SVSEF Alpine FIS Teams Travel West for the WRangler Cup Devo Series at Mt. Bachelor
Two giant slalom and two slalom races headlined the tech series Jan. 14-17
The SVSEF Alpine FIS Women’s and Men’s teams hit the road last week for the annual Western Region WRangler Cup Devo Tech Series at Mt. Bachelor, OR Jan. 14-17. The men raced Giant Slalom (GS) on Tuesday and Wednesday, while the women were on the Slalom (SL) course. Thursday and Friday saw the men in the SL gates and the women racing GS.
On Tuesday, Samantha Milne was the top SVSEF athlete in the SL with fourth place overall and third place in the U18's. Autumn Carpenter was the next SVSEF athlete coming in 17th. In Wednesday's Slalom race, Milne repeated third place in the U18's while Zoe Stern-Pre came in 13th for the day. On Thursday, the women switched to GS where Milne placed fourth and Ava Murphy was the next SVSEF athlete placing 12th in the U18's. The SVSEF women continued to improve daily with the last race having great placings on Friday. Milne was second in the U18's (third overall) with Stern-Pre placing 10th and Carpenter 14th.
"The girls that raced in this series had their best results of the year so far,” said Assistant Women's FIS coach, Pat Savaria. “It was so great to see them shine and gain confidence with each race."
For the men, SVSEF stepped onto the U18 podium at every race and teammates raced their way to multiple personal bests across the series. To kick things off In GS on Tuesday, Cole Sanford took the win for U18’s and Owen Lancaster landed just behind in second place. Paxton Sammis followed up the U18 podium trend finishing third in Wednesday’s GS. In the first SL on Thursday, Owen Lancaster took first and Declan White placed third. Paxton Sammis raced to third in the second SL race on Friday.
SVSEF Athlete Results on U18 Podium:
FIS Women SL Jan 14
3rd Samantha Milne
17th Autumn Carpenter
FIS Women SL Jan 15
3rd Samantha Milne
13th Zoe Stern-Pre
FIS Women GS Jan 16
4th Samantha Milne
12th Ava Murphy
FIS Women GS Jan 17
2nd Samantha Milne
10th Zoe Stern-Pre
14th Autumn Carpenter
FIS Men GS Jan 14
1st Cole Sanford
2nd Owen Lancaster
FIS Men SG Jan 15
3rd Paxton Sammis
FIS Men SL Jan 16
1st Owen Lancaster
3rd Declan White
FIS Men SL Jan 17
3rd Paxton Sammis
For complete FIS WRangler Devo Tech Series race results, please click on the link below:
https://www.fis-ski.com/DB/general/event-details.html?sectorcode=AL&eventid=56751&seasoncode=2025
UP NEXT for the SVSEF Alpine Men’s and Women’s FIS Teams: FIS Schweitzer Speed Series at Schweitzer Mountain Resort in Sandpoint, ID Jan. 27 - Feb 1, 2025. The event is part of the Western Region Speed Series and will host men’s and women’s downhill (DH) and super G (SG) races.
SVSEF Snowboard Team Takes to Halfpipe and Slopestyle at Woodward Park City
Riders chase regional points towards USASA National Championships in April
Ten riders from the SVSEF Snowboard Team traveled to Woodward Park City, UT this past weekend for two Halfpipe events and one Slopestyle event as part of the USASA Big Mountain West Series. The comp offered regional points towards the USASA National Championships in April at Copper Mountain, CO.
In true Sun Valley Snowboard Team fashion, riders are always participating in a multitude of disciplines working towards becoming the best all-around riders they can be—Halfpipe being amongst them. Learning to ride on the steeps of Baldy lends itself to the skills needed to ride halfpipe well and the team showed that.
“Rylan Olson had smooth linked trick runs that had the judges taking their time to turn in scores and he was rewarded with two third place podium spots for his efforts,” said Andy Gilbert, SVSEF Snowboard Futures Team Head Coach.
