Four very important areas to focus on when betting NFL games.

1. NFL Parity - The NFL makes parity among teams its focus every year. On any given weekend any team can win. Why not get some points with your Sports picks?

2. A Win is a Win - Unlike college football most teams (except New England) do not try and run the score up in games. A large percentage of lines are covered by teams closing gaps late in games. There is no poll of voters to impress.

3. No Respect - Obviously, vegas is very aware to the trend of betting favorites. It’s the same concept every time, if I had to bet my mortgage I would take Pittsburgh -7.5. Your average bettor can’t help but take the favorite, but the professionals know how to scout the underdogs.

4. The Point-spread Matters Less than You Think - Historically, the point-spread matters in the NFL only about 16% of the time. In other words, 84% of the time, the team that covers the spread also wins. If you couple this with great research you can really find some great advantages in the NFL.

When you couple these four very important principles in betting pro football, you will see why underdogs are typically a very good play. The idea is to be able find large advantages on underdogs consistently.

Obviously, you will like to incorporate a mix of underdogs and favorites into your selections on a weekly basis. However, good research and good statistics will typically find more advantages underdogs with great potential.

In the NFL, home dogs that have solid defenses and an ability to rush the football, will simpy find ways to pull the line. If you can find where the public is laying there bets, simply following the line movements wlill reveal some strong underdogs. You know you have become a very effective sports handicapping when you sort through your line sheet on Monday morning and you are able free sports picks games before the lines jump. When the lines move on your side you are what the public considers Sharp Money.

Effective sports betting incorporates an ability to fade the public, understand trap games, a courage to take weak teams in strange situations, calculate important statistics and trends, and our personal favorite, know what’s going on inside the locker rooms.

This article is directed to all skiers who have either an unsatisfied craving for powder skiing or who want to become powder skiers. Backcountry skiing may provide your Nirvana. Prior experience is not required and there is lots of opportunity for intermediate skiers!

Is backcountry skiing for me? Can I do it? Is it safe? We’ll speak to your fears and help answer your questions. Perhaps backcountry skiing is the answer to your prayers. Perhaps it is very much for you and you can easily do it. Perhaps it is really quite safe, at least relative to what you already do in life. Read on and find out.

There are thousands of powder skiing enthusiasts around the world who spend their winters waiting patiently for the next “dump”, that rare event that deposits more light fresh snow overnight than the groomers can beat down before the lift opens. These patient folk range from intermediate skiers through experts but, irrespective of ability, they all share a love for making first tracks in fresh snow and the only thing that separates them is just how “steep and deep” they like it.

By opening time on those rare “powder days”, the lineup at the chairlift can be so long that all the ungroomed runs will be entirely skied out before late arrivals even get on the lift. All over town, employees are phoning in “sick”. For the early-birds, there is rarely more than a couple of good runs to be had in “great” untracked snow. It’s really not a very encouraging picture!

What’s the alternative? How can one get at least a few days a year of really good powder skiing? One choice might be a trip to Utah*(see note below), where “powder days” might be more frequent. However, it’s still a horserace to the best snow and by mid-day things are getting a little worn out. Perhaps a better option is to head for the backcountry and its limitless reaches of deep untracked snow.

Some folks have the fitness, training, knowledge, equipment and the time to head for the hills on touring skis, or on downhill skis fitted with heel-release bindings. However, even that involves a heck of a lot of walking and not all that much powder skiing. Also, out-of-bounds skiing is certainly not for everyone that happens to be a fervent “powder hound”. Most skiers just don’t have the knowledge and experience to be safe in the backcountry, nor do they have the equipment.

The alternatives that really satisfy a “powder lust” are heliskiing and cat skiing. These activities provide a reliable means by which average intermediate and expert skiers can “ski their legs off” and to enjoy lots great powder skiing in deep light snow. Every day, all day long, almost every turn is made in fresh untracked snow. By the end of each day, intermediate skier and expert alike can expect to have very few turns left in them.

There is no question that heliskiing and cat skiing are relatively expensive activities. However, cost varies widely depending on the service provided. At one extreme is a snowcat skiing day-trip that might provide three or four 1500 to 2000 ft descents in the best powder imaginable. At the other extreme is a full-service multi-day heliskiing tour based in a luxurious mountain lodge where ski groups might comprise only 4 to 6 people. In between is a wide range of service with an equally wide price range. Only you can evaluate what a day or a week of great powder skiing is worth to you, what you can afford and which of the many options best meets your needs.

