Thanks to Thom Storm, the CBIC, the City of Duluth and all the parents/volunteers that keep Chester Bowl going.  

I learned to ski there thanks to the equipment loaner program.  Without that, my family never would have been able to afford gear. The family pass was beyond reasonable and the hot dog, glass of pop and bag of chips I earned each time I worked as a "ski patrol" made for a memorable meal.

Things are different now - the ski jumps are silent, the tow rope is gone and kids wear helmets while skiing.  But the opportunity to learn to ski/race afforded by a little ski hill in the middle of Duluth is something that has endured.  Bravo!