On Tuesday, March 17, lieutenant governor candidate Ryan McLaren will return to Mad River Glen to mark the 9th anniversary of a life-changing ski accident with Ryan’s Alive Day Celebration honoring community and resilience, benefiting nonprofits that helped him recover and get back on his feet, according to a statement from campaign staff.

McLaren, a former aide to Sen. Peter Welch, is a candidate in the Democratic primary for lieutenant governor.

The evening event will feature a special performance by Vermont musician Grace Potter, with all proceeds benefiting the following organizations:

• Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports
• High Fives Foundation
• Kelly Brush Foundation
• Mad River Glen Ski Patrol
• The Pennywise Foundation
• Grand Point Foundation

McLaren will also return to the slopes earlier in the day with Vermont Adaptive in recognition of the organizations and volunteers who supported his recovery.