Kent learned at the tender young age of 5 that skiing is the coolest thing you can do. Since then skiing has been his main passion in life. Living in the mountains he shares his habitat with cougars. Cougars are territorial predators that are found in terrain where there is an abundance of prey. Cougars usually hunt at night, stalking weaker victims. This weaker prey can be identified by glazed over eyes, which lets the cougar know its prey is defenseless and probably won't remember the attack the next day. After being attacked by several cougars, Kent has mastered the art of hunting them. Although practice in the field is the only way to truly tune your skills, here are a few tips to keep in mind while in cougar country.

1. Identify the cougars den. In my case it is the Canyon Inn, also known as the Cougar Inn.

2. Don't let your guard down. Enter the cougar den before you've had too many adult beverages. This way you are aware of your surroundings which will allow you to be the predator rather than the prey.

3. Select your target. Start with the most attractive cougar and then work your way down.

4. Keep your cool. Walk into the den, take a glance around and check out the options. At this point you will notice them sizing you up as well. Then just casually sit down at the bar and order yourself a drink.

5. Be patient and let them come to you. Once they come to the watering hole for a second drink, they will order it right next to you because you are the man. At this point predator and prey are united in the timeless rhythm of nature's cycles.

6. Like any other professional skier in cougar country...Don't be afraid to go big!

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