Canadian Snow Conditions

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Last Frontier II

It’s often been said, ‘there’s just something different about Canadian snow’. This is commonly heard at the bottom of an epic run, after heli skiing amazing conditions, with us at Last Frontier. We think northern BC does have something special about its snow, and this is not just the annual abundance of the stuff.

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Heli Skiing Skis: How they are constructed

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Last Frontier II

Whether you’re heli skiing in Alaska, northern BC, or just ripping up the piste at your local resort, you probably aren’t giving much thought to the construction of your skis.

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How to wax your skis

Posted on May 16, 2012 by Last Frontier II

So in our last ski maintenance post we looked at the equipment you’ll need to get your skis nicely waxed up in preparation for jetting off to your heli ski accommodation, before hitting the great northern BC Mountains. Now let’s put the equipment to practice and discuss the best waxing methods and techniques.

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What to Wear Heli Skiing: 5 of the Best Ski Socks

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Last Frontier II

A while ago we had a look at the often-overlooked importance of ski socks when planning what gear to take when packing for a heli skiing holiday. Here are our recommendations for the best socks to keep you feet warm and dry throughout those long, epic, heli ski filled days.

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Heliski Gloves, Mittens & More: How to Keep your Hands Warm!

Posted on May 12, 2012 by Last Frontier II

During the depths of the winters here in northern BC, believe us when we say it can get very cold. The extremely low temperatures can provide some unbelievable heli skiing opportunities with the softest driest snow, but this can come at a price. Trying to keep your fingers warm in these conditions can be a challenge in itself. Whilst the rest of you might be wrapped up nice and warm, your fingers are at the extremities of the body, far away from the heat giving warmth of the heart. For this reason, and their lack of insulation, other than gloves, they get cold a lot quicker than other parts of the body.

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