The young women of the team also came to play. ”Camille Armeen rode a smooth line all day,” said Gilbert. “Vivian Smith was adding Alley-Oop spins to her runs and Naomi Gorringe went big on every first hit making the judges take note. Halfpipe riding is in good hands with this group of riders—this being the first pipe events for many of the team.”
“We had great runs from all our riders and I think this was an eye opener for many of our riders that they have the skills for this discipline,” said Gilbert.
SVSEF Athlete Results
Woodward Park City Halfpipe 1:
BREAKER BOYS 13-14
3rd Rylan Olson
BREAKER GIRLS 13-14
3rd Camille Armeen
4th Vivian Smith
YOUTH MEN 15-16
7th Henry Georgiades
8th Charlie Theobald
YOUTH WOMEN 15-16
1st Naomi Gorringe
Woodward Park City Halfpipe 2:
BREAKER BOYS 13-14
3rd Rylan Olson
BREAKER GIRLS 13-14
3rd Camille Armeen
4th Vivian Smith
YOUTH MEN 15-16
5th Charlie Theobald
6th Bixby Swanger
7th Henry Georgiades
YOUTH WOMEN 15-16
1st Naomi Gorringe
Slopestyle in Park City is known to be a showcase for great park riding and this weekend was no different. It was a great event for the Sun Valley Snowboard Team as they showed their hard work places them in the mix with the PC “Park Rats!”
“SVSEF Snowboarders in the Youth Men’s division are on the rise, linking tricks and putting together creative runs that are starting to get the attention of the judges in the series,” said Gilbert. “Charlie Theobald, Henry Georgiades and Bixby Swanger will be riders to watch as the series moves on.”
Karsen Miller grabbed third place in the Junior Men’s Division 17-18 with a Half Cab, front 360, back 360 combo. Uzzi Almaras had the best park runs his coaches can remember, stepping up to bigger jumps and rails with confidence and landed just off the podium in fourth—a great result for him.
“On the Women’s side, we saw some great riding and a ton to work with moving forward,” said Gilbert. Camille Armeen had Backside 360’s on lock; a small loss of speed on a rail feature kept her just off the podium in fourth. Viv Smith went smooth and big on the straight airs linking her runs and ending up in third. Naomi Gorringe is pushing toward very difficult runs and is still fine tuning linking it all together—she grabbed a silver medal in the Youth Women’s division 15-16. “All-in-all a solid day in Slopestyle for the squad.”
Woodward Park City Slopestyle:
BREAKER GIRLS 13-14
3rd Vivian Smith
4th Camille Armeen
YOUTH MEN 15-16
12th Charlie Theobald
14th Henry Georgiades
15th Bixby Swanger
YOUTH WOMEN 15-16
2nd Naomi Gorringe
JUNIOR MEN 17-18
3rd Karsen Miller
4th Uzziel Almaras
Up next for the SVSEF Snowboard Team is the USASA Big Mountain West Series when it rolls into Dollar Mountain at Sun Valley Jan. 30 - Feb 2.
For more information and results, visit: https://www.usasa.org/regional/events/?season=2025&series=big-mountain-west-series&month=all&discipline=all
SVSEF Cross Country Teams at Soldier Hollow Super Qualifier & RMISA Ute Invitational
Alumni represent at collegiate level while younger athletes embrace learning opportunities
This past weekend the SVSEF Cross Country teams had 50 athletes, U12 Prep Team through Gold Team, competing at the Soldier Hollow Nordic Center Olympic venue in Midway, UT. Organizers of the Soldier Hollow Super Qualifier and Rocky Mountain Intercollegiate Ski Association (RMISA) Ute Invitational put together new challenging courses alongside the new lodge and infrastructure, which will host the upcoming Junior Nationals in March 2025.
“This was one of the biggest events ever assembled for cross country with more than 700 athletes from Western Junior clubs and collegiate programs attending,” said Chris Mallory, SVSEF Cross Country Comp Team Head Coach. “There were many personal bests out there, but some standout performances came from Tait Boschen (U16) and Cora Faye Scott (U18) who placed third in the Classic races; and three U18/20 junior girls, Sammy Smith (US Ski Team), Molly Maybach, and Cora Faye Scott in the top seven of the Skate Sprint qualifier.
