Local Lines: The Rat Tail Couloir
Skiing a prominent line called the Rat Tail Couloir in the Snowmass backcountry, and a little history of where it got its name.
Skiing Marble’s Mount Daly
A backcountry ski outing to Marble’s Mount Daly, a prominent peak in the upper Crystal Valley.
Springtime in the backcountry
Some thoughts on what makes springtime a safer time to be in the backcountry
High Atlas Adventure
Reminiscing about a ski trip to Morocco.
Turning Back
Finding the silver lining in turning back in the mountains.
Mount Sheridan
A ski descent of the Northeast Ridge of Mount Sheridan, 13,748 ft.
Low risk vs. No risk
Whether it’s low, moderate, or considerable, avalanches can always occur. Low risk doesn’t mean no risk.
A Sunny Sunday Ski Date
A sunny ski tour and loop over three passes and around Star Peak in the Elk Mountains near Ashcroft, Colorado
Testing the Waters
Our first backcountry ski tour after a big storm cycle
Stick with the Plan?
Would a big winter weather forecast force the cancellation of a holiday hut trip?
About Christy & Ted
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
