Sometimes the Mountains Need a Break

About this episode

This episode discusses the importance of taking breaks from backcountry skiing and recognizing the associated risks.

Send a text This might not be the episode you want to hear, but I think it's the episode that some people might need to hear. Sometimes, you don't need to go backcountry skiing. It's ok to take a break. It's ok to sleep in, go to the resort, or go lap Patsy Trees. If you do decide to go into the backcountry, take pause and recognize the risk you're taking. Ask yourself why you decided to engage with an activity that has significant risk to you and other people. Today's episode is filled with ...

People in this episode

Host: Nick McEachern

Topics covered

• backcountry skiing
• risk management
• taking breaks
• mountain culture
• outdoor activities

Keywords

• backcountry skiing
• mountains
• risk
• outdoor safety
• taking breaks

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