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!
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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.
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. Yesterday, December 17, 2022, a group of people unloaded sleds at 6k on the Gorge Road and rode them up to 15k and back down. The picture above shows them parked at 15k. Not only is this extremely dangerous to all involved its illegal and jeopardizes the Gorge FSR staying open to public.
A reminder for everyone on snowmobiles on FSR's:
Please, please, do not sled on the Gorge FSR, share this and help keep the Gorge FSR safe and open! we've added a section on driving on forest roads (resource roads) as this is a key component of accessing the Gorge ski touring terrain safely. Visit the touring page for more info. You absolutely need to have the following:
With changing temperatures throughout the day and at different elevations, road conditions can go from good to super slippery in a matter of meters. Throw in loaded logging trucks and you need to make sure you are ready for anything. Some more tips and requirements for the road:
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