Benedict Hut – Another ski weekend

Posted on February 27, 2017 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

A weekend of skiing, eating, some adult libations, and winter scenery while catching up with another friend.

Harry Gates Hut – Spring in February

Posted on February 20, 2017 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

A trip to Harry Gates Hut with spring-like conditions.

Exploratory Ski – Golden Gate Canyon State Park

Posted on January 9, 2017 by Paul Mags — 3 Comments ↓

An old favorite is skied for the first time.

Chrismukkah in the mountains : Sangree Hut

Posted on December 27, 2016 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

A holiday weekend spent at the Sangree M. Froelicher Hut outside of Leadville.

May Day Weekend Backpacking…on skis!

Posted on May 2, 2016 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

A backpacking trip for May 1st weekend. Fresh powder, winter-like conditions and beautiful terrain.

New Year’s weekend ski tours

Posted on January 5, 2015 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

Just some tours over New Year’s weekend. Anxious to get out overnight, but the day trips will do for now.

Gear review: Smile Plates

Posted on December 9, 2014 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

Holes in 3-pin 75mm Nordic boots can get beat up. Here’s a fairly simple and inexpensive fix and/or preventive measure.

Ski to the Divide – Skinner Hut

Posted on February 26, 2014 by Paul Mags — 2 Comments ↓

A three-day trip to Skinner Hut near Leadville, CO.

Teton Valley – Winter Becoming Spring

Posted on April 16, 2012 by Paul Mags — 1 Comment ↓

a past partner and I had planned a ski trip to the Teton Valley and nearby areas in later March. Some Nordic backcountry in Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks

January Ski Jaunts

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Paul Mags — Leave a reply

A few ambles and rambles in the month of January