Top Bird Cam
This view is from the top of the Blue Bird Quad, elevation 7640′. View rotates automatically. Click image for larger view.
Going Beyond the Signs? BE PREPARED.
Backcountry skiing and snowboarding are enjoyed by passionate Brundage Mountain riders who like to experience fresh powder and awesome terrain outside the patrolled and controlled parts of the ski area. Brundage Mountain wants everyone to know that having the right equipment and training is ESSENTIAL to having a safe backcountry experience. Those epic powder lines are spectacular. They are also potentially dangerous.
Know before you go.
Be smart. Here’s how:
- Watch for hazards. The backcountry is littered with hazards, including the threat of avalanches.
- Educate yourself before you leave the Brundage Ski Area boundary, you do so at your own risk.
- Ski and ride in groups. Bring a cell phone, avalanche beacon, shovel and probe at all times.
- Be conscious of daylight. Brundage does not ever patrol the backcountry. Getting lost sucks. Getting lost at night REALLY sucks.
- Have a meet-up plan. Pick a spot to reconvene if your group splits up.
- Wear a helmet.
- Respect your ability level.
- Pay attention to the signs; they’re there for you.
Remember there are no ski patrol services, rescue may be at your own expense.
avalanche Safety
There are many aspects to consider when learning to travel safely in the backcountry. The best way to survive an avalanche is TO AVOID ONE.
Here are some key aspects of AVALANCHE SAFETY:
- Recognize Red Flags
- Identify Avalanche Terrain
- Travel Safely in the Backcountry
- Perform a Rescue
AVALANCHE SAFETY Classes
It is highly recommended that anyone traveling in the backcountry take an avalanche training course. The Payette Avalanche Center and Friends of the Payette Avalanche Center offer avalanche awareness courses regularly. Please contact the Payette Avalanche Center for more information.
Payette Powder Guides also offers Avalanche Awareness courses throughout the winter months.
