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“I think we should go skiing today” Bryon said. “I don’t know, I’m not feeling that well.” “It will be good to have some fun like we used to and get away from all the stresses.” Begrudgingly, I put my ski pants on, grabbed my jacket, skis and boot bag…
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Of course, the last half mile was the worst. The trail clung to the steep hillside, the dirt disappearing around the bend. James Peak loomed in the distance, snow fields dotting the green tundra. I walked slowly, employing the “Tishma method.” Walter Tishma volunteered at the Longs Peak Ranger Station…
Continue readingSitting on the 6-passenger chairlift, I couldn’t help but admire the views that kept getting more and more scenic. First it was just glimpses of alpine forest covered in snow, but as the lift climbed higher up the hill, we rose above timberline and jagged mountain peaks appeared. By the…
Continue readingAs I sat on the back of my hatchback, I watched with amusement at the doggie soiree going on in front of me. Four dogs of assorted size and colors gathered around the tailgate festivities going on at the truck next to me. The Blue Heeler mix sat with adoring…
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