The American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation
A 501(c)(3) non-profit organization working to provide year-round healthy & active lifestyles for all
The mission of the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation is:
To serve as good stewards of the American Birkebeiner Trail;
To support healthy and active lifestyles among people of all ages and abilities.
Our Why:
Our Values:
Originally established to maintain and promote the American Birkebeiner ski race, the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation (ABSF), fondly known as Birkie, has expanded to include active events beyond cross-country skiing. Today, the ABSF hosts outdoor events from Birkie Week to Epic Bike Fest, maintains state-of-the-art biking, skiing, and multiuse trails, and supports projects that promote healthy lifestyles.
The ABSF is a membership organization open to individuals, families, and businesses. Join today!
The Foundation is led by a Board of Directors as well as a year-round staff.
The American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 membership-based organization that is governed by non-profit foundation bylaws.
A.B.S.F. Bylaws
A.B.S.F. Procedures Manual
Board of Directors:
Meetings are held the 3rd Monday of each month at the Birkie office (10527 Main St, Hayward WI), at 3:00PM (normally, no meetings are held February, June or November). See the Annual Meeting information page for special information regarding the Annual Meeting.
Finance Committee:
Meets the same day as the Board of Directors meeting at 1:00PM, at the Birkie office (10527 Main St, Hayward WI).
