B4BC x Baldface Lodge Fundraiser
They say you can’t enjoy sunshine without the rain. For women suffering from a breast cancer diagnosis, we want to provide an opportunity for some seriously brilliant sunshine—in the form of a mountain full of snow!
Baldface Lodge is a snowboarder’s paradise, and with your help, our goal is to send 2-4 women to this wintry alpine oasis for the retreat of a lifetime.
Baldface a dream destination for any snowboard or ski enthusiast. In addition to the expansive landscape and endless options for fun, Baldface distinguishes itself from other resorts due to it’s solitude. Accessible only by helicopter or shuttle from Nelson and lacking any semblance of cell reception upon arrival, being at Baldface Lodge forces you to be in the moment—exactly what some women might need after spending substantial time and energy focusing on their diagnosis, perhaps even long months or years of treatment.
Estelle Pensiero, daughter of Jeff and Paula Pensiero, owners of Baldface Lodge, is growing up slashing lips and riding lines in the Nelson/Baldface backcountry.
“I am super grateful to be growing up at Baldface—the beauty, the stoke, and the magic of the mountains is my medicine. It means so much to me to share this experience with women who really need it.”
Colleen Dougherty, recipient for last year’s 2019 Baldface trip
While every adventure at the lodge is one for the books, Ladies Week is extra special. When women come together in a space overflowing with support, encouragement, and chances for intimate conversation and connection, the soul responds with genuine healing. This, on top of perfect powder turns and breathtaking views, and you get an atmosphere of positivity and pure bliss through and through!
“To put it simply: I’ve never felt more love and support than at Baldface Lodge. And mostly it came from a collective whole wild force of women…wow. Those epic mountains of the Koots realigned me. They invigorated me to get back in touch with my soul, my heart, and to keep chasing lines and challenging myself—it was all a dream come true,” said Colleen Dougherty, one of our recipients for last year’s Baldface trip, pictured above.
Bee Nikula was another recipient from last year’s trip. The quote she shares about her time at Baldface eloquently sums up the impact a trip like this can have.
“The day we flew into the lodge, reality set in at how amazing this beautiful life is. Immediately, a huge wave of gratitude took over. The fundraising of B4BC was making this dream a reality for me. For almost a week, the focus wasn’t on my diagnosis, it was to have fun, to be in the mountains with incredible women, and to ride some of the best terrain imaginable. To be amongst the mountains and contagious laughter and smiles was a constant reminder that everything was going to be okay. Each time we got to a bottom of a line, I would look up and be in awe of the beauty around me. The stoke was high, everyone was cheering on each other, ending each day with huge high fives and hugs.”
“I’m honored to help support these women get a chance like this. I think anyone who spends their time in the mountains, and on a snowboard (or skis!), understands the soulfulness of sharing outdoor experiences with other like-minded people. I have always considered my snowboarding and time outside healing, and I’m excited to have time in a remote location like this with other women,” said Megan Pischke, B4BC’s Marketing Manager and Wellness Director.
It’s not often that you get presented with the opportunity to help make a dream come true. This, right here, could not only be your chance to brighten someone’s rainy day, but also to come up on some swag of your own!
Using the Instagram handle @b4bcxbaldfaceauction, we are hosting a fundraiser by auctioning off premium product from our top sponsors like Dakine, Yeti, Gnu, Sun Bum, Suja, VonZipper, and so many more—plus, custom art and jewelry! All proceeds go to the B4BC x Baldface fund. Bidding is open now until December 18 at 7 p.m.
There are THREE WAYS you can support:
1. Click here to donate to our Baldface Classy Fundraising page.
2. Check out our Baldface x B4BC Instagram auction and bid on an item from one of our fabulous partners. @b4bcxbaldfaceauction
3. Click here to donate flight miles to help cover travel to the lodge.
If you are managing a breast cancer diagnosis or treatment yourself and would like to attend this once-in-a-lifetime Baldface retreat, click here to apply for the lottery.
More on B4BC and the outdoor Chasing Sunshine Survivor Wellness Retreats here.
