<![CDATA[Snow and Mud.com - REVELSTOKE & AREA]]> http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/ Discussion of Snowmobiling areas in Revelstoke, News, User updated weather reports and snow conditions, General Information en Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:30:38 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/images/snowandmud/misc/rss.jpg <![CDATA[Snow and Mud.com - REVELSTOKE & AREA]]> http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/ Revelstoke Snowmobile Club`s Website :) http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/revelstoke-snowmobile-club-s-website-21524.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:39:46 GMT Revelstoke Snowmobile Club - Welcome! (http://www.revelstokesnowmobileclub.com/) Here is the link, it`s just up and running a work in progress.... Revelstoke Snowmobile Club - Welcome!

Here is the link, it`s just up and running a work in progress. Very soon the gov. maps with all the Mtn. Caribou habitat closures will be up. At this time you can`t post your pics. but you can send them to Ron laroy@telus.net and they will be put up, soon you will be able to post your own. There will not be a forum Lots of those out there.
It`s a one shop stop for snowmobiling info in the Revy area.:d
If you would like to see other sites of interest on the this site please let us know.
Check out Rough Country`s photo album. :d

Thanks you Ron, for your time once again. Another great way for club members to keep up to date. ]]> Powder Puff http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/revelstoke-snowmobile-club-s-website-21524.html Snow Conditions November 19, 2009 http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/snow-conditions-november-19-2009-a-21487.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:25:49 GMT 3 feet of fresh snow. The Kirkup Trail (Boulder) and Frisby were groomed tonight. *Please read the message from the Canadian Avalanche Centre.* 3 feet of fresh snow.
The Kirkup Trail (Boulder) and Frisby were groomed tonight.

Please read the message from the Canadian Avalanche Centre. ]]> SRS http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/snow-conditions-november-19-2009-a-21487.html A Message from the Canadian Avalanche Centre http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/message-canadian-avalanche-centre-21486.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:22:11 GMT Message from the Canadian Avalanche Centre to Early Season Backcountry Travellers:

I'm as excited as anyone to see new snow; however, a series of close calls have us worried. An early winter with above average snow depths mean it's prime avalanche season, without much run-up. Here are some thoughts to help you plan your weekend. And pass it on to those who are pushing a little too hard:
• It's storming in the mountains. Heavy snow, strong winds, and warming temperatures are rapidly increasing the likelihood of avalanches.
• It's only November. That means young, soft snow that hasn't had time to gain strength. It may look like mid-winter up high, but the snow is almost certainly not as good as it appears.
• We're watching a crust layer that formed on Halloween. We don't know much about it yet, but it has the makings of a persistent problem, especially in the South Rockies and the Purcell Mtns west of Golden and Invermere. This layer increases our concerns.
• Tuesday's close call near Revelstoke saw an entire group caught and buried. Luckily two of the sledders were "only" partially buried. They were able to dig out their fully buried buddies, and get the one who wasn't breathing going again. Read the account here. This is only the latest in a series of near misses.
• Popular areas that usually get totally compacted by heavy traffic have not seen much use yet. Avalanche conditions may be primed in these spots.

Here's what I'm thinking as I make my plans:
• It's possible to have fun on moderate terrain: don't even think about big-lines, movie lines, or modern lines. Pick uniform terrain less than 30 degrees.
• Smooth slopes with deeper snow help you avoid trips to the ski shop, sled shop, or emergency department. Unfortunately, these same slopes (grassy, rock slabs, scree, etc) can slide with as little as 50 cm of snow which means avalanches are more likely. This is why it is important to stay on low angle slopes.
• Avoid hazards above you and terrain traps below.
• Manage your group: talk about your thinking, one-at-a-time on slopes, know your escape route, and only re-group in safe spots.
• Practice with your beacon and have a simulated rescue drill. If your buddies haven't practiced - how are they going to dig you out?

