The backcountry around Lake Tahoe is finally receiving its fill of snow, something that has been lacking to the point of despair over the past several seasons. It’s the perfect excuse for the Burton crew to get away from the desks for some deep pow. Led by the legend that is Dave Downing, the crew of Alex Andrews, Zach Nigro, and George Johnston of Milo Auburn headed out for the fresh turns and good times. The way things are going, this El Niño year is going to be one of the best in a long time.

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Check out more of Alex’s work in the Snowboarding’s Dead series