If you're a newcomer to Banff National Park and you're thinking of heading into the backcountry this winter - join us. But there are a few things you should know first. Backcountry skiing here can be risky.
Statistics prove it.
Banff holds the notorious record for the highest number of avalanche accidents in Canada. Since 1955, nine people have been killed while skiing outside of the commercial ski areas in Banff. About 80 other skiers have been lost or injured. In an alarming number of incidents, newly arrived locals are involved. It doesn't have to be that way.