Chris Benchetler's quest for snow

From California to British Columbia, Chris Benchetler and friends chase adventure and the massive snows promised by the El Niño weather system – from fresh powder to the final snow of the season.

Season 1

California's comeback

California's comeback

Chasing El Niño S1E1
Chris Benchetler skis his home slopes in California, USA, exploring previously unreachable areas.
5 min
It's always cloudy in British Columbia

It's always cloudy in British Columbia

Chasing El Niño S1E2
Low visibility threatens the crew’s trip to British Columbia, but they’re determined to make the best of it.
10 min
The meltdown

The meltdown

Chasing El Niño S1E3
Chris Benchetler invites some friends to a backcountry camping and skiing adventure in California.
7 min
The Sierra Trifecta

The Sierra Trifecta

Chasing El Niño S1E4
Chris Benchetler and friends do The Sierra Trifecta: skiing, climbing and mountain biking – all in one day.
11 min

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Freeskiers find a vast, isolated landscape with perfect lines where they can push the envelope of their sport.
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The Sierra Trifecta

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