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! You'll receive all the latest updates so you don't miss anything.

2. Submit a short video 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 below so you don't miss all the exciting things happening July 11-15!

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.

Backpacker's Ball
Event Schedule

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

Our 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.
 

Glacier'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.

Wilderness 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.

Native 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

This 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 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!

	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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