As an Aging Ski Bum, one of my core beliefs and guiding principles that I practice is to avoid getting hurt. Whether I decide to… Read More »Pro Tip: Avoiding “Higher Risk, Lower Reward situations
As I reflect back on March in the western Alps, we had a plethora of conditions. There was about a week and a half of… Read More »March 2026 Ski Recap
As a card-carrying member of the Church of Snow Scientology, I pride (and to some extent challenge) myself on finding the best conditions. When I… Read More »Pro Tip: Adjusting the Aspect
Last month I kicked off a new feature and here is the second installment. During February I hosted several groups of friends and stayed close… Read More »February 2026 Ski Recap
As an Aging Ski Bum, we tend to get aches and pains more frequently than during our younger years. I have many tools and gadgets… Read More »Skier Self Maintainence Tips
For almost the entire rest of the ski season, I will be hosting friends. Not only do I love sharing memorable experiences in the mountains… Read More »January 2026 Ski Recap
There is no disputing that being a lifelong skier isn’t particularly good for your knees. Then factor in the starting and stopping of ski muscle… Read More »Pro Tip: Chairlift Leg Stretches
One of the many things I love and cherish about living in the mountains is seeing the light casting on the mountains. Twice a day… Read More »ALPenglow – A Pictorial
I had the honor of visiting with Sergio Gabbio, who has spent his lifetime living in the Alps. We met at his hotel Montagna di… Read More »Sergio Gabbio: Meeting with an Italian Mountain Legend
One of the many things that I find remarkable about the Alps is how many microclimates there are. Within a short distance, often times the… Read More »Alps’ Snow Chasing Trip Report