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Deep Powder and Steep Rock

the Life of Mountain Guide Hans Gmoser
Feb 18, 2014uzebdrumz rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
A biography of the mountaineer & backcountry skier Hans Gmoser. This book details the life an exploits of Hans Gmoser as he challenged himself with extreme mountain ascents and backcountry travels, while introducing skiers to the backcountry with his helicopter assisted guided descents - Gmoser was a revolutionary figure in the field of outdoor recreation. The book details his practicality & survivalist personality. He later realized that the success of heli skiing required a higher level of comfort for his guests. Virtually every backcountry operator in BC and Alberta can trace their roots to Moser's CMH heli guides.