MN SkiHawks News

26/27 Epic Pass available through SkiHawks

David Scheibel — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 21:40:27 GMT

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

Exclusive Club pricing for 26/27 IKON Pass

Pat Cahoon — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:57:59 GMT

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.

Trollhaugen Ski Area - Ski Demo Days - 3/7 & 3/8

Tony Zantua — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 21:47:51 GMT

Head on out to #Trollhaugen on March 7th + 8th from 10am – 3pm to test skis & boards from the industry’s top brands…for free! Thanks to the Trollhaugen Ski & Board Shop for hosting Demo Days, SKOL!

Lift tickets $68 on those days.

SKI BRANDS: Atomic, Salomon, Armada, Volkl, Head
BOARD BRANDS: Nitro, Salomon, Ride

Spirit Mountain Discount Lift Tickets

Lisa Moncrief — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:26:41 GMT

If anyone is interested in a great deal to Spirit Mountain; see the below link $47 rather than $94 for an adult lift ticket. There is also a discounted rental package available.

Buy Now

Courage Kenny Ski & Snowboard - Volunteers needed to teach adaptive lessons to skiers and snowboarders with disabilities

Lisa Moncrief — Mon, 06 Oct 2025 00:34:07 GMT

One of the largest adaptive ski and snowboard programs in the country, Courage Kenny Ski and Snowboard provides more than 800 lessons per year at seven sites across Minnesota and Wisconsin and is supported by 300+ volunteer instructors. Experienced skiers and boarders are needed as volunteer instructors. All volunteers receive instruction on adaptive equipment and techniques for teaching skiers and boarders with disabilities.

You’ll have fun, make new friends, and introduce someone with a disability to the world of snow sports, an activity they probably never dreamed they could do. Our program continues to grow which means each year we place athletes on a waitlist due to lack of instructors.

Our lessons take place:

Monday evenings at Hyland Hills 6-8PM
Wednesday evenings at Hyland Hills 6-8PM
Saturday mornings at Afton Alps 9:30-11:30AM
Saturday mornings at Hyland Hills 9AM - 12:30PM
Sunday afternoons at Trollhaugen 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!

Learn to Ski/Ride Community Clinics
- Hyland Hills – Saturday 9:00AM -12:30PM Feb 7
- Hyland Hills – Wednesday 6:00-8:00PM Feb 18
- Afton Alps – Saturday 9:30 -11:30AM Feb 28
VA Learn to Ski/Ride Clinics
- Hyland Hills – Tuesday 4:00-6:00PM Feb 10
- Hyland Hills – Tuesday 4:00-6:00PM Feb 24

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

You're invited!
Courage Kenny Adaptive Ski & Snowboard Open House
Come learn more and meet the team

Come meet the incredible CKRI staff, dedicated volunteers, and enthusiastic athletes who make our adaptive ski and snowboard program truly exceptional. All are welcome!

When: Tuesday, Oct. 7 from 5:30-8pm
Where: Wooden Hill Brewery (7421 Bush Lake Rd, Edina, MN 55439)

Click here to RSVP today

If you know anyone else that might be interested volunteering, please share this email!

Welch Village - Up to 25% off 2025/26 Lift Tickets!

Tony Zantua — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 13:07:04 GMT

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 2025-2026 season.

Sale starts: Oct. 27th, 2025

Sale ends: Nov. 5th, 2025 @ NOON or until limited quantities sell out.

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

Ski Swaps

Greg Grebinowski — Thu, 14 Aug 2025 00:29:12 GMT

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.

MSC DHH Learn to Ski/Snowboard Program

Lisa Moncrief — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:26:12 GMT

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

Mt Bachelor

Pat Cahoon — Tue, 12 Nov 2024 18:18:01 GMT

Big news, Mt Bachelor is opening this Friday. This will be the earliest opening since 1998 thanks to over 40 inches of early season snow with more on the way.

Are you still on the fence for joining the MN Skihawk's Mt. Bachelor Trip January 25-Feb 1? You have until November 25th to register.

You can register on our web Site: https://www.mnskihawks.org/event-5762097

MSC Meet'n Ski at Spirit Mountain

Pat Cahoon — Mon, 30 Sep 2024 14:18:29 GMT

MSC is hosting a Meet'n Ski February 8, 2025, at Spirit Mountain Recreation Area in Duluth MN. Click here for more details how to register. Contact Paul Benkufsky, Trip Leader at pb3942@hotmail.com with any questions.

MSC Winter Carnival - is back for 2025!

