CAT CLOWDER

IN WHAT many folks consider the highlight of each year's Cat Clowder at Big Powderhorn Mountain Resort in Bessemer Township, a long line of vintage snowcats and groomers climb the slope during the finale parade on Saturday afternoon. Eighteen machines sent snow flying as they ascended the hill, while additional snowcats were on display earlier in the day in the resort's parking area. Now in its 12th year, the annual event draws snowcat enthusiasts from across the Midwest. For more Cat Clowder photos, see page 17.