Doug Fesler and Jill Fredston are THE experts when it comes to avalanche safety. And this little book, distilling their years of accumulated knowledge could well save your life. Don't go into the mountains in winter without reading it. Excellent book, and short enough to read while you are getting your skis tuned up. ( )

If you or anyone you know EVER ventures out into the snowy mountains, you MUST read this book at the very least. if at all possible, get into a solid multi-day avalanche hazard evaluation course. Too many people die every year from preventable mistakes in the winter wilderness. Read this book! ( )