Gone Skiing - Keystone

The main reason for our trip to Colorado is to see Uncle Leaf, and Veronica (and of course to get some skiing in). Having only started skiing in December this was Avery’s first ski trip to Colorado. Day 1:  After a good night’s rest and Avery started off his day having Uncle Leaf put his boots on. 

Leaf putting Avery's boots on

Then we loaded up and headed to Keystone, for Avery’s first Mountain skiing experience. Before we even got to the skiing Avery was having fun adventures. First to get from the parking lot to the base area Keystone has little red wagons to haul, gear and kids, Avery thought this was the greatest thing ever!  

Little Red Wagon at Keystone

The next adventure was getting to the top of the mountain,  Keystone  like many resorts has a Gondola (which was great because this meant that Grandma would come to the top too). Avery was completely amazed by the Gondola, he had his face stuck to the glass, with his eyes wide open the entire time. 

Here we go

Glued to the glass in the Gondola

After all that excitement it was finally time to ski. We headed to a beginner area on the top of mountain, where Avery showed off his skills for Leaf, Veronica, grandma and Papa. 

Skiing with Leaf

The fun didn’t stop at the bottom of the run, rather then a ski lift (Avery’s favorite part of skiing) they was a covered magic carpet (basically a carpeted conveyor belt) Avery jumped on and did great, (better then some other older adult beginners skiers). 

Riding the Magic Carpet

Almost to the top

After 6 or so runs it was time for a break , and another Gondola ride before it time to head back to the condo for nap time. 

Heading in for a break with Leaf and Papa

Mama & Avery in the Gondola

Back at the base of the mountain Avery got another ride in a wagon back to the parking lot. 

Wagon train

 Avery maybe made it 500 years out of the Keystone parking lot before he was out cold.

Sleepy little skier

 Avery's first day of mountain skiing was a huge success, and he was very excited to share all his adventures with his daddy via Skype. 

Skype-ing with Daddy

Then after a little more goofing off with Leaf and Veronica  and a bath it was bed time (for all of us) so that we can be rested for Day 2.

Look at all the hands