Trip planning tools
As explained in the daily processa trip into the backcountry begins with thorough preparation. Here are some tools that can help you achieve this. Feel free to check out the playlist on this topic on our video content page for more information.
DANGERATOR
Avalanche forecasts are issued for several mountainous regions in Canada, but not all. Avalanche Canada has developed a tool to estimate avalanche danger outside forecast areas.
Companion rescue card
In the event of an avalanche accident, you may lose track of what you learned in your avalanche safety training course. That's why the companion rescue card outlines, step by step, the best procedures to follow to perform a rescue.
Mobile App
All the resources you need to plan your backcountry skiing trips in the Gaspé Peninsula. From descriptions of more than 130 ascent and run routes to avalanche forecasts, weather conditions, and the Mountain Information Network, this is a must-have guide!
Avy Savvy
Regardless of your skill level, Avalanche Canada's AvySavvy online platform is a gold mine of information. In addition to informative content, you can do exercises such as route selection and trip planning, as well as quizzes to test your knowledge.
