You move to the mountains, you are in the best shape of your life, you bought all this powder specific gear and for what…..well folks its for times like these.

Try to get some sleep even though your anticipation levels are going to Christmas circa 5 years old levels.  Eat a good breakfast, always ski with a buddy and if you have a beacon were it even if you’re inbounds.

Weather snow map

Be safe, have fun, savor.  Great time to live in Colorado.

Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture....