Backcountry Avalanche Deaths

   November 11, 2020

With the rush to buy backcountry gear this winter, we pulled some stats about yearly avalanche deaths over the last decade. And we’re here to tell you, the safest thing to do in the backcountry folks, is “Other”. And snowboarding. Stay off the skis and snowmobiles folks. Be safe.

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climb_ca has written for GetOutdoors since the original GoBlog in 2005, back when the beat was destinations, gear deals, climbing and the occasional "Dumb Idea." Today climb_ca edits the GoBlog revival and writes its gear-history features, with a soft spot for the packs, stoves and brands that refused to die. Tips and corrections are always welcome.