Skill Building
Literally the place to find all The High Route’s articles about building and refining your backcountry specific skills.
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An Offering: Waxing Skis/Boards for some Zen
On this, the day before U.S. Thanksgiving, we provide a timeworn recipe and a offering for the planks and boards that provide.
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Book Review—Glacier Climbing & Crevasse Rescue: Essential Skills for Snow Travel
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Part Two: The Mindset Shift
Billy Haas on shifting the mindset when planning for and executing in the bigger mountains.
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Avalanche Aware
A free, accessible starting point for anyone interested in heading into snow-covered mountains
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Backcountry 101: Tools to Find Higher Quality Snow
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Revisiting First-Aid Kits
A Pre-season Primer
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Ski Traverse Sleep Systems
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THR Resources: Springtime Care for your Skis/Board and Skins
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Bringing Crampons along for the Splitboard Journey
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Double Posi Primer: A Look at Snowboard Stances
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Veneers of Nuance
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Tech Binding Hygiene: Finding My Snow/Ice Clearing Routine
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Ski Mountaineering Rope Resources
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Adam in the Cold—Strategizing for the Brrrrrrrrrr
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The Art of Glacier Travel Handbook
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On-Piste, After Hours, Uphilling and Safety
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Tips for Using Your Backcountry Radio…Like a Pro
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Backcountry Etiquette: Transition Times
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Ski Mountaineering: Connecting Two Ropes
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Master the Shoulder Axe Carry