In a stacked field of the top Western collegiate athletes, SVSEF Cross Country Alumni made their mark in Saturday’s RMISA Open Classic 7.5k race. Current SVSEF XC Gold Team member Peter Wolter placed fifth, while John Steel Hagenbuch who is now racing for Dartmouth College and the U.S. Cross Country Ski Team took eighth. University of Denver’s Elijah Weenig placed 18th.
“For our younger Prep Team athletes at their first Junior National Qualifier to have this unique opportunity and race alongside seasoned athletes was an invaluable experience,” said Becky Flynn, SVSEF Cross Country Program Director. “From prepping skis, to nutrition and hydration tips, to strategizing on how to race the courses, this kind of peer-to-peer mentorship stamps experience and memories in the minds of these young athletes, that they will always remember and turn to.”
For complete results, please visit: https://www.muddydogsports.com/home
For detailed event information, please visit: https://utaholympiclegacy.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Invitation-SuperQ_Ute-Invite-2025_1_17_25.pdf
SVSEF Alpine Athletes Represent Western Region at National U16 Project in Burke, VT
Tucker Reimund qualifies for Alpe Cimbra FIS Children Cup in Italy
Five members of the SVSEF Alpine U16 Team were selected to represent the Western Region for the 2025 Burke National Performance Series (NPS) U16 project, which took place Jan. 3-10 in Burke, VT. At the conclusion of the project, Tucker Reimund’s results qualified him for the Alpe Cimbra FIS Children Cup in Folaria, Italy from Jan 31-Feb 8.
This is the sixth season for the Burke NPS U16 project, which brings together a national U16 peer group to provide increased peer-group intensity for U16s through head-to-head training and competition, and to bring U16s from each region together for national exposure and team-building. Ten athletes per gender from each of the three U.S. Ski & Snowboard regions (Western, Rocky/Central, Eastern) are invited to the project and all regions collectively do everything together from meals, conditioning, ski prep, meetings, and all on-snow activities.
Based on specific project selection criteria, SVSEF’s Anna Taylor, Ava Huey, Conway Selznick, Huxley Flood, and Tucker Reimund represented the Western Region at Burke with SVSEF Alpine U16 Assistant Coach, Nik Angriman.
The athletes had four days of training and four races including two GS and two SL. Right from the get-go at on-snow training, the athletes were dealt a brutal east coast weather pattern with temperatures dropping into the negatives, along with wind chill, snow, and humidity making for some challenging conditions.
“I felt our group was in a good place and having a great experience,” said Nik Angriman, SVSEF Alpine U16 Assistant Coach. “Personally, I think this opportunity for our athletes goes far beyond the results. In ski racing, one of the most important things is to learn how to adapt—in different snow and weather conditions, at different venues, courses, environments, etc.”
At Burke, the athletes were tested through all of this, and as Angriman told the athletes, “I’m really proud of ALL of them for how they challenged themselves, how they stepped out of their comfort zone, and for how they acted on and off the hill. These are little steps but with a huge relevance to grow as an athlete and as a person.”
At the end of the four races, Tucker Reimund’s results qualified him for the Alpe Cimbra FIS Children Cup, Folgaria, ITA, from January 31 to February 8. The USA quota is three boys and three girls. Reimund placed sixth and 12th in GS and fourth and sixth in SL. The Alpe Cimbra FIS Children Cup is an international race series that brings together 800 of the best U16s from all over the world.
Additional SVSEF Athlete Results at Burke NPS:
- Anna Taylor 13th and 15th GS, 9th in SL
- Ava Huey 15th and 26th in GS, 23th and 19th in SL
- Conway Selznick 12th and 17th in GS, 24th and 20th in SL
- Huxley Flood 15th in SL
SVSEF Alpine U14 IMD Team Takes On Snow King, WY
Season kicks into high gear with first away race of the season
The SVSEF U14 IMD Alpine Team had its first away race of the season Jan. 10-12 at Snow King, WY. Alpine U14 ski racing athletes from across the Intermountain Division competed in one GS and two SL races and at the end of three days of racing, Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation’s U14 IMD team brought home one podium for the girls and four for the boys.
