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Lake Louise Ski Resort is never the “Same old same old”

Sometimes the “same-old-same-old” isn’t so same or old. Take for instance last Sunday. We went skiing at the same old Lake Louise expecting to make some turns on the same old runs that we’ve been...

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Gallery: Canada’s Backcountry / Monashee Powder Snowcats

Getting into the Cat / Photo: Kevin Hagell A photographic look into the unique culture of Canada’s back country activity called Catskiing with photographer Kevin Hagell filming for...

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Heliski in Canada: Destination / Chatter Creek Heliskiing

Chatter Creek Heliskiing / Photo: Kyle Hamilton Located just outside of Golden is the Helipad of Chatter Creek Heliskiing offering powder seekers exceptional world renowned skiing just a few hours from...

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Catskiing Canada’s Top Photo Picks 2012

From the Photographers who worked with Catskiing Canada here are some of our Top Photo Picks.  Operations included in this gallery are from B.C Canada and include: White Grizzly Adventures / Monashee...

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Catskiing in Canada / Destination: Valhalla Powder Snowcats (Part 2)

Photo: Nick Nault Who ever said “There is no friends on a powder day” was gravely mistaken.  Valhalla Powder Snowcats located in the Kootenay‘s  has been providing the ideal ski or snowboard experience...

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What does it mean to be Stoked?

Sherrie Houghton all smiles at Chatter Creek/ Photo: Dylan Page Its time for me to admit I use the world stoked more than I should or perhaps people want. In my defense sometimes its the only word I...

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Why people travel from all over the world to visit our backcountry lodges

Adam Laurin / Catskiing Canada / Photo: Kyle Hamilton Have you ever wanted to stay at a remote luxurious Backcountry lodge? Curious why people travel half way around the world just to spend 4 days...

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Why do skiers from all over the world come to our backcountry destinations?

Backcountry view at Chatter Creek / Photo: Dylan Page Imagine the most peaceful and dreamy mountain scape and you likely are not even close to how stunning the views are at Chatter Creek.  This is just...

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Canada’s newest backcountry ski destination – Skeena Catskiing

Skeena owner Jevon Zyp / Photo: Kyle Hamilton A big cheers to a exciting new ski destination called Skeena Catskiing.  Located near a town called New Hazelton which is in the Northwestern Region of...

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Winter safari deep in Rossland B.C.- How to bag the Canadian Big Red Cat?

Peter shooting between trees / Photo: Kyle Hamilton Mikel getting deep in the snow jungle with Big Red Cats / Photo: Kyle Hamilton Hunting for the best powder at unique places and discovering your “Big...

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What is the dream winter Valentine’s gift?

Giving that special someone something they will never forget and you can share together. Without a doubt Valentine’s is about connecting with your significant other.. and if that person happens to be a...

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The top 10 unique things you will love about Backcountry Lodges

Ty lead guide at Valhalla / Photo: Nick Nault Its not just the deep powder skiing or snowboarding that I love about Catskiing or Heliskiing. It might surprise you there is more to enjoy than you think!...

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Fernie’s deep white secret…

FWA Lodge / Photo: Patrick Belisle Thinking of hanging up the ski gear this spring? Think again… March can be one of the best months to get powder. At Fernie Wilderness Adventures its already looking...

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Lynx, and coyotes, and skiers! Oh, my!

Parks Canada issued a warning today about a bold coyote that’s frequenting the area in and around the Lake Louise ski hill. “The coyote is known to approach people possibly for food, and displays...

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Fernie’s winter dreamland at your doorstep

Island Lake Catskiing / Photo: Mike McPhee Skiing in the powder of your dreams may be closer and more accessible than you think.  During the month of April  Island lake Catskiing introduces “cat...

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Grizzly closes runs on final day at Lake Louise ski hill

Wildlife have had a heyday at the Lake Louise ski hill this year. Earlier this winter, a lynx and her kitten hanging around the area temporarily closed some runs at the resort. Then an aggressive...

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Video: Naked skiers in new film turning heads

As the season is turning cooler, the ski videos are getting hotter. Truth be told one of my favorite times of year is fall. Its the anticipation of winter, but its also the time of year all the ski and...

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Getting excited for winter in the mountains?

Peter Velisek @Valhalla Powdercats / Photo: Nick Nault It’s starting to get colder, the nights are getting shorter, and the peaks of the mountains are getting whiter. I could not be happier. This time...

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New Video: Heliskiing “More than a feeling”

New video out today on this cold winter day that is sure to warm you! Heliskiing is just more than a feeling, its a elevated experience… literally. http://www.HeliskiingCanada.tv Filmed in Blue River...

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The Revelstoke you don’t know

Owner Nick Photo: Steve Dutcheshen As the world starts to recognize Revelstoke as the premier destination for advanced skiing… a little known secret exists. Over the past decade skier inner circles...

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