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Johnson, Ted & Hofstetter, Chris Radium Ski & Snowboarding Guide
Calgary, AB, Canada Rocky Mountain Books 2003 092110295X / 9780921102953 First Edition Softcover New
This book covers all disciplines of backcountry snow sports from snowboarding on destination slopes to backcountry skiing, to overnight glacier expeditions in the remote and rugged Purcell Mountains. Areas include the Bugaboos, Horsethief, Toby and Jumbo creeks and Kootenay National Park. For track skiers, the authors describe the three Nordic centres of Nipika, Panorama and Baptiste Lake that offer a selection of groomed and trackset trails for striding and skating. The authors are local skiers and snowboarders who spend much of their winters in the backcountry around Radium. 88 pages includes general information on the area. Illustrated with B&W photos and maps.
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15.95 CDN
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Scott, Chic Powder Pioneers : Ski Stories from the Canadian Rockies and Columbia Mountains
Surrey, BC, Canada Rocky Mountain Books 2005 1894765648 / 9781894765640 First Edition Soft Cover New
Discover the rich ski history of the Canadian Rocky and Columbia Mountains with award-winning author and historian Chic Scott. He covers all aspects of the sport, ranging from the ski jumpers at Revelstoke in the 1920s to the birth of ski lodges and ski resorts to the heli-skiers, loppet racers and snowboarders of today. This is the perfect book to dip into on cold winter nights. 240 pages illustrated with colour and B&W photos.
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29.95 CDN
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Scott, Chic Summits & Icefields : Alpine Ski Tours in the Columbia Mountains
Calgary, AB, Canada Rocky Mountain Books 2003 1894765478 / 9781894765473 First Thus Soft Cover New
208 pages. A comprehensive guide to alpine ski touring in the Columbia Mountains of British Columbia. Illustrated with numerous B&W photos and maps. Includes information on preparation for the trip, backcountry lodges and huts, topo map references and useful phone numbers. "The best ski touring guidebook yet published in North America." - Couloir Magazine. An extended version of information on the Columbias contained in Scott's previous "Summits & Icefields." This book does not include tours in the Rockies which are covered in the former one.
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19.95 CDN
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Scott, Chic Summits and Icefields : Alpine Ski Tours in the Canadian Rockies
Surrey, BC, Canada Rocky Mountain Books 2008 189476546X / 9781894765466 Soft Cover New
Revised edition of Summits & Icefields. A companion volume to Summits and Icefields: Columbia Mountains, this guide to alpine ski touring in the Canadian Rockies features popular ski ascents, glacier tours and commercial lodges as well as describing the “grand traverse” from Jasper to Lake Louise. It also include the basic information needed before heading out, including that of snow conditions, weather, regulations, and required equipment and clothing.
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Synnott, Mark Baffin Island: Climbing Trekking & Skiing
Surrey, BC, Canada Rocky Mountain Books 2008 978-1-894765-98 First Trade Paperback New
Baffin Island, by world-renowned adventurer, filmmaker and writer Mark Synnott, is the first comprehensive guide to Canada's largest island (fifth largest in the world), which is quickly becoming known as a premiere destination for adventure travellers and thrill-seekers alike. Beautifully illustrated with stunning photos and detailed maps, Baffin Island is the best available volume for anyone considering a trip to - or even remotely interested in - the possibilities that a trek to Baffin Island has to offer. 6" x 9", 240 Pages.
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Tremper, Bruce Staying Alive in Avalanche Terrain
Seattle, WA, U.S.A. The Mountaineers 2008 1594850844 / 9781594850844 Second Edition Soft Cover New
A fine blend of technical details, practical advice, and common sense about snow avalanches and how to deal with them. Including scenarios, examples, checklists, and flowcharts; as well as special considerations for skiers, climbers, hikers, snowboarders, snowmobilers, and more.
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