10 Ski Events That Make Winter Sports More Accessible for Everyone

"I learned that Open Slopes PDX began as a one-off BIPOC ski night at Mt. Hood Skibowl in 2021 and has since evolved into an organization that organizes ski and snowboard outings for BIPOC individuals, often providing equipment rentals, lift tickets, transportation, training, and dinner at zero cost while also creating job opportunities for mentors." - Matt Kirouac Matt Kirouac Matt Kirouac is a travel writer with a passion for national parks. He’s a culinary school graduate and a recent transplant to Oklahoma City after two and a half years of RV living. He covers LGBTQIA+ travel, food, and all things Disney. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines