Events

October 30, 2026

5 PM
Hardscrabble Ranch, Bozeman, MT



BSF APRÉS SKI

FEATURING SPECIAL GUEST JESSIE DIGGINS

A festive evening at the beautiful Hardscrabble Ranch in the Bridgers, celebrating skiing. Includes beer, wine, appetizers, lawn games, dinner, live auction, and silent auction. Plus a custom LL Bean Boat Tote for every guest.  

Limited tickets will go on sale July 10.

We're adding a Halloween theme to this year's event: wear your favorite aprés-ski attire, 80s ski wear, and/or Halloween twist. Montana casual also welcome!

4:30 pm    Shuttles available to the Ranch
5:00 pm    Cocktail Hour
6:15 pm    Dinner
7:30 pm    Live Auction
9:30 pm    Last Call

All proceeds benefit the Bridger Ski Foundation youth programs, scholarship funds, and community trails.

FEATURING: JESSIE DIGGINS

This year's special guest is the legendary Jessie Diggins, Olympic gold medalist and the most decorated American cross country skier in history. Diggins retired from racing this year, with four Olympic medals, multiple World Championship medals, and four overall FIS World Cup Crystal Globes. Her reputation as a gritty skier able to go deep into the "pain cave" captivated millions. She's an outspoken advocate for mental health and author of the book Brave Enough.

Note: Athletes, don't worry! BSF will offer athletes a chance to see and hear from Jessie during her visit to Bozeman. Apres Ski tickets are for ages 18+. (And there are athlete volunteer positions that will be available during Apres Ski.)  

Individual Tickets

$250 each
go on sale July 10

Appetizers, dinner, drinks
Swag gift

Table for 10

$2250
go on sale July 10

Tickets for 10 people
Tickets for 10 people
Appetizers, dinner, drinks
Swag gift

Legacy Table

$5,000
go on sale July 10

Tickets for 10 people
Appetizers, dinner, drinks
Swag gifts
Prime seating

ABOUT THE LOCATION

Hardscrabble Ranch is a guest ranch only 30 minutes from Bozeman and Livingston, and is owned by a BSF family. Located at the base of the Bridger Mountains on Brackett Creek, the ranch features stunning views of Ross Peak and close access to Bridger Bowl and Crosscut. Shuttle transportation will be available (reservation required).  

SHUTTLES

BSF is offering a complimentary shuttle service in our iconic BSF vans for Apres Ski attendees. Your drivers will be some of BSF's finest coaches. We have limited vans & space. Please sign up for a departure time slot.

Where: vans will pick you up at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds and take you to Hardscrabble Ranch

When: shuttles will depart at
4:15 pm
4:30 pm
4:45 pm
5:00 pm

Return service will shuttle you back to the fairgrounds after Apres Ski programming has wrapped up.

How to reserve your spot: Signup link to come.

ONLINE AUCTION



Open to the public! Dates TBA
Bidding closes at 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 31.

Ski signs, gift baskets, gift certificates, trips, tickets, art, fun outdoor experiences, and more. Bid on this stellar collection of online auction items. Perfect for gifts or  something for yourself! Bid from your computer or your phone.

Post auction: BSF will deliver items to winners locally.
Out-of-town winners: gift certificates will be shipped free of charge. Smaller physical items can be shipped for an additional fee.  

LIVE AUCTION


Every Apres Ski attendee gets a bidding number to bid during the live auction at Hardscrabble Ranch. Auction takes place after dinner.

We can also arrange proxy bidding for you. (Email admin@bridgerskifoundation.org to set it up.) 


GOLD SPONSORS

Silver Level Sponsors

Bronze Level Sponsors

LIVE AUCTION

North Bridger Bison Experience for Four
Connect more deeply with nature and where your food comes from by participating in a bison field-harvest with North Bridger Bison. This package includes a two-night stay at the North Bridger Bison Airbnb on the ranch -- a beautiful, architecturally designed 3-bedroom house with amazing views on a dead-end dirt road. Start the day at the ranch in the Shields Valley (just 15 miles past Bridger Bowl) with coffee, pastries, and conversation in the barn with North Bridger Bison's founder and owner, Matt Skoglund. Then you will locate and drive to the bison herd where you can take photos and experience the beautiful landscape. Matt will then field-harvest a bison and walk you through the process of field-dressing, which can be as hands-on or hands-off as you like. You will get to take home 15 lbs of frozen ground bison meat at the end of the day -- plus a fresh steak from the bison field-harvested that morning to cook at the Airbnb that night -- and you'll get the skull of the bison (which Matt will get taxidermied for you) to hang on your wall to remember the experience. Party of up to 4 people, to be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date with Matt and Sarah Skoglund within one year.

Rustic Yurt Stay + Hunt in the Big Belt MountainsNorth Bridger Bison Experience for Four
Step off the grid for a four-night backcountry adventure in Montana’s Big Belt Mountains. Enjoy a private rustic yurt with exclusive access to 500 acres of pristine terrain for up to four guests during the 2027 fall hunting season. This package includes one elk hunt, giving you a true wilderness experience. After days on the mountain, warm up by the wood stove, and take in the star-filled skies. The winning bidder also receives an entry in The Mountain Projects 8-week hunting conditioning class during the summer of 2027, for elite hunting fitness training. Classes run twice a week from mid July until the start of archery season and focuses on building strength, muscular endurance, stamina, and injury prevention.

Private dinner by Chef Jarrett Wrisley, owner of Shan, for up to 20 people.
Bring the vibrant flavors of Thailand and China into your own home with an unforgettable private dining experience by acclaimed Chef Jarrett Wrisley, owner of Shan. Gather up to 20 guests for an exclusive, chef-curated dinner featuring inspired dishes that showcase the rich traditions and bold flavors of Asian cuisine. Known for his innovative approach and exceptional culinary artistry, Chef Wrisley will create a memorable evening of outstanding food, warm hospitality, and unique flavors tailored for an intimate dining experience. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting friends, or creating a one-of-a-kind corporate event, this private dinner promises an extraordinary culinary journey that your guests will never forget.
Beverages are not included in this package. Wine, cocktail, or other beverage pairings may be added and coordinated with the meal for an additional fee.