Hello from the BLBCA

It finally seems that the winter is slowly starting to give signs of a changing season. While there is still plenty of snow in the mountains, and lots of turns to be had, the signs of spring have definitely arrived. It has been an interesting winter, lots of good snow, but everything has been tempered and spirits dampened while we all deal with the ongoing pandemic.

We hope have an opportunity to get out and enjoy BC's amazing backcountry this summer. To that end, we have updated our Mountain Escapes booklet. This publication has plenty of information in it; offering you suggestions on how to plan your summer's adventure, while traveling safely and responsibly.

Check out the BLBCA photo contest. Great prizes, give it a whirl, send in your best pic, or tell a story highlighting your responsible use of the backcountry. Interested? Check out the BLBCA Photo Contest. Contest closes: April 19th, 2021

Take good care.

Sincerely, Brad Harrison                                                                                    Executive Director, Backcountry Lodges of BC Association

Community & Connection: We Want to Hear From You!

Community and connection are integral to our well-being and with that, we want to connect with you through our Monthly Community & Connection column to foster conversation within our circle.

This month, we want to know: What have you done to support wildlife or wilderness habitat? Maybe you practiced leave-no-trace camping or retrieved garbage left behind by other backcountry users, planted trees or built sanctioned trails. Perhaps you supported environmental groups or have even signed up for a BLBCA Affiliate Membership. 

Share your thoughts with us in 100 words by entering the #myBCbackcountry Through Your Lens Photo Contest and be entered in to win one of three mountain lodge getaways!

BLBCA's 5 Tips for Responsible Recreation in the Backcountry

Those of us who have had the good fortune to enjoy adventures in the backcountry know what it’s like to take in the unspoiled environment and scenery. It’s important to recognize and understand the impact that our recreation can have on the backcountry environment and be mindful of how to recreate responsibly, so we can minimize the effects of our use.

It’s on all of us to ensure that the backcountry remains as unspoiled as possible, and so we’ve rounded up five tips to help you recreate responsibly in the backcountry.

Read the full post and see our five tips to help you recreate responsibly in the backcountry on our blog.

BLBCA Lodges Featured In The News

Despite many backcountry lodges being affected by COVID over the recent season, BLBCA operators are feeling optimistic for the future.

A recent article in the Toronto Star featured comments from Shelly Glasheen of Valkyr Adventures, Jasmin Caton of Valhalla Mountain Touring, and Courtney Hulbert of Ice Creek Lodge. 

To read the full article, head over to the Toronto Star.