-first returned to the state from stints elsewhere years ago. I was SOOOOO glad I skied, hiked, and learned avalanche and general survival skills from them. They went on to teach seminars and took a few people on hire over the years, but remained my backup experts whenever I (and our small group of friends) needed.
That said, I cannot for the life of me ever imagine their condoning going out in conditions such as those in California. Of course, if you are in the backcountry (or climbing), weather can turn on a dime, but the circumstances around this horrific tragedy appear to be preventable and knowable. What was that group thinking? Who was guiding or advising them?
I hate reading this and knowing how many friends/family members will forever imagine those last hours and minutes. May all find peace. 
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