Recognize this may be a short-term problem that helps in the long run. Choosing appropriate terrain for now might be the cost for great riding after it clears up, cools off, and the snow has time to strengthen. If you're willing to think more than a week into the future, this stormy weather might be really good news! ]]> SRS http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/message-canadian-avalanche-centre-21486.html avy in revy, its here!!! http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/avy-revy-its-here-21425.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:32:23 GMT I am not a man who expresses himself well in person, so I want to thank, from the bottom of my heart the two individuals who kept there wits about... I am not a man who expresses himself well in person, so I want to thank, from the bottom of my heart the two individuals who kept there wits about them (you know who you are Jeff and Randy, and my family is indebted to you) and were able to over come all ODDS to dig me and Riley out of our snow caskets. We were in frisby at the back in deadmans creek (maybe not the best decision!). Anyway we dropped in at 300pm bc thinking this may not be the best decision, got almost to the bottom and realized there was no safe way out the bottom. person x went a bit further and lost his nuts, decided it was best to dig in and try to come out the top. I removed my pack and helmet and proceeded hike down to help turn his sled around. We turned his sled around and as he regained his breath I began to hike back up. he hit the throttle and begin his minny adventure back up. Randy made it 50 yards and the slope broke, we all thought,"wow get the cameras this is going to be funny", then the slope fractured above him!!! I had literally 2 seconds to break into stride to head for the trees when a wave of snow hit me and covered me. the same wave knocked Riley off my sled had who was trying to see where randy was headed. The wave knocked riley off my sled and into a tree where my sled pinned his legs against it, he had no idea what hit him. that same wave carried jeff and his sled 50 yard down the hill. jeff scrambled to pull his avy bag cord 3 times but did not deploy. at that point jeff mad a decision to start scrambling for a tree as he was headed for a cliff. at this point I was barried with only my hand sticking out and I was frantically trying to clear snow away from my face, then a third slide came and burried me 3 feet under and it was like being concreted into the ground, I could not even blink the snow was packed so tight around me. from what I was told jeff was only haging on by a tree from being washed over the cliff after the third slide came. Randy who was on the sled some how miraculisly was able to avoid all 3 slides after being tossed and turned on his sled and managed to ride it out ( act of god, or something, call it what you want). all the avy's settled and riley was buring 5 feet under pinned by the sled and I was compacted like a garbage truck 3 feet under. Randy said he began immediate panic mode and began yelling for anyone left uncovered, as he could not see anyone or know where any one ended up. Jeff yelled out from 150 yards below, " I am here". randy ran all the way down to jeff to check his status, then they turned on there beacons and got a signal 50 yard up and 50 yards down (which would have been over the cliff) they scrambled up and down the slope to determine where the upper signal was coming from and were able to find Riley's signal after roughly 5-10 minutes, took 5 minutes to uncover rileys face and then a few more minutes to shut his beacon off. Riley was in severe pain as his knees and legs were pinned between a tree and my sled (which has landed him in Vernon emergency for surgery as a result). After getting riley air and his beacon shut off randy and jeff began ther search for number 2, me, just so happens they were standing on me the whole time they were digging out riley, but because we were so close the most recent ortovox avy beacons could not differentiate the two. Randy noticed a black spot through the snow (my belaclava) and frantically began digging. He uncovered my face and found a blue and purple corpse (literally), he said I was not breathing nor responsive. he continued to uncover my chest and abdomin, yelling "breath XXXXX, breath XXXXX!) I apparantly blinked very slowly and gasped a tiny breath of air. I do not rember much untill about 30 miniutes after I was pulled out of the hole. They continued to work on riley as he was pinned down. after all was said and done we ended up hiking/quadrupling off the hill with the remaining sled. worst scenario ever!!!!

ps.
being barried alive is the worst thing on the planet, your lungs affixiate and the pain is unbearable, then you begin haluciating and thinking you can just take a nap and it will all be OK! when you get to that stage think of anything you can to keep you consious, kids, wife, girfriend, sled, job, whatever it takes to hang on for an extra 30 seconds, because I assure you it will count. I am sure this blurb does not do the justis to the trials and tribulations my barried partner went through, nor our other two friends (who happened to save our lives) went through.

PSS, avy is out there, ride with caution!!!
__________________ ]]> mrcoops http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/avy-revy-its-here-21425.html Avalanche on Frisby http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/avalanche-frisby-21416.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:18:51 GMT I know its in the other area on snow and mud:http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f14/revelstoke-avalanche-21393.html and here:Revelstoke Avalanche -... I know its in the other area on snow and mud:http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f14/...che-21393.html

and here:Revelstoke Avalanche - SnoWest Forum

But some guys are only looking at conditions so I thought for saftey sake it should be in here as well.... please be careful.

Thank God everyone made it out....2 buried completely, 2 partial.
3 sleds still under the snow.

Be safe everyone!!!!!!! ]]> Captain-sno http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/avalanche-frisby-21416.html <![CDATA[Parking & navigating 30ft enclosed @ Frisbee and Boulder?]]> http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/parking-navigating-30ft-enclosed-frisbee-boulder-21354.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:19:08 GMT Only ever parked at the base of Frisbee and Boulder with a big trailer .. with current conditions, wondering if we have any troubles parking and... Only ever parked at the base of Frisbee and Boulder with a big trailer .. with current conditions, wondering if we have any troubles parking and navigating a 30ft enclosed at the required staging area on both hills this coming weekend ??
Any info is appreciated.

