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Join us to benefit Friends of Colorado Avalanche Information Center and AIARE on October 9th from 6PM - 9PM. If you aren't able to get tickets , join us virtually to make to benefit this core component of our community.
Bentgate Mountaineering's Ski Season Kick-off Party - Designed for the Deep - Presented by Black Diamond is on Oct. 9th, 2025! Every year hundreds of dedicated skiers and riders from around the front range come out to celebrate the coming snow at Bentgate Mountaineering.
The event is open to the public, admission is $10($12.51 with $2.51 ticketing platform fees charged to maximize proceeds to beneficiaries). and TICKETS ARE REQUIRED!! Each ticket includes General Admission, One Beverage and One Sweepstakes Entry**
IF TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT, JOIN THE WAITING LIST AND PARTICIPATE VIRTUALLY IF YOU DO NOT GET TICKETS!!
If you do not get tickets here is how you can participate virtually:
SHOP ONLINE FROM 10AM-10PM MDT on 10/9 at BENTGATE.COM WITH COUPON CODE SSKP10 to SAVE 10% on your purchase AND Bentgate will donate 10% of profits from your online purchase to beneficiaries*
*exclusions apply. benefit and discount does not apply to demo, used, sale or bike related items. discount cannot be combined with other discount offers. offer only available between 10AM-10PM MDT on 10/9/25 using provided coupon code.
Details:
The Kick-off party is a fundraiser for the Colorado Avalanche Information Center and AIARE. It includes food and beverages, a huge sweepstakes, tips and tricks corner with avalanche professionals, 45 minute Avy Aware clinic with Colorado Adventure Guides, and a live presentation featuring Bjorn Leines.
Location:
Bentgate Mountaineering
1313 Washington Ave., Golden, CO 80401
Schedule:
The sweepstakes** include tons of great gear from skis to avy gear and even avy safety courses! Item winners will be individually selected, giving you the option to pick exactly what you want to win. Sweepstakes Drawing starts at 8:30.
All Proceeds from tickets, sweepstakes and beverage/food sales will go to support the Friends of the Colorado Avalanche Information Center and AIARE
FAQs:
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
We can be reached at [email protected] or at 303 271 9382
How can I request an accessibility accommodation?
To request an accessibility accommodation, please contact the Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC) at 303-499-9650 or [email protected] at least two weeks in advance of the event. CAIC will make every effort to provide an accommodation.
Are dogs allowed?
Dogs are not allowed at this year's event. Service dogs excepted.
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
An ID is required to receive a wristband for Alcoholic beverages
Sweepstakes Details:
Prize List:
Glidelite Mix Fixed Length STS Climbing Skins
Cirque Pack
Traverse Ski Pole
Impulse TI Skis
Helio Carbon Skis
Colorado Adventure Guide AIARE Companion Rescue Course
Colorado Adventure Guide AIARE Companion Rescue Course
**No purchase necessary to enter. US residents only. Prizes will be available for pickup at 1313 Washington Ave. Golden, CO 80401 until 10/16/25. Winner is responsible for additional shipping and handling charges if prizes cannot be picked up in store. Prizes not picked up by 10/16/25 will be awarded to the next selected sweepstakes entrant. Send a letter to 1313 Washington Ave. Golden, CO 80401 with the subject "Friends of CAIC Sweepstakes" and include your name, email address, and item selection for a free entry. Letters must be received before 10/8/25.