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by Wagner Skis / Dec 22, 2022

A SKIER'S GUIDE TO PREDICTING A POWDER DAY

Want to be a Weather Pro? We caught up with OpenSnow’s Meteorologist Joel Gratz to find out how to track the biggest storms and predict a powder day.
by Wagner Skis / Oct 06, 2022

HOW TO SAVE SPRING SNOW

If you’ve ever skied the Rocky Mountains in the spring, you’ve surely noticed a layer of reddish-brown dust on the top of the snowpack. That dust may seem benign, a natural phenomenon precipitated by the windy spring season. 
by Wagner Skis / Jan 23, 2022

RESCUE RIGGING | WITH JAKE HUTCHINSON

Rescue Rigging   “Every theory has it’s holes when real life steps in…: ~ Jello Biafra/The Dead Kennedys   I try to remind myself of this every ti...
by Wagner Skis / Feb 08, 2021

9 BACKCOUNTRY MISTAKES

Todd Guyn studies risk, avalanche safety and human behavior for a living. He shared with us the most common mistakes he sees skiers make in the backcountry.
by Wagner Skis / Dec 30, 2020

GETTING INTO THE BACKCOUNTRY: PART 2 – GET THE KNOWLEDGE

So here we are. For most of us in the U.S., the 2021 winter season is begrudgingly and slowly arriving in the  mountains and after the 2020 season...
by Wagner Skis / Dec 11, 2020

GETTING INTO THE BACKCOUNTRY: PART 1 – WHERE TO BEGIN

So here we are. For most of us in the U.S., the 2021 winter season is begrudgingly and slowly arriving in the  mountains and after the 2020 season...
by Wagner Skis / Oct 19, 2020

ONLINE TOOLS TO HELP YOU STAY SAFE THIS WINTER

The pandemic will undoubtedly make the backcountry busier this season. Stay safe by complementing in-person learning with these online resources. R...
by Wagner Skis / Jul 08, 2020

AVALANCHE DOGS

What Avalanche Dogs are all About  Ava is tense with anticipation, sensing her handler Ty’s excitement and nervousness. She is intent and aware ...
by Wagner Skis / Mar 25, 2020

Resort Uphill Access

It makes sense that many skiers have turned to skinning uphill at their local ski hill. Before you head out, there are a few things to keep in mind.
by Wagner Skis / Mar 24, 2020

Avalanche Education Resources

If you are heading into the backcountry or avalanche terrain, now is a good time to freshen up on your avalanche education.
by Wagner Skis / Feb 10, 2020

EARLY SEASON AVALANCHE SAFETY CHECKLIST

Here is the all encompassing early season avalanche safety checklist. Now is the time to get your head in the game for a long and safe season.
by Wagner Skis / Feb 02, 2020

Avalanche Basics

As backcountry users, we can stay safe in the mountains by understanding avalanche formation – and following a few basic rules.
by Wagner Skis / Dec 05, 2019

HOW TO PICK AN AVALANCHE EDUCATION COURSE

This article clears up confusion on which avalanche course to take and leads you to the correct starting point. Ready to learn?
by Wagner Skis / Feb 26, 2019

GETTING MORE OUT OF SNOWPITS

Becoming proficient at snowpits requires instruction and years of practice. The pit is a useful tool when applied objectively. Dig and learn.
by Wagner Skis / Dec 03, 2018

Avalanche Rescue Technique

No one wants to be involved in an accident, but we are human and make mistakes. Being a solid rescuer should be as high on your priority list.
by Wagner Skis / Mar 14, 2018

AVALANCHE EDUCATION: CHANGING SNOW CONDITIONS IN THE SPRING

Spring brings longer days, higher sun angles, and the snowpack transitions from dry to wet. Here's how best to manage spring avalanche problems.