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By Sam Collentine, Meteorologist Posted 3 years ago November 10, 2020

WATCH: How-To Get Into Backcountry Skiing

Interested in backcountry skiing this winter? Check out this excellent video series from Salomon Freeski. Their team of athletes got together to share their wealth of knowledge and experiences in the backcountry in order to provide you with the skills and knowledge necessary to find fresh powder and stay safe while doing it.


Gear Essentials for Backcountry Skiing

Using Your Backcountry Skiing Gear

What to Wear for Backcountry Skiing

What to Pack for a Day in the Backcountry

How to Carry Your Skis on Your Backpack 

Cutting your Climbing Skins for Ski Touring

Preparing for Backcountry Skiing


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Sam Collentine

Meteorologist

Sam Collentine is the Chief Operating Officer of OpenSnow and lives in Basalt, Colorado. Before joining OpenSnow, he studied Atmospheric Science at the University of Colorado, spent time at Channel 7 News in Denver, and at the National Weather Service in Boulder.

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