Item: Mt. Spokane powderhounds on patrol: After 70 years, volunteer ski group still innovating/Cindy Hval, SR Voices.

More Info: Throughout the day the ski patrol provides assistance to those in need. “We’re essentially EMTs,” said Edwards, referring to the advanced Outdoor Emergency Care training the members are required to take. “We can typically respond within five minutes.” But they do much more than help injured skiers. They conduct search-and-rescue operations when needed, ensure guests are skiing safely and answer questions about the mountain/CindyH, SR Voices. More here.

Question: Have you ever been assisted or rescued by the ski patrol?