February was a dangerous and deadly month in the Colorado backcountry. Abby Gierke talks with Brian Lazar, Deputy Director for the Colorado Avalanche Information Center about Brian's rituals before he heads into the backcountry, the evolution of avalanche forecasting and mitigation, advice for parents, the importance of mentorship, and much more.
Other Plans host Abby Gierke interviews locals about what they do for work and how it affects their lives. Other Plans airs the third Wednesday of every month.