​With the prospect of the Gorge being plowed this winter - RADIO REQUIRED traffic will be in effect. 100% compliance is the key here - no radio? no go! 24/7
This is NEW. Spread the word.
Know your radio, and its limitations, drive defensively, and communicate clearly when you do use your radio. Remember to listen as well as call your KM's. Downhill (loaded and large) has right of way.
Keep up the snow dances! and C'mon La Nina!

Updated Radio Restrictions
As of October 31st 2023 The Craigellachie Anstey – Gorge (0839.01) "Gorge Road” REQUIRES 2 way radios 7 days a week between Oct 31st and May 1st. No exceptions.

• Use of 2-way radio systems will be required from October 31 – May 1 in order to coordinate the safe movement of traffic.
• The specified radio frequency to be used on portions of forest service roads is: Resource Road Channel RR-9, frequency 150.365
• A person must not operate a vehicle contrary to a traffic control device.
• A new sign has been installed at the start of Gorge Road (see attached)

Restrictions subject to change on short notice. The District will monitor road conditions and may change restrictions immediately.

For those of you still out there, Avy Canada has issued a SPAW for this weekend. Please read it here.

It has come to our attention that there was one incident today, March 6, 2023 between a heavy & light vehicle on the Gorge RR and one close call. Any interactions with logging trucks have the potential to be fatal and it is our understanding at this time that there were thankfully no injuries.

However, this incident clearly identifies the worst case potential outcome of not using radios properly and is the primary safety issue of travelling on the Gorge RR while industrial activity is occurring. 

Unfortunately, recreational access to the Gorge RR could potentially now be restricted to all users which is something we all need to strive to avoid.

The GSTA would like to reinforce the importance of proper radio use on the Gorge RR. Strict adherence to proper protocols by all is absolutely required for continued recreational access to the Gorge RR. See our touring page for more details.

A Valentine's Day update from our friends at K3:

The Gorge is a busy place at times - radio use seems to be pretty much near 100% - which is what is needed. Still need to try to get folks to do more than just call their KM's - to actually listen, but hey it is a work in progress!

Logging is ongoing - lots of traffic - though most of the 1st round of hauling seems to be done by +-  8 am. 

So far the road is holding up nicely - only the bottom 1 K has some melt freeze and a bit of breakup.

Nice to see folks keeping the MIN  updates coming - we have Avalanche.ca forecasters on staff and they appreciate the info. Especially in places where there is a lack of "Industry" reports from the INFOEX.

The Gorge Ski Touring Association was featured in an article in the Revelstoke Mountaineer. Check it out below:

https://revelstokemountaineer.com/planning-initiatives-explore-increasingly-busy-revelstoke-area-backcountry/

Avalanche Canada has issued a Special Public Avalanche Warning here: SPAW

Incase you missed the SPIN news article from last year, here's the link!

December 24th update from our friends at K3 Catski:

Merry Christmas from K3
Quick update for those that maybe missed it... logging is wrapped for the Holidays (will resume Jan3), the road is only being plowed to keep access.
Today there was 30-40 cms of new snow and it might get complicated if no plowing occurs over the next few days even with high clearance and 4x4).
The Highway is a parking lot too - high avy hazard in the Pass and 3 Valley.
Stay safe - stay warm ( I do not miss -35 from Wednesday).
Be sure to check Drivebc and Avalanche.ca - there is lots of change happening.
Be sure to thank Santa for the snow if he drops by later tonight.
Merry Christmas