Sunday, April 24, 2011

Hike for Turns Anyone?

 Gunsight Peak, Elkhorn Mtns
Saturday was a bluebird day which reminded us that happier, sunnier days are around the corner. We decided to bid farewell to our wonderful ski season by hitting the slopes one last time. The weather was amazing and you could see all the way to Mt. Adams from the top of the ski hill in NE Oregon. The snow was perfect spring snow- we even had six or so inches of powder to boot. We hiked to the top of Anthony Lakes in snowshoes and then skied down, then we did it all over again- fresh tracks every time! We were happily exhausted and sunburned a bit by the time we got back to the car- but, holy cow, was it an amazing day! 
It was really bright out, but if you look hard, you can see our tracks down Avalanche

Thursday, April 21, 2011

Hells Canyon

We will start with a few pictures of our spring break backpack trip into Hells Canyon. Hells Canyon is pretty much the most amazing place ever- these pictures don't even come close to doing it justice.
Hells Canyon is where the Snake River punches through Idaho and Oregon. It is the deepest gorge in N. America and full critters- note the elk at the bottom of the above picture.
Our pack dogs, Ramo and Friday.

Here goes nothing!

We are jumping in with both feet! After prompting from family and friends we are going to face our biggest fear- technology- to help keep everyone updated on our adventures near and far! Stay tuned :)
Peace and blessings friends!