Oh Be Joyful Ski Race

  • Adults also had their fair share of fun on President’s Day this week.
    Adults also had their fair share of fun on President’s Day this week.
  • Ashley Horn and her son Marshall play in the snow while they watch ski racers above. Kate Gienapp
    Ashley Horn and her son Marshall play in the snow while they watch ski racers above. Kate Gienapp
  • Racer riding the lift
    Racer riding the lift
  • Lines of skiers cruise up the hill to participate in this year’s annual race.
    Lines of skiers cruise up the hill to participate in this year’s annual race.
  • Racers reach the bottom of the course
    Racers reach the bottom of the course
  • A furry friend gives encouragement
    A furry friend gives encouragement
  • Navigating the course
    Navigating the course
  • Racer in a tuck
    Racer in a tuck
  • Taking a ride back up the hill
    Taking a ride back up the hill

Sunny skies and no school on Monday brought kids in droves to Cranor Hill Ski Area northeast of the city for the annual Oh Be Joyful Ski Meet. Youngsters competed in modified slalom, downhill, distance jumping and freestyle jumping events. Skiing was free all day to participants.