If you could consider a vacation in Mexico or Bermuda or Hawaii or southern France (depending on where you live) then you may well be able to afford a very nice multi-day, fully-guided backcountry ski trip. However, beware that backcountry skiing is highly addictive.

There are over two dozen heliskiing companies and about 16 catskiing companies in western Canada alone. Most of them are doing quite well, and enjoy good bookings. By and large, these operators rely on intermediate skiers to keep their doors open. The barrier to mechanized backcountry skiing is much more a monetary issue than an issue of skiing prowess, age, fitness and backcountry experience, especially in the case of heliskiing.

Heliskiing and cat skiing do not require any backcountry experience or special equipment. None at all! You don’t even need powder skis, just boots and clothing. The operator will supply skis that are well suited for his local conditions. The operator will also supply safety equipment and provide training and experience in its use. The guides handle all the rest.

Age offers no barrier to backcountry skiing. Heli and cat ski operators welcome male and female clients of age ranging from the 20’s well into the 80’s. Consider that the folks who can afford a high-end heliskiing trip tend not to be “young bucks” who spend their days in the gym and delight in throwing themselves off cliffs. They tend to be more “mature” folk who drive a desk all year and may not be particularly fit, or they may be retirees.

If you can ski almost everything in your local ski area, you probably have more than enough skill to handle backcountry skiing. Style is not important, just a reasonable level of skill and fitness. For heliskiing in particular, you should be able to ski for a day and still be able to walk.

The Web site of Purcell Heliskiing states that, “Skiers should be able to ski groomed blue runs confidently and be physically fit in order to get the most out of their heli-ski adventure”. Purcell Helicopters also recommends that, “Snowboarders need to be advanced and able to board at higher speeds comfortably to get the most out of the deep powder conditions”.

Powder skiing in the backcountry alpine can be easier than in the local ski resort, because the snow is generally unbroken, light and very consistent. There are no buried moguls to knock you about, or old ski tracks to cross or lumps of piled-up snow to contend with. It does not take long to “get the hang of it”. You might encounter some wind crust or sun crust, but your guide will work very hard to avoid it. With heliskiing in particular, your guide will have many options for finding areas of great snow.

Your guide is a real pro! He (or she) is there, not to get some “turns” for himself, but to help you have the greatest ski day of your life. Your guide will select terrain that suits your ability and keeps you safe. However, he/she may challenge you to expand you horizons and improve your skiing.

Your heliski or cat ski operator will attempt to assemble ski groups that are as well matched in ability as possible and your guide will select terrain that suits the skill level of your group. Assembling well-matched groups is simplified when groups of friends book together. Many operators offer a discount to groups of particular size.

During your backcountry ski trip, your skiing will improve, possibly dramatically. The deep consistent snow will permit you to ski slopes that are steeper than you might normally attempt. Your guide will always be attentive to your concerns and can be trusted to find terrain in which you are safe. Some cat-skiing group organizers ski for free.

Tree skiing is a fixture of backcountry skiing. When the weather deteriorates, tree skiing provides the deepest, most protected snow and the best visibility. Some operators offer a predominance of tree skiing and many backcountry skiers prefer skiing the trees to skiing the open alpine slopes.

Generally, tree skiing in the backcountry quite different from tree skiing in your local ski resort. Again, the soft consistency of the snow and the absence of any old tracks and moguls makes all the difference. Also, in many areas, such as the Monashee and Selkirk Mountains of British Columbia, trees tend to be large and well spaced and the very deep snow cover buries most of the smaller trees and all of the underbrush. Many intermediate skiers who try tree skiing for the first time find that not only can they do it, but that they come to really enjoy it.

For a novice backcountry skier who is unsure about his or her ability, snowcat skiing offers a very forgiving introduction to backcountry skiing. The snowcat rides between runs are relatively long (15 to 20 min) and are very comfortable. There is lots of time to rest tired legs, to adjust clothing, to warm up or to cool down and to take on food and drink. The snowcat is dedicated to your group, so you can take along changes of clothing and you can always sit out a run and ride back down the hill, either in the comfort of the cab or “up front” with the driver. The cat is never terribly far from the lodge so, if you want to quit early for the day, a staff member will be happy to come on a snowmobile to take you back to the lodge. It’s all very relaxed.

