The Cummings have served skiers at Hyak since 1965, witnessing decades of mountain evolution!

Step back in time with Shirley and Gary Cummings, with this extraordinary couple whose experiences bridge skiing's wooden ski era to today's modern mountain operations of ski patrol service at Hyak (now Summit East). They offer a fascinating glimpse into skiing's transformation since the mid-1960s. Note: Recorded at a previous convention, please disregard background noises. (2023)The PNWD History Project:  Shirley Cummings, the official history project coordinator (& all around fabulous lady), has been on a mission: Collect and assemble an archive of stories and pictures from the different ski patrols within the Pacific Northwest Division. Hence Patroller Chats was born! Click to share what you thought about this episode & who or what you might like next. Support the showIf you enjoyed this episode of Patroller Chats, please follow and subscribe. We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode and if you know a long-time patroller that we should chat with, send us a message. Please share this podcast with those who love the outdoors while learning some insight and history. Consider becoming a supporter and keeping our history alive.Until our next Patroller Chat:  Be Safe, Be Seen, Be Aware, and as always -  Know Before You Go!….this has been Patroller Chats.Learn more about the Pacific Northwest Ski Patrol and how to join at: https://www.nsp-pnwd.org/info-compass.htmlFind more about Patroller Chats:https://www.nsp-pnwd.org/patroller-chats-pnwd-the-podcast.htmlThe History Project can be found at:https://www.nsp-pnwd.org/history.htmlSafety4All is learning about being safe while enjoying the great outdoors:https://www.nsp-pnwd.org/safety-information.htmlConsider following our Social media links too!