Controversial

Well that last post certainly generated some conversation. As I wrote it I knew it would be controversial.  The new law is creating changes and adjustments.  The wide breadth of all our comments shows what a complicated issue this is in our culture. While there were people supportive of my comments, others were deeply offended. A couple of people asked me to do things that are anatomically impossible.  I think the debate is rich and we are all better for it.  Between this blog and Facebook, hundreds of people weighed in.  Those comments certainly triggered many thoughts with me.  Here are just a few.

Regarding the guys who lost their passes, my comments were a bit heavy. When I came upon them they were smoking a joint at the top of the lift with a bunch of kids nearby. I think most people would agree with me that they needed to go away for a while.

I sincerely apologize to anyone I offended.  That was not my intention. Many people read things into my comments that were not there.  If I could rewrite my post, it would simply read, "Colorado's new law legalizes limited marijuana use. Consumption in public is not allowed. A-Basin is a public place."

That said, I am confident we can keep the vibe and the culture of A-Basin alive.  I hope we can all enjoy this great place realizing the new law does not allow people to smoke pot in the lift lines, on the deck, in the restaurant, and other public places. I hope all of you will keep skiing and riding at The Basin.