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Backcountry Bow Wow Returns with Avalanche Dogs and Bluegrass
Annual Park City fundraiser supports local avalanche rescue, ski patrol, and mountain worker organizations.
Published on Mar. 2, 2026
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The 11th annual Backcountry Bow Wow event in Park City, Utah will take place on March 7th at The Marquis in Old Town. The evening will feature a meet-and-greet with certified avalanche rescue dogs, a silent auction, and a live performance by Pixie and the Partygrass Boys. The event aims to raise $40,000 to support local avalanche rescue operations, backcountry safety, and community services.
Why it matters
The Backcountry Bow Wow fundraiser is an important annual event that brings the community together to support critical mountain safety and rescue organizations in Park City. As a popular ski destination, ensuring the safety of both locals and visitors in the backcountry is paramount.
The details
The Backcountry Bow Wow event will kick off at 6 p.m. with a meet-and-greet featuring certified Wasatch Backcountry Rescue avalanche dogs, followed by a silent auction from 6 to 7 p.m. The live music performance by Pixie and the Partygrass Boys will run from 7:15 to 9:30 p.m., and grand prize raffles will close out the night at 9:30 p.m. The event is being hosted by the Park City Professional Ski Patrol Association at The Marquis in Old Town.
- The Backcountry Bow Wow event will take place on Saturday, March 7, 2026.
- The event will run from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
The players
Park City Professional Ski Patrol Association
The organization hosting the Backcountry Bow Wow fundraiser to support local avalanche rescue, ski patrol, and mountain worker groups.
Wasatch Backcountry Rescue
A nonprofit that professionally trains ski patrollers and their avalanche rescue dogs.
United Mountain Workers
A community organization that provides services and support to mountain industry workers in Park City.
Pixie and the Partygrass Boys
The bluegrass band performing live music at the Backcountry Bow Wow event.
What’s next
Organizers are encouraging local businesses and individuals to donate items for the silent auction and raffle to help the event reach its $40,000 fundraising goal.
The takeaway
The Backcountry Bow Wow event is a vital community effort to support the critical work of avalanche rescue teams, ski patrollers, and mountain workers who keep Park City's outdoor enthusiasts safe. By bringing together the community through live music, dog meet-and-greets, and fundraising, the event helps ensure the continued operation of these essential mountain safety services.
