Foresight Ski Guides Inc.

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Foresight Ski Guides Inc.

Mark G. Davis and a team of terrific volunteers formed Foresight Ski Guides Inc. in 2001. Since then, thanks to the generous support of Vail Resorts, Colorado businesses and award-winning instructors, our team of dedicated guides has worked to improve the quality of life for hundreds of individuals who are blind or visually impaired. Through Foresight those individuals are able to gain access to outdoor recreational sports allowing them the same opportunity as sighted individuals to experience challenge recreation like skiing and snowboarding.

MISSION

Foresight Ski Guides’ mission is to promote fitness, athletic skills, personal achievement and self esteem for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. We provide challenge recreation opportunities by making snow sports easily accessible and affordable.

SAFE, SECURE, COMFORTABLE

Foresight Ski Guides provides everything our visually impaired or blind participants (VIPs) need for a safe, comfortable challenge recreation adventure: Personalized itinerary and on-site greeter, specially trained experienced ski guides, lift tickets, top-of-the-line equipment, ground transportation and lodging assistance.

SAFETY AND SERVICE ARE PRIORITIES

Foresight guides complete an intensive training program that focuses on safety, camaraderie and the pleasures of skiing with a friend. We take full advantage of today’s “smooth-as-silk” snow grooming and offer the world-class amenities and service provided by Vail and Beaver Creek Resorts. You will be assured of skillful, compassionate service with the overriding goal of ensuring your personal safety and comfort.

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