Comments on: More Avalanche News: Whistler Report & Risk Study http://www.outdoorvancouver.ca/2009/01/more-avalanche-news-whistler-report-risk-study/ The ultimate source for Vancouver's outdoor recreation enthusiasts! Thu, 09 Sep 2010 23:58:08 +0000 hourly 1 By: VancityAllie http://www.outdoorvancouver.ca/2009/01/more-avalanche-news-whistler-report-risk-study/comment-page-1/#comment-61 VancityAllie Wed, 14 Jan 2009 01:28:50 +0000 http://www.outdoorvancouver.ca/?p=1256#comment-61 I don't think it's necessary to "deal with" out of bounds/backcountry skiers and snowboarders. That being said, of course awareness and education is vital for everyone. I'm not surprised by Whistler's expert's findings. It was looking pretty sketchy out there when we were digging out profile pits at the beginning of the season. What a shame this is going to affect us all season. I don’t think it’s necessary to “deal with” out of bounds/backcountry skiers and snowboarders.

That being said, of course awareness and education is vital for everyone.

I’m not surprised by Whistler’s expert’s findings. It was looking pretty sketchy out there when we were digging out profile pits at the beginning of the season. What a shame this is going to affect us all season.

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