Stand Up Paddleboarding:

• Check out the wind direction, tides and other important info here.

• Surfing: Surfline is our preferred surf forecasting website, but the most reliable way to check the surf is to go look at the beach. Spend at least 5-10 minutes watching other surfers or SUP surfers prior to deciding if you will go out that day. Safety first!

• Check the Weather: Check this site Spot WX and enter in your destination to find out what the weather will be for your adventure!

Peruse the paddling tips, info and useful resources from Paddle Canada.

• Did you know? All Access can teach Basic SUP Skills courses and lessons to new paddlers, inquire via email or send us a message on our contact us page. Lessons start June 1, 2024.

• Stand Up Paddleboarding lessons are a great way to prepare for a SUP camping trip, longer day paddles or just to get more comfortable on open ocean or lake environments. Learn how to stay safe on the water, paddle efficiently and maneuver skillfully with your gear before heading out with your friends.

Avalanche resources and more:

• Check out the avalanche forecast, reported daily by Avalanche Canada.

• Know if you are heading out of service! If your cell phone is out of range, bring a satellite device like a Garmin inReach and know how to use it in case of an emergency.

• Valuable information on services, education, weather, safety and more on the North Shore Rescue website!

• Information on avalanche safety protocol and specific terrain maps for the National Parks is available through the Parks Canada website.

• Adventure Smart BC has a whack load of information on backcountry/avalanche safety and how to trip plan effectively. Check out their website for backcountry touring information, tips and more.

• Avalanche Safety Training courses are essential to your first season of safe and successful backcountry touring. They are easy to find in the city and up and down the sea to sky corridor. Fire up the ol’ google machine and find an AST course close to you ;) Book it with your friends and try splitboarding when you do the practical skills training on Day 2. Our local partners offer avalanche safety training courses and will customize them to you. Check out:

• Canada West Mountain School for a variety of AST courses, for splitboarders, skiers and snowshoers, amongst other valuable mountaineering education courses. Avalanche Skills programs are directly supervised by Canada West Mountain School owner Brian Jones, an ACMG Mountain Guide and Canadian Avalanche Association Professional Member.

Driving conditions, dos and don’ts:

• Don’t forget to check the roads and know your route before you go! Link to Drive BC

• Do book with the Shred Shuttle in Squamish or other local shuttle services to avoid driving your janky car up to the trailhead. Relax and kick your feet up and save your energy for the good stuff.

• If you are headed out on 4x4 roads, FSRs, or even just winter driving, do make sure your car is well-equipped with snow tires, chains, shovel/sandbags etc.

Don’t drive drunk, tired, or rushed! Keep your wits about you and stay safe on the roads. You can’t adventure and experience nature if you’re stuck in a ditch somewhere! Also, speeding tickets suck!!!