Avalanche education courses are an essential step in to learning to ski or snowboard backcountry terrain safely. Check out the courses offered in Jackson Hole by the American Avalanche Institute, Exum Mountain Guides and Jackson Hole Mountain Guides.
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The North Face Know Boundaries Episode 2
Episode 2 - The Avalanche Triad
The Avalanche Triad consists of the three most important elements for an avalanche: terrain, weather and snowpack.
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Episode 1 - Avalanche Introduction
The Know Boundaries snow safety initiative was created to provide valuable insight on the knowledge skills and training required for safe responsible backcountry travel. If you’re thinking about crossing the line these episodes are a valuable first step.
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Episode 5 - Respect the Mountains
In the final episode of the series, we hear multiple first hand accounts of being caught in avalanches including Jimmy Chin’s story of surviving a huge slide on Shadow Peak in Grand Teton National Park last April.
Read MoreMid-April, and the snow is still DEEP in Jackson Hole. The Mountain Pulse team took an afternoon backcountry lap on Teton Pass to partake in the powder. The riding surpassed expectations leaving us wanting more. This snow pack will be hanging around for a while!
Read MoreBackcountry riders are earning turns on Teton Pass. These lines on Edelweiss were photographed from Ascent Ridge on Glory Mountain. Mid-winter snow conditions continue to provide excellent riding in Jackson Hole!
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04/13/11
We caught up with pioneer snowboard mountaineer Stephen Koch on Teton Pass to discuss some tips on avalanche awareness. We got in a few turns as well.
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Glory Mountain - Western Aspects
This geoprogramming video is intended to highlight Glory Mountain on Teton Pass and the western aspects from its summit. Our mission is to amplify the messages of Bridger Teton National Forest, Friends of the Pathways, WYDOT and other entities supporting safe recreational access on Teton Pass. This video does not replace experience and should be used only for awareness and not as a guide.
Read MorePowder Week in Jackson Hole
Powder Magazine
The team from First Ascent go off the beaten path and head into the backcountry in Jackson Hole for some of the nation’s most epic snow-covered terrain.
Read MoreFIRST TRACKS: Bill Briggs
Written by Robert Z Cocuzzo
In 1971, Bill Briggs became the first to ski down Grand Teton. This winter, The Mountain Pulse sat down with the Jackson Hole legend to hear about his many adventures in the mountains.
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