Surviving Squaw Valley by Skis

I had a blast exploring Squaw last Friday before a work event. However, the problem with skiing at a new place is not knowing exactly where you're going. After following a group out behind a chairlift, I came up to a lot of signs that said "Danger Cliffs." The signs didn't lie. I ended up dropping through a chute that definitely pushed my abilities, but I got down without a fall and some cousin of grace.

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That was the chute down the center. This was my relief.

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And this was what was left ahead of me. Awesomeness!

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Here are a couple more shots of Squaw Valley. You can see Shirley Lake in the distance.

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