We’re sharing a list of backcountry gear that you will always find in our packs whether it is a personal trip out or as a guide.
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Top 3 Reasons To Take An Avalanche Education Course
As a seasoned backcountry instructor, here are my top 3 reasons why I encourage you to sign up for your first avalanche education course or to continue your education with additional courses and refreshers.
PROPER SNACKs + NUTRITION FOR YOUR NEXT BACKCOUNTRY TOUR FROM DIETITIAN URI CARLSON
As we transition from biking season to ski season, it’s fair to say that nutritional needs, both before and during your efforts can change quite a bit. So, let’s get into some specifics around fueling your backcountry winter adventures!
Snow Snakes – A Healing Journey
When I was a little girl skiing with my mom, I’d inevitably cross the tips of my skis strapped to my little, uncoordinated legs and fall to the snow. “Ope, a Snow Snake got ya!”, my mom would call out as her loving reminder to brush off my tumble, straighten my skis...
2024 Scholarship Recipients
VNTRbirds is here to break down the barriers to have more women, femme and non-binary people in the outdoors. Our mission is to not just showcase that there is space for everyone in the outdoors, but build access as well.
Shopping, Smiles + Scholarships – VNTRbirds Winter Gear Swap + Sale Recap
Last weekend VNTRbirds hosted their Winter 2023 Gear Swap + Sale. VNTRbirds hosts these biannual events every winter and spring at The Pad Silverthorne. A portion of all the sellers’ proceeds was donated to the VNTRbirds scholarship program, The VNTRFUND.