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On March 26, I joined Becky, Rachel, Tim, Kris, and Jeff for a ski from Arctic Valley road to the Indian Creek trailhead. This is one of the most well-known backcountry ski routes near Anchorage, and for good reason. It is fairly accessible, but yet off
Date: 03/27/2006
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As you can see on the elevation profile (on the map), the first mile or so is the most technical. The trail drops steadily from Arctic Valley road to the base of the valley. In powder conditions, I bet this downhill run is a lot of fun. For us, it was c
Date: 03/25/2006
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A pit stop for lunch and rewaxing next to Ship Creek. The first half of the trip meanders through the trees, following Ship Creek upstream.
Date: 03/25/2006
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Jeff and Tim checking out the views from the banks of Ship Creek.
Date: 03/25/2006
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After about 10 miles of tree skiing, we eventually broke out into the open.
Date: 03/25/2006
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Heading towards the pass.
Date: 03/25/2006
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Date: 03/25/2006
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The open vally near Indian Creek pass is an amazing place. Big mountains, untracked snow, hardly any people, but yet its less than 10 air miles from downtown Anchorage.
Date: 03/25/2006
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Date: 03/25/2006
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At the pass, getting ready for the trip down the other side.
Date: 03/25/2006
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Going down was again challenging due to wet, heavy snow mixed with some crust. There were also plenty of turns, dips, trees, and bridges to keep us on our toes.
Date: 03/25/2006
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Speaking of dips, one of those proved to be a little too much for Kris's ski and it snapped in half. No matter, though. With some willows and duct tape, Tim patched it back together. Not exactly good as new, but Kris managed to navigate the last few mi
Date: 03/25/2006
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