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Maroon Bells

Len Shoemaker Peak

Len Shoemaker Peak

May 20, 2017

Skiing the unnamed summit locals refer to as Len Shoemaker Peak, in the Maroon Lake area of the Elk Mountains.

Spring Ski Season Wrap-up

Spring Ski Season Wrap-up

Jun 11, 2016

Chris Davenport skiing the North Face of North Maroon Peak. The season is definitely winding down. For most it was over weeks or even months ago. But we always like to keep things going until the very end, and besides, the conditions up high are really just coming into form in May. We may still get out for another day or two before truly stashing the ski gear away for...

North to South to North

North to South to North

Aug 5, 2014

Looking over to South Maroon Peak, 14,156 ft., from the summit of the North Maroon. The ridge goes from the lower right towards the center of the photo. The less technical ledge system is on the right side and below the ridge. The 50th anniversary of the Wilderness Act was this past weekend. The local papers have been covering the “news” that more people than ever have been cramming into...

Snowmass to Conundrum (and then some)

Snowmass to Conundrum (and then some)

Sep 12, 2013

Christy and I are both registered to run the Bear 100 in a few weeks, we thought it would be a good idea to do a long trail linkup from our Bear training playbook two years ago– Snowmass to Conundrum.

An Early Four Pass Loop

An Early Four Pass Loop

Jun 19, 2012

Chase and Christy take off down to Snowmass Creek. Snowmass Mountain looks to have the snow cover more typical of August. One silver lining of a light winter is that the summer routes on the peaks and the trails are clear of snow earlier than usual. Christy, Chase Edgerton, and I ran the Four Pass Loop last Saturday, about a month or so before we’ve been able to do it...

Four Pass Loop

Four Pass Loop

Aug 1, 2011

Christy, on the final descent from Buckskin Pass. On Saturday, Christy and I got out on our favorite local linkup of trails and passes, the Four Pass Loop. According to some friends who had been out there earlier in the summer, the lingering snow and high water levels, the theme of summer thus far, had made the trip pretty challenging. But it seems that summer’s persistence has finally won over...

The North Face of North Maroon – 6.3.11

The North Face of North Maroon – 6.3.11

Jun 3, 2011

Good call, Dav. Sometimes you just have to play the hand you’re dealt. Not that skiing isn’t one of my favorite things to do, but after six or seven months of winter, the arrival of summer is definitely welcome. As we all know though, nature doesn’t always follow a set schedule and this year’s prolonged snowy spring was a good example of that– summer really didn’t seem to declare itself...

South Maroon Peak Ski Descent – 5.15.11

South Maroon Peak Ski Descent – 5.15.11

May 15, 2011

Route: Southwest Couloir Team: Ted, Christy, Joey Giampaolo This had been on our list for a while. Climb South Maroon via the East (Y) Couloir to the summit, ski the backside down to Fravert Basin, and then make our way back around to Maroon Lake. In our case we skinned up and over the col to the north, which put us in Upper Snowmass Creek, a.k.a. Lost Remuda, and then...

North to South to North

North to South to North

Sep 11, 2009

South Maroon- just the five of us– (l to r)Kent, Lissa, Christy, myself and “Pat” the goat. I couldn’t discern it’s sex so, like the SNL skit, I named it “Pat” (photo courtesy of Lissa’s camera shot by some solo guy from Gorky, Russia). Click all pics to enlarge. Christy, Lissa, Kent Harvey and I did the Maroon Bells Traverse on Saturday, twice. And I came home with a lot...

North Maroon – Sans Piolet!

North Maroon – Sans Piolet!

Jul 4, 2009

Neal Beidleman traversing snow to the entrance of the Grassy Gullies This is a quickie, both in the day and the write-up. Here’s the debrief: Neal had the morning free and wanted to go do something fun. I’ll be at Hardrock next week and was looking for more than a routine trail run. Very direct and in parts runable, we both agreed a fast lap on North Maroon’s Grassy Gully...

