Billy-goating or ski mountaineering? Concluding our series on ski mountaineering and style with Brody Leven, Hilaree Nelson, and Colin Haley.

The big, wide, open … and steep ski terrain around Jackson Hole can be dizzying to the uninitiated. Here’s a Teton appetizer for those new to the range.

Revisiting Lou Dawson’s thoughts on why ski mountaineering style matters when considering our travel and turns in the mountains.

Skiing in the backcountry can present challenges. Here’s a look at some avalanche resources to make your adventure a jaunt on the safe side.

Trip report of the iconic Eklutna Traverse, a ~40 mile ski touring point to point through stunning Alaska wilderness.

When does next year begin? Alex Lee offers 7 ways to link snow years including hydrological cycles, winter tire changeover, the rule of ablation and more.

Landscapes shift when free of snow. Features morph: become larger and smaller, more or less ominous. A ravine we call a death trap is flooded with delicate purple petals.

Inspect your beacon battery compartment to avoid or fix corrosion that can cause beacon malfunction.

Five tips for skin track success when ski touring safely in the backcountry. Craft an efficient skin track to avoid avalanche terrain and danger.

Overview of basic avalanche tools including partner, beacon, shovel, probe, communications devices and how to choose.