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People who ski in the Sierra Nevada backcountry say there’s no better way to experience the wonder of the mountains in winter. But the avalanche that killed nine backcountry skiers near Lake Tahoe last month has highlighted the dangers inherent in the sport. Those hazards include masses of snow racing down steep slopes — and a human tendency to sometimes underestimate risk. We talk about what can be done to address the dangers and heighten awareness for the growing number of people looking to explore the wilderness in winter.
Guests:
Sarah Wright, outdoors engagement reporter, KQED
Sara Boilen, clinical psychologist; backcountry skier; co-host, "The Avalanche Hour" podcast
Ethan Greene, director, Colorado Avalanche Information Center
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People who ski in the Sierra Nevada backcountry say there’s no better way to experience the wonder of the mountains in winter. But the avalanche that killed nine backcountry skiers near Lake Tahoe last month has highlighted the dangers inherent in the sport. Those hazards include masses of snow racing down steep slopes — and a human tendency to sometimes underestimate risk. We talk about what can be done to address the dangers and heighten awareness for the growing number of people looking to explore the wilderness in winter.
Guests:
Sarah Wright, outdoors engagement reporter, KQED
Sara Boilen, clinical psychologist; backcountry skier; co-host, "The Avalanche Hour" podcast
Ethan Greene, director, Colorado Avalanche Information Center
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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