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From the Digital Archives: Skiing Mount Rainier

From the Digital Archives: Skiing Mount Rainier

(Photos courtesy of Washington State Digital Archives) While it’s never been mistaken for Whistler Mountain or Alpental, Mount Rainier many years ago attracted skiers to its slopes above Paradise during winter. These photos found in the State Digital Archives offer proof. The shot above, circa 1940, shows someone ski jumping as others watch. The photo below features two skiers enjoying a chat with “The Mountain” looming large in the background. The photos are found in the Digital Archives’ State Library…

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Washington at Play: Snow!

Washington at Play: Snow!

Washington is blessed (is that the right word?!) with dramatic season changes … which includes an often snow-kissed winter. And while we don’t like having to drive in snow, do we ever love playing in it! So get your skis and snowboards ready … soon we’ll be heading up to the passes. October is Archives Month, and we’re celebrating how Washington has played and still plays.