![]() The author enjoying the Oregon backcountry. I also got some time with pro rider Austin Smith (you may have seen his awesome tiny home truck) to learn what he thought was most important for people wanting to enter this fun, and sometimes scary, world. Fast forward and, other than the occasional day at the resort here and there, I have spent most of the last 20 years earning my turns.įor those who want to get into it but don’t know where to begin, I put together some of my favorite tips to help you build your base, knowledge, and confidence in a non-intimidating way. That gave me my first glimpse of the freedom and adventure that awaits off groomed runs. My body was sore all over and my mind was blown. But at age 11, I took a snowboarding lesson and I never looked back.Īt 16, my dad snowmobiled me and my board to the top of some obscure hill in the wilderness. ![]() Growing up in Alaska, skiing is just what everyone did. That goes for any outdoor pursuit - but it’s doubly true for skiers and snowboarders. More than anything, it’s essential that you have a solid understanding of what it takes to be responsible for both yourself and the party you’re with if you’re heading into the backcountry. ![]() ![]() And while backcountry snowboarding through a forested powder bowl may seem safe enough, it’s only safe if you know what you are doing. The desire to get out away from crowds and into the backcountry is higher than ever. ![]()
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