Mountain Escapes is a podcast that aims to connect backcountry enthusiasts with the owners and operators of BLBCA member lodges throughout BC, Canada. In each episode we highlight a unique lodge through conversation with an owner. We will also feature guest appearances by other influential backcountry enthusiasts and industry experts. Your host, Brad Harrison, has worked and adventured in remote settings most of his life. He’s owned and operated lodges, operated mountaineering camps and provided avalanche courses. He is the Executive Director of the Backcountry Lodges of BC Association.

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Mountain Escapes is a podcast that aims to connect backcountry enthusiasts with the owners and operators of BLBCA member lodges throughout BC, Canada. In each episode we highlight a unique lodge through conversation with an owner. We will also feature guest appearances by other influential backcountry enthusiasts and industry experts. Your host, Brad Harrison, has worked and adventured in remote settings most of his life. He’s owned and operated lodges, operated mountaineering camps and provided avalanche courses. He is the Executive Director of the Backcountry Lodges of BC Association.
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February 6, 2026
Mountain Escapes | Episode 19 - Jan Neuspiel (MPCISM)
<p>This is Mountain Escapes, brought to you by the Backcountry Lodges of BC Association. Today we’re joined by Jan Neuspiel — longtime mountain guide, former owner of Island Alpine Guides on Vancouver Island, and the newly minted Program Coordinator for the Mountain Professional Critical Incident Stress Management Team. Welcome back, Jan.</p><p>Jan’s career spans decades in the mountains, from trekking and mountaineering in Nepal to heli-ski operations in the Indian Himalaya, leadership roles with Bella Coola Helisports, and co-founding the Vancouver Island Avalanche Centre Society. He’s also a peer responder with the Mountain Professional CISM Team and a recognized leader in mountain safety, with awards from both HeliCat Canada and the ACMG.</p><p>His personal adventures include a ski-mountaineering circumnavigation of Denali, a solo ascent of Pumori, traverses of the Wrangell–St. Elias Range, and a single-day ascent of Mount Asgard.</p><p>Thanks for joining us on Mountain Escapes. To hear more conversations like this, be sure to check out other BLBCA Mountain Escapes episodes. Take good care out there.</p><p></p>

December 22, 2025
Mountain Escapes | Episode 18 - Boulder Hut
<p>Join us for an exciting new episode as Brad sits down with Sarah Yancey, owner/partner of <strong>Boulder Hut</strong>, a comfortable and historic BLBCA member lodge located in the Purcells Mountains near Kimberley, BC. Discover the long journey of the Yanceys, from purchasing Boulder Hut from Margie Jamieson to operating it today.</p><p>After taking over from Margie, the Yanceys have immersed themselves in BC backcountry lodge life. They home-schooled their kids at the lodge in the winter season, and Grace is now taking a more active role in running the business. The apple doesn't fall from the tree! 🍎</p><p>🔥 Interested in ski touring, hiking or other adventure tourism? <strong>Hit play now.</strong> #myBCbackcountry #unpluginBC #BLBCA</p><p><br></p><p></p>

March 11, 2025
Mountain Escapes | Episode 17 - Campbell Icefield Chalet
<p></p><p>Join us for an exciting new episode as Brad sits down with Glen Crawford, owner/partner of <strong>Campbell Icefield Chalet</strong>, a stunning BLBCA member lodge tucked deep in the Rocky Mountains near Golden, BC. Discover the incredible journey of dismantling, helicoptering, and rebuilding this remote retreat—piece by piece—high in the BC mountains.</p><p>Glen and his wife, Louise, recently took over the reins from the legendary <a href="https://backcountrylodgesofbc.com/bernie-schiesser-master-hills/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Bernie Schiesser.</a> What is it like to take over a backcountry lodge? If you prefer a self-guided, self-catered adventure, this is one of the prime locations to check out.</p><p> Plus, hear about Glen’s epic career in video and photography.</p><p>🔥 If you crave adventure, this episode is a must-listen! <strong>Hit play now.</strong> #myBCbackcountry #unpluginBC #BLBCA</p><p></p>
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