In-Bounds Slide Kills Aspen Man

An inbounds slide in a closed area of Snowmass killed a 25 year old Aspen resident. Friends say he jumped off a cliff and triggered a slide which swept him into a group of trees.

Ski patrol recovered the man in under 25 minutes but he had already passed away. This serves as a reminder to all of us. With all the new snow, nothing is safe. We don't advocate ducking ropes however if you are ever doing any sort of side touring or anything of the like, please make sure you strap on a beacon and have full avy gear with the knowledge to use it/know what is and isn't safe.