Personal Information

1. Last name (required):

2. First name (required):

3. E-mail address (required):

4. Address:

5. Address line 2:

6. City:

7. State or province abbreviation:

8. Zip or postal code:

9. Country, if other than the United States:

10. Cell phone:

11. Home phone, if different from cell:

12. Your name, as you wish it to appear on your event name-tag:

13. What is your job or profession (if retired what did you do before retirement):

14. What will your age be at the end of the 2027 SFL week (01/23/2027)?
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15. What is your gender?
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16. What is your height, in feet and inches?
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17. What is your weight, in pounds, required for guide/skier matching?
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18. Please describe your physical disability:

While SFL provides each participant with a personal ski guide for the week, the guide is not expected to assist with daily living skills such as showering or dressing. Participants are expected to either be able to do daily independent living skills or provide an attendant at the participant's expense. This also applies to your mobility in and around the event hotel and ski area. Please contact Nicole Haley, the Applications Coordinator, to learn more about this subject.

19. In addition to your physical disability, do you have a visual or hearing impairment?
19. Indicate whether or not you have a visual or hearing impairment, in addition to your physical disability, by selecting the appropriate response from this drop-down menu, then press the tab key to move to the next questionYes I have a visual or hearing impairment.No I do not have a visual or hearing impairment.

20. If yes, please describe:

21. Do you require, if available, a lift-equipped bus?
21. Indicate if you require a lift equipped bus, if available, by selecting the appropriate response from this drop-down menu, then press the tab key to move to the next questionYes, I require if available a lift equipped bus.No, I do not require a lift equipped bus.

22. On a lift-equipped bus, please describe your preferences/priorities for transferring to a bus seat versus remaining in a secured wheelchair after boarding:

23. Are you able to transfer independently, or with limited assistance, to a car or mini-van if a lift-equipped bus is not available?
23. Indicate whether or not you are able to transfer independently, or with limited assistance, to a car or mini-van if a lift equipped bus is not available, by selecting the appropriate response from this drop-down menu, then press the tab key to move to the next questionI can transfer to either a car or a mini-van.I can transfer to a car but not a mini-van.I can transfer to a mini-van but not a car.I cannot transfer to either a car or a mini-van.

24. Have you previously attended an in-person Ski for Light International Week (do not include the 2021 or 2022 Virtual events)?
24. Indicate whether or not you have previously attended an in-person Ski for Light International week (do not include the 2021 or 2022 Virtual events), by selecting the appropriate response from this drop-down menu, then press the tab key to move to the next questionYes, I have previously attended an in-person SFL event.No, I have not previously attended an in-person SFL event.

25. If you have previously attended an in-person SFL event, how many such events have you attended?
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26. If you have previously attended an in-person SFL event, in which year did you last attend?
26. If you have previously attended an in-person SFL event, indicate in which year you last attended by selecting the appropriate response from this drop-down menu, then press the tab key to move to the next question2026 (Granby, Colorado)2025 (Provo, Utah)2024 (Rhinelander, Wisconsin)2023 (Granby, Colorado)2020 (Casper, Wyoming)Prior to 2020

Room and Meals

27. Your Day of Arrival at the Event

Most participants will arrive in West Yellowstone on Sunday January 17, 2027, which is the official start of the SFL week. There are no event activities prior to this day for participants. Arrival exceptions exist for event organizers, who must arrive from one to three days early to do all of the work necessary to get ready for a successful week. Please indicate below the day that you currently anticipate checking into the Holiday Inn or Gray wolf Inn in West Yellowstone.

27. Indicate on what day you will check into the Holiday Inn or Gray Wolf Inn in West Yellowstone by selecting the appropriate response from this drop-down menu, then press the tab key to move to the next question. Most participants will arrive at the event on Sunday January 17, but arrival exceptions exist for event organizers who must arrive from one to three days early to do all of the work necessary to get ready for a successful week.Thursday January 14Friday January 15Saturday January 16Sunday January 17

28. Housing for the week: All Mobility-impaired participants will be housed in the Indian Peaks Lodge on the grounds of Snow Mountain Ranch during the SFL week. Indian Peaks is a traditional hotel type building. each of the 79 rooms in Indian Peaks contains two queen beds, a sofa sleeper, a mini fridge, a microwave oven, a table and two chairs, an end table and a balcony or patio. There is a dresser and a nightstand. There is hanging space opposite the sink. All rooms have a private bathroom, in room telephone and wireless internet access, but none contain a television. Linens and towels are provided. Indian Peaks has a central lounge area for games and relaxation, with free tea and coffee service.

