kirkwood Archives - dirt + tears

One of Those

Posted on November 24, 2019 by Natasha

Ah, the winter season is upon us here in the Northern Hemisphere. All the families with ski cabins are pulling out their gear and winter clothes, while the ski industry employees are getting tra... Read More

Fill the Kirkwood Valley with Love

Posted on December 8, 2018December 11, 2018 by Natasha

A week from today, it will be one year since a particular wonderful man left this earth. His passing has touched the lives of thousands, reflected in the countless people showing love and support for ... Read More

Obsessed with this mountain

Posted on February 28, 2018 by Natasha

Attempting to put into words why I love Kirkwood is, in itself, a discredit to this place. Kirkwood is ineffable. However, after extensive research in the field (ahem, on the chairlift) I am confide... Read More

Powdery waves of nature’s white magic

Posted on November 28, 2017December 7, 2017 by Natasha

My body awoke at 1:45am, 4:30am, and then finally at 5:15am. My mind awoke around 5:20am. A quick phone check for any messages that may have come through after I fell asleep in the early hours, and I ... Read More