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Originally Posted by Hoss Worthington
Where are you thinking about going? Me and my dad might be out after it gets chewed up at CP.
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Originally Posted by Hoss Worthington
Where are you thinking about going? Me and my dad might be out after it gets chewed up at CP.
Even dogs and cats can get along on a powder day
Bear had a good shakedown day Thursday.
It was more like a weekend crowd with the lot and lines full.
People were smiling despite a few lift shutdowns.
I found Powdrhound on the lift and got to spin a few laps with him.
http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/d...psceb0b8f4.jpg
for a Kirkwood slut Powdrhound knew his way around the mountain pretty well
http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/d...ps1b7475a5.jpg
It wasn't all like this midmorning run, a short skate/hike from the lift,
but I got to put down three overlapping lines in one of my favorite spots.
Yes, a Fine day at Bear.
Could it really be 45 years since my first ski day there?
The rocks and trees are still in the same positions.
My favorite lines were sweet.
Thank you, Bear Valley, for such a successful promotion.
Let it Snow!
It warms my soul to see peeps actually trying to get together for some touring out of Fresno/Clovis.
Same here. Central west slope has a lot of unsung greatness. Especially considering it is in California.Quote:
Originally Posted by CS
I'll be at BV for the weekend. Any chance Grizzly wil spin?
Red jacket and moment bibbys- come say hi.
Any reports from China Peak?
Heading back home (pine ridge at the top of the 4 lanes) and debating riding 24/25th in the am. Only info I can get is from their web site.
Grew up skiing that mountain but don't know anyone there who skis any more they all moved to fresno :(
I gotta be honest, I dont' have a clue. I left the area before I ever started touring & don't know what's good. I've been told Red Mtn and Bear Butte are options, but never tried either. I'm throwing myself open to suggestions and meeting new mags.Quote:
Originally Posted by meggers
Ooooh, I'm going to say doubtful. It takes pretty good coverage. Maybe somebody who was up there could speak to how it looked down there. The website is projecting no Griz tomorrow.Quote:
Originally Posted by Charlie Don't Surf
Red Mountain is a lot flat but good skiing when you get there. Bear Butte is a great short, fun one with only one flat spot. If you're ambitious, Kaiser Peak is the best by a lot.Quote:
Originally Posted by Hoss Worthington
Dodge opener was excellent today.
Hoss - sounds like you are in good hands with meggers.
I haven't managed to scare up a partner yet and don't particularly fancy getting out in unfamiliar terrain by myself. If you're interested in meeting up and maybe showing me around (or just letting me tag along), that would be awesome. If not I'll just see what I can harvest inbounds at CP on Monday.Quote:
Originally Posted by meggers
Dodge delivers - 18-24" on top over the last 24 hours - refresh machine in effect - nobody here - we ain't rad, just fun
Red Mountain was my first ever backcountry ski tour to the top of and off of a mountain
I'd suggest staying at the resort. I was up today and coverage is pretty grim below 75000 which would mean lots of rocks at any place that'd be worth skiing. But CP was great today!Quote:
Originally Posted by Hoss Worthington
Had a blast storm skiing at BV this weekend, until a ski went KABOOM
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I'll be up at CP tomorrow morning. Say hi if you want. Bright orange pants, bright green jacket, white lid: Can't miss me.Quote:
Originally Posted by meggers
will do. I'll be the girl with the tiara glued on her helmet with a green jacket, I'll probably be with an old man covered in snow (my dad)Quote:
Originally Posted by Hoss Worthington
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Santa and Owen are bros
and, yes - that is a bandolier of candy canes Santa's got
Man, he's getting big. Merry Christmas Mike.
anyone have an update from BV today? heading there tomorrow, trying to figure out what gear to bring.
BV was excellent today. A new foot of very light snow on a deep base. Snowed all day, but almost no wind with excellent visibility. And nobody was there, didn't wait at the lifts all day. Didn't see the sun at all and I think the high was 24, so should still be some good snow off piste. They should have time to groom things up if thats of any interest. Taking relatives to the airport tomorrow, so give us a TR if you go up. Enjoy.
word is that SAC Facebook mentions an avalanche incident at Dodge Ridge. I am a patroller at Dodge Ridge and I can say that unless there was a SAR that we were never informed about, there has not been an avalanche incident at Dodge Ridge.
thanks for the update. hoping for things to clear a little and minimal lines. only been there once, and get to 'entertain' a local there for work.......so hopefully he can show me the goods. any word on Grizzly opening? the site said its not scheduled, and im not optimistic considering the unfortunate incidents around the lake.Quote:
Originally Posted by hopelesslyadolescent
Grizzley opening does not seem imminent. There's a decided lack of optimism about it anytime soon.
