Last day for the Bird!

Last day for the Bird!
Originally uploaded by latejc1976.

So, This was the 'Birds last stand. They only made it to Memorial Day weekend this year; I think part of that is because of the construction of the new lift in Peruvian Gulch. Oh, well...I'm excited for that lift to open next year. I couldn't round up any troopers for this one, but i met some fun people on the lift, which is always nice. There was the girl slangin' tequilla, the kid who had no idea you could hit a jump as big as the Q-hit, and the liftes asking for beer. Good Times! I just wish the Bone, the Croin, Deckle, and Junebug could've been here! As it is, I said farewell to the 'Bird solo. See you next season!

Last day for the Bird!

Last day for the Bird!
Originally uploaded by latejc1976.

We are the brave souls who attempt the ride to the base without riding the tram down. It actually wasn't that bad

Last day for the Bird!

Last day for the Bird!
Originally uploaded by latejc1976.

The lift pole got in the way here. It was a cool shot while i was stopped, though.

Last day for the Bird!

Last day for the Bird!
Originally uploaded by latejc1976.

Neat. 'click'

Last day for the Bird!

Last day for the Bird!
Originally uploaded by latejc1976.

I just wanted a photo of the snow encrusted trees. It's Memorial day weekend, and they still got 5 inches of snow. Fantastic!

Last day for the Bird!

Last day for the Bird!
Originally uploaded by latejc1976.

So, that rock band in the middle of the photo had a HUGE hit over the whole thing. I redeemed myself today; my best move was a straight indy grab over the whole thing. Damn it felt good!

Last day for the Bird!

Last day for the Bird!
Originally uploaded by latejc1976.

Yes, it was crowded; it was as busy as christmas weekend, but as you can see, it wasn't so bothersome.

Last day for the Bird!

Last day for the Bird!
Originally uploaded by latejc1976.

The snow is getting slim on the ridge. Good thing i have a board i don't care about; I could hit rocks for the hell of it!

Last day for the Bird!

Last day for the Bird!
Originally uploaded by latejc1976.

There's nothing better than a cute girl on the lift who offers you a shot of tequilla from her Nalgene flast! Viva Snowbird!

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DSC02447.JPG
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Boonasty and my new computer. Awwhh.

eh?

eh?
Originally uploaded by latejc1976.

Which one is the man here?

garage, hell yeah

garage, hell yeah
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It's time to break in the garage/studio for some poker! Viva!

kyle and Buddha

kyle and Buddha
Originally uploaded by latejc1976.

Yeah, this is just some random fun.

"Laahhhhww!"

"Laahhhhww!"
Originally uploaded by latejc1976.

I love the spring in Utah! Take your pick of which activity you want, and it's here. Snowboarding, golf, climbing, biking, disc golf, bar-be-que, camping, drinking beer on the porch... We chose snowboarding this weekend, with bar-be-que afterwards, and some drinking beer on the porch. There might be two weekends left of the 'Bird; hopefully the disc golf at solitude isn't far behind. Viva!

lcc

lcc
Originally uploaded by latejc1976.

The lower part of Little Cottonwood Canyon is gorgeous right now. It's so lush with waterfalls all over the place, which contrasts nicely with the grey granite.

Zoomer

Zoomer
Originally uploaded by latejc1976.

Yes, the snow is getting a bit light at the bottom of Gadzoom. I'm hoping for one, maybe two more weekends this season. At least!

Rocker

Rocker
Originally uploaded by latejc1976.

You should have seen me when i was sporting my Honolulu jersey!

awww...

awww...
Originally uploaded by latejc1976.

Good times.

cutie at little cloud

cutie at little cloud
Originally uploaded by latejc1976.

Little cloud bowl is one hell of af a good time in the spring time. Look at all that terrain.

cruisin'

cruisin'
Originally uploaded by latejc1976.

cute girl cruisun by.

Little cloud bowl

Little cloud bowl
Originally uploaded by latejc1976.

It's getting slushy, but it's still fun up there.

Big hit

Big hit
Originally uploaded by latejc1976.

It's hard to see in this photo, but there is a huge hit built over this cliff-band now.

The orris contemplates

The orris contemplates
Originally uploaded by latejc1976.

Tall boys and dominoes. What better way tospend an evening.

Dominoe, mutha #@*a!

Dominoe, mutha #@*a!
Originally uploaded by latejc1976.

Domino was not kind to me this night.

Well, it's 11:00 pm, and the candle is still burning strong. I hope this isn't too personal, but I think the only people that look at my blog are good friends or a few random others. This week my girlfriend's father passed away, and i couldn't make it to the service, so i lit a candle at the time of the service and it's still going. I didn't know him that well, but i knew him enough to know that he was a good guy. The guys that go along with the flow of life, like to have fun and enjoy their time here, and are accepting of the different walks of life. My best wishes go to the family. It makes you wonder about the quality and amount of time we all have; I hope we all appreciate the people that are in our lives and that we hold close. I'm not sure how to end this...so i'll just say that Mr. Blum will be missed.  

moment of silence. 

Ahh... it feels good to paint again. 

Here's the aftermath. As soon as i would lean forward, the thing would buckle and send me on my head. I guess the helmet was a good idea this year! 

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PARTY!! at least that's what the flag in my drink says... 

This is how I felt talking to the Altoids that have taken over the Bird. Damn! 

Yeah, so, last weekend was my 30th birthday, good God! Actually that part doesn't bother me; there's nothing you can do about it except, enjoy! There're were many good things and a couple of BAD things. My girlfriend had to leave on a family emergency. That put a damper on the mood right away. I had a collision with an Altoid, and all her Altoid friends started ganging up on me. That's a long story, and quiet an anoying one. I busted my snowboard right above the front binding later that day, (I mean it snapped!); and had to ride switch for the last few runs, while avoiding lost Altoid-Wankers. GOOD STUFF WAS...My girlfriend actually made it up the first night.(smootch!). We had fantastic food. We had three(!) balconies, one with a hot tub. The roof-top pool was heated, some kind of salt water, and had spectacular views. Alot of close friends (miss you bone-jah, Deckle, and Kendra, to name a few). And there's still snow up here for cinco de mayo! Thank you all that made it, miss all you that couldn't. I know i'm forgetting some of the GOODs right now; (the birthday cake was good, too!) 

the Orris relaxes in our own private hot tub... 

..as the Croin contemplates the following day of riding. 

(smootch) Thanks for coming, Sweetie! 

This was a beautiful sunset behind Mount Superior. and this was from our balcony! 

Here's a naked man who can't decide between his mix drink or a shot...