The world lost another great soul last month when experienced skier Jack Hannan died in an avalanche near Pemberton, BC. His friend, Backcountry.com writer Tanya Christensen penned a fantastic tribute to Hannan on The Backcountry Beacon. I never knew Jack Hannan, but from what I’ve heard he skied jaw-dropping lines, but inspired those around him even more with his patient, kind, and humble attitude. Our thoughts go out to Hannan’s family.

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