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THE SKIER SCRIBBLER

The student news site of Aspen High School

THE SKIER SCRIBBLER

The student news site of Aspen High School

THE SKIER SCRIBBLER

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AHS Students Help Grant a Wish

Chloe, Staff Writer November 28, 2016

This November, AHS seniors Nakiri Gallagher-Cave and Kaia Vresilovic headed AHS wish week, fundraising to grant the wish of Jayke, who has spinal muscular atrophy. “Setting up the fundraisers is really...

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Soul Cycle Spins Its Way Into Aspen

Paige Quist, Staff Writer November 28, 2016

ASPEN -- During the winter, SoulCycle will be pedaling its way into Aspen’s heart. From Dec. 22 to Jan. 2, Aspen locals and tourists will have a chance to be a part of this intense workout program. SoulCycle...

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Pine or Plastic?

Jordana Rothberg, News Editor November 28, 2016

Upon entry, the entire room smells as if a pine forest were planted into its wooden floors. Pine needles lay scattered around the trunk. The tree stands tall and proud, fully decorated in crystal snowflakes,...

The 2016 Super Moon.

Super Super Moon

Chelsea Moore, Staff Writer November 28, 2016

The largest super moon in 68 years rose on Nov. 13, providing stunning photos for Aspenites. The moon was the closest it has been to the Earth since January 1948, appearing 14 percent bigger, and 30 percent...

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Aged To Perfection

Sophie Schulze, Staff Writer November 18, 2016

ASPEN--  Five teams will be selected by Anderson Ranch to go head-to-head in an intense 48-hour snow sculpture competition that is a part of Aspen’s annual Winterskol festivities. This years motto is...

The scene of the H20 club fundraiser dance.

Spreading H20 Worldwide

Carson Friedland, Design Editor November 15, 2016

On Nov. 12, the H20 Club hosted a fundraising dance at Bumps at the base of Buttermilk mountain.  The theme was “white out” to help bring in the winter spirit.  The dance was held in order for the...

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Goodbye Vine?

Erika Lopez, Staff Writer November 14, 2016

Vine, the master of six second video loops, is now coming to an end. Say goodbye to your favorite Vines or becoming a Vine star yourself. The Vine mobile app is being discontinued sometime in the next...

Is the Great Barrier Reef Dead?

Is the Great Barrier Reef Dead?

November 14, 2016

An unusual obituary was published in Outdoor magazine on Oct. 11 about the Great Barrier Reef. Written by Rowan Jacobsen, the article stated that the Great Barrier Reef had reached the end of its 25 million...

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Thanksgiving: From Past to Present

Chloe, Staff Writer November 14, 2016

The pilgrims arrived in Plymouth in the fall of 1620. Throughout their first brutal winter they lost almost half of the passengers and crew to the harsh conditions. Thanksgiving, a long-standing American...

Athlete’s head up the accelerator chairlift up to the training course on Copper Mountain.

High Temperatures and High Expectations

Madison Osberger-Low, Staff Writer November 10, 2016

ASPEN- While warm and dry conditions in October and early November have been concerning to the local ski area operators, AHS student athletes who compete in snow sports aren't letting the conditions slow...

Most Unusual Holiday Gifts

Chelsea Moore, Staff Writer November 9, 2016

Not everyone gets the stereotypical clothes, candy or coal from Santa on Christmas. Aspen High School students reflect on the most unusual gifts that appeared in their stockings last year.

Tis the Season

‘Tis the Season

Quinton O'Keeffe, Staff Writer November 9, 2016

Winter has finally arrived in Aspen/Snowmass, and ski season is underway. Snowmass Mountain opened on Nov. 24 bringing joy to many eager skiers. Aspen Mountain later opened on Nov. 27. Aspen Highlands...

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