Backcountry Skiing

There is nothing as thrilling as skiing deep, untracked powder in completely wild terrain. To enjoy this sport you need a good set of telemark skis, good information about where to go, and expert knowledge of snow conditions and avalanche risks. Among the best places to pursue this sport is Togwotee Pass in Bridger-Teton National Forest in Wyoming. Otherwise, check at local ski shops and ask at the headquarters of national forests and state parks. The Jackson Hole Mountain Resort decided in 1999 to allow skiers to ski beyond the boundaries of areas it grooms and patrols -- as long as they sign waivers. Check with other ski resorts about out-of-bounds forest areas that might be accessible for backcountry adventures.