We first mentioned Henry's Avalanche Talk last January. Led by Henry Schniewind, they are a group of ski professionals who provide useful advice and training in avalanche awareness and staying safe off piste.
As ski and snowboard equipment has evolved over the years, it has become easier for the less experienced to get into off piste terrain and discover the thrills.
However, as Henry says, "90% of avalanches are caused by skiers and snowboarders themselves", so it is essential that you learn some mountaincraft before heading into the unknown. Knowing where to go and when to go there for example is key. Being safe is not only about keeping yourself safe but also making sure that you don't put your ski buddies and other skiers/boarders at risk.
During the winter Henry's Avalanche Talks take place mainly in Val d'Isere and Tignes. This November the talk has been touring the UK. Aimed at skiers and boarders who want to venture off piste and have fun, it is jam packed with tips and useful advice. Knowledge of the mountain and how to read conditions can only increase your enjoyment of this unique and fantastic environment.
So if you haven't had a chance to see the talk this autumn - and won't be heading to the Espace Killy this winter - there is a unique opportunity to catch Henry's Ride Hard Ride Safe talk online.
You can view the talk online at 19.00 GMT. It lasts for 75 minutes and is followed by a question and answer session. It costs just £7 to register for the event - a small price to pay considering what it could save! To register for this event go to: www.henrysavalanchetalk.com/live_webinar.html
There is also the opportunity to see the full online recorded talk - which is broken down into 4 parts of 40 minutes. This is the full talk and is more detailed with more video and can be viewed at your own pace at anytime. The full 4 part set costs just £19.50. Go to the website to get a taster.
