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Cat-Ski Weather Insurance: Northern Escape Keeps You Skiing!

November 27, 2025

Cat-Ski Weather Insurance: Northern Escape Keeps You Skiing!

Heli-skiing in BC is about deep powder, big terrain, and making the most of every day in the mountains. Across all of BC, heli-ski operators typically see one day of weather that limits flying every week or two. That’s just the nature of big mountains and deep snow. Northern Escape Heli Skiing is no different—we don’t have more down days than anyone…

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The History of Heli Skiing

August 09, 2025

The History of Heli Skiing

Heli Skiing in the Skeena Mountains The History of Heli-Skiing: From the First Flight to Today Heli skiing, the ultimate adrenaline rush for thrill-seekers, has its roots deep in the rugged mountains…

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Another Incredible Season Comes to a Close at Northern Escape Heli-Skiing

April 14, 2025

Another Incredible Season Comes to a Close at Northern Escape Heli-Skiing

As we wrap up another unforgettable season at Northern Escape Heli-Skiing, our hearts are filled with gratitude and excitement for the memories we've created together. Each year, our guests make it clear…

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A Day in the Life of Heli-Ski Guide Troy Grant

January 24, 2025

A Day in the Life of Heli-Ski Guide Troy Grant

Troy Grant enjoying another epic day in the mountains—living the dream as a Northern Escape heli-ski guide! At Northern Escape Heli-Skiing, the magic of deep powder skiing in British Columbia’s Skeena…

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Behind the Scenes at Northern Escape Heli-Skiing: The Heart of Our Adventure

December 10, 2024

Behind the Scenes at Northern Escape Heli-Skiing: The Heart of Our Adventure

Behind every epic run at Northern Escape Heli-Skiing is a passionate team dedicated to creating extraordinary adventures in the stunning Skeena mountains. At Northern Escape Heli-Skiing, we know that…

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Northern Escape Awarded World’s Best Heli Ski Operator

November 21, 2022

Northern Escape Awarded World’s Best Heli Ski Operator

It’s official. Northern Escape is the World’s Best Heli Ski Operator. At last week’s World Ski Awards, we took the title and are celebrating right now! Our whole team of passionate mountain people, many…

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Interview With Chad Hamilton – Heli Ski Operations Manager

June 29, 2018

Interview With Chad Hamilton – Heli Ski Operations Manager

In our last post, we introduced you to Ryan Merrill, our ACMG ski guide and guiding operations manager. Continuing our “Meet Our Staff” blog series, we want to introduce you to Chad Hamilton. As one of…

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Interview With Ryan Merrill – Our Guide Operations Manager

June 19, 2018

Interview With Ryan Merrill – Our Guide Operations Manager

In our “Meet Our Staff” blog series, we proudly introduced head chef Jens Larsen in our first post. Next on the list is Ryan Merrill, our guiding operations manager. Ryan Merrill is an ACMG ski guide who…

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Interview With Jens Larsens – Head Chef at NE Heli Skiing

June 05, 2018

Interview With Jens Larsens – Head Chef at NE Heli Skiing

At Northern Escape Heli Skiing here in beautiful British Columbia Canada, we are stoked to announce a new member to our management team: Jens Larsen. If you have visited us recently, chances are you got…

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Jens Larsen’s New Après Ski Cocktail Recipes…

May 23, 2018

Jens Larsen’s New Après Ski Cocktail Recipes…

As Executive Chef and Assistant Lodge Manager, I strive each season to improve our food and beverage service for guests here at Northern Escape Heli Skiing in British Columbia, Canada. For my third season…

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