“It was a memorable first weekend of racing to kick off the U14 IMD Season!” said Charlotte Gourlay, SVSEF Alpine U14 IMD Head Coach. “We had a ton of great results and lots of kids stepping up their game in a whole new circuit. It is often challenging to step into that first start gate of the year, but all of the athletes charged through their nerves and will be even more prepared for their next race series. Big congratulations to all the athletes over the weekend.”
In Friday’s GS for the girls, Savannah Pringle was the top SVSEF athlete with an eighth place, and Henry Questad and Cam Beck both landed on the podium in third and fourth respectively for the boys.
In Saturday's SL race, Savannah Pringle was on the podium placing fifth and Henry Questad brought home the bronze.
In Sunday’s SL race, Cami Reid was the top girl for SVSEF placing thirteenth and Corbin Flood placed fourth on the podium, with Cam Beck coming in seventh.
SVSEF Athlete Results:
U14 Girls GS Jan 10
- 8th Savannah Pringle
- 10th Piper Spengler
U14 Boys GS Jan 10
- 3rd Henry Questad
- 4th Cam Beck
U14 Girls SL Jan 11
- 5th Savannah Pringle
- 9th Cami Reid
U14 Boys SL Jan 11
- 3rd Henry Questad
- 11th Thijs Lloyd
- 12th Cam Beck
U14 Girls SL Jan 12
- 13th Cami Reid
- 14th Piper Spengler
U14 Boys SL Jan 12
- 4th Corbin Flood
- 7th Cam Beck
- 11th Thijs Lloyd
For complete U14 IMD race results, click on this link and go to the U14 Series button: https://imdalpine.org/race-results/
SVSEF Alpine North Series Team Shines at First Away Race of the Season
Alpine U12 ski racing athletes from across the Intermountain Division descended on Grand Targhee Jan. 11-12 for the North Series Giant Slalom (GS) races. At the end of two days of racing, Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation’s U12 North Series team brought home two podium spots for the girls and three for the boys.
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1st Alta Questad
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6th Sophie Robins
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7th Presley Jensen
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8th Hope Lloyd
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10th Marie McNeal
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3rd Alex Grant
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7th Chase Martens
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10th Asa Sattler
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1st Alta Questad
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6th Sophie Robins
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7th Hope Lloyd
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8th Presley Jensen
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10th Marie McNeal
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1st Alex Grant
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3rd Halsten Bruun
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8th Asa Sattler
SVSEF Cross Country Program to Host First Annual Après Snowmaker Fundraiser
Event on Jan. 11 supports SVSEF XC’s community-wide impact and programming
The Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation’s Cross Country Program (SVSEF XC) is hosting its first annual Après Snowmaker Fundraiser on Saturday, Jan. 11 at the Sage School Barn in Hailey, ID. The event hopes to bring together the broader cross country skiing community in support of both SVSEF XC programs and the community-wide operations that also support the Lake Creek Trail System.
SVSEF XC is an integral part of the cross country skiing community—building and inspiring current and next generations of skiers, and bringing the local community together in a myriad of ways.
“SVSEF XC touches just about every aspect of our local cross country skiing culture,” said Becky Flynn, SVSEF XC Program Director. “For more than 50 years, the SVSEF cross country program has been committed to elevating cross country skiing in our valley. We are a team of teams that celebrates the unique culture and traditions of the sport, we believe in mentorship across the generations, and we hold a strong sense of responsibility to give back to our community in ways that lend value, fun, and inspiration for those around us.”
What truly sets SVSEF XC apart is its role in shaping the future by supporting and engaging the community through tangible opportunities such as:
- Hosting special events including FIS-sanctioned races that bring the world to Sun Valley, and celebratory gatherings to celebrate the sport, its history, and its traditions.
