The Gift of a Lifetime
After 30 years as owners of ABR Trails in Ironwood, Michigan, Eric Anderson and Angela Santini are preserving their legacy of beloved trails for future generations, by donating land, equipment, and buildings to the nonprofit Anderson Bluffs and River Trails Foundation. The Foundation will begin running ski operations in April, 2025.
Become a Founder's Circle Supporter
Join the legacy. Be a part from the start in the Founder’s Circle and help ensure ABR Trails Foundation’s future legacy as the Midwest’s premier Nordic ski destination. Your support will not only preserve the trails you love but also create a lasting impact on generations to come. Have your name, an honoree, or memorial etched permanently on the Founder’s Circle wall at the trailhead, a symbol of your commitment to ABR’s vision.
How the Community Can Help
As people have learned about the new Foundation and its vision of sustaining ABR, there has been an outpouring of support.
Transitions like this don’t happen often within the ski community, and many ask how to get involved.
The Founder’s Circle fundraising campaign encourages skiers, businesses, and community members to support the new Foundation and the trails.
WHAT IT MEANS
Organizations that support silent sports offer meaningful experiences that benefit the wellbeing of their communities. Related organizations that have flourished as nonprofits include the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation in Hayward, the Loppet Foundation in Minneapolis, and the Minnesota Youth Ski League. The goal is to see ABR Trails Foundation stay true to its roots and progress towards a bright future.
Become a SUPPORTER Today
Limited Time Offer
For a limited time, all Founder’s Circle supporters will have their names permanently etched on the Founder’s Circle wall at the trailhead .
Donors at SILVER Level and Higher will receive a special edition commemorative poster signed by Olympian Jessie Diggins!
GOLD LEVEL $5000 and up
Your name will be displayed on the Founder's Circle wall at the trailhead. You'll also receive a special edition commemorative poster signed by Olympian Jessie Diggins and our sincere gratitude.
silver LEVEL $2500 and up
Your name will be displayed on the Founder's Circle wall at the trailhead. You'll also receive a special edition commemorative poster signed by Olympian Jessie Diggins and our sincere gratitude.
BRONze LEVEL $1000 and up
Your name will be displayed on the Founder's Circle wall at the trailhead and our sincere gratitude.
- Show your support to sustain the ABR legacy.
- Be a part from the start.
- Have your name, an honoree, or memorial etched permanently on the Founder’s Circle wall.
- Help maintain the vision for generations to come.
- Invest to ensure the future of the trails you love.
Get Started
Reach Out Today
Let us know you if you are interested in becoming a Founder’s Circle Supporter. You’ll hear back from a Member of the Board or Philanthropy Committee.
2024 Board of Directors
Will Andresen, Scott Anderson, Clay Diggins, Randy Ahnen, Missi King, Emily Burchell Fitting
