HISTORY
Early Days (1915-1930s):
The Solberg brothers brought skiing to Flagstaff in 1915, using homemade skis on Sheep Hill. In the 1930s, Arizona State Teachers College (now NAU) started its Winter Sports Carnival and a ski club, which developed runs on the San Francisco Peaks.
Arizona Snowbowl's Beginnings (1938):
Arizona Snowbowl, one of the oldest continually operating ski areas in the country, emerged from this early skiing activity. The US Forest Service permitted the construction of a road and ski lodge on the western slopes of the Peaks, marking the formal beginning of Snowbowl.
Flagstaff Ski & Snowboard Team (1967):
The Flagstaff Ski Club, operating under the name Flagstaff Ski & Snowboard Team, was established to provide a competitive training ground for young skiers and snowboarders.
Growth and Development:
The team, now with over 180 athletes, trains at the Arizona Snowbowl and competes in the US Ski & Snowboard Southern Series. They focus on developing skills, sportsmanship, and a deep appreciation for the outdoors.
Today:
The Flagstaff Ski & Snowboard Team continues to be a significant part of the Flagstaff winter sports community, offering a structured program for junior athletes and fostering a strong sense of family and community.
