When Kelly O’Keefe received the call explaining that his brother, Brian O’Keefe, 46, had been caught and buried in an avalanche near Midway, Kelly said he felt disbelief. He never thought that Brian, ...

Once the realm of dedicated ski bums, backcountry skiing grew alongside ticket prices and lift lines, with popularity exploding in the pandemic.

This niche sport requires deep snow, good dogs, plenty of birds, a pinch of avalanche risk, and a truly bizarre ski setup ...

Forest rangers last week rescued a 58-year-old hiker from Mechanicville who had been missing for 18 hours in the frigid, snow-packed Adirondack backcountry, according to the New York State Department ...

Utah tour company, ROAM, just opened four new tours in Bryce Canyon that are suitable for people of many ages and abilities.

Backcountry travel allows people to get out into the wilderness and enjoy the beauty—but it comes with its own dangers, ...

Since the avalanche, California local officials have questioned the company's decision to allow guides and skiers to proceed with a backcountry tour.

Forecasters estimate the average start-zone slope angle at about 35 degrees, even though the immediate trigger area sat in ...

The most recent of four avalanche deaths in northern Utah this season shows how dangerous conditions truly are, even for the most experienced and well-equipped adventurers.

Around 1:30 p.m., Tyson pointed his 260‑horsepower machine up a steep hill. As he neared the top, the sled hit a patch of ice ...

Sport always involves a balance of risk and reward, but some wonder why group was out in historic blizzard.

Advance knowledge of current conditions and courses on avalanche safety are essential tools.