Ethiopian Ski Day

The iconic annual ski day at Breckenridge — community, culture, and fresh powder.

🏔️ About Ethiopian Ski Day

Ethiopian Ski Day is AfroHabesha Outdoors' flagship annual event — a day on the slopes at Breckenridge, Colorado where the Ethiopian and African diaspora community comes together to ski, snowboard, and experience the mountains like never before.

No experience required. We welcome first-timers and seasoned skiers alike. Equipment rentals are available directly at the resort, and our community will help guide beginners throughout the day.

The day wraps up with traditional Ethiopian vegan food (የአገልግል ምግብ – Agelegl), shared stories, and the warm feeling of community in the cold mountain air. 🇪🇹

📋 Event Details

  • Next Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026
  • Location: Breckenridge Ski Resort, CO
  • Meeting Point: Main base area — see RSVP confirmation for exact spot
  • Entry Fee: FREE (attendees cover lift tickets & rentals)
  • Experience Level: All levels — beginners welcome!
  • Lunch: Ethiopian vegan food provided (community-style)
  • Parking: Breckenridge resort parking (see contact for carpool options)

🕐 Day Schedule

  • 8:00 AM Group meeting & welcome
  • 9:00 AM Lift tickets & rentals (resort opens)
  • 9:30 AM Hit the slopes! (group runs & free skiing)
  • 12:00 PM Ethiopian lunch break — together
  • 1:30 PM More skiing / beginner lessons
  • 4:00 PM Group wrap-up, photos & goodbyes

⚠️ Important Notice

AfroHabesha Outdoors is a community organization and has no official affiliation with Breckenridge Ski Resort. Attendees are responsible for purchasing their own lift tickets and arranging equipment rentals directly through the resort. Participation is at your own risk. We are here to organize community, not provide professional instruction.

🎿 Rentals & Equipment

Equipment rentals are available directly at Breckenridge resort. We recommend booking in advance online for better pricing and availability.

  • Ski Rental: Available at resort rental shop
  • Snowboard: Available at resort rental shop
  • Helmet: Strongly recommended — available to rent
  • Ski Lessons: Available through resort (book early)
FREE entry

📅 March 21, 2026

📍 Breckenridge, CO

🎿 All levels welcome

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Lift tickets & rentals paid separately at the resort. No registration fee for the community event.

🚗 Getting There

  • From Denver: ~1.5 hrs on I-70 West
  • Parking: Resort paid parking available
  • Carpool: Ask in the RSVP form to join a carpool group
  • Bus: Epic Mountain Express available from Denver

Packing List

🎿 Ski Gear

  • Ski jacket (waterproof)
  • Ski pants / bibs
  • Ski gloves or mittens
  • Helmet (required!)
  • Goggles
  • Ski boots (or rent at resort)

🧥 Layering Essentials

  • Moisture-wicking base layer
  • Mid-layer fleece or down jacket
  • Wool or thermal socks (2 pairs)
  • Neck gaiter / balaclava
  • Hand warmers (extras!)

🎒 Day Pack

  • Water bottle or hydration pack
  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+ — high altitude!)
  • Sunglasses
  • Snacks / energy bars
  • Cash & resort ID
  • Phone & portable charger

🏥 Safety & Health

  • Chapstick (SPF recommended)
  • Ibuprofen / pain reliever
  • Any personal medications
  • Emergency contact info
  • Health insurance card