We talk to IFMGA / AMGA mountain guide, Rob Coppolillo (author of The Mountain Guide Manual and the new book, The Ski Guide Manual) about how he got into guiding; the current state of backcountry and avalanche education; his take on the pros and cons of avalanche airbag packs; the fundamental question of the most effective way to travel in the backcountry; and more.TOPICS & TIMES:The story behind Rob’s family name (2:03)Growing up: skiing, hiking, climbing (3:40)When did you start guiding? (5:33)Rob’s first book: Holy Spokes (7:22)2nd Book: The Mountain Guide Manual (8:49)New Book: The Ski Guide Manual (10:10)“Decision Making” vs. “Snow Science” (16:27)Most common “flawed decisions”? (23:00)Avi packs & risk perception (28:36)Most effective way to travel in the backcountry (36:30)Where are you guiding most these days? (43:35)57 Hours as a backcountry safety tool (48:35) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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