MOUNTAIN SAFETY COLLECTIVE
MSC is a not-for-profit association and 1% For The Planet Environmental Partner that supports winter backcountry recreation in Victoria and NSW. Our free Backcountry Conditions Reports align to international standards, providing daily observations and forecasts of all likely alpine hazards including weather, ice and avalanche, throughout the Australian snow season. MSC has also coordinated the installation of Avalanche Training Centres in Mt Hotham (VIC) and Thredbo (NSW). If you’re new to the backcountry, these 10 Tips are a great place to start.
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Victorian Backcountry Companion
MSC released the first edition of the totally free, totally awesome Victorian Backcountry Companion.
With over 20 ski or splitboard tours complete with detailed notes, maps and GPS resources.
An easy to use resource to help you choose, plan and execute ski tours across the Alpine National Park. From intro to advanced we’ve got you covered.
FROM THE MSC BLOG
ALPINE GUIDES, AVALANCHE SAFETY & BACKCOUNTRY SKILLS COURSES
Looking for an experienced guide to take you on a backcountry tour, or wanting to build your skills with an avalanche safety, ski mountaineering or snow camping course? MSC’s Alpine Guiding Partners are here to get you started »
MEET THE MOUNTAIN SAFETY COLLECTIVE AMBASSADORS
Simon Murray
Michaela Davis-Meehan
Drew Jolowicz
Tim Macartney-Snape
Alex Parsons
Dylan Robinson
Chess Smee
Matt Wiseman
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