Schweitzer Ski Patrol invites Sandpoint community to third annual XYZ Hoedown

By Reader Staff

The Schweitzer Ski Patrol Resiliency Team recently announced the return of the third annual XYZ Hoedown, scheduled for 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 3 at the 219 Lounge (219 N. First Ave., in downtown Sandpoint).

This annual celebration is designed to bring together patrol members, mountain staff and the community to celebrate Sandpoint’s unique outdoor culture. After a season of challenging frontier conditions and a lack of fresh snow, the team invites attendees to “blow off some steam” and enjoy an evening of camaraderie.

The theme of the event is “Space Cowboys & Intergalactic Desperados.” Partygoers are encouraged to dress in their best Western-meets-sci-fi attire for a costume contest with prizes.

Benny Baker and Sheldon Packwood will provide the live music and the event is free and open to the public for those aged 21 and up.

While there is no cover charge, the XYZ Hoedown provides an opportunity for those who wish to support Schweitzer’s first responders. Information will be available for attendees who would like to make voluntary donations through the Friends of Schweitzer Ski Patrol 501(c)(3). These contributions directly support the Resiliency Team’s mission to maintain a healthy and sustainable culture for those working on the mountain.

“This is purely a night to say thank you to the community and to invite friends of our patrol to come celebrate with us,” state patrol member Brian Hilland. “We’ve seen the good, the bad and the ugly this season, and we’re ready to see everyone and for a great time with those who enjoy our mountain. We’re extremely grateful for the 219 Lounge offering us a place to connect and celebrate” 

For more information, contact Brian Hilland at [email protected].