The Kelly Brush Foundation is an amazing organization that inspires and empowers people with spinal cord injuries to live active and engaged lives. Read about Kelly’s story. 

The Kelly Brush Foundation is also a crucial partner in the purchase of on-snow safety equipment such as B Net, Stop the Bleed Kits and Stop the Bleed education for snowsports programs throughout the country. In recent years the KBF has supported OMS / Okemo Competitions / OMARA with the purchase of almost $24,000 in new fencing through matching grants as well as access to discounted, professional Stop the Bleed Kits and training for our OMS and Okemo coaching staff. 

KBF has a direct impact on the safety of all the athletes that participate in our Okemo snow sports programs! It is time to give back!!

This Fall celebrates the 20th Annual Kelly Brush Ride in Vermont! 

How to get involved:

Okemo Mountain School is hosting a Ride for Kelly Brush Day Sunday, September 28, 2025 from 1 - 3 pm at OMS! Join friends for:

• a road/gravel bike ride (about 12 miles) and/or

• a mountain bike ride on the new LAST Trails in Ludlow in support of KBF!

• Learn more and register today!

A special challenge from Kathy and Scott Burns:

Kathy and Scott Burns have generously pledged to match up to $2000 in donations from our Okemo community. Whether you participate in the Sept 6th ride in VT or CA, the OMS Ride for Kelly Brush Day, or simply donate, let's meet (or exceed!) the generous Burns match and raise at least $4,000 for this great cause!

MAKE YOUR GIFT TO KBF!

In the “Leave us a note” section on the donation form please add “Okemo Mountain School”, so KBF knows you are participating in the Burns match challenge.

OMS Ride for Kelly Brush Day Details:
Check in at the registration table by 1 pm
Suggested minimum $50 donation per rider to KBF - donate Donate!
Pizza and beverages for each rider after the ride sponsored by OMARA!
Rain or shine!

No matter whether you choose to ride or just simply donate, you are supporting the Kelly Brush Foundation’s mission to make active lifestyles possible for people with spinal cord injuries as well as making on-snow safety a reality for our Okemo snow sports athletes!!

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Join us at the parking lot / trailhead at Pine Hill Park on Saturday, May 31st for The Boot Pro’s third annual FREE Bike Demo Day in Rutland, VT. 

Come explore the trail system at Pine Hill Park with one of The Boot Pro Guides.  They’ll set you up on a full suspension E-Bike or traditional Mt Bike and show you our favorite trails. It’s your chance to experience and learn about a bike's fit, handling, and performance on the trail! 

All skill levels are welcome. Come out to ride with The Boot Pros and learn more about Specialized bikes. If you fall in love with your demo bike, our rental fleet & new bikes are available for purchase at our shop in Ludlow!

First come, first served.  See you there!

More details: 

https://www.thebootpro.net/blogs/shop-talk/free-bike-demo-day-at-pine-hill-park/

Where: Pine Hill Park, Rutland, VT

When: Saturday, May 31st from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. (last ride goes out at 2:30)

Rides: Group guided rides will leave our tent on 30 - 45 minute intervals.

Registration on site and a credit card deposit is required to participate.

Meet at the LAST Back 40. We’ll be finishing up the climbing trail on the upper loop.