Fast-and-light or all-but-the-kitchen-sink: which one works for you? Read on for our top tips on how to pack for multi-day treks. When trekking the Tour du Mont Blanc, you’ll see many trekkers weighed down under backpacks as tall as they are, while others stroll past with tiny day packs. Some of the latter are just…
Updated 23rd October 2024 I originally wrote this post in 2020. It was the era of social distancing when sharing maps, compasses and other materials was considered a risk. For current courses, candidates are welcome to borrow maps and compasses from us as well as laminated copies of our printed materials. If you need to…
The International Avalanche Risk Scale is an important tool in off-piste decision making, but it is frequently misunderstood. If you have ever said, “It’s only three out of five, it’ll be fine,” you need to read this right now. I am not going to say that you should never venture off-piste on a cat. 3…
