Rocky Mountain Travel 
Ski with a Ranger
The Friends of Dillon Ranger District is proud to partner with Vail Resorts’ Breckenridge Ski Resort and Keystone Ski Resort to provide free, on mountain cultural and natural history tours from January through March. Our trained volunteer Ski Rangers lead participants down a beginner or intermediate ski run, stopping periodically to discuss topics from local flora and fauna to geography and history and answering questions. These one-hour tours require participants to have a valid lift ticket or season pass, intermediate skiing or riding ability and a desire to learn.
Ski with a Ranger | Breckenridge Ski Resort
We meet weekly on Thursdays from 11:00 a.m-12:00pm. The tour meets at the top of Independence Superchair on Peak 7. No need to sign up – just show up!
- Every Thursday
- 11am – Noon
- Meet at the top of the Independence Superchair on Peak 7
- Must have a valid lift ticket or season pass
- Must be an intermediate skier or snowboarder and a desire to learn
- Registration is not required
Ski with a Ranger | Keystone Ski Resort
We meet weekly on Fridays from 11am – 12pm. The tour meets at the the Keytop Overlook Deck (across from top of gondola).
Guided Winter Snowshoe Hikes
Educational Hikes continue throughout the winter on snowshoes or cross-country skis. Proper winter attire is required, (i.e. jacket, snow pants, snow boots, hat, mittens). Snowshoes are available for use upon request.
*Please note, children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a guardian on educational snowshoe tours.*
To Learn More visit the Friends of Dillon Website
Have Questions?
If you have questions about educational hikes or have topic suggestions, please contact Education & Youth Program Manager, Maddie Retrosi at maddie@fdrd.org.
To Learn More visit the Friends of Dillon Website
About the Friends of the Dillon Ranger District (FDRD)
Friends of the Dillon Ranger District (FDRD) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that preserves the local, National Forest through volunteer projects, outdoor education + collaborative partnerships. FDRD began in 2005 as a group of local community members who wanted to work with the US Forest Service’s Dillon Ranger District (DRD). They wanted to play a more active role in the management of our local National Forest. With more than 60 volunteer projects on our National Forest each year, FDRD volunteers contribute thousands of hours . Their efforts include maintaining and improving trails, planting trees, pulling invasive weeds, educating visitors, and much more. FDRD is one of the most active, locally-based outdoor stewardship organizations in the country. By volunteering with FDRD or supporting us with a financial contribution, you benefit the National Forest that makes Summit County a world-class destination.
Consider Donating
As a 501(c)3, the Friends of Dillon Ranger District are dependent on the countless hours of their volunteers and donations from supporters like you. If you loved a hike or ski tour with this organization, or just want to show your support, please consider a monetary donation. Your generosity helps this organization continue to provide FREE educational programs to the public and visitors to Colorado.