Your total cost for the week will depend on which of the available options you select below.
28. Indicate your housing preference for the week by selecting the appropriate response from this drop-down menu, then press the tab key to move to the next question.Double-occupancy, Indian Peaks Lodge, $825 per personsingle-occupancy, Indian Peaks Lodge, $1,180

Prices shown include: room and all meals from Sunday evening January 17 through Sunday morning January 24; round-trip transportation between the Bozeman airport and West Yellowstone (on designated days and at designated times); all cross-country trail and other fees; and most afternoon and evening programs and activities. The cost of transportation from home to and from Bozeman is the responsibility of the participant. Full payment is due from all accepted applicants by November 15, 2026.

29. Do you require a wheelchair-accessible room?

Wheelchair-accessible rooms have 36" doorways and low closet bars and bathroom counters, and transfer bars surrounding the toilet and bath/shower. Bathrooms have small roll-in showers with a fold-down shower bench and a detachable shower head. Bathrooms in non-accessible rooms have a tub/shower combination with a narrower bathroom doorway.

29. Indicate whether or not you require a wheelchair-accessible room by selecting the appropriate response from this drop-down menu, then press the tab key to move to the next question. Wheelchair-accessible rooms have 36 inch doorways and low closet bars and bathroom counters, and transfer bars surrounding the toilet and bath/shower. Bathrooms have small roll-in showers with a fold-down shower bench and a detachable shower head. Bathrooms in non-accessible rooms have a tub/shower combination with a narrower bathroom doorway.Yes, I require a wheelchair-accessible room.No, I do not require a wheelchair-accessible room.

30. If you have requested a double-occupancy room, what is the name of your preferred roommate, if any. If you do not have someone specific in mind, please describe the type of person with whom you would like to be paired as a roommate.

31. Any mobility-impaired participant with a financial need who resides in the United States, who is not requesting a single room, and who is not arriving early at the event is eligible to apply for a stipend to partially offset the cost of attending the Event. Stipend amounts will usually range between 30% and 60% of the event fee. If you would like to receive an application for such assistance please so indicate below.
31. Any mobility-impaired participant with a financial need who resides in the United States, who is not requesting a single room, and who is not arriving early at the event is eligible to apply for a stipend to partially offset the cost of attending the event. Stipend amounts will usually range between 30% and 60% of the event fee. Indicate whether or not you would like to receive an application for such assistance by selecting the appropriate response from this drop-down menu, then press the tab key to move to the next question.No, I do not wish to receive an application for financial assistance.Yes, I would like to receive an application for financial assistance.

32. Please indicate below which of the three available menu plans would be your choice for dinners during the week. Please be aware that all entrees for each of the three plans will be gluten free.
32. Indicate your desired menu plan for the week by selecting the appropriate response from this drop-down menu, then press the tab key to move to the next question. Please be aware that all entrees for each of the three plans will be gluten free.The standard menu plan, which includes red meat, poultry and seafood, as well as other foods.The pescatarian menu plan, which includes eggs, dairy products and seafood as well as other sources of protein (legumes and soy/tofu) but no red meat or poultry. This meal plan may occasionally include vegan entrees.The vegan menu plan, which is plant based and includes vegetables, fruits, beans, legumes, soy/tofu, grains, nuts, and seeds, but no red meat, poultry, seafood, eggs or dairy products.

Please note that the Standard, Pescatarian and vegan menu plans are the only three menu options that will be available during the week. Thank you for understanding and cooperating with these choices.

33. Please indicate below if you would like to have gluten free bread, rolls and dessert at meals.
33. Indicate whether or not you would like gluten free bread, rolls and dessert at meals by selecting the appropriate response from this drop-down menu, then press the tab key to move to the next questionNo, I do not want gluten free bread, rolls and desserts.Yes, I would like gluten free bread, rolls and desserts.

Skiing Information and Preferences

34. What is your current level of cross-country skiing ability?
34. Indicate your current level of cross-country skiing ability by selecting the appropriate response from this drop-down menu, , then press the tab key to move to the next questionBeginner - Little or no cross-country skiing experience, never skied before or not yet comfortable with basic techniques.Intermediate - Some experience with all aspects of cross-country skiing, but not yet comfortable in all areas.Advanced - Comfortable with all techniques for traversing level ground and hills.

35. First-time participants, please describe any cross-country or other skiing experience you have had:

36. Please select the option that best describes your skiing plans or goals for the week.
36. Select the option that best describes your skiing plans or goals for the week by selecting the appropriate response from this drop-down menu, , then press the tab key to move to the next questionAggressive - I plan to ski hard over a considerable distance every day to improve my competitive skills.Moderate - I plan to ski more recreationally than competitively but to ski a good distance every day.Leisurely - I plan to ski recreationally but not cover too great a distance (for instance 10 kilometers or less) every day.Minimal - I plan to ski at a more leisurely pace over relatively short distances.None of the above - Please explain below.

