Two Passes, One Community

The chance to win big by doing the right thing.

As the outside temperatures drop and you pack away your bike and running shoes for the winter, reach a little deeper into your gear closet—past your downhill set-up—and grab your Nordic skis. With top-notch terrain in every direction, skiing in the winter is a no brainer. This year you can hone your skills, drop the cost per use ratio of your set up, and build community with two local passes, those being the Bridger Ski Foundation (BSF) Trail Pass and a Crosscut Season Pass. When you purchase both, you’ll gain access to over 75 miles of expertly groomed trails; and help build a future where outdoor recreation, youth programs, and community stewardship thrive together.

And if all that wasn’t enough, here’s a little extra incentive for this season: If you buy both passes by December 31st, you’ll be automatically entered to win a Rossignol XC ski package valued at up to $500. One lucky winner—who will be selected and notified by early January—will work with Crosscut’s Nordic & Trail Center Manager to choose their gear. It’s a win-win: invest in your community and maybe walk away with brand-new skis.

For decades, BSF has been the heart of Bozeman’s Nordic community. Each year, the nonprofit grooms 50 miles of winter trails across seven local locations. Their efforts are funded through the revenue generated by the sales of trail program pass. While passes aren’t mandatory, the funds they raise are essential to maintaining the trails for the enjoyment of everyone—passholders and non-passholders alike. Each purchase goes directly to the BSF Trails Program, keeping these trails free and accessible for our community.

Meanwhile, nestled in the Bridger Range, Crosscut Mountain Sports Center offers another 28 miles of beautifully maintained trails. The nonprofit grooms daily throughout winter and provide rentals, lessons, biathlon programs, and community events for all ages and abilities. However, unlike the community trails maintained by BSF, a day or season pass is required to access their trail system.

Together, BSF and Crosscut form the backbone of Bozeman’s vibrant Nordic network. When you support both, you’re helping fund free youth ski lessons, elite training programs, inclusive community races, and trail access that welcomes everyone. So whether or not you come away with some brand new skis, you can rest assured that you’re getting some good karma.