It’s been an unusually warm winter here in Oregon, much to the chagrin of skiers and snowboarders. While record snowfalls back east are making the outdoor sports enthusiasts envious, some of the mountains are blanketed with enough of a supply to satisfy their cravings. Recently, I photographed a few high school and college slalom ski races on the slopes of Mt. Bachelor. The warm conditions made watching the races a way more pleasant experience, except for the sunburn I got in the process. A few photos from the OSSA high school state championships and the USCSA National Championships: