If you grow up in the suburbs you get a big wheel for your 3rd birthday. If you grow up in Kicking Horse, B.C. you get a snowmobile. David Treadway’s son, Kasper, is one lucky kid. How much is a seasons pass if you weigh 40lbs?Â

Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture.... More by Francis Xavier