Veterans Retreat

Are you a disabled veteran looking to get back on the snow or get on the snow for the first time? Maybe challenge yourself and conquer some of the most breathtaking slopes in America?

This retreat is for you!

Eagle Mount Bozeman is hosting a six day/five night Disabled Veteran’s Retreat at Montana’s beautiful Big Sky Resort April 6-11, 2024. It is suitable for beginner, intermediate, or advanced skiers or snowboarders, including but not limited to, Bi-Skiing and Mono-Skiing (Sit-Skiing) and Visually impaired skiing or snowboarding. You’ll develop and refine your skill while exploring some of the most enchanting terrain in the west. Take your skiing to the next level, on your own terms. Eagle Mount’s expert instructors will be present to facilitate your enjoyment of this dynamic winter landscape.

Family Camp

Relieve stress, play, laugh, and reconnect with the most important people in your life during Family Camp. Enjoy a weekend of recreation in Montana’s incomparably beautiful outdoors! We offer three camps for Eagle Mount families that foster togetherness and help you to make new memories.

Monoski Camp

Are you looking to challenge yourself and conquer some of the most challenging — and breathtaking — slopes in America? Eagle Mount will host another spectacular Mono Ski Camp at Montana’s beautiful Big Sky Resort. This camp is suitable for intermediate, advanced, and expert skiers who are adept at self-loading. You’ll develop and refine your skills while exploring some of the most extreme and enchanting terrain in the west. Take your skiing to the next level, on your own terms. Eagle Mount’s expert instructors will be present to facilitate your enjoyment of this dynamic winter landscape.

Mono Ski Camp includes four nights of double-occupancy lodging and ground transportation in Big Sky, three days of skiing, lift tickets, coaching and instruction, and all meals. Equipment is also available.

For more information or to register, contact the Eagle Mount Snow Sports team at snowsports@eaglemount.org

Virtual Gatherings

Because Big Sky Kids campers come from all over the country, it’s not always easy to stay connected after camp is over. Through virtual game nights and gatherings, we are making sure there are opportunities to connect with friends new and old from the comfort of home.

Flight Camp with Summit Aviation

Do you long to take to the skies? Flight Camp is designed for young adult cancer survivors ages 18-26 years old with dreams of flying. In partnership with Summit Aviation, Big Sky Kids provides four campers the opportunity to learn how to fly a plane and see the beauty of Montana from an entirely new perspective. Campers get hands-on during this 5 day adventure! Each morning starts with participants and their certified flight instructors conducting a pre-flight inspection on Summit’s aircraft before taking to the skies! All flight lessons take place above some of the best views Montana has to offer, as campers learn basic aircraft control and how to perform basic maneuvers; by the end of the week many are even performing their own take-offs and landings! Campers return from their morning flights to delicious themed lunches, afternoons tours of Bozeman International Airport facilities (including emergency response operations, the air traffic control tower, and private jets) and a ground lesson where instructors go over flight controls and aerodynamics, helpful tips for landing smoothly, and how to plan a cross-country flight. The week culminates in a graduation flight to Driggs, ID, during which campers get a bird’s eye view of the majestic Yellowstone National Park and Grand Tetons!

For more information or to register, contact the Big Sky Kids Director at bigskykids@eaglemount.org.

Make a donation to Flight Camp!

Young Adult Retreat

Are you ready to have fun in the great outdoors after reaching remission? Our Young Adult Retreat (YAR) is designed for young adults ages 18 to 26 whose cancer is in remission. For a full week, campers are immersed in adventurous outdoor activities, the camaraderie of a small group, and opportunities to develop unique and powerful leadership skills. YAR is a traveling camp with an itinerary that changes from year to year, so returning campers are given the chance to see multiple facets of Montana’s beauty. This retreat is medically supervised by a volunteer nurse, and the only cost for our YAR campers is transportation to and from their homes.

For more information or to register, contact the Big Sky Kids Director at bigskykids@eaglemount.org.

