The Maroon Bells loom in the background of Highland Bowl in Aspen.
Incredible lines as my skis float through the untouched powder.
Aspen, Colorado
Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱ (Ute) lands
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Legendary Joe sitting at the top of Highland Bowl.
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Skiers trek up the hike to the top of untouched powder. It had been three days since anyone had skied Highland Bowl.
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Talking about routes.
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The Maroon Bells blanketed in white.
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People wait patiently for Highland Bowl to open as ski patrol detonates their explosives.
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Outside the smoke shack. Our skis are parked outside.
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Inside the smoke shack. Beer cans are hung from the ceiling.
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The boys.