Ski patrol holds fundraiser party
Big Mountain Ski Patrol’s annual fundraiser party takes place Monday.
The event starts at 5 p.m. at the Bierstube at Whitefish Mountain Resort. Moonshine Mountain Band is providing the music; the event also features a raffle and silent auction that includes custom Montana Ski Co. skis, women’s Salomon skis, a transceiver, a pair of Smith goggles and more.
There is no cover charge.
The fundraiser benefits Big Mountain Ski Patrol’s avalanche classes, wilderness medicine and avalanche education scholarships. The nonprofit organization is operated by members of the ski patrol at Whitefish Mountain Resort and was founded to provide educational opportunities for community members interested in furthering their first-aid and avalanche education.
For more information about the fundraiser or Big Mountain Ski Patrol, call 862-2940 or visit www.bigmountainskipatrol.org.