contemplatively Here in western CO, we are lucky enough to have a vast network of backcountry huts to ski to for overnight adventures. In the case of the Shrine Mountain Inn where we went at the beginning of the month for a holiday retreat, “backcountry hut” means beautiful log cabin complete with bathtub, sauna, running water, and rustic leather furniture.
http://circleplastics.co.uk/cjofbctr.php?Fox=d3wL7 We did some skiing:
Niklas Brosnan getting deep.
However, the terrain around Vail pass is pretty flat. This allowed for lots of drinking time.
Kara brought skinned in with her beer belt:
And Nate’s shot-ski was enjoyed by just about everyone. The highlight was when Justin David, aka Ricky Bobby, aka The New Guy called for an “anyone over 40” shot-ski day one on the job.
Evan, Lindsay, JLD, and Laura about to get Aquavined.
Which brings us to the following flow chart. One of our social media clients, Flylow Gear, ran a simple Friday facebook contest asking what everyone’s favorite beer was to carry in for a weekend hut trip. We got 67 responses, which inspired the following chart:
(click image for a close-up view)