On the other side of the coin, groups of expert skiers will find that snowcat skiing can give them a lot of skiing, with some operators able to provide over 20,000 ft a day. Experts will find that they are plenty tired by the end of the day.

Heliskiing can also offer the individual an opportunity to quit early for the day, but not always and sometimes not at all (conveniently). Two or more groups usually share the helicopter, so while you are skiing, the machine is shuttling another group. Compared with cat skiing, trips are shorter and there is not the same opportunity to “rest and re-organize” and to take along changes of clothing.

However, the heliski guide will match the terrain to a groups ability. Often, if a rest is needed, a group can simply skip a run. Alternatively, the guide might use lower landings or higher pickups, in order to “cherry pick” the section of a run which is most suitable for his or her guests. In this way, guides can give novice skiers a comfortable environment in which to learn and progress.

Generally, the greatest concern in backcountry skiing relates to safety. All reputable heliskiing and cat skiing operators and guides take safety very, very seriously. The guides that lead you are well trained and their major purpose and focus is to keep you safe. Guides know their terrain very well, they constantly monitor snow conditions and they compare their findings and conclusions with fellow guides and backcountry operators in neighboring areas. They know what’s going on with weather and snow conditions, not only in their own area, but for miles around.

Cat ski and heliski operators develop operating procedures and emergency and communications plans that cover every contingency and all staff are well versed in these plans and procedures. In western Canada, HeliCat Canada (formerly the British Columbia Heli and Snowcat Skiing Operators Association [BCHSSOA]) sets operating and safety policy and procedures for all operators and regularly inspects heliskiing and cat skiing operations to ensure safety standards are met.

The Canadian Avalanche Association (CAA) provides much technical training and support to the operators and to the guides and guides’ associations. Among other things, the CAA co-ordinates daily delivery of early morning reports covering the entire Province of British Columbia. These reports are based on detailed daily reports from all backcountry operators, as well as government operators such as the Ministry of Highways and ski areas across the Province. These reports predict trends and conditions as changing weather patterns sweep across the Province. Similar provisions and support are provided in other jurisdictions where heliskiing and/or cat skiing is found.

Your heliski or cat ski operator will provide all clients with a transceiver that everyone wears when outside the lodge. The guides will provide training and practice in the use of the emergency equipment and in the on-hill safety procedures. Operators will also provide other safety equipment such as shovels and probes.

At any time, it is common for there to be areas within the ski terrain that at are entirely safe to ski, while other areas impose some degree of risk. There are many factors that affect snow stability and hazard, including the amount and type of precipitation, aspect (north-facing, east-facing, etc.), exposure to sun and wind and exposure to dangers above. Sometimes the issue is not one of snow stability, but one of finding the best skiing. Whatever the issue, safety is at the root of it and the guide’s job is to navigate a safe route while finding the best possible skiing. When there is doubt about a particular slope, the guide will simply not ski the “line” in question and will opt for a safer alternative.

It’s imperative to follow the guide’s instructions. When the guide says, “Keep to the right of my track”, there is usually a very good reason for it, one that many not be at all apparent. Then the guide stops to allow his troops to re-group, never ski below the guide’s stopping point. He has probably chosen his stopping point for a good reason that you know nothing about. Trust your guide and follow his or her instructions. Your guide will keep you safe and lead you too the very best skiing around.

Many guides feel they are much safer doing their work in the high mountains than they are driving to and from work on our highways.

For a backcountry novice who is unsure about attempting a first heliskiing or cat skiing trip, a prudent approach is to arrange a ski trip to a ski area where there is a backcountry operator that offers day-trips. Try to pick an area to visit that has reliable weather and good snow at the time of your visit. Remember that heli and cat skiing is done at high elevations so, if it rained in town last night, it probably ?puked? where you will be skiing. When checking out the local operators, ask about the access time to the first run, the current snow conditions, the number of runs that will be provided and the vertical drop that will be skied. Also, ask if there is good tree skiing in close proximity to the lodge. If it snows and the visibility drops, good tree skiing will be very important. Finally, if you have doubts about your ability or level of fitness, speak to a few operators and ask for their advice. Different operators provide different levels of skiing.

When looking for your first backcountry ski trip, shop around and talk to a number of operators. They will always work hard to give good advice and to help you choose the best venue for your skill and fitness level. Every operator will want you to become a backcountry skier, but no operator will want you in one of their groups, if you will be out of place and become a liability. If you are well placed for your first trip, you will be back next year, a much stronger and more skilled and confident backcountry skier. As we said, backcountry skiing is infectious. Some say, “It’s better than sex”.

