We had some snow last night above 12k feet in elevation. With the recent rain, we have managed to reduce our wildfire risk just a bit. Keep that rain (or snow) coming!
With the recent rain, mother nature is likely creating some rainbows out there on the horizon line. On days when these are not out in the sky to be enjoyed, we have our own that sits right on the deck overlooking the mountain.
We get some really wild lenticular clouds over Salida that roll off the northern end of the Sangre De Cristo mountain range. It’s like a standing wave in the sky and they usually hint at some moisture to come in the next day or two. Wouldn’t mind a little rain!
The change in seasons has large game headed to the high country. This gang of elk was on the move as they headed from Ramble On towards their water source and more cover down below Geno’s Meadow and the Egress Road.
I just returned from the Colorado Ski Country USA annual meeting in Denver. We heard more about other resort’s operations, caught up with old friends, and collectively wrapped up the 2021-22 winter season. One very nice tradition at this conference is to recognize people who excel in their positions and show a true passion for the winter sports industry. Our…
The snow has just about melted away. There are still a dozen good turns here and there around the mountain. Eva is still finding them daily!
Here is a great photo from our drone shoot in April. The far high point on the left of the photo is the top of Mirk. The top of Pano can be seen beyond the low saddle. From there, the ridge stretches along the Divide to the north. Upper Waterdog Lake sits right underneath the high point of the ridge…
Right after closing, we had a couple of squalls that left a few inches here and there. Then we had a bunch of spring winds that deposited a dust layer all over the mountain. This darker snow layer was melting everthing off and the pack was going quick. Next we had the big storm that pushed through last weekend that…
At the end of the winter season, much of the year-round staff finds some time to get away before our summer projects get into full swing. While many base lodge and maintenance projects are already underway, getting some spring snow can further delay our on mountain projects. With the most recent storm that looks to be the case. So, while…