BEND, OR -- A Bend man was killed at Mt Bachelor, Thursday afternoon. According to the Deschutes County Sheriff's office, 29-year old Peter Sky was skiing with a friend on the Leeway Run when he lost control and hit a tree, at about 1 p.m.

Mt Bachelor Ski Patrol and private citizens began life-saving efforts. He was taken down the mountain to Bend Fire medics, but further attempts to revive him were unsuccessful.  

Investigators say Sky was an avid and accomplished skier and was wearing appropriate protective gear, including a helmet. He is survived by his wife and daughter.