37. Please provide any additional or clarifying comments on this subject:

38. How important is it to you to have a guide who will focus on teaching you improved ski techniques?
38. Indicate how important it is to you to have a guide who will focus on teaching you improved skiing techniques by selecting the appropriate response from this drop-down menu, , then press the tab key to move to the next questionVery important - I definitely want a guide who will work with me to improve my technique.Somewhat important - I would like to spend some time working on improving my technique.Not important - I prefer to mostly just ski together.

39. Briefly describe your recent activity to maintain your physical fitness. Include what activities, how often, distance and/or duration.

40. The number of visually- and mobility-impaired applicants who can be admitted to attend each event is based on how many instructor guides have applied to attend. If there is an unexpected shortage of guides due to last minute cancellations, what would be your preferred guide/skier arrangement?
40. Identify your desired guide/skier arrangement for the week, in the event of a guide shortage, by selecting the appropriate response from this drop-down menu, then press the tab key to move to the next question. The number of visually- and mobility-impaired applicants who can be admitted to attend each event is based on how many instructor guides have applied to attend, but last minute cancellations can create an unexpected guide shortage.I really want my own full-time guide for the entire weekI am willing if necessary to share a guide with another skier and to only ski about half of the dayI would actually prefer to share a guide with another skier, and to only ski about half of the day

41. Will you be bringing your own skiing equipment to the event (sit-ski and poles, or other)?
41. Indicate whether or not you will be bringing your own skiing equipment, sit-ski and poles or other, to the event by selecting the appropriate response from this drop-down menu, , then press the tab key to move to the next questionYes, I will be bringing my own skiing equipment.No, I will not be bringing my own skiing equipment.

42. If yes, please describe the equipment you will be bringing:

Other Information

43. The Ski for Light Bulletin

The Ski for Light Bulletin is a newsletter that informs people in the SFL community about events and activities of interest. It is distributed three times a year. Which edition of the Ski for Light Bulletin would you like to receive?

43. Select the edition of the Ski for Light Bulletin that you would like to receive by selecting the appropriate response from this drop-down menu, , then press the tab key to move to the next questionI would like to receive the e-mail edition of the SFL Bulletin.I would like to receive the ink-print edition of the SFL Bulletin.

44. Attendee List

Ski for Light distributes a list of attendees to each person coming to the event, by e-mail, prior to the start of the event. Information on the list includes each person's name, city and state (or country) of residence, and e-mail address. If you would like your name and contact information excluded from this list, please so indicate by checking the box below.

44. If you would like your name and contact information excluded from the event attendee list distributed to all event attendees please check this box.

45. First-time participants, how did you first hear about Ski for Light?

46. First-time participants, please comment, in the space below, what would coming to this years SFL event mean to you?

47. Repeat Participants: To enable us to better evaluate your application, please comment, in the space below, on the effect SFL has had on your lifestyle, and/or your level of involvement with SFL International, regional programs, and other health- or fitness-related organizations and activities.

48. SFL is supported by several fraternal or service organizations such as the Sons of Norway, Lion's clubs, Delta Gamma, and others. If you are a member of or affiliated with any such organization(s), please tell us about your connection in the space below.

49. Emergency contact name. Please enter only one. Additional emergency contacts can be added in the comments field at the end of the application if desired.

50. Emergency contact phone. Please enter only one. Additional emergency contacts can be added in the comments field at the end of the application if desired.

51. Emergency contact e-mail address. Please enter only one. Additional emergency contacts can be added in the comments field at the end of the application if desired.

52. Emergency contact relationship

53. Additional information or comments, if any, for Nicole Haley, the Mobility-impaired Participant Application Coordinator:

Required General Waiver of Liability

54. Please click here to read the Description of Cross-country Skiing and the Ski for Light International Week and the General Waiver of Liability for the 2027 International Week. If you accept the terms of the General Waiver of Liability, please so indicate by checking the box below.

Yes, I have read the description of Cross-country Skiing and the Ski for Light International Week and the General Waiver of Liability for the 2027 International Week and I accept the terms and conditions presented.

Required Communicable Disease Waiver of Liability

55. Please click here to read the Description of Communicable Diseases and the Ski for Light International Week and the Communicable Disease Waiver of Liability for the 2027 International Week. If you accept the terms and conditions of the Communicable Disease Waiver of Liability please so indicate by checking the box below

Yes, I have read the description of Communicable Diseases and the Ski for Light International Week and the Communicable Disease Waiver of Liability for the 2027 International Week and I accept the terms and conditions presented.

Required Agreement to Abide by the Ski for Light Code of Conduct Policy

56. Please click here to read the Code of Conduct Policy of Ski for Light, Inc. If you agree to abide by all of the provisions and requirements of the Code of Conduct Policy during the 2027 event, please so indicate by checking the box below

Yes, I have read the Code of Conduct Policy of Ski for Light, Inc., and I agree to abide by all of the provisions and requirements of the policy during the 2027 event.