1.   Because villages dot many Alpine valleys, avalanche control in Europe involves mainly passive measures.

2.   If the Highline Ridge is closed for avalanche control, party in Shiver-Me-Timbers, the Ripper, What Chutes?

3.   Other exhibits at the Colorado Ski Museum focus on racing, avalanche control, Olympic competitors and the ski patrol.

4.   When avalanche control is finished, the masses swamp Whistler and Glacier Bowls.