Risk Taking in Extreme Sports | Why Do We Do Things That Could Kill or Injure Us?
According to Psychology Today, some researchers define risk-taking asย engaging in any activity…
Snow Water Equivalent: What Is It and Why Is It So Important?
Skiing is a wonderful activity that wouldn't be possible without snow. To…
Understanding and Managing HAPE
For the avid mountain enthusiast, honing the management of risk and…
How to Make a Basic Ski Tour Plan Using CalTopo
Making a tour plan is one of the best ways to mitigate…
Utah Avalanche Center: Uncertainty, Risk, & Decision Making: Before, During, and After COVID-19
The following blog post is by guest author, UAC observer, and Wasatch…
HAPE: Mother Nature’s Silent Weapon
Why do they do it? Why do so many people risk their…
What’s Your Risk of Fire? California Wildfire Hazard and Risk Map About to Get a Huge Upgrade
Unfortunately, wherever you live in California, you probably face the threat of…
STUDY: 30% of All Avalanche Fatalities in Western USA Occurred During an Atmospheric River
Research published by Benjamin Hatchet, Susan Burak, Jon Rutz, Nina Oakley,…