A backcountry skier was killed in an avalanche near Breckenridge over the weekend.
The Colorado Avalanche Information Center say the solo skier was buried in an avalanche on Bald Mountain in Summit County. The identity of the skier has not been released.
Saturday’s incident brings the number of avalanche fatalities in Colorado this season to 11.
Danny “Dan R” Ridenour has been in radio and television broadcasting for over 40 years, starting as a senior in high school in Rogers, Arkansas. His radio career has had stops in Nashville, Memphis, Oklahoma, and eventually, Colorado. Dan enjoys being involved in the community, having been a member of the Upper Arkansas Service Club and is currently on the board of directors for the Salida Community Center and is a member of the Chaffee County Fair Committee. He and his wife Carrie spend their days doing everything the mountains have to offer: hiking, camping, fishing and skiing. They've raised 3 children and have 2 grandchildren.