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Geyser Pass Yurt and La Sal ski adventure ✔️🛖🏔️⛷️ awesome location and terrain 👍 but this winter keeps hanging on and the La Sals are no exception- we had frozen spring conditions💨❄️🥶when things eventually warm up the skiing will be awesome and will go well into May at this point. #backcountryskiing #lasals #moab #utah #earnyourturns @talking_mountain_yurts @stio #lettheoutsidein @kaestleski
Heading up ⬆️ the girl loves to kick steps!! 🐐 @aspenchristy 🏔️👍🏋🏼‍♂️ #earnyourturns #skimountaineering #colorado #alwaysgo #type2 @stio #lettheoutsidein
♥️ San Juan’s 🏔️⛷️👍😀 #happypl ♥️ San Juan’s 🏔️⛷️👍😀 #happyplace #springskiing #skimountaineering #13ers @stio #lettheoutsidein @kaestleski #forskiers #alwaysgo
After 119 consecutive days in ski boots I felt it After 119 consecutive days in ski boots I felt it was time for something different 🚴‍♂️ It was an amazing winter and there will still be some skiing to do this spring, but a day off the ❄️ in the sun ☀️ out in the desert sure is nice 😎👍 #fruita #mountainbiking #dowhatfeelsright @stio #lettheoutsidein
Corduroy, falling out season here shortly ☀️😎 #springishere ⛷️ #earnyourturns 🎿 @kaestleski #forskiers
It’s doubtful anyone has skied Hayden more than It’s doubtful anyone has skied Hayden more than this guy. Always smiling no matter the conditions, it never gets old for Bob Perlmutter! #goBob #inspiring 😎❄️👍⛷️ #alwaysgo #backcountryskiing #hayden #springseason #bluebird
“With snow totals far above the seasonal average “With snow totals far above the seasonal average in many areas throughout the region, it is looking like it will be a great and long-lasting spring. Until then consider sticking to less consequential terrain choices and practice patience until these weak layers heal and springtime eventually arrives.” 

