioLite FirePit+
Outdoor Adventure Media Magazine Subscription
Uncharted Supply Duffel, First Aid Plus, and Donโt Die Hat
Hollywood Racks Destination E
Bearpaw $300 Gift Card
PROBAR $300 Gift Card
Luno $300 Gift Card
Must be 18+ and a resident of the USA to enter. Winner will be contacted via email within one week of the close of the giveaway. This giveaway is not endorsed, promoted, or sponsored by Instagram. Visit the giveaway page for all rules.
Make your spring backcountry travels count! โท๏ธJoin @communitysnowobs to measure and report snow depths while adventuring. Urban snow data is equally crucial! โ๏ธ
Click the link ๐ in our bio for more information and learn how you can get involved.
Anytime, anywhere, your measurements contribute to real-time snow condition modeling.
๐ธ @brookemaush @katreenwjones and Liz Carey
#SnowDepthMonitoring #CitizenScience #RealTimeData #CommunityScience #SnowScience #BackcountrySkiing #CommunitySnowObservations #Outdoors #Snow #Adventure
๐ธ Embrace the vibrant magic of spring in California`s desert state parks! ๐ผ Get ready to be amazed by a sea of rainbow colors as the wildflower season blooms in all its glory. ๐โจ Don`t miss out on this impressive display of nature`s artistry! ๐บ๐ตโ โ
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Learn more about the bloom at the link in our bio!โ
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ยฉ California State Parks, all rights reserved. 2024.โ
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#SpringinCalifornia #WildflowerSeason #NatureAtItsFinest
๐๏ธ As the popularity of dispersed camping grows, an increasing number of campers are leaving the beaten path. Picture the disappointment of arriving at your chosen adventure spot after hours of planning and travel, only to find it strewn with litter. โ
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๐ฟ Let`s safeguard the unspoiled magnificence of our natural surroundings! โ
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Click the link in our bio ๐ for five essential tips to ensure your next outdoor escapade respects and preserves the beauty of our wild spaces. โ
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Photo and story by Krista Houghton
Disconnect to Reconnect: James Murren shares his annual tradition of a โDigital Detoxโ in this issueโs Earn Your Beer column. ๐ต
This year, he turned to the deserts of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park to reset. Read about his soul-refreshing experience. Cheers to adventure and unplugging! ๐ต
Featured Brews โ The Butcher by @societebrewing and Bigfoot Barleywine-Style Ale by @sierranevada ๐ป
Photo by Left Coast Photographer ๐ธ
See the link in our bio to read more. ๐
The grand finale of the 23-24 @alpenglowsports Winter Speaker Series is THIS Thursday. Dave Nettle concludes the series with his presentation, โSki Touring the Tyrol.โ
๐น Event Details:
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Date: Thursday, March 7th
๐ Time: Doors open at 6pm, Show starts at 7pm
๐ Location: Palisades Tahoe Olympic Village Events Center
๐๏ธ Admission: FREE for all ages!
๐บ Livestream: Tune in via Alpenglow Sportsโ Youtube Channel
๐ See link in bio for more info.
Prepare to be transported on a journey through the stunning Tyrol region, filled with humor, expert tips, and breathtaking adventure. Plus, enjoy the lively atmosphere with bar offerings and giveaways, with proceeds benefiting @slowfoodlaketahoe, the nonprofit beneficiary for the evening.
Donโt miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable event and support a great cause! RSVP for the livestream or join them in person!
๐ธ Dave Nettle
#AlpenglowSpeakerSeries #AdventureAwaits #SkiTyrol #DaveNettle #AlpenglowSports
