Amazing Powder In Kootenay Pass

” He built a following by treating every season as ski season, winning a GoPro YourSummer cash award for clips that show him carving “brown pow” on dirt, grass and rock when the snow is long gone in coastal and interior British Columbia. Instead of chasing slopestyle or big air podiums on the FIS circuit, he has become known through viral edits, Unofficial Networks features and brand-backed social media posts that highlight how far creative freeski can go when you stop waiting for perfect winter conditions. On frozen days he still skis the traditional way, stacking park laps and side-hit runs at major western Canadian resorts.... Read more on the Athlete page

Overview and significance Kootenay Pass, also known as the Salmo–Creston summit on Highway 3, is one of British Columbia’s snowiest, most accessible backcountry venues. The pass itself sits around 1,775 m at the crest of the Selkirk Mountains and lies within Stagleap Provincial Park, a day-use protected area centered on Bridal Lake. For freeskiers, the draw is straightforward: storm-prone elevation, fast access from plowed roadside parking, and a dense network of bowls, glades, and ridgelines that ride well through the heart of winter.... Read more on the Location page