Quote from the @coavalancheinfo forecast discussion today. #goodadvice #staysafe @friendsofcaic ❄️❄️❄️ #backcountryskiing #knowbeforeyougo #skitouring ⛷️
Patience is required. The calendar says spring but Patience is required. The calendar says spring but stability says otherwise. ❄️❄️❄️ (photo: @aspenchristy Ashcroft 2017) Conditions will shape up soon enough. It’s going to be a long spring season- good things come to those who wait. ⛷️🏔️💯😀 #backcountryskiing #secondseason #skitouring #lettheoutsidein @stio @kaestleski #forskiers
Huge thanks to @highlandspropatrol for their enorm Huge thanks to @highlandspropatrol for their enormous effort to get the terrain open today with so much new snow 🙏👏👊 the eventual rope drop up in #highlandbowl was worth the wait! ❄️⛷️👍🥇 @aspensnowmass #powderday @kaestleski #forskiers @stio #lettheoutsidein
The wind… sculpting the snow into cool patterns The wind… sculpting the snow into cool patterns and formations, but ultimately making a mess of the backcountry conditions. Requesting a refresh now please 🙏 ❄️❄️❄️❄️
The snow continues to fall ❄️❄️ we didn’ The snow continues to fall ❄️❄️ we didn’t want to let the forecast get in the way of our day off. So we stuck to the plan and it paid off #alwaysgo ⛷️- @aspenchristy 👍👍😁 #backcountryskiing #skitouring @stio #lettheoutsidein @kaestleski #forskiers
On the move ☀️👍⛷️ #skitour #bluebirdday On the move ☀️👍⛷️ #skitour #bluebirddays #elks #alwaysgo #backcountryskiing ❄️❄️❄️ @stio #lettheoutsidein @kaestleski #forskiers
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Mid-week Mount Mellenthin ski! Cool to see the La Mid-week Mount Mellenthin ski! Cool to see the La Sals up close and ski the second highest peak in the range. Too cold for corn and too windy for powder but always a good day out in the mountains. Thank you Earth for providing so much for all of us. Hopefully we can start showing more  respect and reciprocity for you in the years ahead 🙏💛🌍🌈 #lasals #utahskiing #geyserpassyurt #forskiers #lettheoutsidein @stio @kaestleski
Opening the bicentennial ski season with Mount Emm Opening the bicentennial ski season with Mount Emma, 13,581 ft, just above Telluride! Incredible basin surrounded by some our of most favorite San Juan Peaks - Dallas, Sneffles, Teakettle….Nice to be up high again with @tedmahon #backcountryskiadventures #springskiing☀️⛷ #bicentennials #colorado #forskiers @kaestleski #letthoutsidein @stio
Interrupting spring skiing season to spin out the Interrupting spring skiing season to spin out the legs and remember how amazing our Colorado National Monument is! #colorado #outdooradventures #itsamazingoutthere #nationalmonuments #lettheoutsidein @stio
My favorite way to spend Easter 🐰🏔️🌷💛🙏#lettheoutsidein @stio @kaestleski
Spring has finally sprung in the Colorado Rockies! Spring has finally sprung in the Colorado Rockies! With snow squalls, warm temps, and snirt. 🙏But never a bad day in the mountains 🏔️ #lettheoutsidein @stio @kaestleski
Happy Spring Equinox! ☀️ A time of new beginni Happy Spring Equinox! ☀️ A time of new beginnings and chance to set new intentions. Think: Clean slates, optimism, and anything being possible with spring in the air….
🌍🌷💘☀️🙏💙#newgoals @kaestleski #springbloosoms #lettheoutsidein @stio
Spring Dump! 14 inches of powder @aspenhighlands y Spring Dump! 14 inches of powder @aspenhighlands yesterday and it just keeps coming! Sure skied like more in the bowl. Thank you to all the @aspensnowmass Ski Patrollers who are working their tails off to make it possible for all of us to enjoy the powder! #milesofsmiles #bowling❄️#springtime🌸 #lettheoutsidein @stio #forskiers #z100 @kaestleski
Making the most of a stormy day off ❄️ Let it Making the most of a stormy day off ❄️ Let it snow! #lettheoutsidein #forskiers @stio @kaestleski #tx103 #backcountryskiing #lovewinter #moresnowtocome #dayzoff
Soaking up the local sunshine this weekend! Nice t Soaking up the local sunshine this weekend! Nice to be home. Got powder turns and Red Crossbills for the #greatbackyardbirdcount 
And what looked to be elk snacks being  stashed by a coyote. Love our wild places #lettheoutsidein @stio #backcountryskiing #alwaysbebirding #skibirding #highalpine @forskiers #tx103 @kaestleski
Annual Sauer Family Ski Trip was 💯!!! So fun to Annual Sauer Family Ski Trip was 💯!!! So fun to explore @skicrestedbutte with 100% of their terrain open, including Teocalli Bowl 2! Only the third time in history its been open to the public. Grateful for a family that comes together for ski adventures and @lynns2000 who has a goal to ski a new ski area every year! #familyskigoals #cash’s hideout #alwaysgo #alwaysbebirding #lettheoutsidein @stio #forskiers @kaestleski
What a glorious day for the Alley Loop Nordic Mara What a glorious day for the Alley Loop Nordic Marathon! 42k around Crested Butte’s majestic vistas with tight, energetic loops through the alleyways of town. Never disappoints! Thanks @cbnordic for covering your streets with snow and celebrating winter and sport in true CB style! @cbnordic @stio #lettheoutsidein #42km #nordicmarathon #skateski
Groundhogs around the world saw their shadow today Groundhogs around the world saw their shadow today signaling six more glorious weeks of winter! Happy Ground Hog Day! ❄️⛷️🤍 @aspensnowmass @kaestleski @stio #lettheoutsidein #goundhogday #morewinterplease #punxsutawneyphil
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