Presents historical background on ski mountaineering, which is climbing a mountain on skis and then skiing down the slopes, and offers tips on climbing and skiing specific mountains.

Throughout the world, to the chagrin of downhill ski resorts, a revolution has been taking place. Skiers and snowboarders alike have been giving up lift access in order to experience the freedom and beauty of untracked wilderness. Wild Snow: A Historical Guide to North American Ski Mountaineering shows how to do it. It is heavily illustrated with 214 historical, inspirational and route photographs.