Author of The Bozeman and Big Sky Backcountry Ski Guide - Ben Werner shares how he got into skiing, some of his favorite repeat locations and why he loves backcountry skiing in SW Montana.  www.bozemanskiguide.com

*#1 Take an avalanche course before you do anything.  That is going to be your best intro.  There certainly can be a lot of specialized gear associated with backcountry skiing, but I think if you take an avalanche course first, it is a good way to learn what the essentials are that you need.”

• Ben Werner*