There appears to be a good amount of snow down there.
It takes more snow than you might think down there. They need to be able get the road in so cats can get in and out, as that it the way they bring folks out if lift stop turning.
Patrol has not been down in there yet, but will start working down there very soon. They'll be digging pits on various aspects and elevations to get a good idea of what's going on with the snow before they start blasting their way down. They are cautiously optimistic about getting it open soon. They want it open just as bad as all of you do. Be patient.
you guys should be looking at BV's webpage - ski patrol does a daily weather and info vid - the one from yesterday might interest you...
http://youtu.be/SL3Iq5oJmAI
http://youtu.be/kIvs24U7bgY
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The Lower Mountain is Happening
The ski patrol has been performing their due diligence on the lower mtn for the past couple of days. Things are shaping up nicely, some minor activity here and there, but with at least 3 avalanche related fatalities in the state, we are taking every precaution including using time to our advantage.
That being said, the lower mtn will be officially open on Sunday, however if you happen to be around the top of Griz on Saturday afternoon you just may be in for a treat as we are considering a “soft opening” sometime after noon on Saturday the 29th!!
It is still fairly boney at the bottom and there are no shortage of stumps rocks willow and free flowing streams – sooooo please be careful and don’t forget to ski with a partner/buddy/friend.
Last but not least – the village side should be open (no longer soft boundary) on Monday & there might even be a groomed trail on Saturday or Sunday.
We are off to at great start to the season, yes we have had some hiccups along way, but all in all its appears to be an awesome start to the season. Cheers – GM
and Dodge has been wonderful - I had a couple days off with a sick kid - but came back with still quite a bit of good untracked snow to ski if you know where you are looking - look me up if you want a tour
http://youtu.be/h8aoc4ebQDc
sounds like BV opened a bit today...
as Mattly says, if you have any questions, ask a patroller
GiBo
I will be skiing and/or working Jan 456
Finally made it to Bear Valley- to ski this time. Nice little mountain. With respect to vibe, reminded me a little of Ski Bowl (Mt. Hood) and Mt. Baldy (SoCal). This was my first day skiing in over four (4) years, so I mainly stuck to the groomers and kinda played around a little. Bought a 1/2 day pass from a totally hot, blond mountain girl-type (Wouldn't mind going all-mountain with her). Snow was still nice in the trees, although schralped a bit. They've got a solid base, so, hopefully, a few more storms come this way. Not at all crowded, but still had to take avasive action a couple of times from gapers and out of control jibby-kids. Afterwards, food and beer at Snowshoe Brewpub.
Viva
I didn't know you were out of the game so long. Did you get hurt or something?
Come visit us at DR if you want some fun mellow groomerage. I might be able to hook you up.
Dodge Ridge tomorrow for the first time in a decade.. Stoked :) Love the CC love on TGR.
6" new yesterday!
Skiing should be excellent today.
Mike, I'll be up Friday. You working?
Not working, but likely skiing a bit in the morning. Gone Sat-Mon.
Great couple of days at DR. Spring snow, no crowds, mellow vibe. Requires a little creativity to get rad but totally worth it and you'll have the whole place to yourself. Get after it if you're close by. Jackpot still had some nice turns left at last run from day before yesterday, this place holds snow for days.
Surprised by how good the coverage was, I hit way more rocks at Big Sky last week. Love the little hits all over the place, too. Super fun little mountain.
Next time swing by top patrol shack and ask for me. Always into rolling with a maggot.
Sweet! Thanks, will do. Think I might I come through on Thursday or Friday during/after this little dusting.. looks like we're in for the annual thaw after this one, maybe a trace on Sunday. Good thing temps will be really low. I read the survey from Yosemite before the last little system is 134% of normal, so hopefully it'll still stay good out there.
Something possibly brewing at the end of January.. But I don't want to spook it. :eek: