I was in Steamboat and skiing those trails that weekend and like Jared I to fell into a Tree Well. I had no idea what happened or could have happened, I just knew I had to get out before I died. I literally pulled myself up by the tree branches until I could get back above the snow. Exhausted, I never knew of the real danger I was in, I just wanted to get back to the trails to meet my friends. It wasn't until I heard of Jared's death that night that I got a sick feeling. I to hurt for the families and friends and offer my sympathies. I am not from a ski area or grew up skiing, I go once a year with friends, I agree first you need to realize your limitations and perhaps better warnings would be helpful. I realized that night I was lucky and a very important lesson learned and an new appreciation for what I have.
Snowboarder dies at Steamboat Ski Area
I was in Steamboat and skiing those trails that weekend and like Jared I to fell into a Tree Well. I had no idea what happened or could have happened, I just knew I had to get out before I died. I literally pulled myself up by the tree branches until I could get back above the snow. Exhausted, I never knew of the real danger I was in, I just wanted to get back to the trails to meet my friends. It wasn't until I heard of Jared's death that night that I got a sick feeling. I to hurt for the families and friends and offer my sympathies. I am not from a ski area or grew up skiing, I go once a year with friends, I agree first you need to realize your limitations and perhaps better warnings would be helpful. I realized that night I was lucky and a very important lesson learned and an new appreciation for what I have.
February 6, 2008 at 1:50 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )