Sunday, November 30, 2008

Mtn. Biking Mt. Shasta Lower Trails

This Thanksgiving was all about awesome Mountain Biking. This weekend Mike, John and I rode the single track on the mountain. It was great. There are lots of variations to choose from. We started from 9 mile down to the Tunnel Trail.
Taking advantage of the trails before the snow comes. Hopefully sooon!!!
One of the crossings and jumps on the trails. We walked it.

One of the local boys showing his stuff...

Here's Mike, the photographer of this trip. Great shots!

John tearing it up. Way to go!

Another great Mt. Shasta trip. Great warm-up for the SNOWY upcoming ski season!

Wednesday, November 5, 2008

Dumping on Mt. Shasta/First Ski for the Season

This picture was taken yesterday at the Old Ski Bowl parking lot. The County truck was waiting for the last of the skiers to come down . It's official. The gate is closed at Bunny Flat.
I'm sure there's way more snow now. It's Dumping!

Getting ready for the decent.

First ski tracks of the season. I skinned up from Bunny Flat up Avalanche Gulch to 9,000'. The visability wasn't too good but the skiing was! I was very cautious from treeline down. There are still rocks out there. With this new snow it will be covered soon.One of my favorite places on the mountain. The Gemini Tree.

Saturday, November 1, 2008

Hike up to Horse Camp Rainy/Snowy Day

Bunny Flat Trailhead.
I first drove up to Bunny Flat and it was raining. I really wanted to see the snow so I continued up to the Old Ski Bowl and got my wish.
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Here I am at the Old Ski Bowl Parking Area.

I took a hike up to the Horse Camp (Sierra Club Cabin)

Here's one for you Ed~3 inches or so...

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Dumping!!!