Many handicapping sites offer free sports picks or newsletter service options to their visitors who show interest in their services but don’t want to commit to the handicapper on the first meet. Professional handicapping services are plainly overflowing with useful betting knowledge which could be given away to people for free.

This is a very positive aspect of handicapping services as free knowledge shows that the handicapper has adequate knowledge regarding the business and also, their business’s USP lies much more beneath the knowledge. This in-depth knowledge and statistics could not be availed from anywhere except professional handicappers. Also, there are many self proclaimed ‘gurus’ and ‘masters’ in the betting business who are really scammers. This is why a visitor should always check a handicapper’s track record and market reputation before selecting them.

Another thing which a bettor can do is to check whether the handicapper’s sports picks have been listed by professional sports monitoring services. This is a great indication of how various handicappers feel regarding their own free sports picks. If a visitor has any difficulty in checking them, then the handicapper might not be worth the risk. The customer is paying for valuable betting information and he/she should make sure that their money is well spent.

Also, a customer should also avoid any website or handicappers who are offering ridiculous claims for getting successful and even display incorrect examples and records. It can be easily judged by the percentage they are advertising. Handicappers with success rate around 55 to 60 percent are reasonable, particularly when they are advertising for NFL and other football games.

If a website or handicapper says that they get amid seventy to eighty percent of correct Sports picks, then they should be susceptible as even the best analysts who have earlier played the game and have links with the best coaches and players could not promise such large a percentage. What has been outlined in the above mentioned lines is just a glimpse as to what can (and goes) behind the scenes in the sports betting and handicapping services. The elements of trust aren’t held by all the handicappers, so a customer has to always be aware regarding what the services are offering and what could he/she get.

Many professional sports handicapping websites offer free sports picks daily. A visitor should always check whether these sports picks are premium play or second rate predictions. Premium play requires hours of hard work analyzing statistics and market trend whereas second rate predictions could be made by any bettor. Also, the time on which the website offers its picks is very valuable as anyone can offer picks at the end of the game, but getting picks at the start of the game or with few minutes down is reasonable.

Sports Handicappers - Tips to Finding Yours

One of the easiest methods of locating the best sports handicappers is the internet. Many of the best advertise themselves and explain what they can do for you. What you want to do is compare each handicapping site to find if their expertise is in the area you are most interested in. If you are interested in baseball, discard all that focus primarily on football.

While some handicappers claim to be successful in all areas of sports wagering, when you first begin stick with those who specialize in your area of interest. Sports handicappers advertise more information on what they do well and less about the ones their system does not work well with.

Once you have chosen several of the handicappers you want to evaluate, write down their picks and/or suggestions and compare them to the actual outcome of the games. Don’t lay any money on these bets yet. Wait a few games. If the outcomes fall in the range you are comfortable with, go with them. If not, keep looking.

If you like to bet various types of sports, you might want to find a different system for each sport. Take advantage of different system sports knowledge. Each handicapping system prides itself in t its area of expertise. Don’t use basketball handicappers for soccer wagers. You don’t want your banker doing your heart surgery.

The only good handicapping service is the one that makes you money. Promises of winning and making money won’t buy you a new car. If you are not making money, find a new handicapper.

You probably already know how much the Internet has revolutionized many different facets of life, but nowhere has it had a greater effect than in the world of sports betting. In fact, Internet sportsbooks are a large part of a roughly $20 billion industry that has been changing the scope of gambling throughout the entire world since they emerged. There are now hundreds of online sportsbooks that accept wagers from thousands of gamblers worldwide - and as a result, this form of gambling is now more popular online than it ever was offline. The reasons for this are self-explanatory: Online sports betting works well for everyone involved - it is easier to manage as a bookie and as a bettor - because the Internet allows for transactions to be faster. In addition, there can be many different types of wagers at each sportsbook, and they largely overcome the legal issues involved with the practice. Nowadays, anyone can make a sports bet online, regardless of gambling experience or knowledge of sports in general. This is just a tiny glimpse into the power of Internet sportsbooks, and if you want to get in on the action then read the rest of this article to see exactly how easy it is to safely place an online sports bet.

