Programs & Events
Legacy Weekend & the 80th Anniversary of Riva Ridge Events:
Celebrating the Legacy and History of the 10th Mountain Division at the Colorado Snowsports Museum, in the Town of Vail, and on Vail Mountain. Welcome soldiers, veterans, descendants, and friends of the 10th.
Friday, February 21, 5:15 pm - Unknown Tales of the 10th with Lance Blyth at the Colorado Snowsports Museum. Explore untold stories of the 10th Mountain Division with the author of Ski, Climb, Fight, available for purchase and signing. Lance R. Blyth is the Command Historian of the North American Aerospace Defense Command and the U.S. Northern Command. He is also an Adjunct Professor of History at the United States Air Force Academy and an experienced backcountry skier.
This program is part of the CSM’s Through the Lens series and is ticketed.
Graciously underwritten by Jamie & Meg Duke.
Saturday, Feb. 22nd:
Meet & Eat with the 10th: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM | Meet at Sarge's Shelter at Mid-Vail for lunch with the 10th Mountain Soldiers.
80th Anniversary Riva Ridge presentation by the WWII Foundation - 3 pm, at the Colorado Snowsports Museum. This will be an applied history session that explores the 10th Mountain Division's role in the Italian Campaign, emphasizing leadership, resilience, and tactical ingenuity. The discussion will connect these historical lessons to modern leadership challenges, making history relevant beyond the battlefield. We welcome John Fenzel, Special Forces (USA, Retired) from the WWII Foundation, Joe Donato, an Ambassador for the World War II Foundation, and General Naumann, Commanding General of the 10th Mountain Division.
***This event is FREE.
10th Mountain Division Parade: 6:30 PM - Torchlight Parade, Fireworks, 10th Mountain Tribute Video, Parade down Bridge Street to 10th Statue. Photos and Commemorative pins.
****The Colorado Snowsports Museum is open until 8 pm on parade nights. Come learn about the 10th’s history and legacy.
Sunday, Feb. 23rd:
Blackhawk Helicopter Landing on Vail Mountain: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Top of Avanti Express Lift (#2)
Ski Troopers Cup: 2:30 PM | Vail Village Mountain Plaza. 3-man Teams competing in skills and strengths tests on Pepi’s.
The Ravinos - Community, Tradition, Wail!
Event Details and Schedule:
· Friday, February 21: Unknown Tales of the 10th with Lance Blyth
Explore untold stories of the 10th Mountain Division with the author of Ski, Climb, Fight, available for purchase and signing.
Generously underwritten by Jamie & Meg Duke.
· Wednesday, March 12: For the Love of Gear: Outdoor and Snowsports History with Rachel Gross & Trent Bush
Delve into Colorado's outdoor and snow sports gear history, featuring Rachel Gross, author of Shopping All the Way to the Woods, and industry expert Trent Bush.
Get tickets HERE.
The CSM is excited to welcome Women’s Outdoor Adventure Shorts — celebrating women in the outdoors.
· Saturday, March 15 & Sunday, March 16: Ravinos: Community, Tradition, Wail
Discover the 50+ year history of Vail's original snowboard gang, The Ravinos.
Get tickets here for SATURDAY and SUNDAY nights.
· Wednesday, March 26: Women's Outdoor Adventure Short Films
A collection of inspirational films celebrating women in outdoor adventure.
Generously underwritten by Diana Lee Crew & The Crew Family Women.
Tickets are available HERE.
Tickets and Details:
Cost: $20 (Members), $25 (Non-Members)
Time: Doors open at 5:15 PM; presentations begin at 6:00 PM
Location: Colorado Snowsports Museum, Vail
Tickets: Visit snowsportsmuseum.org
Support Our Mission:
To bring these exciting programs to life, the Museum invites individuals and organizations to contribute. Your support helps cover speaker fees, travel costs, promotional materials, and refreshments. Email jen@snowsportsmuseum.org to learn more about sponsorship opportunities.
Vail History Walking Tours
Vail History Tours All Winter Season!
Meet at the Museum on Tuesdays/Thursdays at 11 am to start a one-hour history walk.
The program is $10 per person with proceeds benefitting the Museum. Help us keep admission FREE by supporting our programs or becoming a member.
Come say hi to Lead Tour Guide Ron Mooney and get to know Vail and what makes it a world-class destination!
Private Tours and speaking engagements are available.
To book or for more information email:
museum@snowsportsmuseum.org