- Grooming and maintaining the Lake Creek Trail system, in cooperation with BCRD.
- Presenting guest lectures and instruction open to the broader community.
- Serving as a community land partner with the BLM, US Forest Service, and BCRD.
- Providing logistical and volunteer support for iconic events like the Boulder Mountain Tour.
- Inspiring our valley’s youth to participate and celebrate cross country skiing and the active lifestyle and lifelong sport it presents.
Tickets are on sale now for the Après Snowmaker Fundraiser—a night to connect, celebrate, and give back to what makes cross country skiing in our valley so special. Participation supports the invaluable resources that sustain our sport and ensures that the cross country traditions we cherish continue to thrive for generations to come. This special event will honor the past, celebrate the present, and invest in the future of cross country skiing in Sun Valley.
Tickets to the event are $150.00 each and include heavy hors d’oeuvres, beer, and wine during the two-hour event, which will be held on Saturday, Jan. 11 from 5-7 p.m. at The Sage School Barn in Hailey. Tickets also include a free entry to the Snowmaker Classic Cross Country Ski Race, hosted by SVSEF XC earlier the same day at Lake Creek in Ketchum.
Raffle tickets are available online for $100.00 each through Friday, Jan. 10 at midnight. Winners will be drawn at 7 p.m. on Jan. 11 during the event for a Salomon Skis/Boots/Poles Package along with a Bjorn Daehlie Jacket, and a One-Month Membership to Zenergy Health Club & Spa including an 80-Minute Spa Treatment. Winners need not be present to win.
Supporting sponsors include Salomon, Bjorn Daehlie, Zenergy, Idaho Mud, and Elephant’s Perch.
For more information and to buy event and/or raffle tickets, please visit SVSEF XC Après Snowmaker Fundraiser.
Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation Gearing Up for 59th Season
2024-25 local event calendar welcomes opportunities for community and competition
SUN VALLEY, Idaho – November 20, 2024 – SVSEF is heading into the 2024-25 season with nearly 900 athletes on 31 teams across seven disciplines including Alpine, Big Mountain, Cross Country, Freeski, Freestyle, Mini X, and Snowboarding. While teams also travel to compete regionally, nationally, and even internationally throughout the season, there are several local events on the calendar slated to be held at Sun Valley, Lake Creek, and Rotarun Ski Area.
Thirteen (13) SVSEF alumni have been named to the U.S. National Teams in 2024-25:
- Chase Josey, U.S. Snowboard Halfpipe Team (SVSEF Snowboarding Alum)
- Colin Hanna, U.S. Alpine Development/NorAm Team (SVSEF Alpine Alum)
- Dasha Romanov, U.S. Alpine C/Europa Cup Team (SVSEF Alpine Alum)
- Finnigan Donley, U.S. Alpine Development/NorAm Team (SVSEF Alum)
- Jack Smith, U.S. Alpine C/Europa Cup Team (SVSEF Alpine Alum)
- Jake Adicoff, U.S. ParaNordic Team (SVSEF XC Gold Team)
- Jesse Keefe, U.S. ParaAlpine A Team (SVSEF Alpine Alum)
- John Steel Hagenbuch, U.S. Cross Country B Team (SVSEF XC Alum)
- Kevin Bolger, U.S. Cross Country B Team (SVSEF XC Alum)
- Paige DeHart, U.S. Alpine Development/NorAm Team (SVSEF Alpine Alum)
- Ryder Sarchett, U.S. Alpine C/Europa Cup Team (SVSEF Alpine Alum)
- Sammy Smith, U.S. Cross Country (A) Team ( SVSEF XC Alum)
- Sydney Palmer-Leger, U.S. Cross Country B Team (SVSEF XC Alum)
SVSEF will host several events/competitions in 2024-25, including but not limited to the following. All dates are subject to change.
