Parker's Ridge is a favorite day ski tour amongst the locals for the ease of accessibility to the alpine and the powder snow conditions. Combining nature and human activity, this area has dangers that can be life threatening. But with proper knowledge of the terrain, this place is a great playground for skiers, snowboarders, hikers and just plain old nature lovers.

Even with proper training, there are times that natural hazards will release on its own and you just can't avoid it. Equipment that is recommended when accessing this area or other backcountry settings that has avalanche hazards is Transceiver, Probe, and Shovel. These are the minimum equipment that should be taken along and have the proper instructions to use them.

Avalanche Awareness courses is available throughout the wintertime in Jasper. Many people take this course for various kinds of reasons. There are a few qualified instructors in Jasper that can put on these courses. I've listed some links below; these web sites will have more information on the type of courses that they can offer and where you can rent equipment. Avalanche Awareness is not a full Avalanche training course, it only helps you understand the basic principals of an avalanche, how it is formed, what can trigger a slide, equipment used, how to use it, what dangers to look for and more. It is a great course to take if you have any interest in Touring, Mountaineering, Snowmobiling and other backcountry sports.

• Avalanche report (Jasper and Area)

By Eddie Wong
December 16, 1999

RELATED LINKS:

• Maligne Canyon Restaurant / Tea House (Restaurant / Souvenir)
• High Country Helicopters Ltd. (Helicopter Tours Book Direct)
• Skyline Trail Rides Ltd. (Horseback, Backcountry Cabins)
• Rocky Mountain Fishing Adventures (Fishing Guide)
• Mountain Galleries(Art Gallery / shop)
• Alpine Art Eco-Tours ( Guided Eco Tours )
• Jasper Adventure Centre ( Guided Tours )
• Walks & Talks Jasper ( Guided Tours )
• Tonquin Valley Backcountry (Horseback, Backcountry Cabins)
• Tonquin Adventures (Horseback, Backcountry Cabins)
• Bustin Trout (Fishing Guide)
• Blue Creek Outfitter (Fishing and Horse Guide)
• Edge Control ( Ski & Outdoor Store )
• Snowfarmers ( Snowmobile Reports )
• Jasper's Whitewater Rafting Company ( Rafting Tours )
• Rocky Mountain River Guides ( Rafting Tours )
• Jasper Raft Tours ( Rafting Tours )
• Mount Robson Inn ( Package Feature )
• Delivery Hut (Take Out - Delivery)

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