Offshore sportsbooks came into existence around the same time the Internet emerged into everyday life, and eventually took a powerful hold of the virtual marketplace in the mid 1990’s. The mode of the modern Internet sportsbook largely depends on the country where the institution is headquartered. In other words, different countries throughout the world can admit bookmakers to legally accept sports bets, and how they govern them reflects their ability to survive in the competitive, self-regulated industry. Most of these companies are located in Central America and on Caribbean island nations. As with most billion dollar industries, technological advances and a strong financial backbone are the most important factors for the credibility of an Internet sportsbook. The very first Internet sportsbooks laid down the foundation for this structure and how these companies should operate. That is, they set the standard that the importance of reputation of an Internet sportsbook is key for the survival of the institution. A reputable service is one that offers fair odds and lines, delivers reliable payouts, provides tight security, has excellent customer service along with a large number of customers. Where an online sportsbook is legal and what the regulations are on how they operate vary from nation to nation, because strong companies generally have a larger economic impact on the smaller countries, especially in the third world.

The best Internet sportsbook is the one that offers odds consistent with competing Internet sportsbooks, has a strong financial backing so payouts are fast and secure, and has above average customer support for their thousands of avid gamblers. These sportsbooks will generally have hundreds of thousands of regular sports bettors placing wagers on their websites every day. However, the opposite type - which their are hundreds of - are poor Internet sportsbooks and are a high risk to player funds, have below average customer service, and offer inconsistent odds and lines for their players. Some are outright scams, and you would not have a chance to recover your funds if something went wrong when requesting a payout. This can be daunting to a gambling newbie. Also, it may be the defining moment for someone who is interested in sports betting to decide whether or not they’re going to get in on the action, because everyone knows how relentless Internet scammers can be - especially within the risky business of gambling. However, if you use a trusted and celebrated Internet sportsbook, then you will feel confident that you are investing in a reputable service that can potentially be very lucrative for you.

Online sportsbook bets can be placed at one of the hundreds of reliable Internet sportsbooks, they are the most convenient place for bookmakers to readily accept wagers for outcomes on a wide variety of sports including baseball, basketball, football, soccer, and horse racing. Internet sportsbooks work great for everyone involved because they operate much more cost effectively than they would as a land-based casino sportsbook. That’s because transactions take place over the Internet or over the phone, and the wagers are deducted from the sports bettors account balance or “bankroll” whenever they want in on the action. They are also the place where the odds and free sports scores are established, which can be seen by everyone and compared to other Internet sportsbooks. Different types of bets can be placed at each sportsbook, and this benefits the bettor because you can shop around for the type of bet you want to make with the best available odds for that particular game or event.

Are you beginning to see how Internet sportsbooks have shaped the sports betting world? Modern day bookmakers are as prevalent as ever on the Internet and there are many different websites that feature a wide variety of bets you can make for a number of different sporting events. You can even make bets on the Scripps National Spelling Bee if you wanted to! Internet sportsbooks take advantage of the power that the web has to offer and make it easier for sports gamblers to place their wagers - and now more than ever the growing interest of making online sports bets has even made it possible for intelligent individuals to make a full-time living off sports betting. So, whether you’re an experienced bettor or you’re someone who doesn’t know anything about sports or gambling at all, there is an opportunity for everyone to safely and effortlessly place a bet at one of the many reputable Internet sportsbooks from the comfort of your own home.

Heli-skiing is one of the most challenging sports that tickle that risk-taking explorer in you. This sport involves the risk part of high altitude skiing so if you have enough courage to fight all odds in the high altitude, enjoy Heli-Skiing. The helicopter will drop you at the peak of a snow capped mountain and you can criss-cross the unknown routes and ridges to come down. This thrilling sport is done in a group. Before you start this game make sure the exact height from where you would start skiing, which is the height of the peak from the ground at the starting point. Make sure you are well equipped with the most essential equipments for these extreme sports.

Heli-Skiing expeditions through the glacial regions are very risky due to the presence of avalanche so you should all safety measures to get rid of any potential dangers. Contact the regional information centre or sports associations to get the right weather report. As we all know skiing constancy varies in every mountain range and even in slopes. Always hire a guide or ski instructor, with good knowledge about that skiing area decisions of such guides’ are vital and must be respected. Heli-skiing professional pilots have good knowledge of flying conditions during winters in the mountains. Their experience and knowledge about the weather changes make them alert. So they work in close company with certified skiing guide to make your skiing experience safe.