Alpine
- Nov 23-27 Pre-Thanksgiving Training Camp at Sun Valley
- Feb 7-9 34th Annual Laura Flood Memorial Race at Sun Valley (U16)
- Feb 22-23 Monroe Cup at Rotarun (hosted by SVSEF)
- Feb 17 Arkoosh Cup at Rotarun (hosted by Rotarun)
- Mar 22-27 Audi FIS Ski World Cup Finals (hosted by Sun Valley)
- Mar 30 8th Annual Gary Black, Jr. Memorial Race at Sun Valley
Cross Country
- Dec 21 Winter Start at Lake Creek
- Dec 28 Holiday Bonfire at Lake Creek
- Jan 11 Snowmaker Classic at Lake Creek
- Jan 30 Ketchum NordicTown Sprints in Downtown Ketchum
- Feb 1 Boulder Mountain Tour (SVSEF not host, but athletes compete)
- Feb 15 Quigley Cup at Quigley Nordic Center
- Feb 20-23 Intermountain Division (IMD) Jr Natls Qual. (JNQ) at Lake Creek
- March 8 Cross Country Devo Festival at Lake Creek
Freeski
- Feb 1-2 USASA Slopestyle Big Mountain West, Dollar
Freestyle
- Jan 25-26 Freestyle Spectacular at Roundhouse, Sun Valley
- Feb 8-9 Roundhouse Rumble at Roundhouse, Sun Valley
Snowboarding
- Jan 30-Feb 2 USASA Slopestyle and Boardercross Big Mountain West, Dollar
Special / Fundraising Events
- Dec 13 48th Annual Wild Game Dinner at The Argyros
- Jan 11 Cross Country Après Snowmaker Fundraiser at Sage School
- Apr 3-5 26th Annual Janss Pro-Am Classic at Sun Valley
About Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation
Since its inception in 1966, the Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation has been a longstanding pillar in the community, providing snowsport programs and offering academic assistance to support student-athletes in reaching their highest potential. SVSEF offers an array of programs for athletes ages five and up, from learn-to-ski and ride through FIS and other national and international-level competition. The organization offers financial assistance to families, so that anyone who wishes to may participate. For more information, please visit svsef.org.
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Media Contact:
Heather Foster
Director of Strategic Communications & Development
hfoster@svsef.org
48th Annual Wild Game Dinner Fuels Opportunity for Youth of the Wood River Valley
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
48th Annual Wild Game Dinner Fuels Opportunity for Youth of the Wood River Valley
Acclaimed chefs Britt Rescigno and Kinsey Leodler to highlight wild game culinary experience
SUN VALLEY, Idaho – October 14, 2024 – Tickets are on sale for the SVSEF Wild Game Dinner, presented by Northside Capital Management. The event will take place on Friday, Dec. 13 at The Argyros Performing Arts Center in Ketchum. All tickets to the event include the “Pre-Game” reception presented by Stoke Tracks to kick-off the evening's festivities, followed by a savory wild game feast prepared by Britt Rescigno and Kinsey Leodler, the powerhouse team behind Fiamma, a new culinary venture set to open in Ketchum in 2025.
“The Wild Game Dinner holds a special place in the heart of the ski club and for so many in our community,” said SVSEF Executive Director, Scott McGrew. “It’s a time to gather and share stories of impact and inspiration, while raising critical funds to ensure families up and down the valley participate and have access to the experiences we offer.”
The Wild Game Dinner directly supports SVSEF’s mission to provide exceptional snowsport programs, and specifically, the ability to grant more than $500,000 annually in financial aid to athletes across all ages and all programs. Funds are raised through the Wild Game Dinner via sponsorship, ticket sales, a live auction, and a paddle raise.
“Northside is honored to sponsor the SVSEF Wild Game Dinner!,” said Jim DeWolfe, Managing Member, Northside Capital Management. “We have a long history of support and involvement with SVSEF and believe the coaches and staff play a crucial role in developing the youth of our Valley into incredible life citizens. We have seen it in our own children and countless athletes across the SVSEF disciplines.”
“The work ethic and dedication required of our winter sports provide a critical backbone to long-term personal development,” said DeWolfe. “Northside is committed to community engagement, and thankful to Scott McGrew, the coaches and staff, volunteers, and Directors for their tireless efforts.”
