Gaggle at Rogers Pass

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Published Wednesday, February 23, 2005 by Jim Meldrum | E-mail this post

Gaggle is an ancient Norske term used to describe a group of 4 or more telemark skiers. The term was later adopted in the 17th Century by Ornithologist, John James Audubon whos name was also linked to fast highways in Germany.

This was a great trip. A large group met at Roger's Pass, BC.

Skiers and one questionable snowboarder came from Vancouver Island, Vancouver and Calgary.

Of particular note is my Dad who is an avid skier- he made his first trip into the backcountry on some skinny torture skicks that he borrowed from Hans Steiner!