Poker or Chess? Forecasting avalanches and guiding in British Columbia’s backcountry
- Sponsored by:
- Middlebury Mountain Club and Earth and Climate Sciences
Can we ski that? Answering this deceivingly simple question is an exploration in the science of snow and the psychology of high-stakes decision making, the ethics of informed consent, and a structured approach to risk management that tries to put it all together. With snow and avalanches there always seems to be more questions — so please bring yours! Ilya Storm is an ACMG Ski Guide and forecaster with Avalanche Canada.
McCardell Bicentennial Hall 220