If you believe in what we stand for, we encourage you to become an ABSF member!
The members-only “Ben’s Birkie Scoop” is a monthly email sent to you directly from Ben Popp, ABSF Executive Director.
Get first choice and for only $175 before spots are made available to non-members, who pay $200 (space permitting).
The American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation board governs race operations, influences Birkie trail development, and guides Foundation programs.
Run for the ABSF board so that you can contribute your ideas, passion, and vision for the Birkie, work together with other like-minded Birkie supporters, and be part of the behind-the-scenes energy that drives the Birkie!
This ABSF event is held in early August at the Great Hall, at the American Birkebeiner Trailhead. Hear first-hand from the Birkie board on all facets of the ABSF, ask questions, and enjoy a great time with fellow Birkie supporters!
In store, save on all regularly priced merchandise, including a wide range of family and tech apparel, Birkie Beans coffee, gifts and more.
Compliments of the Birkie! Enjoy wearing your member’s-only Birkie swag to show off your support of the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation.
This new pass for ABSF Guardian and Leadership Level members includes the mandatory winter Birkie Trail Ski Pass ($50 value) but, also helps the Birkie in summer with a voluntary donation— “Because trails, like skiers, are made in the summer!” The Year- Round Birkie trail pass runs from April 1, 2018 – March 31, 2019.
Thursday night of Birkie week, at the Steakhouse in Hayward. Great food, friends, and chance to win a pair of Commemorative Birkie Skis, courtesy of Madshus!
* All ABSF members receive a Birkie static window cling for your car, home, or office.
** Email us if you want the Annual ABSF pin at audun.mikkelson@birkie.com.
You have several membership options for joining the ABSF, each with its own cost, benefits and perks. There are three membership types to choose from; Individual, Family or Business. Each type offers your choice of three levels; Birkie Leader, Birkie Guardian, or Birkie Supporter. Membership in the ABSF runs annually from April 1 – March 31. Look at the benefits below and choose the option that is best for you!
Contact Audun Mikkelson for more information: audun.mikkelson@birkie.com or 907-433-9265 (cell).
Birkie Leader | Birkie Guardian | Birkie Supporter |
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Individual | $300 | $132 | $36 |
Top Ten Reasons to Join | Top Ten Reasons to Join | Top Ten Reasons to Join | |
"Members Only" Ski Buff | "Members Only" Ski Buff | Does Not Include Trail Pass | |
Year-Round Birkie Trail Pass | Year-Round Birkie Trail Pass | ||
“Members Only” Hydration Belt | |||
Family | $540 | $280 | $72 |
Top Ten Reasons to Join | Top Ten Reasons to Join | Top Ten Reasons to Join | |
2 "Members Only" Ski Buffs | 2 "Members Only" Ski Buffs | Does Not Include Trail Pass | |
Family Year-Round Birkie Trail Pass * | Family Year-Round Birkie Trail Pass * | ||
2 “Members Only” Hydration Belts | |||
Business | $540 | $280 | $72 |
Top Ten Reasons to Join | Top Ten Reasons to Join | Top Ten Reasons to Join | |
2 "Members Only" Ski Buffs | 2 "Members Only" Ski Buffs | Annual Birkie Poster | |
2 Year-Round Birke Trail Passes | 2 Year-Round Birke Trail Passes | Does Not Include Trail Pass | |
2 “Members Only” Hydration Belts | Annual Birkie Poster | ||
Annual Birkie Poster | |||
Join Now! | Join Now! | Join Now! |
* Includes passes for two adults and children 13-18 (children under 13 are free)