The I AM a Snowmaker contest—sponsored by HKD Snowmakers—highlights the hard work, determination, and camaraderie of snowmakers and recognizes their critical contributions to the alpine, Nordic, snowboard, and winter tubing industry. I AM a Snowmaker launched in 2013 and has since provided a behind-the-scenes look at the expertise and character of a wide variety of snowmaking teams across North America.
Ski areas across North America are invited to nominate their snowmaking crews for the 11th annual I AM a Snowmaker contest, presented by HKD Snowmakers. This year, participating teams will create behind-the-scenes videos that highlight their work, creativity, and camaraderie—with a new twist. Each team will receive a deck of cards featuring classic insights from HKD co-founder Herman K. Dupré and be tasked with incorporating those sayings into their videos. The completed videos will debut and open for voting in January 2026.
Nominations are open until October 22.
