02/21/2015
Since 1982, Eagle Mount has been transforming the lives of people with disabilities and children with cancer. With the help and support of a generous community, Eagle Mount opens up a world of adventures-skiing, horseback riding, swimming, camping, rock climbing, kayaking, cycling, fishing, and more-that foster freedom, joy, strength, focus, and confidence. Set under the beauty of Montana's legendary big sky, Eagle Mount focuses on people's abilities, while gently supporting their disabilities.
Recognized in 2010 by NBC's TODAY show as one of five small charities in America that make a big difference, Eagle Mount is the realization of a lifelong dream, created and built by General and Mrs. Robert C. Mathis, USAF (ret). The Mathises understood the value of recreation in enabling those with disabilities to "mount up with wings as eagles." Following its founders' wishes, Eagle Mount never turns anyone away if they cannot pay, and does not accept government funding.
Eagle Mount provides adaptive skiing adventures right in Bozeman's backyard. Eagle Mount works in cooperation with Bridger Bowl, Big Sky and Moonlight resorts to provide quality adaptive lessons. All lessons are given by volunteer instructors specifically trained in adaptive techniques of mono and bi-skiing, 3 and 4-tracking , blind or visually impaired and those with cognitive or developmental delays. Our goal is to teach skiers to become independent so that they may one day be able to ski with family and friends. Adaptive Equipment is provided with lessons, or a discounted rate is offered for those needing to rent equipment. Eagle Mount is a registered ski school through the Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA.org). To learn more about all of their programs, and how you can get involved, visit EagleMount.org.