There’s a lot of discussion about what to do if you’re involved in an avalanche. But the advice about  what to do if you’re in an avalanche really misses the point. Avoiding an avalanche is the best way …

Few winter activities are as inviting as a day skiing with family or friends on snow-covered slopes. But to best ensure the greatest fun factor, a few simple tips should be followed.

» This is the first article of a new, quarterly column that will offer tips for different outdoor activities.
Being out in the snow is invigorating— the sounds, touch and even smell of it. Ahh! And, …