How to prepare for avalanches before heading to the mountains

Massive Avalanche Spotted From Mountain Lodge Balcony Whistler, British Columbia — November 28, 2025 Guests staying at a mountainside lodge witnessed a jaw-dropping moment Friday morning when a massive avalanche broke loose from a nearby peak and thundered down the slope, sending a towering cloud of snow billowing hundreds of feet into the air. According to lodge staff, several visitors were enjoying breakfast on the outdoor balcony when they heard a deep, distant rumble. Moments later, a massiv

Winter is arriving in the mountains! ❄️ While it might still look like fall in town, snow is stacking up higher in the Rockies — with over 80 cm of new snow reported by one of our field guides at the Columbia Icefields just two days ago. That means avalanche season is here, and it’s the perfect time to get your Avalanche Skills Training (AST 1) course booked. Learn to travel smart and reduce your risk in the backcountry this winter. 👉 Check out upcoming course dates at https://yamnuska.com/aval