Tag: independence pass

Solo Skier Survives Being Carried and Partially Buried in Avalanche Near Aspen, CO

A solo backcountry skier narrowly escaped serious injury after triggering a wet…

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30th Annual “Ride for the Pass” Bike Race This Saturday, May 18, at Aspen, CO

The 30th annual “Ride for the Pass” bike race will be held…

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12,095′ Independence Pass, CO, Closed For the Season After Snow Buries the Road

There's now only one way for motorists to get in and out…

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12,095′ Independence Pass, CO, Will Open for the Summer on Thursday May 27th

Hwy-82, Independence Pass, in Colorado, will open for the summer as scheduled…

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VIDEO: Skier Triggered and Caught in Avalanche Near Independence Pass, CO on November 9, 2020

The Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC) has had several reports of skier…

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Trip Report: Independence Pass, CO – Couloir Skiing on the Last Day of Summer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CT0dFdCoNxA&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=ClaytonMalott The fall equinox was today (September 22, 2020), marking the official…

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Couple Trapped in Vehicle Overnight After Driving Off Independence Pass, Near Aspen, CO

At approximately 11:20 a.m. on Friday, August 21, 2020, the Pitkin County…

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Trip Report: June Powder on East Geissler Peak, CO

https://vimeo.com/432210248 On June 9, we woke up to about 6 inches of…

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