Big Sky Adventure

You’ll be forever changed by this unforgettable experience of the beautiful outdoors. Big Sky Adventure Camp is designed for kids ages 11 to 18 who are still in treatment for their cancer or who have recently completed their treatment, plus one parent or guardian each. This unique camp includes a float on the Yellowstone river, horseback riding, white-water rafting, a day trip to Yellowstone National Park, and many more exciting excursions. Big Sky Adventure Camp is medically supervised by an oncologist, and is an all-expense paid vacation, including travel.

For more information contact the Big Sky Kids Director at bigskykids@eaglemount.org.

Camp Braveheart

Kayak, ride horses, fish, swim, create arts and crafts, eat s’mores, and more! Camp Braveheart is designed for campers aged 5 to 10 and their immediate families. Children in this age bracket that are post-treatment are welcome to apply! We’ll gather for 5 nights at Hyalite Youth Camp, a rustic facility located on the beautiful shores of Hyalite Reservoir just outside of Bozeman. Camp Braveheart is medically supervised by a nurse, and the only cost to families is transportation to and from your home.

For more information or to register, contact the Big Sky Kids Director at bigskykids@eaglemount.org.

Spring Fling

Share in some snowy fun with your whole family. Activities during this annual reunion weekend include downhill skiing or snowboarding at Big Sky Resort, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing at Lone Mountain Ranch, and a pizza and pool party. Spring Fling is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with friends and families met at previous camps. Eagle Mount covers the cost of lodging, lift tickets and rentals.

For more information or to register, contact the Big Sky Kids Director at bigskykids@eaglemount.org.

Music

Our Eagle Mount Music program is a brand-new initiative designed to bring the joy of music to our community. Our program provides a fun and inclusive environment where individuals of all abilities can learn, practice, and perform music together.

We are excited to offer a two-month Christmas caroling program where our participants learn classic holiday tunes and perform them at various locations throughout the community. These performances are a wonderful way to spread cheer and bring joy to others during the holiday season. In addition to our holiday program, we also offer monthly jam sessions on the second Wednesday of every month where participants can come together and collaborate on new arrangements for voices and/or instruments. Our experienced instructors guide our participants through the process of creating and learning music, providing support and encouragement along the way.

We believe that music has the power to bring people together and to enrich our lives in countless ways. We are thrilled to be able to offer this new program to our community, and we look forward to seeing the amazing things that our participants will create through the power of music.

Art

We believe that art has the power to transform lives and to connect people in meaningful ways. We are so happy to provide individuals and families of all abilities with the chance to explore their creativity and to create something truly beautiful. So come on out and join us for an all-abilities Art Night – bring yourself, and a friend, and get ready to be inspired!

For our monthly all-abilities evening, our artists come together for a fun night of learning a new artistic ability. These evenings feature special guest teachers who share their skills and knowledge with us, providing new techniques and inspiration. These Art Nights are a great way for participants and their families to meet other artists in the community and to develop new skills in a fun and supportive environment. We offer a range of opportunities for exploration of different mediums and techniques, from painting and drawing to sculpture and mixed media. Our guest teachers provide guidance and support as we experiment with new techniques and materials, and encourage artists to express themselves creatively in their work.

Theater

Welcome to the Eagle Mount Theater Program, where we offer two exciting opportunities for individuals of all abilities to explore the world of theater. Our Summer Players session is a chance for participants to rehearse and perform a brand-new original play written specifically for them. Over the course of the summer, our participants work to develop their acting skills, learn their lines, and create a memorable performance. At the end of the program, there are three performance days where the community and friends can come and watch their talent shine!

In addition to our Summer Players session, we also offer a Fall Theater Workshop that runs for five weeks. This program is designed to hone improv and acting skills, as well as to play fun theater games and challenges. Participants develop their confidence and creativity and learn new skills that they can apply both on and off the stage. This program is a great way for participants to continue their theater journey after the summer and to further develop their skills as performers and artists.

