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Happy holidays!!
The Christmas tree cutting ski tour– a how-to guide
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But the expansive view of the Elks and the Castle Peak group was worthwhile. Lots to do the spring! We were hoping to get some miles in on a tour that didn’t feel too aggressive considering all the new snow that fell recently. So Sean, Christy, and I put together a pretty fun loop outside of Ashcroft that allowed us to get up high and catch some views, ski a bit, and all while keeping the terrain pretty mellow.
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Setting the track towards the couloir, to the right of the prominent summit we were told is Cooper Peak. A grand entrance to a beautiful basin. Well, we’re not[...]
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Always wondered about those trees on the backs of backcountry skiers.
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The Pearl Pass area was a bit far from the truck so we opted to pick our tree from a different location that was easier to get it out from.
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Lynn
Best looking tree yet! Looks like a fun day.
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We agree it’s one of our favorites. Usually the homegrown trees aren’t as full.
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jenabear54
Your tree always looks so good!
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Randy
Even turning a Christmas tree purchase into an adventure,pretty awesome.(Liked the picture book style,easier for me to follow^^).
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Considering a tree that size costs about $200 if we bought it from the local guy, the little adventure is as much a fun outing as it is just being a smart shopper.
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Randy, I don’t recall seeing your name in the Hardrock lottery results. Did I miss something? I opted to pass on it this year.
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jbchalk
Now that’s a nice day out to cut down a tree. Nice work, guys. Hoping to get ours this coming weekend. First Christmas in the last 6 years we’ll be home for the holidays. Happy about that. Happy holidays!
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KFry
Love the play-by-play! I also love how many jackets and gloves Christy is sporting:)) Merry ho ho!
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Thx Fry. It’s as much about getting the tree as it is about getting all bundled up in your winter stuff for the outing. At least that’s the case w Christy. Hoping CR is a blast.
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We met in Aspen in 2000 and have been happily stuck in the rockies ever since, getting out in the mountains every day we can, in every season and by all means possible. Read More
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