Monika Johnson missing near alpental....

monika is a dear friend, and i am really saddened by this terrible news. sending all my love to her, wherever she may be, as well as to her family, friends, and all those whose lives she has touched.

God it's just incredibly depressing she's now being referred to in the past tense. Terrible news. It shows in her photos she had the fire of life burning in her.

Monika was the finest ski partner I ever has the pleasure of touring with.  We had many exciting adventures that I will always cherish. She is a remarkable person who enjoyed life on her terms. She will be severely missed.

...We skinned into each other again.. we'll actually she skinned past us with Amar in her slipstream.. while I was out with Scottie and Dromond for amazing cold smoke turns pre season at Xtal....

That was a fantastic day. I barely got to know Monika but will miss her. What a great person.

Terribly sorry for the loss. Though I didn't know her well I recall bumping into her a handful of times over the years always out in the mountains and always with the same smile as the pictures.

You may not recall MW8 but our trip up Baker with Wayne was one of those times. The last time I saw her was when Sean visited and I toured the slot with him, of course she had just finished a more ambitious line and was smiling again.

I am humbled by the love she inspires.  Peace to all..