WE'VE KNOWN JESSICA BIEL rips since she descended the North Summit Snowfield last winter on a trip to Big Sky - how else do you think she keeps those shapely gams and derriere in perfect Hollywood condition? Now, she’s taking her snowboarding to the next level and taking an avi course - not a bad idea with so many early season slides this winter.
We’re not usually ones to flaunt our celebrity skiers, but with Jessica touting Big Sky as one of her go-to mountains to fellow skier David Letterman, we’ll take this cue from Jessica: In or out of bounds, skiers need to be prepared. Jessica has the savvy to educate herself on the necessary precautions to take on the mountain, and it's not a bad idea to follow suit.
Big Sky Resort works hard to manage avalanches in-bounds, but it’s always good to carry an avalanche beacon, shovel, and probe, and know how to use them wherever you're skiing. And front, side, or backcountry, remember to never go alone. Again, not a bad idea - especially when your next ski partner for the Big Couloir could be none other than Jessica Biel.
- Greer
Going into the backcountry? Read the daily Avalanche Advisory.
Staying in-bounds? Know what kind of conditions you're heading into by checking the daily Snow Report.
Check out where you can find medical, wilderness, or avalanche training and info at Big Sky Search and Rescue.
Find out more about avalanche safety with the Never Go Alone campaign from Big Sky Search and Rescue and mtavalanche.com.
