
Zebulon Piffer was killed in a car accident in the fall of 1995. He would have graduated from Roaring Fork High School in Carbondale in May 1996. At the time of his death, he was preparing for a job as a Snowmass ski patrolman.
Alcohol allegedly was involved in the car accident, and in 1996, friends and classmates established a race in his memory, the Zebulon Ski and Snowboard Races. The primary purpose of the race is to raise awareness among high school students about the dangers of drinking and driving. All racers are asked to sign a contract for life to not drink and drive. Race proceeds are given as scholarships to graduating seniors at Basalt and Roaring Fork high schools.
"Zebulon Ski andSnowboard Race on tap
The 10th annual Zebulon Ski and Snowboard Race is Saturday, Feb. 26, at the Snowmass ski area.
Over the past 10 years the event, in memory of former Roaring Fork High School student Zeb Piffer, has raised more than $70,000 in funding for scholarships for local students while spreading the "Don't Drink and Drive" message.
Competitors are required to sign a contract stating they will never drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Each competitor receives a lift ticket, lunch and a chance at prizes.
Registration takes place at the Cirque Cafe on the Snowmass Mall starting at 8:30 a.m. with races starting at 10 a.m. at the Spyder Sabbich course.
Shirts and hoodies are for sale at Roaring Fork High School, with all proceeds going toward scholarships and prizes. Information: Diane Corbett, 384-5758."
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This plaque is covered in the book, "Sanctuaries in the Snow--The Shrines and Memorials of Aspen/Snowmass." The book may be purchased on this page on this site: http://www.aspensnowmassshrines.com/index.php?The-Book.
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