At Eagle Mount, we believe that theater has the power to transform lives and to bring people together. We are proud to offer these programs to our community, and to provide individuals of all abilities with the chance to express themselves creatively and to explore the magic of the performing arts.

Dance

Welcome to our Adaptive Dance Program, where we believe that dance should be accessible to all, regardless of ability. Our program offers two sessions each year, one in the fall and another in the spring, providing dancers with the opportunity to learn and grow in a supportive and inclusive environment. We are dedicated to creating a fun and engaging atmosphere where dancers of all ages and abilities can develop their skills and build confidence. Our Adaptive Dance program is an absolute blast for anyone itching to boogie!

In addition to our regular dance classes, our dancers also participate in various performances throughout the year, including showcases and community events. These performances provide our dancers with the opportunity to share their talents with others, and to showcase the progress they have made in their dance training. We are proud of our dancers and the dedication they bring to their craft, and we are committed to providing them with opportunities to shine both on and off the dance floor. Come join in on our awesome dance parties!

Adventure Days

Adventure Days is all about having fun with friends and building skills for a variety of summer activities for our Eagle Mount participants. Each day, we meet at 9am and get back by 3:30pm. We travel to different locations to explore and make memories together. The program culminates in an overnight trip for each age group. Adventures include: group games, canoeing and kayaking, hiking, ziplining, rafting, soaking in the hot springs, and more!

For our school-aged groups, Adventure Days will be a day camp style program with 4 consecutive days of various adventures. Bridger Bounders and Eagle Explorers will have two sessions available to them throughout the summer. We will have an early season general camp and a later season water camp. Please choose if one session works better for you than the other, as we may have to even out numbers for each session.

For children from approximate ages 5-10, we are partnering with Bozeman Parks and Recreation for an inclusive camp! These ‘Explore!’ camps run from M-F from 7:30am-5:30pm with different themes each week. Sign-ups for these camps have already occurred through Bozeman Parks and Recreation. They will have two sessions available each week. One for 5-7 year olds and one for 8-10 year olds! If you wanted to sign up for this and were not able to, please give us a call at (406) 586-1781 or email recreation@eaglemount.org, and we will do our best to get something worked out for you with Bozeman Parks and Rec!

The Gallatin Galavanters (age 18+) will have a weekly Adventure Day all summer long. Galavanters can choose a Monday or Friday schedule.

All groups will have the option to sign up for an overnight camp out at the end of the summer! Transportation, equipment, and meals are provided for the overnights.

Sign-ups for Adventure Days are below for Eagle Mount participants. Payment will be required to secure a spot with Adventure Days and will be sent out to participants who sign up in the next couple of weeks! The cost will be $200 a week for our day camps, $40/day for our Galavanters, & $100 for our overnight campouts. As always, we do not want the cost of programming to be a barrier. Need-based scholarship forms can be acquired by emailing mlowry@eaglemount.org. Please note that completion of the sign-up form does not guarantee a spot with Adventure Days. Availability is limited for each group, so you may be added to a waitlist if necessary. Once participants have been identified from submissions, we will reach out to you to confirm session(s) and payment. Payment will be required prior to Adventure Days and will be needed to secure participant’s spots for sessions. We do not want cost to be a barrier to participation, so please reach out to Maggie at mlowry@eaglemount.org for questions regarding scholarships.

Sign up here to participate: SIGN UP HERE

Sign up here to volunteer: SIGN UP HERE

For more information, please email recreation@eaglemount.org.

Eagle Mount Days

Eagle Mount offers three Eagle Mount Days each summer. These days are designed for specific participant communities, who are invited to engage in a full day of activity on our Main Campus. Activities include all of our standard offerings, including opportunities to engage with our horses and swim in our pool.

Climbing

Get your climb on! Develop your strength, endurance, agility, balance, and mental control—and see how high you can go. This indoor climbing program is designed to encourage positive progression in every participant. We practice safe and proper techniques and use specialized, adaptive equipment. All necessary gear will be provided. You’ll scale new heights in more ways than one!

