Stories from the Backcountry
Trip reports, gear guides, safety insights, and stories from our team of ACMG-certified guides and the mountains we call home.
Is Ski and Sail in Norway Really Worth the Cost? An Honest Answer
The real question isn't whether ski and sail is expensive. It's whether you trust the people making the hundreds of decisions that determine how good your week actually is. Here's an honest look at what you're really paying for.
Heli Skiing for Families in New Zealand
Heli skiing in New Zealand isn't just for hardcore skiers. With four seats in the back of the helicopter and flexible seating options, families can access world-class terrain together. Alpine Heli Ski in Queenstown offers charter pricing that makes it surprisingly accessible.
Skiing Mount Logan in Kluane National Park
Mount Logan stands as Canada's highest peak and one of the most remote ski objectives in the Yukon. Guide Ben Johns shares field notes from a June expedition into Kluane National Park, where massive glaciers, endless daylight, and extreme isolation define the experience.
Discover the Best Hot Springs in Hokkaido
Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost island, is renowned for its stunning landscapes and outdoor activities. However, one of its hidden gems is...
Hokkaido Backcountry Skiing Guide
Skiing the Hokkaido backcountry with Aurora Backcountry Guides. Don't get stuck in the crowds. No tracks, no people. A guide to the best backcountry terrain, trails, and tips for skiing Hokkaido.
Top Heli-Skiing Spots in British Columbia
Heli-skiing offers an exhilarating way to experience the vast, untouched wilderness of British Columbia. With its towering mountains,...
Learning Avalanche Hazard & Risk Management with Aurora Backcountry
Learn risk management and backcountry skills with the Aurora Backcountry. Join flexible trips with ACMG guides. Lifelong learning awaits...
Ski Touring Efficiency: 10 Tips for Maximizing Efficiency in the Backcountry
Early Season Ski Touring on Metal Dome Have you ever wondered how experienced ski tourers can travel so far and get so much skiing done...
Developing Intuition in the Backcountry: Why Honest and Timely Feedback is Essential... amongst other things.
Why 1000hrs does NOT make you an expert. Developing intuition in the backcountry.
Mountain Skills: 10 Common Mistakes When Digging a Snow Profile
Learn how to avoid 10 common snow profile mistakes and improve your avalanche risk assessment for safer backcountry adventures.
Maximize Your Experience with Whistler Backcountry Ski Guides
Don't waste your time figuring out the Whistler backcountry. Hiring a guide is the most effective way to get value out of your backcountry experience. Aurora Backcountry Guides offer day trips all season.
Why Early Season Backcountry Skiing Conditions Are Better Than You Think... Especially with an ACMG Ski Guide
This Isn’t Last Year — Why You Should Feel Good About This Season