President Gerald R. Ford

About 10 years ago, I was a lift operator at Vail. Gerald Ford was probably the most famous person I loaded on the lift (at least that I could recognize).

Winter Solstice Sunset 2

Winter Solstice Sunset 2
Originally uploaded by MichaelMoweryMedia.

Winter Solstice Sunset at Mom and Dads. For a few more photos of the sunset, click here.

Happy New Year....

Smokie in front of 430 West Dakota

Smokie in front of 430 West Dakota
Originally uploaded by MichaelMoweryMedia.

31+ inches from the storm.

First Day Back after injury

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Originally uploaded by MichaelMoweryMedia.

It was the first day back on the slopes after my injury. It was a blast, until I pushed it a bit too hard. Hmmm, this year might have to be little tamer. Anyway, I decided not to keep track of how many feet of decent I did this year (see last years Million Feet Goal) because, well.... it just won't be that interesting. On a different note, check out my cool goggles I got from http://www.alpenschatz.com/

I am not alone...

Today, a News Article was posted about the birth of Michael Thomas Mowery.

I know of other Michael Mowery's but this is a first Michael Thomas Mowery that I know of.

Anyway, I found this out because for I have a Google Alert on "Michael Mowery".

Today's Google News for: Michael Mowery

Hello World
Monroe Times - Monroe,WI,USA
Mike Mowery and Vicki Schutte, Lena, are parents of a son, Michael Thomas Mowery, born Friday, Dec. 8, 2006 in the Monroe Clinic. ...

"Its a small world after all..."

Morning Tea

Morning Tea
Originally uploaded by MichaelMoweryMedia.

A little morning tea and breakfast.

Out of Commision!

Out of Commision!
Originally uploaded by MichaelMoweryMedia.

Ugh, on Saturday, I sprained my knee on one the easiest runs. it was a slow fall, and the binding did not pop. I went to the doctor today, and they said nothing is broken and to stay off it for a week. So much for skiing. I guess the good news (at least from the initial diagnosis), is no major damage. However, it sure does not feel that way. They told me to schedule an appointment with the revolving Orthopedic doctor next, when they are in T-ride.

Oh well, I might now get caught up on my holiday shopping.

River Trail on our way up Boomerang Road

River trail thru the valley floor.


A frost covered log along the River Trail.
Nature can be so amazing even in its smallest forms.

Beautiful sunset from the back yard

The front of ski resort as seen from our back yard.

Train from Denver to Glenwood Springs

A couple of photos from the train trip from Denver to Glenwood Springs.

Hotel Denver and the Amtrak Train Station taken from the bridge over the Colorado River.

Morning Sunrise in Downtown Denver

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Originally uploaded by MichaelMoweryMedia.

While in Denver, a nice sunrise from the hotel room.

Morning Sunrise

Trying out this new Flickr account.
So a few photos of back in early November of a nice sunrise on the West Dakota Street. For the rest click here

October Interesting Photos

It is likely that I will never quite catch up on my blog, so I am going to post some of the more interesting photos from October.

Last Dollar/Sneffels Trip






Broadmoor Hotel and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo




Crazy animals


Sunset over Dallas Divide


San Francisco/Santa Cruz area












October Jud Wiebe Hike

This is old miner's shack we live in as seen from the Jud.



Happy Halloween (Pumpkin dressed up as a ghost)

Telluride Images: 2007 Calendar

My second Michael Mowery Media publication is Telluride Images: 2007.

This calendar has several of the same pictures as 4 Seasons: The Jud Wiebe Trail, but also uses a couple of different photos from around Telluride.

It can be purchased here for $20.




Enjoy,
Michael

My first EARTHQUAKE!

Yesterday, I was working in my office, when I heard a strange sound and vibration. It felt/sound like somehing fell on the roof of the house. I went outside to see if anything did, but all was good.

I just now checked the local newspaper article, and they reported that it was an earthquake yesterday. Click here for the article.

Wow, how exciting, my very first earthquake!!!!!

Shake on....

4 Seasons: The Jud Wiebe Trail, 2007 Calendar

My first Michael Mowery Media publishing this year.
This 12 month Calendar can be purchased here.



As most of my readers know I have been hiking The Jud Wiebe Trail every month. The Jud Wiebe Trail is great trail that can be hiked year around for maximum diversity. Each of the photos in the calendar where taken in that month.

Enjoy,
Michael Mowery

Even Bigger snow in Telluride

Pictures taken on Sept 22, 2006


Tango the snow kitty



Can you say powder day!!!


Tango the snow cat. She loves the fluffy stuff.



It sure feels like Winter.



Funky wind blown icicles on building at top of Gondola

First snow in Telluride

Pictures taken on Sept 21, 2006


The cats first snow. Even they were born in Mexico, they loved the snow!


Telluride Surrondings taken by Mary Dawn



Getting excited to go skiing!!!

Telluride Blues and Brews

(yep still a couple weeks behind on the blog).

Telluride Blues and Brews (Sept 15,16,17) is my favorite festival in Telluride. This was my third one, and I really enjoyed it. Greg, Stephanie, and Aspen (friends from Denver) made the experience a blast. Also thanks to Mary Dawn who added her own special flare.


A morning look up at the hills and the weather moving in before Brews and Brews festival



The Telluride Blues and Brews Festival Stage.



My friends camped for the festival in the "Tent City"



Beautiful Evening Telluride Light on the first day of three nights at the Brews and Brews Festival.



Mary Dawn showing her fantastic hula-hooping skills



Toasting the band at the Brews and Brews festival



Leaving 430 West Dakota to go to the Brews and Brews Festival. Today is the Beer tasting!




Welcome to Telluride Blues and Brews Festival sign over main street.



Our friend Dave Anderson jaming on his mandolin as a Tweener at the Blues and Blues 2006