This
winter we expect more than 400 children from Woodstock and surrounding towns
to participate in Alpine and Nordic learn-to-ski and ski racing programs organized
and run by Woodstock Ski Runners. For more than 70 years, our mission has
been to pass along a love and enthusiasm for skiing as a lifetime sport to
as many children as possible. Last year we provided scholarships in the form
of waived program fees and/or leased ski equipment to over 20 skiers. In order
to continue to serve our community, we need your financial support.
Woodstock Ski Runners organizes and runs:
Friday afternoon “Learn-to Ski” programs in downhill
and cross-country skiing for elementary school children. Last year over 300
children participated from Woodstock, Barnard, Bethel, Bridgewater, Hartford,
Hartland, Pomfret, Plymouth, Reading, South Royalton, Taftsville, Quechee
and West Windsor.
Nordic (cross-country) racing programs consisting of the
Bill Koch League for children ages 8 to 14, and the recently re-established
Woodstock Union High School Nordic Ski Team.
Alpine (downhill) racing programs, including the Development
Team (a learn-to-race program), the Vermont Alpine Race Association (VARA)
group of more experienced racers and the Woodstock Union High School Ski Team.
Our new “Mid Runners” program for seventh and eighth graders provides
a bridge between the Development Team and the High School Alpine Ski Team.
Whether they are Friday afternoon skiers, beginning racers, or seasoned veterans,
children are learning to love the sport of skiing and conquer the many challenges
it provides.
We are very fortunate every year to have more than 50 volunteer instructors,
organizers and helpers from the community whose time and energy help make
these programs possible.
Woodstock Ski Runners is a non-profit organization that relies on participation
fees and local fundraising events, including an annual Golf Tournament, Ski
Sale, and Holiday Wreath Sale. However, these fundraising activities do not
meet our financial needs, so we are asking for your support.
Please send us your generous tax-deductible contribution along with the enclosed
donation form in the envelope provided and help us continue to provide a vital
recreational service to children in our communities.
Donation
Form
