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We caught up with ACMG guide Jan Neuspiel between trips to Bella Coola, and asked him about his custom powder skis. They feature west coast raven design created by our favourite local K’omoks and Kwakwaka’wakw artist, Karver Everson. So you might be wondering, who is Jan? Jan has been guiding and teaching for more than 35 years all over the world with a particular focus on the Himalayan region for about half that time. He spent six years living in Nepal (he speaks Nepali!) and eleven years running a helicopter skiing operation in northern India. Since 2006 Jan has also been the Head Guide for Bella Coola Helisports' heliskiing operations in the Mount Waddington area of the BC Coast Range. Closer to home, Jan founded two of Vancouver Island's most familiar alpine institutions: 1) Island Alpine Guides, which is Vancouver Island's premiere mountain school and guide service. 2) The Vancouver Island Avalanche Centre, where he acted as lead forecaster until recently. It's a homegrown and grassroots effort supported entirely by local businesses and users. They provide avalanche safety information for Vancouver Islanders who recreate in the backcountry in winter, predominantly via the Vancouver Island Avalanche Bulletin. His breadth of experience, his thoughtful kindness and his spirit of adventure make Jan a natural leader. He is a true inspiration and we are so thankful for his influence on the alpine culture here in our community, and for his positive contributions to mountain culture at large. Relevant Links: Island Alpine Guides https://www.islandalpineguides.com/ https://www.instagram.com/islandalpineguides/ Vancouver Island Avalanche Centre https://www.islandavalanchebulletin.com/ https://www.instagram.com/viavalanche/ Karver Everson http://karvereverson.com/ https://www.instagram.com/karvereverson_nwc/ Kindred https://kindredsnowstore.com/ Thanks again to Ivan and Grayden from Visual Inclination for creating these awesome videos. Visual Inclination on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/visualinclination Visual Inclination on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/visinc/

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The Salina 48 catamaran is recommended for medium and large groups looking for a premium service and high level of amenities including a huge list of water toys. Crew: David (Spain), Anne-Sophie (France) and Jose (Guna indigenous). 5 star local crew. English, French, Spanish and indigenous spoken. Max 10 guests in 4 double cabins and 2 single beds Full A/C in all the interiors Open bar with no restrictions Top local and international cuisine with no lobster limitation Loaded with water toys Prices start at $2,200/day, including for 2 adults, on an all-inclusive private charter. Each additional adult: $250/day. Each additional children under 12: $125/day. The Salina 48 is a luxury catamaran that blends spaciousness, performance, and elegance, making it the ideal choice for an unforgettable charter experience. Designed for comfort, this stunning vessel features a vast cockpit perfect for alfresco dining, an inviting saloon with 360-degree views, and four well-appointed cabins, each with its own ensuite bathroom, providing ample privacy for up to 10 guests. The Salina 48 is renowned for its exceptional sailing capabilities, ensuring a smooth, stable voyage even in challenging conditions. Whether you're exploring secluded spots in the San Blas islands or cruising along the outer reefs, the Salina 48 offers the perfect balance of luxury and adventure, promising a charter experience that exceeds all expectations. Water toys included: 2 single kayaks 1 double transparent kayak 4 paddle boards 4 sea scooters Snorkeling gear for all Fishing gear Starlink full internet Big dinghy to get all guests for excursions

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