Pat Cahoon — Mon, 30 Sep 2024 14:17:27 GMT

The MSC will be holding Winter Carnival January 09-12, 2025, at Snowriver Mountain Resort in Wakefield MI. Check out the trip flyer for all the details or click here to register. Specific rooming requests are considered but not guaranteed by contacting Paul Benkufsky, Trip Leader at pb3942@hotmail.com.

PACKASPORT Roof Top Carrier for sale $800.00

Lisa Moncrief — Mon, 19 Feb 2024 21:16:38 GMT

Everything you need in a versatile Rooftop Carry Box. Great for skiing, hunting, fishing, and camping.

Enough storage for large families or groups on the go
Storage capacity 18.5 cubic ft. Dimensions: 89" X 36" X 12"
All Fiberglass construction with smooth hard gel-coat finish (black)
Weight 65 lbs.
Made in USA by Packasport

Contact John at 612-423-4616 if interested

Fred Fox Co-founder of Ski Hawks Dies

Lisa Moncrief — Mon, 30 Oct 2023 01:10:02 GMT

As many of you already know, Fred Fox passed away at the age of 79 on September 28th, 2023. He was one of the co-founders of the Ski Hawks. Here is a link to his obituary: Obituary

A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, Nov. 4th from 3-7 p.m. at his home at 6581 Upper 28th St. N., Oakdale, MN.

2023 Snow Season Kick-Off Party is Almost Here!!

Lisa Moncrief — Sun, 20 Aug 2023 22:32:47 GMT

Hey everyone! We're excited to announce that it's time to register to attend this year's Kick-Off party. We're set for Fri. Oct. 6 at 6:00 p.m at Patrick McGovern's Pub in St. Paul.

Don't forget to register here before Tues. Oct. 3rd to be able to attend:

Hope to see you there!

Sad News From Welch Village

Greg Grebinowski — Sat, 24 Jun 2023 03:21:54 GMT

Leigh Nelson, a co-founder and visionary of Welch Village Ski Resort passed away earlier this month. He was laid to rest this past Wednesday, June 21st. We would like to express our condolences to the Nelson extended family and thank Leigh for his contributions to skiing in the Midwest and for the hospitality shown to the SkiHawks ad other MSSC clubs over the years.

Wild Mountain published a nice tribute to Leigh on Facebook. Here is the link. Wild Mountain Tribute

Troll Patrol Volunteer Opportunity

Lisa Moncrief — Sat, 06 May 2023 17:02:06 GMT

The recruiting team for the Trollhaugen Ski Patrol (part of the National Ski Patrol) is trying to do some more active recruiting this year. Trollhaugen is a family owned and operated hill and they said they are very good to their volunteer patrollers. Some benefits include season passes for patrollers and their family or a person of their choosing, 6 guest passes a season, and discounts at the ski shop and restaurants/concessions. Typically OEC training starts in August (usually on Wednesday nights) and goes for ten weeks or so. Candidates with emergency medical experience (RNs, EMTs, MDs, ect.) can do an accelerated course in 4 weeks. Then on hill training is done to improve skiing/boarding skills and to take a toboggan down the hill.

Here is additional information with email contact in the flyer if you're interested:

Patrol_8x11_2023.pdf

Troll Patrol benefits and expenses.docx

Great News - Save the Dates

Greg Grebinowski — Mon, 17 Apr 2023 18:12:00 GMT

Spring has barely sprung, and your Board of Directors is getting ready for next season already. We are excited to announce two of our 2024 trips. Our 2024 Value Trip will be to Copper Mountain from 02/04 - 02/08. Next year's Destination trip will be to Banff Canada from 03/15 to 03/22.

Check out the "Save the Date" announcements in the Trips section of the website. There you will find links to each of the destinations. More is to come! Stay tuned.

Volunteers Needed for Courage Kenny

Lisa Moncrief — Wed, 02 Nov 2022 00:29:58 GMT

Courage Kenny is currently looking for Volunteers for our Ski and Snowboard program for the Jan-Mar season. Below is some information on it.

To outline the program:
• The time commitment includes pre-season training which takes place on the weekends. Typically one Saturday in November and a full weekend in December. When you sign up as a volunteer, you select your volunteer lesson day. 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 typically take place:
• Monday evenings at Hyland Hills 6-8PM
• Wednesday evenings at Hyland Hills 6-8PM
• Saturday mornings at Afton Alps 9:30-11:30AM
• Sunday mornings at Hyland Hills 9AM - 12:30PM
• Sunday afternoons at Trollhaugen 12:30PM-3:30PM
• Sunday mornings at Welch Village 9AM - 12PM
• The season starts first week in January and is typically 6-8 weeks long and we usually have the week of Presidents day off.

