Powder’s Siren Song: The Risks and Rewards of Backcountry Skiing - The New York Times

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A series of fatal avalanches this winter in North America and Europe has intensified scrutiny of backcountry skiing's inherent risks, prompting reflection on safety practices.

These Skiers Cleared Out as Group That Would Be Hit by Avalanche Arrived - The New York Times
A group of skiers who evacuated their cabins before the storm avoided an avalanche that struck a party that arrived later and chose to stay.
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