Despite historically dismal snowpack, the Mt Sopris Nordic Council pulled off its 34th annual Ski for Sisu fundraising event. “We’re sitting at the lowest snowpack in our ski area’s 39-year history, and it would have been much easier to throw in the towel,” a press release stated. “But our groomers dug in instead. Literally.” Crews spent many hours hauling snow to cover hot spots and stockpile in the shade. Preliminary results showed Ben Luck achieving “Men’s Distance Champion” with 66 kilometers; Kaya Williams earned “Women’s Distance Champion” with 37 kilometers; Hazel Kuhn and Atlin Mason each got “Youth Distance Champion” with 50 and 40 kilometers, respectively; and Rachel Marble was declared “Fundraising Champion” bringing in $1,800. Courtesy photo