Email recreation@eaglemount.org for more information.

Climbing will resume Fall of 2024.

Ski Big Sky

Take ski and snowboard lessons on the breathtaking slopes of Big Sky. Here, we always focus on individualized, adaptive lessons rather than group lessons.
Visiting from out of town and hoping to set up a ski day? We support adaptive skiers at Big Sky, Moonlight Basin, and Yellowstone Club. For more information and to sign up for lessons, contact the Big Sky Ski Director at bigsky@eaglemount.org.

Eagle Mount partners with Big Sky Resort to provide skiing and snowboarding lessons for people with disabilities and youth with cancer. Eagle Mount supports the opportunity for all individuals to enjoy the exhilaration of snow sports. We offer lessons with our trained staff and volunteers to provide a personalized experience to help meet the goals of each individual. Eagle Mount offers lessons out of Mountain Village, Madison Base and Montage locations. Please see our lesson offerings below.

Fitness

Injuries and challenges don’t have to stand between you and a good workout. Tone your body and lift your emotions at our wheelchair accessible gym. Designed primarily for people with spinal cord injuries, our equipment promotes aerobic fitness as well as basic range of motion and strength training. Individual training is available by appointment. All are welcome in the gym and it can be used independently.


The gym is open during regular pool hours year-round. Individual training is available by appointment. To find out if the gym is a good fit for you or for general information, contact Liz Ann Kudrna at (406) 586-1781 or via email, lkudrna@eaglemount.org

Ski Cross Country & Snowshoe

Connect with the natural world as you move through the shimmering winter landscape on cross-country skis or snowshoes. This is a wonderful way to get some exercise and grow some invaluable friendships. Our caring volunteers and staff make it possible for every participant to practice the art of cross-country skiing or snowshoeing. We also offer a sit-ski session. This program offers Nordic adventures throughout Bozeman, Big Sky and Yellowstone National Park.

For questions regarding participating or volunteering, please email snowsports@eaglemount.org.

Ski Bridger Bowl

You can ski or snowboard once a week when you sign up for our 8-week program at Bridger Bowl. Don’t want to commit to the program? Planning to visit Bozeman from out of town? No problem! We’ll gladly take any individual who needs assistance skiing or snowboarding, and we’ll work with your schedule. Please contact us well in advance of your visit so we can be sure to accommodate you.

We are now accepting sign-ups for our 2024 multi-week snow sports program at Bridger Bowl.

Eligibility: Eagle Mount Bozeman is committed to providing quality adaptive recreation opportunities for people with disabilities and young people with cancer.

There are 3 steps to becoming eligible and they can all be completed at the following link: Eagle Mount Participant Application

• Complete the Annual Participant Application
• You will be prompted to sign all of the necessary annual waivers
• If you have not completed one this year, you will receive an email with the Physician’s Approval Form as an attachment. It will be filled in with your answers to the application questions. This must be signed by the doctor and returned to us to establish eligibility. The form that we began using 10/01/21 does not expire; if you have completed one in the past two years, you do not need to do this step.
• Reach out to Colleen at snowsports@eaglemount.org if you have questions.
  

Winter Program

There is a multi-week downhill snow sports program at Bridger Bowl for local participants. Students may choose skiing or snowboarding as well as adaptive disciplines for individuals with physical disabilities. Each snow sports student is paired with their own coach or pair of coaches for the duration of the season. They may choose to bring their own equipment, or they can be provided with rentals. Lift tickets are included. Students must have their own transportation to the location. Some of the school & other groups that have signed up provide transportation.

Program Cost: The full multi-week session of Bridger program for individuals and those coming as part of a group is $240. There are need-based scholarships available (email mlowry@eaglemount.org for support).

