Leif Borgenson passed away this winter while hiking Highlands Bowl in Aspen Highlands, Colorado. These images are from his celebration of life memorial service and party. It's been a few months since these photos were taken, and I've found myself struggling trying to define how long is long enough before posting them? How long is too long? Do family and friends want to see these now... in two months... in two years... ever? But since Leif, a legendary ski patroller at the legend A-Basin, came from a community of people who chose specifically to CELEBRATE his life rather than just mourn his death, I figured it's time to share these images.
Friends, family and community gather at a packed Keystone Conference Center to speak and share stories about adventurous Leif, the snow safety director at Arapahoe Basin ski area.
Leif's brother and son.
Leif's family.
Stills from Rex Lint Productions' beautiful memorial video for Leif.
A-Basin staff & ski patrol share stories.
The service moves to the party at the A-Frame lodge at the base of Arapahoe Basin.
Cheers and beers for Leif.
The lovely Kay Beaton of Beaton Photography who asked me to shoot this event.
The mountain at night.
Thanks to everyone for having me at this event. It was an honor to be part of.
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