Mark your calendars and dust off those stories—our biannual banquet is coming up, and it’s always a great time! Date: September 27Time: 12:00 PM (Noon)Location: Maplewood Golf Course 4050 Maple Valley HighwayRenton, WA 98058 We love to entertain—and we’d love a little help from you! We’re putting together a slideshow and need your best photos (on the slopes, après ski, … [Read more...] about Ancient Skiers 2026 Biannual Banquet
NW Ski Hall of Fame Due in June
Don’t forget to submit your nominations for the NW Ski Hall of Fame by the end of June. Along with the nomination, please include a written statement detailing the individual’s accomplishments or contributions to the snow sports industry, and if available, include photos to support the nomination. Nominations can be emailed to Board@AncientSkiers.com. … [Read more...] about NW Ski Hall of Fame Due in June
Welcome New Board Member Rick Stocks
Wayne Johnson, our vice president for six years, has submitted his resignation from the Board. He will continue contributing to our website and newsletter. Wayne is an accomplished ski historian and a notable collector of ski memorabilia. His ski industry legacy dates back to the late sixties and early seventies as a ski shop owner and manufacturer’s rep. You’ll still see Wayne … [Read more...] about Welcome New Board Member Rick Stocks
Sun Valley 2026
Our 2026 Sun Valley Ancient Skiers Reunion is fast approaching! We can’t wait to see you January 11th - 18th as we not only celebrate Ancient Skiers, it’s also Sun Valley’s 90th Season! Quoted from the Sun Valley website: “Since 1936, Sun Valley Resort has set the standard with legendary terrain and unmatched hospitality at America’s original destination ski resort. From … [Read more...] about Sun Valley 2026
Fred Stray 1936 – 2025
Fred Stray was the kind of man who led from behind, empowering others to shine. Born in Seattle and raised on a farm in Redmond, Fred always carried with him a zest for life, a love for apple orchards, and a down-to-earth spirit marked by honesty, humility, and care. He graduated from Lake Washington High School in 1954. After high school, Fred served two years in the … [Read more...] about Fred Stray 1936 – 2025