snow safety Archives - Out There Venture https://outthereventure.com/tag/snow-safety/ Wed, 02 Mar 2022 03:02:30 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://outthereoutdoors.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/cropped-OTO_new-favicon-32x32.jpg snow safety Archives - Out There Venture https://outthereventure.com/tag/snow-safety/ 32 32 Gear: Backcountry Access Avalanche Transceiver  https://outthereventure.com/gear-backcountry-access-avalanche-transceiver/ https://outthereventure.com/gear-backcountry-access-avalanche-transceiver/#respond Tue, 01 Mar 2022 21:39:33 +0000 https://outthereventure.com/?p=50032 Backcountry Access Tracker4 avalanche transceiver has improved rubber molding, screen brightness, and microphone from previous models.

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]]> The Tracker4 avalanche transceiver made by Backcountry Access includes several improvements, including a grippable, rubber molding that protects your investment from wear-and-tear. The screen boasts a brighter resolution and a louder microphone to make using your beacon in a stressful situation easier.

It also includes a search/send mode safety lock that keeps modes from unintentionally switching, and, god forbid, once you’re in a victim search scenario, there’s a signal suppression button that allows you to suppress the strongest signal for one minute to move on to the next strongest signal in a multiple buried victim situation.

A “big picture” mode also helps out in a situation like that by giving you clear information to make decisions on the best approach for finding and rescuing multiple buried partners.

Finally, the auto revert mode uses a motion sensor to switch the unit back to transmit mode if you happen to have the grave misfortune of being caught in an avalanche while searching for buried victims.

MSRP: $389.95. Backcountryaccess.com

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Backcountry Access Tracker4 Avalanche Receiver with yellow, molded casing and black face with digital screen.
Backcountry Access Tracker4 Avalanche Receiver

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]]> https://outthereventure.com/gear-backcountry-access-avalanche-transceiver/feed/ 0 3 Ways to Learn Backcountry Safety https://outthereventure.com/3-ways-to-learn-backcountry-safety/ Sat, 16 Jan 2021 22:26:54 +0000 https://outthereventure.com/?p=45262 Equip yourself to make good decisions in the backcountry. Here are 3 ways to learn skills when you can't get into a avy skills class.

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]]> While learning to ski the steeps with good technique and style is a worthy goal, so is equipping yourself to make good decisions in the backcountry. A lot of the backcountry safety clinics have been advertised this season, but many are sold out thanks to an increased interest in the sport.

Here are some ways to start rounding out your backcountry skills:

  • Ski seasonal roads. If you’re new to the sport or don’t have any snow-science education, seek out low-angle slopes away from avalanche danger and side-country options. The Summit Road at Mount Spokane State Park is a good place to start.
  • Buy a beacon and practice. Even if you’re not heading into avalanche-prone terrain, it’s a good idea to build good habits.
  • Read safety information and watch avy education videos online. The Northwest Avalanche Center has online education modules. The Idaho Panhandle Avalanche Center also has tutorials on topics like how to read an avalanche forecast.
Strategic shoveling for avalanche rescue training. // Photo courtesy Selkirk Powder Guides.

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