Killington Resort Promotes On-Mountain Safety

Killington hosts safety activities and partners with Snow Angel Foundation to educate skiers and snowboarders

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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Killington Resort and Pico Mountain participated in National Safety Month throughout January and early February, hosting activities and partnering with the Snow Angel Foundation to promote on-mountain safety. This included burrito giveaways, speaking engagements, and a fundraising auction that raised over $1,400 for the foundation.

Why it matters

Killington is one of the largest ski resorts in the Eastern United States, and promoting on-mountain safety is crucial for protecting both skiers/riders and the resort's reputation. The partnership with the Snow Angel Foundation, founded by a father who lost his daughter in a tragic ski collision, brings a personal and impactful perspective to these safety initiatives.

The details

Killington hosted burrito giveaways at the top of the Snowdon Six Express on select Saturdays, where Patrol and Mountain Safety teams spoke directly to guests about safer skiing and riding. They also hosted a burrito giveaway at the base of Pico Mountain where the Snow Angel Foundation's founder, Chauncy Johnson, spoke about his experience. In total, over 1,300 burritos were given away, and guests signed up for a gear sweepstakes from Killington partner Mammut. Johnson also conducted speaking engagements at local schools and with Killington/Pico staff. On February 6th, Johnson hosted an auction inside the K-1 Lodge that raised over $1,400 for the Snow Angel Foundation, with Killington donating an additional $5,000.

  • Killington hosted safety activities throughout January and into early February 2026.
  • On January 11, Johnson spoke with guests at a burrito giveaway at the base of Pico Mountain.
  • On February 6, Johnson hosted an auction inside the K-1 Lodge that raised over $1,400 for the Snow Angel Foundation.
  • On February 7, the Eastern Division of the National Ski Patrol awarded a certificate of appreciation to Killington Resort.

The players

Chauncy Johnson

Founder of the Snow Angel Foundation and creator of the #RideAnotherDay campaign, which raises awareness and educates skiers and snowboarders on preventing on-mountain collisions. Johnson's 5-year-old daughter died after a tragic ski collision in 2016, and his wife suffered a severe traumatic brain injury.

Killington Resort

A large ski resort in Vermont that partnered with the Snow Angel Foundation and hosted various safety-focused activities throughout January and February.

Pico Mountain

A ski mountain owned by Killington Resort that also participated in the safety initiatives.

Mammut

A partner of both Killington and Pico Mountain that helped spearhead the safety education activations through a gear sweepstakes.

National Ski Patrol (NSP)

The Eastern Division of the National Ski Patrol awarded a certificate of appreciation to Killington Resort in recognition of the ski patrol events hosted at the resort.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

Killington's comprehensive safety initiatives, including partnerships with organizations like the Snow Angel Foundation, demonstrate the resort's commitment to protecting skiers and snowboarders on the mountain. These efforts not only promote safety but also build goodwill within the local community.