Vail Co. - SOS Outreach (formerly Snowboard Outreach Society) kicked off the season in a big way on Saturday, December 8. A launch on Vail Mountain celebrated SOS's expansion into skiing and 100% growth during the 2007/2008 season. U.S. Senator Ken Salazar joined 125 participants across SOS's seven year curriculum to recognize the impact that SOS is having on youth development. It was amazing to see the Senator interact on a personal level with Colorado youth. He inspired them to succeed in the sport and carry their lessons learned back to the struggles they face on a daily basis.

In addition, SOS awarded Bill Jensen, Co-President of Mountain Operations for Vail Resorts, the Humanitarian of the Year award for his long-term support of our programs and growth.

SOS provides a seven year curriculum that incorporates core values to promote positive decision-making in underserved youth nationwide. Programs are currently offered to over 2,500 youth at 30 mountain resorts nationwide. For more information, to donate, or to get involved today, please visit www.sosoutreach.org.