You should always pre-plan your helicopter skiing trip as the snowy regions accident prone. Always take precautions to get that ultimate heli-skiing experience. Ensure that you have hired certified guides, experienced helicopter pilots, have all the essential medical facilities and all forms of arrangements for emergency backup when you plan for heli-skiing. You will get numerous Heli-Ski Guides that will present you with world class standards and select the vast terrain for you skiers and snowboarders. Opt from the 7 day heli-ski packages and 3 day heli-ski package and enjoy the munificent welcome of the customary mountain lodge professional skiing guides and best team of pilots’ to get world class heliskiing experience.

They have very good communication facility, detailed information of weather forecast and safety equipment to meet all your requirements. Helicopters used in heli-skiing are equipped with a GPS, VHF radio and satellite phone for all time contact with the lodge and ski guides. Other essential equipments here are first aid, oxygen, avalanche survival equipment. The heli-skiing pilots are awfully taught and knowledgeable professionals flying thousands of hours in the regional mountains. Pilots are quite capable to control landing zones at elevated altitude with expertise.

Countries having popular heli-skiing and catskiing spots are Iceland, Canada, USA, Greenland, Alaska, New Zealand, Russia, Sweden, Turkey, Argentina, Norway, Finland, Indian Himalayas, Nepal, Georgia, Chile, and Switzerland. But Canada is the most popular area for heli-skiing. You will have innovation experience in ski mountaineering in the mountain region if you go for providers having a good number of years experience.

A great day on the slopes can mean several different things. Not everyone shares the same expertise when it comes to sliding down a frozen mountain on waxed slices of fiberglass. Hopefully this quick guide to skiing will help you get on your way. Use the following links to skip down to the section that most interests you.

1. Taking lessons
2. Choosing the right clothing
3. The best equipment for you
4. Where to skiv
5. For the extreme skier

Taking lessons

If it’s your first time on skis, there are several ways you can learn the proper style and technique. You can teach yourself, learn from a friend or take lessons from a professional ski instructor. Teaching yourself might not be the recommended option. There are more risks of injury and you can learn some bad habits. This could result in missing out on some (or most) of the fun, getting discouraged and not enjoying the sport.

If you decide to take lessons from a friend, you will definitely save yourself some money but you might not get all the important information and tips you would get from a seasoned pro. What if your friend taught himself and learned some bad habits?

The most practical option is to take lessons from a professional ski instructor. This will help you stay safe and learn important techniques. You can also choose to have the lessons tailored to your skiing needs. Luckily, all five ski resorts around Canmore offer lessons.

What to wear

When it comes to staying warm on top of a snow covered mountain, you will need to find the appropriate clothing from head to toe. The good news is you don’t have to worry about the boots; they come with the skis. However, they don’t offer much insulation and extra socks might be a good idea. You will appreciate having two pairs of socks. The outside pair should preferably be wool.

For your legs, layers are recommended. A good pair of flexible pants (i.e. not jeans) covered with water tight ski pants will usually be adequate. Depending on the forecast, long johns might also be necessary. You might be thankful of spending a little extra for some ski pants with reinforced knees - this is usually the first place to wear-out with frequent falls.

Your upper body should also be covered in layers; a minimum of three. The bottom layer can be a comfortable long-sleeve T-shirt. However, the next layer should be water resistant but breathable. This will keep water away from you body, keep you dry and help keep you warm (there’s nothing worse than cold water to steal all your body warmth). The outside layer should break the wind - most ski jackets do the trick. They also have several zippered pockets to stash all things necessary (lip-balm is indispensable).

Let’s not forget your noggin’. A good percentage of body heat is lost through the head. This makes it very important to cover it up. Start with a good neck warmer or scarf for you neck and chin (if you opt for a balaclava ski mask, this might not be necessary). You will also need eyewear. While sunglasses usually do the trick, winds can pick up unexpectedly on the mountain tops so goggles are recommended. If you buy goggles, make sure they offer UV protection; the sun glare off the snow can be hard on your eyes. Finally, cover up your head with a warm toque.

Note: the amount and warmth of the clothing you decide to wear all depends on the forecast and the season. Obviously, spring skiing asks for cooler ski wear. Use your best judgement and always remember - too warm is better than too cold!

The right equipment for you

When it comes to choosing the best equipment, a beginner can more than manage with some inexpensive rental skis and poles. All of the ski resorts near Canmore offer rentals. Plus, you might find out that skiing is not for you so you might not want to spend too much money getting all geared up before hitting the slopes a few times.

