Skiers... sad news...
 

Doug Coombs died yesterday in an avalanche.

From the Valdezskiguides site.

4/3/06

Doug Coombs was killed in the mountains today.

This afternoon we learned of the tragic accident in La Grave, France.


We are still gathering details and will inform you as we learn more.

Words can't describe the loss his friends feel now. His impact on Alaska Heli Skiing, Alpine Guiding, and just plain fun-hogging is immeasurable.

Send you thoughts and prayers to Emily and David Douglas Coombs. They will need you support and love for a long time.



Sincerely,

Don Sharaf, Doug Workman, Scott Raynor, Kirsten Kremer, Paul Turecki, Jeff Zell, Eric Henderson, and the many others who had the privelege to work, ski, and smile with Doug over the years.