Giving Opportunities

We thank you for your consideration of a gift to the Expansion Fund at Mont Ripley. The success of Mont Ripley is built on the support of people like you—individuals who understand the importance of outdoor recreation, community, and creating lasting memories for Michigan Tech students and visitors of all ages.

As Mont Ripley remains a popular destination, we will continue to make investments in its future. Thanks to the contributions of alumni and friends, we were recently able to acquire adjacent property that will soon be developed into additional parking space.

Through the power of collective giving, you can join other alumni and friends to ensure that future generations can enjoy this incredible ski area. In addition to areas that have already been targeted for improvements, we have updated our expansion plans to include a few new areas of smaller, more immediate impact.

We'd love to hear from you if you have thoughts or ideas you’d like to share. Contact Chris Maxson at montripley@mtu.edu

Blizzard at Mont Ripley

Our Chalet is the heart of Mont Ripley—a place where guests relax, socialize, and take in the breathtaking views of the Keweenaw Peninsula. We plan to expand the Chalet deck to provide additional outdoor seating and gathering areas. We will also add a ramp from the parking lot to the main floor of the Chalet, improving accessibility.

Snowmaking at sunrise
As we saw last winter, snow coverage in the Copper Country is not always reliable. By upgrading to more energy-efficient and reliable snow guns, we can open earlier, extend the ski season, and provide optimal conditions throughout the winter.
Magic Carpet
One of our top priorities is to make the sport more accessible to everyone—especially those just starting. We plan to add a new magic carpet surface lift in our beginner and learning areas.

With 115 acres in the snowiest place in the Midwest, Mont Ripley is a vital recreation resource for Michigan Tech and the Keweenaw. As the University and community expand, there are opportunities for our facilities to grow and enhance the accessibility of our facilities and ski hill to better welcome everyone who comes to enjoy Mont Ripley. Will you show your support of Mont Ripley with a gift today?

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