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Safe Skiers Have More Fun

Many families head to the slopes for winter fun. Learning the rules of the mountain and how to ski or snowboard properly can enhance both fun and safety. One Portland family has found a long-term partner in that quest for family fun. Joyce Bernheim, John Ashworth and their children, Alexandra and Paul, have all taken…

Jewish Patrollers Ski to the Rescue

They love the outdoors. They like to give back. They thrive on challenges. And they find a direct connection between their Judaism and their work with the Mount Hood Ski Patrol.“I’ve always felt closer to Hashem in the peace and serenity of the mountains than I have other places,” says Jeffrey Weitz, who has volunteered…