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    Warren Miller: 1924 - 2018

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    Warren A. Miller, who rose up from a Depression-era childhood to become the world’s foremost ski filmmaker and a beloved spokesperson for the sport, passed away January 24, 2018, at his home on Orcas Island, WA. He was 93 years old.

    Warren earned global acclaim and a passionate, multi-generational following for his annual ski feature film, which kicked off the ski season for more than 60 years, showing in hundreds of cities in the U.S. and around the world. Packed with adventure and exotic travel, Warren’s distinct, droll narration and humorous hijinks on the slopes highlighted his films.

    “Looking back on what set my films apart, it was the emphasis on entertaining people, which means making them laugh, rather than just filming people turning right or left,” Warren once said.

    Warren’s talents cut a wide swath beyond ski filmmaking. He produced more than 500 films in all, primarily covering outdoor pursuits, including surfing, sailing, and other water sports. As an artist, cartoonist and author, he wrote some 1,200 columns and 11 books.

    He was a World War II veteran, a ski instructor and talented ski racer, an accomplished surfer, and a champion sailor. He took up windsurfing in his 60s, and then turned to destination motor boating in his 70s and 80s, exploring the Northwest and Alaska from his home on Orcas Island.

    Warren is survived by his wife of 30 years, Laurie; by his sons Scott (Melissa) and Kurt (Ali); by his daughter, Chris (David Lucero); and by his stepson, Colin Kaufmann. Plus, thousands of wonderful friends and countless loyal fans as well as his three black dogs: two Scotties, Angus Bremner and Drummond McGregor and his huge black Czech Shepherd, Bex. He was extremely grateful for his tireless caregiver, Ginger Moore.

    For those who are able to, ski a favorite run or enjoy another activity you love in Warren’s memory.

    In lieu of flowers which only die, Warren requested any memorial gifts to please benefit the Warren Miller Performing Arts Center in Big Sky, MT. To donate and for more information: warrenmillerpac.org

    As Warren might say: “I’ll see you same time, same place next year, only I’ll be watching from a different mountain.
    Rest in peace. Alpental wouldn't be Alpental if it weren't for you


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    Damn. RIP.

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    Man.

    Godspeed Mr. Miller. One of a kind.
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    “If you don't do it this year, you will be one year older when you do.”

    Been my motto for some time now.

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    Fack. Understood. Over the head my friend.
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    RIP WARREN: I'll take a run for you!

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    They should put up a monument in that Sun Valley parking spot.

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    What a life,

    He brought so much joy to mine.

    RIP
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    Such an icon. I have so many fond memories of watching his films from a young age.

    "You want your skis? Go get em!"

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    Sad to hear. Will make that run as soon as able.

    Such an inspiration for the sport!

    "If you don't do it this year. you'll be one year older when you do."
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    Quote Originally Posted by LongShortLong View Post
    Sad to hear. Will make that run as soon as able.

    Such an inspiration for the sport!

    "If you don't do it this year. you'll be one year older when you do."
    damn i heard that mantra in my head for a decade fore i sacked up and heeded the call
    tween him and pow mag showin up on my midwest doorstep i bet i aint the only ski bum
    who has him to thank for a simple life changing phrase
    "When the child was a child it waited patiently for the first snow and it still does"- Van "The Man" Morrison
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    In addition to entertaining so many skiers for so long it looks like Warren lived his words of advise, mentioned many times in this thread, to the fullest. Ski,Surf, Boat in Peace!
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    Sorry to hear this. I think of that quote all the time.

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    a legend ..... rest in peace warren

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    What a life. RIP Mr Miller

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    RIP to a legend

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    Warren Miller: 1924 - 2018

    Aw man - RIP. The original. The legend.

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    Quote Originally Posted by LongShortLong View Post

    "If you don't do it this year. you'll be one year older when you do."
    Yep. Thanks for the memories Warren, many of us wouldn't be doing what we're doing, living where we're living if it wasn't for you. Damn.

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    During the '67-'68 season there was a showing in Stowe. My folks dropped me off to see it. I was hanging in the back with my pals the local kids. Normally we would be cutting up and making noise.

    Not that night, we were all absorbed in what Mr. Miller was showing and saying. We ganged up on him after the show, making sure he didn't have to carry all his gear out to his beat up old car. I had a box of backup reels and empty reels. The others carried various other things...we felt the honor deeply.

    We all walked back home after, me to the Tibbetts House and the others to their homes. Sunday we went back to cutting up on the mountain as usual....well, maybe a bit more inspired.
    The sad truth is that whine does not age well

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    Thanks Warren Miller.


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    A good long ride. Thanks WM

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    the guy was hudge, really tall. met him at Sugarbush.
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    He lived a great life.

    After serving in the Navy during WW2- enlisting at age 18 - he went to Sun Valley and lived in a camper in the parking lot. Cool.
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    Ah, bummer to hear this.

    RIP Warren

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    RIP Warren. I had the pleasure of meeting him a few times. Super nice guy, very humble. Such an icon to the sport. He will be greatly missed.

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