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Captain 435 - Fire Hiker

October through early December 2002 allowed for several day hikes to the high country areas of Ebbetts Pass and some good photo opportunities.

The months of October through early December 2002 were rather busy, but I managed to find some time to get into the woods and find some relaxing times and interesting spots for photos.

But, first things first.  Those that know Julie and myself, know that we're hockey fans.  With San Jose and the Sharks being the closest "home" team, that's where October began.  At the Sharks home opener against the Stanley Cup Champion Detroit Red Wings.

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Julie has to be a Detroit fan for this game - - BAD GIRL !

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The Russian great, Igor Larionov, readies some pucks. He's the reason Julie's a Detroit fan.

When we first became fans (1994 playoffs), Igor Larionov played in San Jose.  The next season, Julie became friends and has been his fan ever since.  In the past, if the Redwings had a layover, we have had breakfast with the team on their visits to San Jose.

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That one went in !

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Darren McCarty waits for his practice time.

See the other Photo Pages for pictures from the day hikes.

Photo credits: Ron Getter (unless otherwise noted).

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The Pre-game Skate: Anyone can get close to the ice for player pictures. So we do.