As part of the program, you will need to provide proof of 1st two rounds of Covid Vaccination and a current flu shot record (by dec 1st). We also ask that you can commit to attending most all of the sessions to keep lesson continuity.

About Courage Kenny

Welch Village Halloween Discount Ticket Sale

Lisa Moncrief — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 00:59:40 GMT

It's no longer a rumor and Welch Village just announced 30% off on 2022-2023 daily tickets.

Here is the deal:

~ This deal is so good it's SCARY! ~

Daily lift tickets for the upcoming 2022-23 season will be available in our Online Store for 30% off regular price starting October 31st and ending at NOON on November 2nd.

These special Halloween tickets will be fully transferable. They can be used on any day we are open during the 2022-2023 season and they can be used by anyone. So yes...they could be perfect holiday gifts!

Welch Village Annual Fall Ski & Snowboard Sale Fri. 10/21 and Sat. 10/22

Lisa Moncrief — Sat, 01 Oct 2022 21:27:20 GMT

Welch is having their annual sale if you're looking for great deals on both new and used ski and snowboard gear. They will also sell your gently used equipment. Find out more here:

https://welchvillage.com/ski-swap-sale-.cfm

2022 - 2023 Kick Off

Greg Grebinowski — Fri, 02 Sep 2022 19:29:14 GMT

Out annual Kick Off party is scheduled for Saturday Oct. 8th at Willie McCoys in Bloomington. We will meet at 6:00. Click on the Social Events tab above to see all of the detail. Hope to see you there.

Welch Village Discount Ticket Sale coming this fall!

Lisa Moncrief — Tue, 23 Aug 2022 01:26:37 GMT

Rumor has it that Welch Village will be having a discount ticket sale. The sale will most likely happen in October around Halloween. Will keep you posted when these become available!

Mountain Meltdown at Lutsen!

Greg Grebinowski — Sun, 27 Feb 2022 23:52:55 GMT

Join the SkiHawks at Lutsen for Mountain Meltdown April 8th through the 10th. For more details click on Events above.

Ski & Board Swap and Sale

Greg Grebinowski — Tue, 28 Sep 2021 19:19:42 GMT

Perennial SkiHawk sponsor, Valley Bike & Ski is having their annual fall Ski & Board Swap and Sale. on Sunday, October 3th thru Sundy, October 10th.

Be sure to stop and and check it out. While you are there, say hello from the Ski Hawks.

Check out details HERE!.

MSC Winter Carnival

Greg Grebinowski — Tue, 28 Sep 2021 19:14:02 GMT

Registration for the 2022 MSC Winter Carnival opens October 1st. The carnival will be held Jan. 21 - 23 at Big Snow Resort in Wakefield MI. Check out the trip detail on our "Trip" page.

Save the Dates!

Greg Grebinowski — Sat, 21 Aug 2021 20:24:04 GMT

The Kick Off for the 2021 / 2022 ski and riding season has been scheduled for Saturday October 9th at Famous Dave's + Cowboy Jack's, 1690 Woodland Dr., Woodbury. Find it Here. More to come!

The MSC Winter Carnival is back for 2022 at Big Snow Resort in Michigan. The dates are January 21st - 23rd. More to come!

2021-2022 Board Members

Greg Grebinowski — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 04:06:06 GMT

The 2020-2021 season has ended and it's time to look forward to next season (sans Covid 19 we hope). With the new season there will be changes to your Board of Directors. I will be stepping down after four years as President. It's been a great (but challenging) run. Thank you all for your support.

We recently asked for nominations for the 2021-2022 board. Nominations have closed with two nominations received: Pat Kaiser for Treasurer and Dave Moberg for Social Director. Pat and Dave will be replacing Janice Meyer who has served 4+ years as Treasurer and Lisa Moncrief who has served three years as a Social Director. Thank you Janice and Lisa. Welcome Pat and Dave.

As I mentioned, I will be stepping down as President, but will remain on the board, taking an open Trip Director position. Janice Meyer will assume the role as President. I will also retain the role as Advisor to the new board.

Retaining their existing board positions are Dave Seltz (Membership Director), Courtney Quinn (Social Director), Marcia Woodward (MSC Representative), Pat Cahoon (IT/Web Master), Steve Fager (Trip Director) and Ron Zytkovicz (Publications). Thank you all!.

Since these positions are unopposed, Club by-laws allow for Board of Director approval in lieu of elections. Board approval was obtained at its meeting on 03/10/21. The changes will be effective at the end of our fiscal year on April 30, 2021.

