Reflecting on a Strangely Good Ski Season in the Sierra

In my happy pow place on the West Shore Photo: Ryan Salm

Check out the new issue of Ski and Ride 21′-22′ from the Tahoe Quarterly. I look forward to this issue each Fall as it’s a prime stoker for the Winter season that lies ahead. As usual, there are some beautiful photos in this issue, and some articulate editorials pieces as well. My piece in this… Continue reading Reflecting on a Strangely Good Ski Season in the Sierra

Holiday Ski Stoke w/Ming Poon Photography

A couple of recent ski shots to ring in a New Year! Cheers to a vibrant 2021 everyone!!

Powder Magazine | 12 Photos that Illustrate Why Legends Are Born in Tahoe

Check out this standout gallery of Tahoe locals slaying the backyard by photographer Ming Poon. A few words from the photog: “I moved to Lake Tahoe in 2002 at the age of 18, back when the ski bum life was thriving. I quickly immersed myself in the local scene and began chasing locals, many of… Continue reading Powder Magazine | 12 Photos that Illustrate Why Legends Are Born in Tahoe

When Winter Showed Up In Tahoe

We had a decent start to the 2019′-2020′ Winter here in Tahoe. December was snowy, and the skiing was good. But then the faucet turned off, we experienced one of the driest February’s on record, and then the reality of a global pandemic took hold. Somewhere in there before the Spring Equinox, with the last… Continue reading When Winter Showed Up In Tahoe

A Season to Remember

Standing atop a random line on Tahoe's East Shore last winter, I had looked at this line for years, but never really seen it rideable. Last season was different. Things filled in around Tahoe that hadn't been skiable for decades. It was definitely a season to remember. Photo: Ryan Salm

The new Ski and Ride issue of the Tahoe Quarterly is out, and the issue is packed with crisp photography and several worthy stories that will get you fired up for winter. I am happy to have made several contributions to the issue in the Deep Thoughts photo gallery, Backcountry Basics piece, and the feature… Continue reading A Season to Remember

Skinning at Sunrise, Lake Tahoe, NV

A favorite skinning shot from a beautiful morning in the Mt. Rose backcountry on the Nevada side of Lake Tahoe. A great way to start the day with local rider Keith Davis, showcased nicely as the opening spread in the Late Winter issue of Ascent Backcountry Snow Journal.

State of the Tahoe Backcountry 2017-2018: A Season in Review with Ascent Backcountry Snow Journal

Toby Schwindt in the Crescent Couloir. For a winter look at the same line with the same guy, in almost the same spot, check out the full article.

The State of the Backcountry report has evolved over the years. The current offering is in partnership with Ascent Backcountry Snow Journal detailing the 2017-2018 ski season in Tahoe supported by original photography. For a print version find a copy in your favorite ski shop. Enjoy! And here’s to a safe, BIG 2018-2019 snow season… Continue reading State of the Tahoe Backcountry 2017-2018: A Season in Review with Ascent Backcountry Snow Journal

Westward Episode 2: Backcountry Philosopher

It was a pleasure working with KGB Productions last season for their Westward Series . The final product is a very humbling piece about a path largely shaped by spending time in the mountains, and the search for sending their gifts back into the universe. Flylow has some nice shots and kind words up on… Continue reading Westward Episode 2: Backcountry Philosopher