YMCA of the Rockies – Snow Mountain Ranch is pleased to announce a free community event this Friday, December 12, from 4-6 p.m., featuring a screening of inspiring short films. A panel discussion and Q&A session with the featured filmmakers will follow the screening.
Reservations are free HERE, but donations are highly encouraged.
All donations will support the Tlingit and Haida Native Youth Snowsports Camps. You can make a donation HERE
The event aims to raise awareness and support for the Tlingit and Haida Native Youth Snowsports Camps in Alaska, which directly benefit Native students in grades 3-5 living in Alaska by providing access to winter sports.
The evening will feature four powerful short films exploring themes of identity, land access, and the spirit of snowsports:
- Let My People Go Skiing by Ellen Bradley
- Internal Peaks by Vanessa & Jr
- Back to the Land: Mountain Access by Connor Ryan
- Common Unity (working title) by Connor Ryan
“This event is a wonderful way to bring community together, enjoy incredible films, and support breaking down the barriers to accessing snowsports for Native youth on their homelands,” says Kristen Spronz, Social Responsibility Director at Snow Mountain Ranch. “We encourage you to join us for this very special event and donate to support Tlingit and Haida Native Youth Snowsports Camp.”
About YMCA of the Rockies – Snow Mountain Ranch
Stretched across a breathtaking 5,100 acres of rolling meadows, aspens, and spruce-filled forests, YMCA of the Rockies – Snow Mountain Ranch pulses with energy and adventure! An expansive outdoor playground in the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, this is the place for four seasons of recreation, connection, and renewal—perfect for vacationers, family gatherings, and group retreats.