BIG COTTONWOOD CANYON — A backcountry skier killed in an avalanche between Big and Little Cottonwood canyons over the weekend ...

Both skiers are men in their 50s ... U.S. have died in avalanches this season as of Feb. 8, according to the Colorado Avalanche Information Center. People heading into snow should always check ...

Local avalanche conditions will likely worsen next week, with a low-pressure system expected to bring snow starting Wednesday ...