Know Before You Go

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Mindful Travel. Activities. Guides. Backcountry Safety.

IN THIS NEW LANDSCAPE OF LIFE...

Embracing the mindset of a responsible traveler is more important than ever. For detailed information about travel and activities in North Lake Tahoe, please check out our Know Before Your Go Informational Guides on GoTahoeNorth.com. They provide the necessary tools to fully prepare for your time in North Lake Tahoe. From tips on how to demonstrate mindful travel to helpful hints for planning your trip, the Know Before You Go Guide is the perfect resource for a successful getaway.

BACKCOUNTRY SAFETY

Know Before You Go is also a term used to stress the importance of Backcountry Safety. Skiing or riding in the backcountry is an amazing way to experience nature however because terrain access is beyond the boundaries of a ski resort, there is no avalanche control work or ski patrol. Before heading out into the backcountry, make sure to take an avalanche safety course, check weather conditions and fully assess the risk. There is specific gear you will need to stay safe (a beacon, probe and shovel to name a few), along with knowledge of reading snowpack and identifying safe routes to hike and lines to ride.

Learn more at: SierraAvalancheCenter.org.

Photo: Ryan Salm