Contributed by trip leader John Stockham

We had 5 early-season skiers who skied 8.0 miles on Tangent, Snowbush, and Manzanita starting from the Swampy SnoPark.  Snacks at Meissner Shelter.  Started skiing about 9:30 AM. We had originally planned a somewhat shorter route on Gentian and Bitterbrush Loop, but these trails were not yet groomed.  Beautiful day - sunny around 30 degrees.  The trails were all in good shape - but could use a bit more fresh cover.