Youth Skimo at SnowGoat

Because uphill is for kids, too.

Skimo isn’t just for adults, kids can do it too. If you’ve ever dreamed of touring with your children, or cheering them on at a SnowGoat Skimo race, you’re in the right place.

With Ski Mountaineering making its Olympic debut and a rapid growth of youth uphill and skimo programs from Maine to California, the Pacific Northwest is stepping up and joining the movement.

SnowGoat Skimo is committed to building a strong, welcoming pathway for youth athletes, from their very first uphill steps to race-day confidence.

Youth Intro to Touring Courses (2025–2026)

For the 2025/2026 season, SnowGoat is partnering with The Summit at Snoqualmie to offer Introduction to Touring courses, modeled after Summit’s highly successful adult programs.

February 5th, 2026 @ Summit West
February 12th, 2026 @ Summit West

Date: February 5th and 12th (Thursdays) 2026
Time: 5:30-7pm
Location: Summit West Snowsports bldg for check in
Cost: $20.00 per person (this is currently for the youth participants)
Instructors: Rich Bennett, Tammy Vupham, Ryck Hoopes
 
Description of the program: Introduce young people to ski touring equipment and best practices for travelling uphill on skis through the use of skill building challenges, games and fun competition.

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Gear: Rent, Buy, Grow

Outgrowing gear is part of the deal:

SnowGoat helps build a growing youth gear closet to support new athletes entering the sport through Pro Ski in North Bend.

If you have questions about getting your child started in skimo, gear recommendations, or upcoming youth opportunities, reach out anytime.

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