ABOUT
SKI CLUB UGANDA
MISSION & HISTORY.
Ski Club Uganda was born out of a playful adventure and the humor of a British colonial officer named Andrew Stuart. In 1955, while on a reconnaissance mission in the Rwenzori Mountains, Stuart and his companions decided to ski down a glacier for fun. He later wrote a humorous article about this experience for the Uganda Argus, which was picked up by the New York Herald under the title “Ski Championships at the Equator.”
Proud of their impromptu adventure, Stuart retroactively founded Ski Club Uganda to commemorate the event. The club remained largely a legend until fifty years later when a Swiss adventurer, Dominic Richard, tracked down Stuart, now a retired officer. Delighted that snow sports were still being pursued in the Rwenzori, Stuart even approved the inclusion of snowboarders in the club. Today, Ski Club Uganda continues to celebrate the spirit of adventure and the unique experience of skiing in one of Africa’s most extraordinary mountain ranges.
WHY WE CARE & COMMITMENT.
OUR
PARTNERS.
Our mission at the Ski Club of Uganda is made possible through the support of our valued partners. These organizations share our commitment to conservation, community engagement, and sustainable tourism. Together, we work to protect the Rwenzori Mountains and empower local communities. We’re proud to collaborate with both local and international partners who contribute to our goals of environmental stewardship and eco-tourism.
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