Erin Fuller - Big Sky Kids Director
In November 2007, a local woman contacted me about Peter, her seven year old grandson from Texas. Peter had a rare brain tumor, and he and his family had recently been told that treatments would not work. At this point, they stopped all treatments and turned their focus to spending time doing wonderful things as a family. Peter had a long stated dream to ride down an avalanche atop a polar bear. While this is not an experience we could provide, Peter’s grandmother thought skiing down a mountain would be the closest substitute. While normally Peter and his family would be invited to our Spring Fling event, his doctors were not optimistic that he would be with us in late March. The Eagle Ski staff and Big Sky Resort immediately jumped on board to provide an incredible day of skiing for Peter and his family on New Year’s Eve. This proved to be an absolutely amazing day for Peter, his sister, two brothers, mom, and dad, as well as all the volunteers and staff that helped make it happen. I know it is a day that I will never forget. Peter passed away March 11, 2008, but the memories and smiles made that day will stay with all of us forever. Watch a video of the day on YouTube and/or Watch a slideshow of the day on YouTube

Chris McGregor
A family from Ohio visited during the winter of 2007 to ski at Big Sky. Meredith skied with one of the children and invited them to come back in the summer. They did, and when the child arrived at Eagle Mount, she came running out of the car yelling, "Meredith, Meredith!" She was so excited to not only see the friend she made skiing, but also to go horseback riding. An absolutely precious child and precious moment. What a great opportunity to meet the family of the child and see the wonderful positive impact Eagle Mount has on their lives.