Building on the momentum of the 2024 ski season, we went all in for 2025 and bought five Ikon passes. We kicked things off in September by taking the Crystal Gondola up for a scenic hike. Later in the season, we returned for a ski weekend at the Loge with our Canterwood friends and spent a full week in Sunriver, tearing it up at Mt. Bachelor.
Wes, Hazel, and I made real progress in our skiing—culminating in our first black diamond run together as a family. Owen was laser-focused on conquering the toughest terrain on the mountain, and he proudly met his goal. Ty had a few moments where he realized that keeping up with his first born is a challenge.
Our MLK weekend at the Loge was fantastic. The snow wasn’t great, but the weather was clear and Crystal really shines with the right light. The kids loved skiing together by day and hitting the pool and s’mores by night. We had a cozy dinner at the Snorting Elk and an unforgettable game of Charades.
Our week at Bachelor was a highlight—it's still my favorite place to ski. The runs are wide and beautiful, and even when the lift lines are long, the mountain never feels crowded. We made it to the summit, where the powder was the best I’ve ever experienced. Bachelor is also where we tackled that black diamond—a sweet milestone for our family. Off the slopes, we ice skated, explored the village, swam at the lodge, worked on a puzzle, and soaked in the hot tub.
The winters here are undeniably gloomy, but skiing motivates us to embrace the outdoors anyway; it keeps us active and energized. Personally, I ski for the views—the quiet awe of standing at the summit, surrounded by glittering snow and piercing blue skies, while the lowlands often remain cloaked in a blanket of clouds.
This year, our family set a goal: 1,000 hours outside in 2025. Ski season gave us a strong start. Every hour on the slopes counts—not just toward the goal, but toward a rhythm of life that values movement, nature, and shared adventure.
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