Until seeing Timmothy's cartoon (taken from the Northern Sentry, MAFB paper) I had no idea that there was a Winter Park in Minot... and actually there isn't. The article in the Northern Sentry is about the Winter Park in Bottineau North Dakota about 45 miles North of The Air Force Base.
Nobody is going to brag about challenging slopes here but it's a nice facility for beginners and for those who don't have time to drive 200 miles to a more challenging slope.
Part of the charm of the BWP is Annie's House.
Annie’s House, a collaborative partnership between Anne Carlsen and Bottineau Winter Park, is a non-profit program offering adaptive recreational opportunities for individuals of all ages with disabilities, as well as veterans with a 10% or greater service-connected disability. Located in North Dakota’s scenic Turtle Mountains at Bottineau Winter Park, this state-of-the-art facility provides access to inclusive, life-changing outdoor experiences. With specially trained instructors, adaptive equipment, and personalized support, Annie’s House empowers individuals to enjoy the thrill of recreation in a safe, welcoming environment designed for growth, confidence, and connection.
A connection between Bottineau and 911
Honoring Ann's Legacy: Annie's House and Adaptive Recreation for Live-Changing Impact
Annie’s House was built to celebrate the life of Ann Nicole Nelson, beloved daughter and friend to many who died at age 30 in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. A bond broker for the investment bank Cantor Fitzgerald, Ann was working on the 104th floor of the World Trade Center when the towers collapsed.
After her death, her computer was returned to her parents, and a precious discovery was made. Among the documents on Ann’s computer was a “Bucket List”—all the goals Ann wanted to accomplish and experience in her lifetime, such as being healthier, building a house in North Dakota and going helicopter skiing with her dad.
This list inspired the ambitious project called Annie’s House that will bring to life many of Ann’s dreams, while also transforming the lives of thousands of deserving individuals across the region. The project is a collaborative effort by “New York Says Thank You Foundation,” Bottineau Winter Park and friends and family from across the country.
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