Dates: Program begins Saturday January 20th and ends Friday March 8th There is no program during President’s Weekend (Feb 17th - 19th)

Family Week is March 21st – 24th. Students from the weekly Bridger program can sign up for an AM or PM slot on one of those days and bring family members along for lessons, activities, and free skiing.

Timeslots for the Multi-Week Program:

Wednesday 1PM-3PM

Saturday & Sunday 10AM-Noon, 10:30AM-12:30PM, 1PM-3PM, 1:30PM-3:30PM

Group Slots: We have spaces reserved for some groups that have already signed up. This includes some schools, Counterpoint, and Reach. If you have questions about that, direct them to the teacher/group leader or snowsports@eagelmount.org

How to sign up: Please use THIS LINK to sign up for Bridger. This form helps us gather helpful information about schedules, gear needs, learning styles, and goals. If you are filling this out on behalf of a participant, please answer from their perspective as best you can. This information really helps us match our coaches to the lessons to create the best season possible! There is also a spot on the form to request a call from a staff member- we are always happy to answer questions and chat about the upcoming season!

Next Steps: Please wait to hear from us with your confirmed schedule. We will be accepting applications until December 1st. Slots will be assigned after December 1st via email. We look forward to a winter filled with joys, challenges, and accomplishments!

For more information, contact us at the Eagle Mount Ski Hut at (406) 586-9122 during the Bridger Bowl ski season or via email at snowsports@eaglemount.org.

If you are interested in Skiing or Snowboarding at Big Sky instead, please go to the Big Sky Page. Eagle Mount is now offering six-week sessions at Big Sky, as well!

Ice Skating

Experience the sheer delight and sense of freedom that come from gliding across the ice. Through the use of adaptive equipment and the help of dedicated volunteers, participants with a reduced ability to balance and those who use wheelchairs will become ice skaters during these fun, liberating sessions.

For questions regarding participating or volunteering, please email recreation@eaglemount.org.

Ice Skating will resume Fall of 2024.

Horsemanship

Learning how to handle and care for a horse promotes confidence, patience, self-esteem, and improves social skills. Horseback riding helps improve flexibility, balance, and muscle tone. Unmounted lessons focus on establishing a working relationship with a horse. Eagle Mount’s Adaptive Horsemanship instructors and program are certified through the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Int).

Check out the live progress on out Horsemanship Education Center here!

Participant Information:

Lessons are held for one hour, once a week in four week sessions year round. Participant assessments will be used to determine what type of lesson would be most beneficial and appropriate for each participant. Assessments are held most Mondays between 3p and 5p, please contact us at horsemanship@eaglemount.org to schedule a half hour appointment once all paperwork has been completed. Space is limited and filled on a rotating basis.

Volunteer Information:

Most volunteers serve as leaders and sidewalkers in lessons. Volunteer commitment is approximately one and one half hours per week for each four week session. Volunteers are also needed for barn chores and facility maintenance. No experience is necessary, training is held prior to volunteering.

Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor:

Eagle Mount offers the unique ability to certify yourself as a Therapeutic Riding Instructor. This is a very rewarding program, however it is also a significant commitment. If you are interested in pursuing this opportunity we recommend you download the following documentation for more information, and reach out to horsemanship@eaglemount.org to begin registration. Please see the forms box below to download a copy of the Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor Road Map 2023.

Family Aquatics

Family Water Exercise

Increase your fitness in the company of your family! These group classes are a popular way to exercise while having fun. Build strength and stamina during low-impact water workouts. Class instructors can modify exercises to suit your abilities. This class is designed for Eagle Mount Participants and family members aged 14 and older.

Family Swim

Want to swim with your loved ones just for the fun of it? This is a chance for you to enjoy the Eagle Mount saltwater pool together. A weekly hour-and-a-half-long session is provided outside of normal school and work hours so families can swim.


For more information or to reserve a space for your family, contact the Eagle Mount Aquatics Center at (406) 586-1781 or email aquatics@eaglemount.org.

