Perhaps, but I'm afraid that it may have been a Freudian slip of the tongue. Sure, I've probably overstated my case, but it's worth thinking about. By the way, I do not, nor have I ever owned a gun, as I don't like them and have no use for them. Encouraging people to head out onto abandoned slopes without proper avalanche prediction and rescue training is an invitation to disaster. Colorado leads all states in avalanche incidents, and abandoned ski slopes are the ideal setting for avalanches.
Ski patrollers at Colorado resorts do the necessary work to prevent avalanches from occuring.
The freedom of the backcountry comes with a high level of personal responsibility. If you play, take proper precautions. Every week, the Independent takes to the streets, in search of your opinion on the latest, breaking news.