Avalanche Safety at Wilson's
Come see us for renting or purchasing avalanche equipment for staying safe during your next winter backcountry adventure.
Backcountry skiing as seen a huge jump in popularity in the last couple of years, however with playing in the backcountry also comes the added risk of avalanches. At Wilson’s we rent and sell beacons, shovels and probes to help keep you safe on your winter adventures. Our experienced staff are happy to chat with you about the products we offer, but an avalanche safety training course if recommended to learn efficient use of the products. Be sure to call by the store and chat to our staff about the current snow quality and avalanche risk in the backcountry.
Weather:
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Get localized forecasts for the specific peak your climbing at a variety of elevations.
Go Here to access these forecasts. |
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Precipitation Model - Very useful to gauge the exact timing and intensity of incoming rain and snow in the Lake Louise area.
Very reliable weather product.
Go Here to view the MM5 Precipitation Forecast. |
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Cloud Cover - Aviation grade forecast model depicting cloud cover in Western Canada.
Somewhat technical, and will take a few minutes to learn to read the abbreviations,
though when you do, it provides accurate information on precipitation and the specific
elevations of cloud tops and ceilings. Very useful information for the high alpine climber.
Go Here to view the GFA Cloud Cover and Precip Forecast. |
Guidebooks:
| Marcus Baranows guide books |
| Staying Alive in Avalanche Terrain – Bruce Temper |
| Summits and Icefields Map – Mark Klassen |
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