During winter in western Canada, travelers will find some of the world's best downhill skiing in the world in our Canadian Rocky Mountains at Banff/Lake Louise and Jasper. On the west coast there is also skiing close Vancouver. There are also great downhill ski areas in interior British Columbia and the foothills of the mountains in Alberta, within a short trip west from Calgary.

For cross country skiers, the mountains, foothills, boreal forests and prairies have many great trails. There also ski clubs, that organize regular activities.

If you're properly trained, prepared, planned, equipped and dressed, skiing is an excellent way to explore the backcountry in winter. Here are some tips for enjoying your skiing experiencing:

• Always be aware of avalanche and changing weather conditions!
• Carry or know how to find clean safe water!
• Let people know where you are going and when you plan to return!
• Have good map and compass skills!
• Use care, or even avoid, crossing frozen bodies of water and glaciers!
• Carry first aide and emergency supplies!
• If you're not experienced, travel with a guide, or qualified person!

All of our feature destinations at Ya'Gotta, all have a wide range of accommodations, campgrounds and professional guides to help you find your way around the area.

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