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Local siblings sweep first place awards at Schweitzer and Lookout Pass ski races By Reader Staff A brother-and-sister duo are both flying high after taking down first-place honors at the Schweitzer Snow Ghost Banked Slalom race and the Lookout Pass Final Ski Race. Trennon Scherr, 11, is a fifth-grader at the Sandpoint Waldorf School and a passionate skier. Ever “Sissy” Scherr, 7, is in second grade at Waldorf and also loves to ski race. Trennon earned first place at the Snow Ghost Banked Slalom competition March 12 at Schweitzer in the “Groms” age division (ages 6-12). The same day, Sissy earned first place in the Slalom ski race and first place on the Giant Slalom — both at Lookout Pass — and another first-place season trophy for overall. “These kids love to ski and truly embrace what living in a ski mountain town has to offer,” said proud mom Tina Scherr. “Their big smiles and welcoming, fun attitude will have you hooked on skiing too.” Right: Ever “Sissy” Scherr, 7, won three first-place awards in a single day at Lookout Mountain. Far right: Trennon Scherr earned first place the same day at Schweitzer in the Snow Ghost Banked Slalom race. Photos courtesy Tina Scherr.
Idaho Trails Association teaching Backpacking 101 By Reader Staff Idaho Trails Association will be hosting a free, three-hour class on Thursday, April 13 from 6-9 p.m. geared toward backpacking for beginners and seasoned hikers alike. ITA Board Member and Crew Leader Tom Dabrowski will host the event at his shop in Sagle, where participants can learn the basics of backpacking and get hands-on experience with the necessary gear. Attendees will learn the general differences in backpacks and other gear, what to carry for an overnight up to a week-long trip, how to pack a backpack, tips for making loads lighter and how to stay safe in the backcountry. Trail Talks: Backpacking 101 Thursday, April 13; 6-9 p.m.; FREE. Tom Dabrowski’s Shop, 877 Heath Lake Road, Sagle, 83860. For more info and to RSVP, visit idahotrailsassociation.org/event/backpacking-101-north-idaho. 14 / R / March 23, 2023
Photo by Glenn Florence.
Kaniksu Folk School hiring coordinator By Reader Staff
Kaniksu Folk School is seeking a program coordinator to oversee and manage all aspects of the school’s operations. The coordinator will be responsible for working with independent instructors who teach classes, developing and imple-
menting programs, managing administrative and financial records, and building relationships with community members and partners. This is a part-time position with Kaniksu Land Trust. For the full job description and application instructions visit kaniksu.org/careers.