Family Engagement

Eagle Mount understands the unique delights and challenges many families face when a family member has special needs. The Family Engagement program is designed to improve the lives of caregivers, parents and siblings by providing respite, support, and family-centered recreational opportunities. This goes right to the heart of Eagle Mount’s mission: using recreation as a means to improve and transform lives.

Participant Information:

Eagle Mount’s family engagement activities include events designed for participants and their families, as well as events designed exclusively for sibling groups and parents/guardians. Activities include incorporation into all our standard offerings, family camps, and special events held at our campus throughout the year.

Volunteer information:

Volunteers are needed to support our special events, family camps, and program collaborations.

For questions regarding participating or volunteering, please email familyengagement@eaglemount.org

Horticulture

Participate in the cycle of life through the practice of gardening. Our Horticulture Program encompasses many enriching and educational activities that bring us closer to nature and to each other including gardening and field trips. We offer options for a variety of interests, ages, and abilities.

Participant Information:

Do you love watching a garden come alive? How about understanding the benefits of growing your own food? Join us! Eagle Mount’s gardens and greenhouse aren’t just fun, they help improve memory, cognitive abilities, task initiation, language skills, and socialization. Horticulture can also help strengthen muscles and improve coordination, balance, and endurance.

Volunteer Information:

Volunteers are needed throughout the year prepping garden beds, water, winterizing, and leading activities with participants.

For questions regarding participating or volunteering, please email horticulture@eaglemount.org

Cycling

Savor the outdoors and get your blood pumping in a variety of locations throughout the Gallatin Valley on our weekly road rides. You may also wish to join us for occasional long Saturday rides where we explore new areas. This program requires a level of fitness that will support your safety and comfort on rides ranging from 12-15 miles. This program provides fun, adventure, and time to connect with other cycling enthusiasts.

In addition, we own a variety of adaptive cycles that we rent to members of the public. Please contact us if you are interested in renting an adaptive cycle.

Email recreation@eaglemount.org for more information.

Aquatics

Eagle Mount’s Aquatics Program offers year round adaptive swim and exercise opportunities to individuals with a wide range of abilities.  With the support of trained and dedicated staff and caring volunteers, people with disabilities enjoy the therapeutic benefits unique to our warm saltwater pool. From learning to swim to regaining strength and balance, our aquatic programs offer all participants the opportunity to engage with other participants, stay active and reach personal fitness goals.

Participant Information:

Adult and Young At Heart (YAH) Swim is for individuals over the age of 50 who also meet Eagle Mount’s Eligibility Guidelines. Our adult and Young at Heart classes offer water experiences designed to improve strength, balance, endurance, and overall health improvement.

Independent Exercise is a 45 minute block of time set aside for individuals who want to work at their own pace independently.

Young Adult Water Exercise Classes are for participants aged 18-30 who are looking for the opportunity to either swim laps together, or do water exercise once a week. In these classes we not only work on physical exercise, but also social communication. These classes are led by an instructor and are limited to 6 participants.

Family Swim provides an opportunity for families to enjoy the use of the entire pool for a 45 minute block of time. It is offered Monday through Saturday. Space is limited and must be scheduled in advance. There will be no instructor, but a lifeguard will be on duty.

Cancer Support Community water aerobics classes are held on Monday and Friday at 2:00 pm. Participants must register through the Cancer Support Community.

Volunteer Information:

Building relationships with children and adults in the Eagle Mount pool is a satisfying way to give back and help others achieve their goals. Volunteers are also needed for cleaning, administrative support, and special initiatives.

For questions regarding participating or volunteering, please email aquatics@eaglemount.org

Family Swim Registration

We offer Family Swim Mon. & Wed. at 6pm, Tues. &Thurs. at 5pm, and Fridays at 3pm, 4pm and 5pm. It costs $10 per swim, no matter how many members in your family attend. We cap the number of swimmers in the pool at 20 people. At least one attending member of your family must be eligible for Eagle Mount services.