“What we do is so much bigger than sport,” said McGrew. “Our job is to plant the seed of confidence and to nurture the potential in our children. The generosity we see through the Wild Game Dinner allows us to make sure any families who want to participate can participate. Regardless of whether a child goes on to compete on the world stage, or pivots along the way, What matters is that they develop the courage, confidence, and humility to make an impact on the world. An impact that likely has nothing (and everything) to do with a perfect turn, a graceful cork 9, or a classic stride.”
New this year, the Wild Game Dinner will feature the Hunter’s Draw Raffle. Exclusive prize bundles will be up for grabs, each packed with a minimum $1,500 and up to $3,000 value in gift cards and experiences from various partners and businesses. A “Stylin’ in Sun Valley” package awards the winner with a shopping spree at various fashion and home retailers, while the “Taste the Best of the Valley” package provides the chance to enjoy several favorite local restaurants. Other prizes include a Zenergy Health Club Membership, a “Gear Up for Adventure” package, a “City of Trees Getaway” package, and more. Plus, there’s an opportunity to fill your freezer with premium cuts from Hyndman Peak Beef & Cattle Co.
The Wild Game Dinner Live Auction will have those with a love of travel and adventure ready to raise their paddles. A few highlights include four nights of adventure for four in the French Alps at Eleven’s Chalet Pelerin, nestled in the Tarentaise Valley above the charming village of Le Miroir; an afternoon of snowshoeing or cross country skiing before a Private Full Moon Wine Dinner for 12 at Galena Lodge with Cornell Vineyards; a Carmel-by-the-Sea Wine Crush Getaway to La Playa Hotel; and a Desert Oasis Escape to The Scott Resort & Spa in Scottsdale to catch Spring Training. In addition, Ciao Bambino, Aero, and Auberge Resorts’ Chileno Bay Resort and Residences have teamed up to whisk a winner off to Mexico.
Absentee (proxy) bidding will be available for this year’s live auction, and those interested in bidding from afar can register to do so at the event’s website and Live Auction Preview here: https://svsefwildgamedinner.afrogs.org/#/pages/24025/
Tickets and tables are available for purchase online through the following link: https://svsefwildgamedinner.afrogs.org/
- Reserved Farm Table for Sixteen = $5,350
- Reserved Farm Table for Eight = $2,800
- Individual Ticket = $300
For event schedule and further details about this year's Wild Game Dinner, please visit this EVENT DETAILS page.
Local businesses interested in sponsoring the Wild Game Dinner or contributing via product or service in-kind opportunities to the event or the raffle, please visit SVSEF.org or contact Heather Foster at heather@svsef.org.
About the SVSEF Wild Game Dinner
For the past 47 years, friends, families, and community members have gathered each fall to celebrate SVSEF’s impact on the youth of the Wood River Valley, to imagine the possibilities for the season ahead, and to support SVSEF's Athlete Financial Aid Program through the Wild Game Dinner. Sponsors of the 2024 Wild Game Dinner include Presenting Sponsor Northside Capital Management; Pre-Game Sponsor Stoke Tracks; Base Camp Sponsors Idaho First Bank and Sturtevants of Sun Valley; and Whitetail Sponsors PK’s Ski & Sports, Scout Wine + Cheese, and Ciao Bambino. Wild Game Dinner Partners include: Fiamma, Mountain Pride, American Ostrich Farms, Lava Lake Lamb, Shoemaker Bison Ranch, Charlie’s Produce, Hyndman Peak Beef & Cattle Co., and Roots Wine Bar & Bottle Shop.
About Northside Capital Management
Northside is a Registered Investment Advisor that builds custom portfolios of strategies and securities across the global investment spectrum. Our clients include family offices, high net worth individuals, foundations, endowments, and corporations. Northside has operated in Ketchum since 2005, and also has other offices in Oregon and California. Our mission is to bring decades of capital markets and risk management experience, as well as detailed investment research to the benefit of our clients. Northside builds tailored portfolios that recognize the unique investment objectives, risk tolerance, and circumstances of each client. We are proud to have a long-standing relationship with the Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation as parents and volunteers. To learn more, please visit https://northsidecap.com/.
About Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation
Since its inception in 1966, the Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation has been a longstanding pillar in the community, providing snowsport programs and offering academic assistance to support student-athletes in reaching their highest potential. SVSEF offers an array of programs for athletes ages five and up, from learn-to-ski and ride through FIS and other national and international-level competition. The organization offers financial assistance to families, so that anyone who wishes to may participate. For more information, please visit svsef.org.
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Registration Now Open for 46th Annual Baldy Hill Climb
Hike, Run or Race in Support of Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation
Online registration is now open for the 46th Annual Baldy Hill Climb, which will be held on Saturday, Sept. 28. For the past 45 years, come rain, sun, or even snow, runners and hikers have made their way up Bald Mountain in support of Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation (SVSEF) cross country programming.
“The Baldy Hill Climb holds a special place in the heart of our cross country teams,” said Kelley Yeates, SVSEF’s Cross Country Assistant Program Director. “It’s all hands on deck with our coaches, families, and athletes of all ages—many volunteering their time to help with the event and others conquering the hill climb to test their summer training in anticipation of the ski season ahead. ”
Organized by the SVSEF Cross Country Ski Teams, the course challenges participants to a grueling 1.86 miles and 3,140 vertical feet—straight up from the bottom of Warm Springs to the summit of Bald Mountain at 9,020 feet. All participants receive a collectible event t-shirt and a refuel at the summit aid station. In addition, and in partnership with Sun Valley Company, participants receive a much-deserved ride down on the Challenger Lift after they finish.
“The Baldy Hill Climb marks the beginning of a new season for our cross country athletes,” said Becky Flynn, SVSEF’s Cross Country Program Director. “It’s so inspiring to see our community come together to enjoy an awesome hike, run, or race up Baldy in support of our programming from our youngest XC Striders to our athletes on the XC Gold Team competing on the world stage.”
“We are so grateful for our partnership with Sun Valley Company and all they do for SVSEF—we wouldn't be where we are today without their belief in and commitment to our programs,” added Flynn. ”We also owe a special thank you to Olin Glenne and Sturtevant's for their title sponsorship—they are so incredibly generous across our entire community and we couldn't be more appreciative for their support.”
A $100 bonus is on the line in the race division for those who set a new course record. Morgan Arritola is the only woman to have beat the forty-minute mark in the history of the Baldy Hill Climb—she holds the women’s record set in 2010 at 39:51. Miles Havlick holds the men’s record with a time of 35:04, set in 2014.
IMPORTANT PARKING/SHUTTLE INFORMATION:
The Warm Springs and Upper Greyhawk lots will be closed due to construction.
Participants are encouraged to please carpool or utilize Mountain Rides from the YMCA. The Mountain Rides Blue Line departs every 30 minutes from the YMCA, with the first bus departing at 7:53 a.m. and arriving at the base of Warm Springs at 7:58 a.m. Please visit Mountain Rides Blue Line Schedule for any updates.
There is limited parking along the adjacent neighborhood streets. Please do not park in any areas marked with “No Parking” signs.
EVENT SCHEDULE:
Friday, September 27th
3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Packet Pick-Up at Sturtevants, 340 N. Main Street, Ketchum
Saturday, September 28th
8:00 - 8:45 a.m. Check-In/Packet Pick-Up at base of Warm Springs
8:30 a.m. Kinder Climb Start: Free for kids 11 years and under. No pre-registration.
9:00 a.m. Hike Start
10:00 a.m. Race Start
12:00 p.m. Awards at the summit
Online registration closes on Thursday, Sept. 26 at 11:59 p.m. There is no race day registration. Uphill lift service will NOT be available.
Thank you to title sponsor Sturtevants and lead partner Sun Valley Company, along with our supporting sponsors Durance Cycleworks, Salomon, Coxa Carry, Backwoods Mountain Sports, Elephant’s Perch, and Boulder Mountain Clayworks.