#SHRED4SHANE Campaign
Shane Schroeder was an inspirational part of the snowboarding and mountain biking community who influenced everyone he met. He lived life to its fullest everyday and taught others the importance of laughter through his passion for the mountains. Shane was tragically taken from us Friday December 20th 2013 doing what he loved in a freak avalanche on T2 at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort.
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The #SHRED4SHANE campaign is designed to honor Shane's amazing outlook on life and to raise avalanche awareness by covering every resort in Canada and the US with the stickers to serve as a reminder of the dangers of the back country and the amazing brother we have lost. He will always be watching over us and it is amazing to see how many people were influenced by Shane's incredible personality and friendship.
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Shane took pride in the amount of time he dedicated to his gravity sport addiction with hundreds of trips a year dedicated to finding that next perfect line. Since his death Friday there has been an outpouring of support from all over the world including friends in Denmark, New York and Australia, who are devastated by the news.
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Shane had that special personality that allowed everyone to recognize him instantly. Every where he went from Whistler to Whitefish he knew hundreds and hundreds of riders with the special ability to bring people together. Although we can never replace Shane he can live on through all of us every time we are strapping in or shuttling that new trail for the first time. The campaign is designed to memorialize Shane and serve as a reminder for riders to refer to the AdventureSmart website for tips on how to prepare themselves before heading out into avalanche territory.
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If this had happened to one of Shane's friends he would be sending a loud and clear message, that this will NEVER happen again. His love for his family and friends ALWAYS outweighed his love for anything else.
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To donate to the #SHRED4SHANE campaign and get involved in the sticker revolution please visit Shane's Memorial Facebook page.
www.facebook.com/ShaneSchroederMemorial
"The mountains will heal the people"
The #SHRED4SHANE campaign is designed to honor Shane's amazing outlook on life and to raise avalanche awareness by covering every resort in Canada and the US with the stickers to serve as a reminder of the dangers of the back country and the amazing brother we have lost. He will always be watching over us and it is amazing to see how many people were influenced by Shane's incredible personality and friendship.
Shane took pride in the amount of time he dedicated to his gravity sport addiction with hundreds of trips a year dedicated to finding that next perfect line. Since his death Friday there has been an outpouring of support from all over the world including friends in Denmark, New York and Australia, who are devastated by the news.
Shane had that special personality that allowed everyone to recognize him instantly. Every where he went from Whistler to Whitefish he knew hundreds and hundreds of riders with the special ability to bring people together. Although we can never replace Shane he can live on through all of us every time we are strapping in or shuttling that new trail for the first time. The campaign is designed to memorialize Shane and serve as a reminder for riders to refer to the AdventureSmart website for tips on how to prepare themselves before heading out into avalanche territory.
If this had happened to one of Shane's friends he would be sending a loud and clear message, that this will NEVER happen again. His love for his family and friends ALWAYS outweighed his love for anything else.
www.facebook.com/ShaneSchroederMemorial
"The mountains will heal the people"
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11 Comments
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captain-sandbag
(Jan 6, 2014 at 7:10)
RIP Shane. Losing friends to the mountains is a terrible price to pay for all that we take from them.
I never met Shane, but from the outpouring of grief I've observed after this tragedy I have no doubt he was an amazing person.
For this reason, I'm sure he would not want his death to be in vain. Please let others learn from this tragedy and stop calling it a 'freak avalanche', because Shane's death was entirely preventable, as hard as it must be to admit right now. He was riding in a very weak snowpack, in a large, east facing slide path just above treeline when he triggered the slide. This was a dangerous choice, and without any avalanche gear to back him up, it became a tragic one.
Shane's story is a compelling reason for anyone who ventures into the backcountry to be properly trained and fully equipped with the correct equipment. I'm sorry to be that guy in a tough time, but I felt that should be made clear. Again, my condolences to Shane's family and many friends.
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d-man
FL (Jan 6, 2014 at 7:35)
my thoughts exactly
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kburtonw
(Jan 6, 2014 at 11:14)
Yup, hit the nail on the head with this comment
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HarryTC
(Jan 6, 2014 at 11:30)
Your comment is the most common reaction, and though you're not incorrect, I think it is worth noting that Shane's cause of death was head trauma. In most cases, the most up-to-date avalanche transceiver or the safest helmet on the market isn't going to make a difference. I think a respect for Mother Nature is what should be taken from this tragic loss.
RIP Shane
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Sarahleigh79
(Jan 6, 2014 at 12:43)
Thanks HarryTC, a much more informed comment. I hate when people talk like they know the whole situation!!
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HarryTC
(Jan 6, 2014 at 13:49)
It wasn't my intention to turn this into a "like"/"dislike" contest. I just think that far too many of us consider ourselves to be invincible because we own an avalanche beacon or we've taken an avi I course. I live in quite a transient mountain town and see that attitude every winter. Equipment and knowledge are great tools to have. But they are just that, tools. For me, the #shred4shane campaign is about having the courage to wait until conditions improve to ski certain terrain. (Even if it takes until next year). And this is looking like a strong possibility for much of western North America this year. Mother Nature is in control, not us, no matter how much knowledge we have.
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captain-sandbag
(Jan 6, 2014 at 21:57)
I can't argue with that and certainly never meant to. I believe in the importance of having those aforementioned tools in order to make an informed decision as to one's acceptable level of risk, and, in certain situations offer a possible last line of defence in the event of a mistake. I think that some pieces of a difficult puzzle may have been missed in this situation, and I hope that it never happens again. That's all.
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crf8
(Dec 24, 2013 at 8:56)
damn... that sucks 
Shred in peace Shane!
Shred in peace Shane!- 4 0
austentanney
(Jan 6, 2014 at 9:06)
Thanks guys really awesome to see support for his cause!
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sdaly
(Jan 6, 2014 at 5:09)
Right on Austen, nice work buddy!
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Nshore3
(Jan 6, 2014 at 6:46)
Nicely done Mr. Tanney
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