Mount Spokane skiers rise above it all

Nordic skiers enjoy sunrise over the fog-shrouded valleys from the Shadow Mountain Trail at Mount Spokane State Park. (John Stucke)

WINTER SPORTS -- Pity everyone who has no way out from the gloom of the lowlands.

A few folks are choosing to rise above the persistent fog by heading to their favorite ski resort.

John Stucke joined Caroline Woodwell got up early enough to be the first skiers at Mount Spokane nordic ski area this morning, early enough to ski perfectly groomed, untracked trails and catch the sunrise from the Shadow Mountain trail.

Good way to start the day.

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