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SAVE THE DATE! Halloween is just around the corner, and we’re brewing up a good deal!  Halloween Lift Tickets are unrestricted lift tickets that are fully transferable and can be used by any guest on any day during the 2026-2027 season.

Sale starts: Oct. 27th, 2026

Sale ends: Nov. 5th, 2026 @ NOON or until limited quantities sell out.

https://www.welchvillage.com/daily-tickets.cfm

We are looking for passionate skiers and snowboarders who want to give back to their community! Join us this winter and be a part of the 300+ individuals that help get participants out on the hill. The time commitment includes pre-season training (Dryland in November and 2 Days in December). During the season, you volunteer weekly at the same day/time/location for the duration of the season. We pair students up with volunteers, so this way you can stay with the same student throughout the season.  Our lessons take place: Mondays at Hyland Hills, January 11-March 1, 6:00PM-8:00PM Wednesdays at Hyland Hills, January 13-March 3,  6:00PM-8:00PM Saturdays at Afton Alps, January 9-February 27, 9:30AM-11:30AM Saturdays at Hyland Hills, January 9-February 27, 9:00AM - 12:30PM Sundays at Trollhaugen, January 10-February 28, 12:30PM-3:30PM In addition to weekly lessons, volunteers are also needed to support clinics throughout the season. You can sign up to support weekly lessons, clinics, or both! Interested in learning more about the program, please visit CKRI Ski & Snowboard website , reach out to us at ckriskisnowboard@allina.com or call 612-775-2729 or apply today by clicking below.

 

Become a Volunteer

 

The SkiHawks extend a warm welcome to The Ski Monster, a brand-new ski shop that just opened a location Plymouth MN at 13705 26th Ave N. Suite 120, which is roughly Highways 55 and I 494. Directions.

The Ski Monster was founded by MN native George Michaelsen in 2007 and opened its first store in Boston in 2014.  George grew up skiing and racing at Buck Hill and is now back in MN to open his 2^nd store in Plymouth.

Ski boot fitting is a huge part of what the Ski Monster is known for.  Their approach starts with understanding how you ski, then looking at your feet, mobility and what you need form the boot before deciding what actually fits. 

They also do custom footbeds, liner and shell molding, punches, stretches and other modifications — including work on boots not purchased from them. Learn more about The Ski Monster's Twin Cities ski boot fitting.

And don't forget about Skis.  The Ski Monster's selection is second to none in the Twin Cities.

The Ski Monster is planning its Grand Opening on Nov. 7^th.  Stay tuned for details.

We also want to thank The Ski Monster for the generous Grand Prize donation they made for Kick-Off.  If you haven’t signed up for Saturday's Kick-Off, do it now.  You will want to be part of this drawing.

2027 Winter Carnival

Giants Ridge

January 22-24, 2027

SIGN UP EARLY

There are 56 seats on the bus.  Don’t wait too long, this will fill up early!

• ·       Includes bus, lodging in the Giant’s Ridge Condos, music Friday night, Saturday wine party, Saturday night buffet plus short program, Saturday night bus to town or, spend Saturday evening at the bars and restaurants at the lodge.
• ·       1BR, 2BR and 3BR options available.

Sign Up by Using WeTravel through this link:

https://www.wetravel.com/trips/msc-winter-carnival-2027-midwest-sport-ski-council-5178511180

To ensure all waivers and package options are captured accurately, please register one person at a time.  If you are booking for multiple people, kindly complete a separate checkout for each traveler. 

Bussing up to 56 people – lodging up to (estimated) 73 people –discount (estimated) $50 for driving after the bus has been filled.  Book early to get on the bus.  About a 3-hour trip!

Giants Ridge is on the Icon pass as a partner resort. 

**This is an MSC Sponsored Event

Feel free to contact the Co-Hosts below with any questions:

Dave Scheer – Ski Hawks – 651-332-3968 - bludog1999@gmail.com

Tony Zantua – Ski Hawks – 651-253-6842 – an_zantua@comcast.net

Join us on Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Jameson's Irish Tavern in St. Paul to gather with other members or check out the club.  There will be great food and drinks in a beautiful event space.  Mark calendar and register for the event:  Register Here.  Hope to see you there!

Imagine carving your way through the breathtaking Dolomites, skiing one of the world’s most iconic ski circuits, then ending your day with incredible Italian food, live music, and a relaxing spa. ✨ March 5 to 16, 2027, join us for an unforgettable adventure. Learn more or Register Here.

The MN SkiHawks are pleased to have a dedicated club link to purchase an Epic Pass. While the price is the same as offered on the official Epic website, the SkiHawks receive a small % of the purchase price back. 

 https://www.sportsamerica.com/epic-MNSkiHawks

We are excited to announce exclusive club pricing for the 26/27 Ikon Pass Products for MN Skihawk members using this link:  https://www.sportsamerica.com/ikon-MNSkiHawks   

This also applies to people that are RENEWING their Ikon Pass. Club pricing is still even better than renewal pricing.

You must be a member to receive this discount.  The password will be sent in the member newsletter.  

It's ski swap time again.  If you are looking to upgrade your equipment or to sell the stuff you do not sell, now's the time.  Buck Hill and Trollhaugen have announced the first ski swaps of the season!

Buck Hill will be accepting gear for sale on Sun. Sept. 21 and Thurs. Sept. 25 from 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm.

Sale dates and times are:

• Fri. Sept. 26 from 2:00pm - 9:00.pm.  (1st. Tracks at noon with admission.) 
• Sat. Sept. 27 from 9.:00am  - 8:00pm.  
• Sun. Sept. 28 from 10:00am - noon. 

Trollhaugen will be accepting gear for sale on Wed. Oct. 1, Thurs. Oct. 2 and Fri. Oct. 3 from noon - 5:30pm. 

Sale dates and times:

• Sat. Oct. 4 from 10:00am - 4:00.pm. 
• Sun. Oct 5 from 11.:00am  - 4:00pm.                                                               

More information can be found with Google.

The Midwest Sport/Ski Council www.mnski.org, offers people with hearing impairment the opportunity to learn how to downhill ski and snowboard.  The Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) Learn to Ski/Snowboard Program for beginning to intermediate skiers, promotes self-confidence, physical activity, and skill set development.

We need your help.  Last season we brought the joy of snow sports to a record 60 students.  Our next classes start Sunday, Jan 12, 2025, and run five consecutive weeks from 9-11am. 

The program takes place at Hyland Hills Ski Area in Bloomington.  Equipment & lift tickets are provided for students at minimal cost, and lift tickets are free for qualified instructors who have completed the mandatory training clinic. The people involved in this program donate their time for teaching and other assistance as needed; non-council people are also welcome. There are many rewards for program participants, including the students’ smiles as they discover that they too can enjoy the sport of skiing and snowboarding.  We do not require your attendance at all sessions.

The training program for new instructors consists of two clinics.  Certification is not required; participants are taught step-by-step methods in the art of teaching people to ski/snowboard.  In addition, these clinics will substantially develop your own skiing skills.  Anyone with intermediate or better ability may qualify as an instructor.

Depending on the student’s level, there is one instructor per student, or there may be up to four students with two instructors assigned to each group.  Interpreters will be available on the hill to provide assistance during the lessons.

People with rusty or beginner skiing skills are welcome in the program, and at the clinic. These folks can be used in other areas of the program while they improve their skills to the point that they are capable of instructing.

Your prompt response is greatly appreciated so we know our capacity for student enrollment.

Training dates will be determined once Hyland is fully opened.

Jerry Schuster

MSC President

952-888-0860

MSC DHH 2024-25 Instructors Flyer.pdf