Members of Deer Valley Ski Patrol showed KSL TV the training avalanche dogs go through to prepare for emergencies.

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On the snow-packed slopes of Mt. Hood Skibowl, outdoor enthusiasts were welcomed to the spring season by three feet of fresh powder this week.

Backcountry: Areas outside the boundaries of a ski resort that should only be accessed with avalanche training and equipment.

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The lows? Being emergency helicoptered off the Cul du Nant glacier above La Plagne, and riding down the mountain in a ‘blood bucket’ (ski patrol stretcher) at Kicking Horse, British Columbia ...

Stowe Mountain Rescue recovered one skier after he got lost on Mt. Mansfield earlier this week. This local backcountry skier ...

Mahar is just one of many notable alums working in Vermont. Others include John Hammond ‘93, President and Chief Operating Officer of Sugarbush Resort, Eric DesLauriers ‘87, Director of Mountain ...

Why? For starters, it’s equipped with a rescue reflector that helps ski patrol, or first responders, find you quicker in the case of an accident or avalanche. Then there’s the NFC Medical ID ...

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Each animal is paired with a ski patrol handler, who can use the animal’s keen sense of smell and ability to quickly traverse terrain to help find and recover a victim buried in an avalanche.

Police said ski patrol responded and attempted life-saving measures but were unsuccessful. Investigators said he was wearing proper gear and a helmet. "Never could have predicted this. He's done ...