Close call for this unsuspecting snowboarder who nearly got clobbered by an avalanche release directly above the cat track he was traversing. One second later and he would have knocked off his feet and buried. Yikes.

Skier Escapes a Minor Avalanche

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....