Last Friday’s decision by the Alberta government to reopen provincial parks to car traffic made lots of outdoor enthusiasts happy. Finally a way to escape the city and get back to our “regularly scheduled programming” with some hikes, ski tours, runs, etc.

Thanks to Kevin Hjertaas from MTN Guiding for sharing this article and the content of his first aid kit!   “What’s in your pack?” always sparks debate. Here’s what I carry when I’m ski touring recreationally. Weight is always a...