You Won’t Believe What These Teachers Built for Their Students - EP 18

Host Ann Wymore and co-host Wilson Miller sit down with Vista Peak teachers Sam Haven and Kiko Smith to explore the creation of the Bison Blizzard Ski & Snowboard Club. They discuss how the club gives Aurora students their first real mountain experiences, teaches responsibility through fundraising, and builds meaningful community connections. From Echo Mountain partnerships to upcoming events, Sam & Kiko share how listeners can help support these students.🎧 Host: Ann Wymore 🎙 Co-Host: Wilson Miller with Direct Lending Team🎙 Guests: Sam Haven & Kiko Smith — Founders of the Bison Blizzard Ski & Snowboard ClubSam and Kiko are physics teachers at Vista Peak Prep in Aurora, Colorado. United by their own love for snowboarding and skiing, they created the Bison Blizzard to provide students—many from non-skiing families—with meaningful outdoor experiences. Over the past four years, the club has grown from 12 members to 50 students, supported by parent dedication, donors, and the broader community. Their mission goes far beyond skiing: they aim to foster confidence, connection, resilience, and real-world skills that stick for life.💡 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ The origins of Bison Blizzard ✔️ How the club promotes equity & student growth ✔️ The power of community support and fundraising ✔️ Upcoming events (Wax & Whiskey, Olympic Watch Party) ✔️ How to get involved🎙 Follow & Support Bison Blizzard: 📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/bisonblizzardvpp/🎙 Follow Ann Wymore: 📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/groups/1342643766772631/ 📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/navigate_realtyco/ 🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-wymore-70718227/ 🌎 Website → https://www.navigaterealtycolorado.com/🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate — https://iconsofrealestate.com/