Kristi Beebe – Guide

Ever since third grade when our family started skiing together at Hurricane Ridge in the Olympic Mountains, known for being “30 minutes from sea level to ski level,” I’ve been enamored by the sport of skiing. The exercise, the great outdoors, the fact people of all abilities can participate; and the season doesn’t last all year leaving time for golf and mountain climbing.
Yet one of the greatest draws for me to skiing is the absolute joy and feeling of being so in tune with my body, mind, and spirit while on the slopes that I’m able to get away from the distractions, stresses, and busyness of day to day life. Since those early days, skiing has not only been alone time for me but more often it’s an opportunity to spend time with friends and family enjoying laughter, conversation and good times. One of the reasons I enjoy being a part of Foresight is to share my love of skiing and the renewal of body and mind I experience with people who are blind and visually impaired.

In addition, 20+ years ago I underwent surgery for a brain tumor which was crushing my optic chiasm. The risk of going blind in surgery was significant. Thankfully the surgery was successful but knowing that I was at risk inspired me to choose to guide those for whom blindness is a reality.

I have been an ordained Lutheran Pastor since 1988 and I currently serve a congregation in Lakewood, Colorado. My husband Scott Beebe is a pastor in Vail/Beaver Creek. Scott and I adopted two stunningly beautiful (inside and out) daughters from China when they were 14 months old. They are currently high school students. Like skiing, my girls bring me great joy, make me laugh and frequently force me to look at life with new and creative eyes.