Colwest offers avalanche training at the highest level, with very experienced current instructors.
The owner/operator, Brad Harrison, of Colwest Alpine Adventures has extensive experience in the adventure tourism industry. Brad is a professional member of the Canadian Avalanche Association. His father was a true pioneer, a horse packer ensuring that my exposure to the adventure tourism industry started at an early age.
Brad is also the executive director of the Backcountry Lodges of BC Association.
Interesting Insights
Additional Resources
BC AdventureSmart Outdoor Education
3Ts (Trip Planning, Training and Taking the Essentials)
3Ts (BC AdventureSmart Video)
AdventureSmart Trip Plan App Site
AdventureSmart Trip Plan App Video
BC AdventureSmart Instagram
BC AdventureSmart Facebook
BC AdventureSmart Twitter
BC AdventureSmart Threads
BC AdventureSmart Summer Stoke Video
BC AdventureSmart Winter Stoke Video
Setting boundaries
Drop in as Avalanche Canada asks pro skiers and ambassadors what it takes for them to cross the boundary line, leave the ski area and head into avalanche terrain.