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STEAMBOAT WATER RAMP PROJECT OVERVIEW

Updated 4.10.2026

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NEED CASE

Must Relocate from Bald Eagle Lake

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Thanks to the MacArthur family, the current facility has served SSWSC and many local athletes for 20+ years contributing directly to their success in multiple sports.

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This facility will close after summer 2026 for residential use.

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PROJECT SUMMARY

  1. SSWSC has executed a LOI with Steamboat Resort to explore building a replacement facility in the Voodoo complex
  2. Permit applications are underway
  3. Facility to be modeled off recent Bristol Mountain installation
    1. Two jumps with folding pneumatic tops + 4 in-ground trampolines
  4. ~$1 million initial project budget
    • ~$400k already committed by Native Excavating/MacArthur's for site work
    • Remaining fundraising requirement of ~$600k
    • Project budget includes a long-term facility maintenance reserve
  5. Targeting 2026 construction – pending permits and definitive agreements
  6. Targeting summer 2027 opening

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SITE PLAN

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A UNIQUE FACILITY, MANY USES

  • Steamboat has the only water ramp + trampoline complex in Colorado
  • Only other water ramp facility in Western U.S. at the Utah Olympic Park (UOP) in Park City closed late summer 2026 & potentially 2027
  • Many SSWSC programs use water ramps and/or trampolines for training and recreation

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CRITICAL for SAFETY & PERFORMANCE

  1. Mastering new flipping, twisting, and off-axis tricks 1st on the trampoline, 2nd on water ramp, and 3rd on snow is critical to avoid catastrophic injuries
    1. A progression with a long-established record of safety
  2. Water ramps are more efficient than downslope airbags
    • ½ the number of stairs to walk = 2x the number of jumps per session
  3. Fun, skill progression, and volume during summer

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EXTENSIVE SSWSC USAGE

Over 200 current SSWSC athletes log over 1,300 training days annually at Bald Eagle!

  • SSWSC facility usage has more than doubled since 2019
  • Heavy additional use by visiting regional freestyle teams

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A GROWING NEED

The demand for this type of training will only increase!

  • The ramp and tramp facility benefits all programs and disciplines
  • Enrollment in acrobatic disciplines continues to grow

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A LOCAL & REGIONAL FACILITY

  • Steamboat water ramp is systemically important to SSWSC, Colorado, and the USA
  • 7 of the 8 2026 US Moguls Olympians trained extensively at Bald Eagle Lake
    • Including SSWSC alums Jaelin Kauff and Landon Wendler
    • Jaelin and Elizabeth Lemley won 4 Olympic medals (including 1 Gold)!
  • 1 of only 3 water ramps in the US and 1 of 2 while UOP is closed for construction.

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MANY USES FOR ALL

From technical acrobatic training to air awareness and physical literacy, the water ramp and trampoline facility provides many Steamboat kids a variety of opportunities.

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MANY USES FOR ALL

A fun mix of activities at the facility allow kids to play and explore their boundaries!

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THE UOP IS TOO FAR AWAY

Without a Water Ramp in Steamboat, a LOT of driving to Utah!

  • Depending on age, serious participants would require 15 to 30 days of ramping in Utah each summer
  • That would require 4 to 8 trips to Utah (pending camp lengths)
  • Debate the # of days and trips, hard to debate the pain and expense of travel!
  • Too far away to engage youngest local participants (youth under 10 years old)

Coaches should be coaching not driving!

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CAPITAL CAMPAIGN GOAL: $1mm

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Initial budget based on Bristol installation adjusted for inflation, location, and facility differences. Itemized budget to be developed upon completion of engineered plans.

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NEXT STEPS & TIMELINE

  1. Permit applications - In Process
  2. Lead donor campaign – April
  3. Complete fully engineered plans – April and May
  4. Launch general fundraising campaign – May 1st
  5. Donor commitments due – June 1st
  6. Execute definitive agreements with Steamboat Resort – June 1st
  7. Native to begin site work – June 1st
  8. Donor funds required – June 15th
  9. Framing and general construction – July to October
  10. Facility opening – Summer 2027

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Donor Information

By June 1st, please email your donation commitment to Executive Director, Brian Krill at bkrill@sswsc.org, please include the commitment amount and your contact information. Thanks!

Donations to be made to: Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club Foundation (Tax ID # 74-2254732)

All contributions are deductible for Federal income tax purposes within the limits prescribed by law.

ADDITIONAL Enterprise Zone Tax Credit: The SSWSC is a 501(c)(3) and registered as an Enterprise Zone Credit nonprofit organization. Colorado taxpayers may be allowed to receive a credit on their Colorado state income taxes equal to 25% of contributions of $250 or more or 12.5% of an in-kind donation to the SSWSC Foundation. Both individuals and corporations may be eligible for this state tax credit by providing the Colorado Account Number or the last four digits of the Social Security Number. The maximum credit allowed is $100,000 per year. Taxpayers are encouraged to consult their tax advisors for guidance regarding specific situations, exemptions, and tax credits.

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THANKS!

Brian Krill, Executive Director

email: bkrill@sswsc.org

phone (435) 714-9238

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Ellen Campbell, Sr. Director Development

email: ecampbell@sswsc.org

phone (510) 301-5200

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Travis Mayer, Board Chair

email: travis.mayer@outlook.com

phone (970) 291-1405

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SSWSC Water Ramp Fundraising Committee

Bobby Aldighieri Charlie MacArthur Tony Lodico

Nelson Carmichael Park Smalley Alex Deibold

Ann Battelle Travis Mayer

Brian Harvey Jeff Good

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Appendix - Bristol Video