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It was a short morning for me as I had errands to run and people to meet. However, I did get in a few runs… Read More »The End of the Line

Hello Skiers, Sleeping was difficult last night as wind driven rain slammed into the west facing windows of my bedroom. I awoke a number of… Read More »Puddles, Wind, Rain, Sleet, Snow

One of my group of friends that were skiing today noticed this sign on a tree next to the summer road. It is located as… Read More »Pink Diamond?

I missed the opening ceremonies and the swag that was given away this morning at day one of the running of the gondola . There… Read More »Ribbon Cutting

What am I supposed to write about after Mark’s well thought out expose regarding the grand opening of the new gondola connecting two ski areas… Read More »My Take

It did not seem as if there were as many skiers and boarders on the hill today as yesterday, but there were more than necessary.… Read More »Slowly Adding Terrain

Sometimes the stars just do not line up.  Today was one of those days. The plan was to rise early and head for the slopes,… Read More »Where was I?

It has been snowing all morning in the typical snow shower pattern. Heavy snow followed by lighter snow and even a peak of sunshine. We… Read More »Snow Showers

When I arrived at Alpine Meadows around 8:30 this morning the parking lot was on the verge of filling.  It did fill completely as the… Read More »A Large Civil Crowd

What a difference a windless clear blue sky makes after yesterdays windy cloudy morning. The overnight temperature dropped into the teens allowing snow to be… Read More »Calm Before the Storm

Bob, Ann, and Mark (hiding in his locker) ready for day one There is a special feeling when your favorite mountain opens for the first… Read More »Day One at Alpine Meadows

Winds were howling along the Sierra Crest today. Plumes of snow could be seen from the valley floor flying over the ridge line. I was… Read More »I AM READY

Hello Friends, Days are getting shorter. Early morning daylight is giving away to darkness a little more each day. Winter is inching our direction, but… Read More »Fall is in the air

After a couple of nice days kayaking on the lake I decided it was time to get in a good hike. It has been pretty… Read More »Granite Chief Trail