Well folks, it is now March 4th and just yesterday we surpassed 400 inches of snow total for the season. I have never seen so much snow in my life and certainly have not been able to snowboard in this kind of powder. Its a whole new ball game and you better bring your A-team or your going to be left in the dust. (or large pile of snow, which is extremely tiring to dig yourself out of)
This winter has been amazing on the gondola. I have met some great friends who are like minded as myself. This makes for fun days at work and even more fun when I am off. However, I do have to admit that the cold is starting to ware on me as it is very treacherous to walk anywhere. Id say I eat it hard on the ice at least every few days. Im looking into hover shoes as an alternative.
The other day I was walking to the bus stop and almost fell hard on the ice. I got one of those frightful feelings as I took a gasp for air and stabled myself. After my heart stopped racing and I continued to walk, I couldnt stop laughing. It is those tiny moments in life that you realize you are alive. That little gasp of air or feeling of fright that make life so amazing. I encourage everyone to take a second to realize how incredible every breath is. Nothing makes me happier.
Anywho, in the recent weeks I have had a few friends come to visit. My former college roomie and best bud Nick Hewett came to "the hole" and it was a trip full of shenanigans and extremely deep powder! Couldnt have asked for a better weekend. Also my old family friends Jack and Cal Kennedy have both made trips to Jackson and it was amazing to see them in my present home base.
Five more weeks of the ski season and then it will be back to unemployment. Not quite sure what I will do for the months of April and May but a few ideas include a WFR course, a swift water rescue course, chillin' out maxin' and perhaps wandering in the woods. Stay tuned for Funemployment blog posts!
Pesky Moose in our apartment lot
(rainer almost went for a ride)
Lift went down so we "cleaned" up the pit
Nick under the signature antler arc and rippin' the hill
