Two Bucks
One
advantage of the ski week is that the instructor is also a guide.
While most of the clientele practiced PerfectTurns(TM) on the
groomers, we hiked for the good stuff, like this steep tree shot named
"Two Bucks."
Altitude
Paul and
Susan approach the crest of the ridge. Our guide, Josh Carlson, waits
above.
Kachina Summit
Yes, I
walked up here.
Steeep
Off the west
ride, one finds a serious of steep, steeper, and stoopid steep gullies
dropping down into the trees. The upper sections
are... committing.
Huck Your Meat
Paul
passes the final exam.
No Lifts
Hiking is
an integral part of the Taos experience. Here, Paul and Susan carry
their gear along the ridge toward Kachina Peak.
Approaching Kachina
Peak
The summit of Kachina Peak (12,500') is scoured by the
wind.
Our Group
Lesson
Me, Paul, Susan, and Josh pose on the summit. From here,
we skied the main face of Kachina and connected with groomers for an
epic base-to-summit ride.
Slainte
We finished
our ski week with a visit to the Martini Tree, where our favorite
mixed drink is stored under the powdery Taos snow.