Telluride, Colorado: Never ceases to entertain me that folks in Telluride flock to Main Street and look up at the mountains when they know avalanche bombs are about to blow. Got to be one of the coolest low key impromptu traditions of any mountain town. Kaboom…enjoy the show!

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.... More by Francis Xavier