Once you get the hang of it, enjoy it and start skiing more frequently, it’s time to look at the option of purchasing your own equipment. Luckily, several online outlet stores (like Backcountry.com) let you browse various items before deciding on what brand, type and style of skis, poles, bindings and boots you want to invest in. Some online stores even offer used equipment if you want your own gear with a less expensive approach.

Where to ski

With five major ski resorts within an hour’s drive, your stay in Canmore gives you access to a wide variety of skiing options.

Choose Nakiska, just 35 minutes away, for its smaller, uncrowded atmosphere.
Visit Fortress Mountain for its two mountains and sweet snow conditions.
You can try Mount Norquay if you like night skiing.
Maybe you prefer Sunshine Village, which offers fast lifts, the most snow and great powder.
There’s also the ski resort in Lake Louise, the largest ski area in North America.

No matter which resort you choose, there is enough skiing around Canmore to keep you coming back season after season.

For the extreme skier

If you’re an experienced skier, you know that powder snow is the ultimate experience. However, you also are aware of the fact that it’s rare and hard to find. Even though most ski mountains get frequent snowfall, the dryness and depth of the snow is marginal. Add the early morning traffic to all this and the deep, smooth, untracked powder is soon groomed and packed, making that “perfect powdered run” hard to come by.

The good news is that there are alternatives to being a conventional “powder chaser”. There is ski touring, heli ski and Cat Skiing.

Ski touring is arduous and time consuming. For those who aren’t familiar with it, you basically trek through the backcountry on remote alpine peaks, far from crowded resorts. You can then enjoy the powder as well as the peaceful nature of the uncrowded slopes.

Those who are willing to spend a bit of money to get the ultimate skiing experience can choose Heli Skiing. This type of skiing has been around for several years. It consists of hitching a ride aboard a helicopter to the top of the mountain where there is powder as far as the eyes can see. This however will run you around $1000 a day and is only available to proficient skiers. Also available are multiple day guided tours on huge, isolated slopes upon mountain tops.

This type of adventure does not come without its downsides. There are days when the helicopter cannot fly due to inclement weather conditions and there is always the inherent risk of avalanches. However, all reputable heli-operators provide qualified guides who know the safest routes down the slopes. When weather is unforgiving, guides will restrict skiing to the wooded areas; “skiing the trees”.

Tree skiing is usually associated with another type of mechanized skiing - cat skiing. This type of extreme skiing is fairly new. Basically, a snowcat (a large mechanized snow caterpillar) takes you up the mountain. This takes more time than by helicopter but some prefer its more cozy, relaxed and tranquil environment. Snowcats boast comfortable cabins than can accommodate up to 12 people, a guide and a driver. While you scale the mountain in this comfy coach, you can nibble on some snacks, warm up and even sit out the next run. Yes, even if snowcat skiing or snowcats are slower, most people get their money’s worth and wear themselves out.

Cat skiing is more affordable than its big brother, heli-skiing. It will run you approximately $600 a day, including transportation, lodging, meals and guiding. Plus, snowcats still run in inclement weather. This cuts down on “down days” you would get with a helicopter. This way, especially if your ski vacation is limited for time, you get the most amount of skiing possible.

Of course, like its big brother, cat skiing has its limitations. The snowcats can’t go everywhere a helicopter can so cat skiing is more limited geographically. However, cat-operators become very familiar with their “limited geography” and this limits unpredicted events.

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In the quest for ever-higher peaks, and endless vertical fields of fresh powder, extreme skiers don’t ride a chair lift or a gondola, they ride a helicopter. With heliskiing operations now available all over the world in many countries, advanced skiers have the possibility to access isolated terrain in every continent. However, Canadian heli skiing has the longest history of helicopter skiing operations, and arguably the best conditions you can find anywhere in the world. It is home to the majority of heliskiing and heli boarding operations on Earth. This is probably because British Columbia, Canada, has the perfect combination of terrain, climate, and precipitation that it’s needed for this kind of operations.

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And what is the cost of the ideal Canadian heliskiing experience? Most packages run anywhere from $800 to $1,100 per person per day, but it is a cost that is well worth it. This includes food, lodging, helicopter lifts, and apr?s ski hors d’ouevres. Alcohol is always an additional cost. Most packages include a guaranteed minimum vertical. Additional vertical feet are usually billed at $25-$40 per thousand feet.

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