There have been a lot of people disappearing in Colorado avalanches, lately. 

I guess I have a hard time feeling too sorry for those who venture outside of areas they’re supposed to be in.  Even when outdoor enthusiasts are very experienced, trained, yada yada yada…it doesn’t matter when conditions are bad enough.  Central Colorado has had tons of snow this year already and avalanche danger is very high.  Sadly, many of the people who they are pulling out from under the snow were wearing expensive avalanche beacons.