Nominations for and Election of Board Members

Greg Grebinowski — Sat, 20 Feb 2021 14:22:01 GMT

Hey SkiHawks!

It's hard to believe that the 2020 - 2021 ski & ride season will be coming to a close in just a number of weeks. In a way, I'm glad it's almost over as Covid-19 restrictions and the weather has wreaked havoc on our plans for the season. It’s time to be optimistic and look forward toward next season.

Have you considered serving on the SkiHawks Board of Directors Being on the board is a great opportunity? In addition to help direct the club for the next year, you will get the chance to meet and work closely with a great group of people, as well as meeting many more of our membership than you would normally. You will also receive up to a $200 credit that can be applied towards 2021 / 2022 SkiHawk events.

There are 10 opportunities on the Board of 11 Directors:

President
Treasurer
Trip Directors (2)
Social Directors (2)
Publications Director
IT Director
MSC Delegate
Membership Director

The duties of each position are detailed in the SkiHawk By Laws which can be found on our website .Link.

If you are interested on serving on the board next year please complete the Self Nomination Form by March 7th. Go to poll page. In the event of multiple nominees for one position, online elections will be held between March 20 and March 27. Elections are not required for unopposed positions.

If you have any questions about the Board of Director positions or the SkiHawks in general, please contact me.

Thank you and happy skiing and riding

Greg Grebinowski

President

MN Ski Hawks

g.grebinowski@comcast.net

651-230-2367

Ski & Board Sale & Swap

Greg Grebinowski — Thu, 08 Oct 2020 17:32:09 GMT

Perennial SkiHawk sponsor, Valley Bike & Ski is having their annual fall Ski & Board Swap and Sale. Monday October 4th, Sunday October 11th.

Be sure to stop and and check it out. While you are there, say hello from the Ski Hawks.

Check out details HERE!.

2021 trip to Breckenridge

Greg Grebinowski — Mon, 15 Jun 2020 19:44:27 GMT

Ski Hawks – We will be going to Breckenridge, CO from February 20-26, 2021 (Saturday – Friday) for the unbelievably low price of $1,107 (plus lifts). Our lodging will be at the Village of Breckenridge, a ski-in, ski-out property.

Breckenridge is a Vail Property, so those of you with EPIC credits from last season can use those credits to buy a full season pass, a local pass or a day pass. (Epic Coverage is included FREE with every pass and provides refunds associated with personal events and certain resort closures, including COVID-19). Group rates will also be available.

We have tried to minimize as much of the financial uncertainty as possible with this trip. We have a full cancellation policy on the lodging 60 days prior to travel and a 90-day cancellation policy on the airfare. Unlike last year, we should not be caught off-guard with a last-minute resort closure as we will have a good idea by November 20^th if the virus is still in circulation or not.

You can see more details on the trip page

MN SkiHawks News

26/27 Epic Pass available through SkiHawks

Exclusive Club pricing for 26/27 IKON Pass

Trollhaugen Ski Area - Ski Demo Days - 3/7 & 3/8

Spirit Mountain Discount Lift Tickets

Courage Kenny Ski & Snowboard - Volunteers needed to teach adaptive lessons to skiers and snowboarders with disabilities

You're invited! Courage Kenny Adaptive Ski & Snowboard Open House Come learn more and meet the team

Click here to RSVP today

Welch Village - Up to 25% off 2025/26 Lift Tickets!

Ski Swaps

MSC DHH Learn to Ski/Snowboard Program

Mt Bachelor

MSC Meet'n Ski at Spirit Mountain

MSC Winter Carnival - is back for 2025!

PACKASPORT Roof Top Carrier for sale $800.00

Fred Fox Co-founder of Ski Hawks Dies

2023 Snow Season Kick-Off Party is Almost Here!!

Sad News From Welch Village

Troll Patrol Volunteer Opportunity

Great News - Save the Dates

Volunteers Needed for Courage Kenny

Welch Village Halloween Discount Ticket Sale

Welch Village Annual Fall Ski & Snowboard Sale Fri. 10/21 and Sat. 10/22

2022 - 2023 Kick Off

Welch Village Discount Ticket Sale coming this fall!

Mountain Meltdown at Lutsen!

Ski & Board Swap and Sale

MSC Winter Carnival

Save the Dates!

2021-2022 Board Members

Nominations for and Election of Board Members

Ski & Board Sale & Swap

2021 trip to Breckenridge

You're invited!
Courage Kenny Adaptive Ski & Snowboard Open House
Come learn more and meet the team