ALPenglow – A Pictorial
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
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Sergio Gabbio: Meeting with an Italian Mountain Legend
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
Alps’ Snow Chasing Trip Report
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
Early Season Swiss Strike – A Pictorial
I am aware that many Northern Hemisphere ski bums, including many of my homies back in the Sierra, have had a dismal start to the… Read More »Early Season Swiss Strike – A Pictorial
Ski Season Opener
This weekend I took a jaunt over the border and through the woods to Switzerland to kick off my 39th season as a ski bum.… Read More »Ski Season Opener
Celebrating the First Dusting of the Season
I know I speak for many other winter enthusiasts when I say that there is always something special about the first flakes of the season.… Read More »Celebrating the First Dusting of the Season
Introducing the Freeride Index
There is no doubt that skiing off piste in the Alps is much more serious and dangerous than in most other lift-served ski resorts on… Read More »Introducing the Freeride Index
Ski Town Investment Opportunity
Warning: This is a bit off topic for a ski blog, so please continue reading at your own leisure. Have you ever wanted to have… Read More »Ski Town Investment Opportunity
10 Reasons Why Summertime Lift Served Hiking is Awesome
I must admit that prior to moving to the Alps I never really considered riding lifts to access hiking trails. I used to think it… Read More »10 Reasons Why Summertime Lift Served Hiking is Awesome
Interview with Chris Uncle E Ernst
The Aging Ski Bum’s inaugural interview with Uncle E. Chris Ernst is blessed with the gift of gab, a ton of energy, motivation, and drive.… Read More »Interview with Chris Uncle E Ernst