So we have been getting a lot of snow.  Leaving the backcountry a little unstable, the ice climbing is still really great it is just takes longer to wade through the new powder.  We are looking forwards to our first Avalanche Course this coming weekend.  We most likley will be looking at some really interesting snow pit profiles.  The first class of the season is always exciting for me new people all excited to learn about our backcountry.  It really is amazing living here the skiing is just amazing and there are so many choices.  You can almost always find powder that is safe to ski it just takes exploring.  I just love hosting these classes they are so fun and it truly feels like we are offering a great service to a community that has given us so much.