Thanks
Dagger ]]> Dagger http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/parking-navigating-30ft-enclosed-frisbee-boulder-21354.html Dec 4,5,6 trip to revy http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/dec-4-5-6-trip-revy-21329.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:40 GMT Me and three buddies are heading to revy dec 4,5,6 and was wonderin if a couple people that were familiar with the area wanted to meet up and go play... Me and three buddies are heading to revy dec 4,5,6 and was wonderin if a couple people that were familiar with the area wanted to meet up and go play around in golden? We are new the riding in the hills, but i'm sure we can keep up and wont hold anybody back. We are just looking for a couple good guys that like to boondock and find some hits to launch off of. We are a younger crew but will come well equiped to ride in the hills.

Where can you book and rent a guide if necessary as well as a beacon?

thanks in advance and its looking like a great start to the season! :d:beer: ]]> bighiter http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/dec-4-5-6-trip-revy-21329.html Frisby Nov 14/09 http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/frisby-nov-14-09-a-21283.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:11:29 GMT Attachment 37280 (http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/attachments/4/37280-frisby-nov-14-09-img_0545.jpg) Attachment 37281... Attachment 37280

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]]> hecks http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/frisby-nov-14-09-a-21283.html Avy courses in Revy http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/avy-courses-revy-21269.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 06:00:38 GMT Does anybody know if or when there will be a Avy course in Revy? Or even somewhere close to here? Would like to sharpen the skills! Does anybody know if or when there will be a Avy course in Revy? Or even somewhere close to here? Would like to sharpen the skills! ]]> downhill_domination http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/avy-courses-revy-21269.html ne one going to reve this weekend http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/ne-one-going-reve-weekend-21245.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:28:23 GMT im headen to reve from medicine hat on either thursday nite or early friday morning was suspose to a a few guys commin with but they all have back... im headen to reve from medicine hat on either thursday nite or early friday morning was suspose to a a few guys commin with but they all have back out but was thinkin i might still head up an was wondering if i could ride with some or a group or something cuz everbuddy know riden by yourself sucks ... ]]> sledhhead1212 http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/ne-one-going-reve-weekend-21245.html Revy Sled Sluts teaser November 2009 http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/revy-sled-sluts-teaser-november-2009-a-21223.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 20:23:36 GMT Just a small video of our trip yo Revy In November 2009 .

YouTube - sled sluts teaser 2010 ]]> Deasoninc http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/revy-sled-sluts-teaser-november-2009-a-21223.html More Boulder November 14 Pictures http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/more-boulder-november-14-pictures-21205.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:01:59 GMT Just got back from Revy. We rode for 4 days but the last day was the best. The conditions were incredible. Image:... Just got back from Revy. We rode for 4 days but the last day was the best. The conditions were incredible.









]]> Mikew5j http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/more-boulder-november-14-pictures-21205.html Boulder Pics Saturday 14th http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/boulder-pics-saturday-14th-21202.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:41:52 GMT Awesome ride on Saturday, definately ahead of last year, went to Frisbee Sunday, total whiteout..anyways, it was well worth the trip!! kudos to the... Awesome ride on Saturday, definately ahead of last year, went to Frisbee Sunday, total whiteout..anyways, it was well worth the trip!! kudos to the boys from Regina Beach, u did awesome for "greenies", especially the guy on the 900 cat shorttrack!!
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]]> silver fox http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/boulder-pics-saturday-14th-21202.html Boulder Mountain, November 14 http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/boulder-mountain-november-14-a-21134.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 18:56:56 GMT friday was poor visability, didn't even make it to alberta hill, but snowed all day saturday sledding was awesome.....There was a great base with lots of fresh powder on top with little tracks lots of untouched area's will be posting more pics later
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]]> kylem991 http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/boulder-mountain-november-14-a-21134.html Just got back from Revy http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/just-got-back-revy-21123.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 15:41:34 GMT Hey guys just got back from Revy lots of snow. Wondering how the turbos are doing on the Dragon 800 as I have ordered one for mine. Just want to make... Hey guys just got back from Revy lots of snow. Wondering how the turbos are doing on the Dragon 800 as I have ordered one for mine. Just want to make sure it is worth it. ]]> irastroker http://www.snowandmud.com/forum/f4/just-got-back-revy-21123.html