Fresh pow is in abundance this winter! Thinking of heading to the backcountry for untracked snow? Keep these items in your pack to have a better time out there.

The Tetons and Wasatch are buried. Colorado is covered with a thick white blanket. And the Sierra’s drought is finally over—because five years worth of snow just fell on the Tahoe area. Whether it’s Mother Nature, ULLR, or tiny elves responsible for the mass of snow slamming the country, skiers everywhere are thankful.
While everyone knows to bring a beacon-shovel-probe and the like, you may consider these out-of-the-box gear items.
Poop Kit
It’s a must! Just think, ya don’t go camping or backpacking sans deuce tackle. Why ski in the backcountry without the gear for your rear? I have rolled-up TP, hand sanitizer, Handi Wipes, and a dryer sheet all neatly stuffed into a doggie doo-doo bag. I mean, nobody, and no booty for that matter, is psyched to use a t-shirt sleeve or a sock to take care of business.