Gearing Up for your Backcountry Adventure in Haines, Alaska
Required Gear:
- Avalanche Airbag Backpack
- Beacon
- Rescue Snow Shovel
- Probe
- Climbing Harness
- Powder Skis (>110mm) or Snowboard
- Ski Strap
- Helmet (not provided)
Additional Gear:
- Motorola or equivalent 2-way radio (with extra batteries)
- BCA radio link with mic
- Goggles (with an extra flat light lens)
- Neck gaiter or similar item
- Extra gloves, warm clothes and layers
- Waterproof boots (i.e. Sorels, Extra Tuffs, etc.)
- Boot warmers (i.e. Hotrotincs)
- Water bottle or thermos
- Sunblock