Chandler’s Story
“I have been involved with Crosscut's Ski Education Program for 6 years and it is hands-down the best job ever! It is a privilege to work with thousands of Montana students each year as we guide them through a fun day on skis while exploring the wonders of nature.
Cross country skiing is approachable for people of all ages and experience levels and is a great way to access our magical winter landscape during the snowy months. Each day we get to watch students follow their curiosities outdoors while also encountering and overcoming challenges in a safe environment.
Despite being located in a recreation-focused mountain town, we work with a lot of first-time skiers that don’t otherwise have the opportunity to learn how to ski and spend time in the mountains. It’s important that we keep our program affordable to ensure accessibility to a wide variety of schools and students. Donations from our community help make this possible!
By supporting our Ski Education program, you're helping to guarantee that we can continue providing students with their "best day ever" for years to come!”
-Chandler Bowen, Outdoor Education Manager
Give Big 2024
In our 2023-24 season, Crosscut’s Ski Education Program served 2,626 students through our School, Homeschool, and Global Snowsports Programs. We worked with 33 schools across three counties and welcomed homeschool, remote learning, hybrid student groups, and traditional classroom students.
Each one of our participants had the opportunity to explore Crosscut's trails on skis or snowshoes while building connections with nature and each other.
When you GIVE BIG, you help us provide year-round and meaningful opportunities for young outdoor learners through ski education, biathlon, summer camps, and mountain bike camps! To keep these programs affordable and accessible, we need your support during Give Big Gallatin Valley happening May 2-3! Help us foster healthy lifestyles, empower youth, and put smiles on faces for generations to come.
