Aprés: Off-slope, post-skiing activities that usually include drinking, dining, and partying. Backcountry: Areas outside the boundaries of a ski resort that should only be accessed with avalanche ...

Thankfully, I discovered Anita Yokota's "Ski Slope Method" (detailed in her book, Home Therapy). The concept is so simple, I can hardly believe I didn't know it sooner! Here's how it works ...