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and text that reads Virtual Backpacker's Ball 2021 July 11-15,
2021 ( [link removed] )Dear Friend,

Backpacker's Ball is just over THREE WEEKS away! Before Glacier's
biggest week, there are a few items we want to share with you so
you can get ready for the big event.

1. If you haven't done so already, register for the event today
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updates so you don't miss anything.

2. Submit a short video ( [email protected] ) of you
in the park telling us why you love Glacier, or simply share your
favorite thing to do in the park. We'll be featuring your videos
in a very special way on the final night of the Ball.

3. Check out the schedule ( [link removed] ) below so you don't miss all the exciting things happening July
11-15!

REGISTER FOR
BACKPACKER'S BALL 2021 ( [link removed] )WE
WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU
Submit your videos for a chance to be featured!

Email a short video clip of you in the park telling us why you
love Glacier, or share your favorite thing to do in the park!
We'll be featuring your videos in a very special way on the final
night of the Ball.

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in peaks in the backgroundSUBMIT A VIDEO (
[email protected] )Backpacker's Ball
Event Schedule

July 11, 2021 at 6:30pm MDT
Auction Opens

A man raises a paddle at an auction while an auctioneer points to
himOur auction kicks off featuring a large selection of amazing
packages. Start bidding early and often!

July 12-14, 2021 at 6:30pm MDT
Project Spotlight Videos

Check out the projects your support makes possible with our
upcoming Project Spotlights! Join Executive Director Doug
Mitchell as he meets with NPS staff, and learn more about these
critical projects in the park and how your donations to the
Glacier Conservancy continue to support them.

A Clark's Nutcracker bird perches on a tree branchGlacier's
Keystone Species
Monday, July 12
6:30pm MDT

Lisa Bate and Vlad Kovalenko will discuss their research on
Clark's Nutcrackers and the mutualistic relationship with
Whitebark Pine.

A group of hikers walk on a trail toward a towering mountain in
the distanceWilderness Character Mapping
Tuesday, July 13
6:30pm MDT

Brad Blickhan and Jillian McKenna will talk about their research
in mapping wilderness character in Glacier National Park.

A woman smiles while giving a presentation outsideNative America
Speaks
Wednesday, July 14
6:30pm MDT

Join Treyace and Alicia Yellowowl as they discuss their heritage
and how they got involved with Glacier's Native America Speaks
program.

July 15, 2021 at 6:30pm MDT
The Big Finale: Celebrate Glacier

A snowcapped mountain range towers over an alpine lakeThis is one
night you don't want to miss – Thursday, July 15. Be sure to tune
in that evening at 6:30pm MDT so you can join the celebration,
make final bids on auction items exclusively available for
Backpacker's Ball guests, and give big to protect our park!

Can't join us for the entire week? No problem! The videos
premiering throughout the week will be available to watch
online anytime.

BackpackersBall.com ( [link removed] ) is your one
stop for registration and to view the event!

Let's make a difference, and keep Glacier at its very best. I
can’t wait to see you at the Ball!

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Amy Lucke

Event Coordinator, Glacier National Park Conservancy

We are the official fundraising partner for
Glacier National Park.

With your support, we provide funding for vital projects and
programs that preserve and protect the park for future
generations.​​​​​

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