Uploaded September 2019 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago
Shoveling is the most time-consuming phase of an avalanche rescue. In this updated video, BCA's Andy Wenberg takes you through the "ABC's and D of Digging," using 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 shovelers. The crux is to start digging downhill of the probe strike (not straight down), to clear snow to the sides first, and to avoid moving snow more than once.
Be sure to take an avalanche class before heading into the winter backcountry. For more educational resources, check out backcountryaccess.com/en-us/learn-avalanche-safety
Shoveling is the most time-consuming phase of an avalanche rescue. In this updated video, BCA's Andy Wenberg takes you through the "ABC's and D of Digging," using 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 shovelers. The crux is to start digging downhill of the probe strike (not straight down), to clear snow to the sides first, and to avoid moving snow more than once.
Be sure to take an avalanche class before heading into the winter backcountry. For more educational resources, check out backcountryaccess.com/en-us/learn-avalanche-safety
![[EDGE]ucation - E2 Side Stash Pocket: Keep Your Pack On!](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/dS9-1zWAZJ8/mqdefault.jpg "[EDGE]ucation - E2 Side Stash Pocket: Keep Your Pack On!
The Float E2 Side Stash pocket is here to make your life easier, and to make that seamless transition without taking your pack off that much more attainable. Use the Side Stash pocket to change out gear or hydrate on the fly, and avoid taking off your airbag while you are out in the field with easy access to skin track essentials. Edge shows us how he uses his Side Stash pocket to transition faster than anyone else, so he can get drop in first... Every time.
Learn more and shop the BCA Float E2 Avalanche Airbag collection:
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