
Friday was the first day of the Dirksen Derby on Mount Bachelor.
It was a practice day on the slopes ahead of the snowboard and sit-ski racing event.
Mount Bachelor says 500 participants are expected to compete.
The course is hand-dug by Josh Dirksen and his crew.
The 15th annual Dirksen Derby lasts through Sunday.
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