Ski Club of Washington DC Meetup

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BASE PRICE: $1,629 - W/ LIFTS $1,855
TRIP LEADER: RUTH D'ALESSANDRO
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Winter Park Resort is a Colorado favorite located about 67 miles northwest of Denver. Originally built by the city of Denver as a winter park for its residents, Winter Park Resort has continually operated since 1939.

The ski area is known for its early and late snow with terrain for all ability types. Winter Park spans across two distinct mountains and is home to a great mix of beginner, intermediate and advanced trails. Mary Jane Mountain is home to amazing tree skiing, world-class moguls, and wide open alpine bowls.

The resort contains modern amenities with an extensive well developed trail system. The village base contains multiple lodging, dining and shopping options.

Ski and Snowboard Terrain

The resort consists of three interconnected mountain peaks (and seven "territories") — Winter Park, Mary Jane, and Vasquez Ridge — which share a common lift ticket. Mary Jane, opened in 1975, has a separate base area and is known for its moguls, tree skiing, hidden huts and generally more difficult terrain. Skiing magazine ranks Mary Jane the top mogul skiing area in North America, including the above-tree line terrain of Parsenn Bowl. Vasquez Ridge, opened in 1986, offers intermediate terrain and mogul runs. With a summit elevation of 12,060' and a base elevation of 9,000', Winter Park offers 3,060' of vertical, 3,081 acres of skiable terrain, and 162 trails. The terrain mix is 24% Green (39), 39% Blue (63), and 37% Black/Double Black (60). Annual snowfall is over 327".D

Located only 1/3 mile from Winter Park Resort, the Vintage Hotel is your choice for comfort, convenience and relaxation. 118 finely-appointed guest rooms offer spectacular views of the majestic Rocky Mountains, and lush, pine-covered mountain sides. You'll be staying in studios featuring kitchenettes, eat out or in, you choose. Walk out the door and take the Cabriolet to the base.

Number of Skiers: 24

Trip Includes:
United Airlines nonstop, Dulles (IAD) to Denver
Ground transportation to and from the airport and lodging
6 nights lodging at the Vintage Hotel in studios with kitchenettes
Complimentary shuttle service to/from the ski area and downtown area
Lift tickets: 4-day $226; 5-day $299.

Optional: First tracks: Start the day with fresh groomers or powder before the lifts open. Only available to groups must have minimum five skiers or 5 boarders. Ski or Board with a resort guide to find the best stashes. $153.

Single Supplement: Add $839

Ground only: Available after 10 air seats are sold. Subtract $399.

Cancellation Fees: A $50 cancellation applies for any cancellations prior to 09/11/21. Afterwards, the participant will also be responsible for any unrecoverable expenses, including 3% credit card transaction fees on applicable payments.

Join us for a great trip to ski Deer Valley, Park City and Sundance during the 2022 Film Festival! Space available for a single female to share double occupancy hotel room or villa.

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Price does not include lift tickets - Use Epic and/or ICON

Park City Mountain is now owned by Vail Resorts and is connected to Canyons by a new gondola. Vail has a long-term lease at the Canyons. The combined areas make it the largest U.S. ski resort with over 7,300 skiable acres, 300+ trails, 38 lifts, seven terrain parks, 14 bowls, six natural half-pipes, a super half-pipe and a mini-half pipe. There is a base area at both Park City and Canyons with restaurants, ski shops, rental shops, etc. There is free bus service to both base areas of Park City Mountain as well as Deer Valley. Park City honors the EPIC ski pass, while Deer Valley honors 5 days of skiing w/ the IKON ski pass

We are staying at the Zermatt Mountain Lodge. In addition to shuttles to the ski areas, there are shuttles to the town of Sundance and free bus service in the town. There is x-country skiing and snow shoeing available at Wasatch State Park and x country skiing available in Park City.

Surrounded by 8,000 foot mountains, the 4-diamond/4-star full service Zermatt Resort is located just 11 minutes’ drive from Deer Valley and 18 minutes to Park City, accessible by their complementary hotel ski shuttle. With over 300 Swiss-inspired guest rooms and condos, amenities include a full service spa, indoor-outdoor pool, hot tubs, 2 restaurants, bar and award winning Swiss bakery. In the evenings, take the free hotel shuttle to the history village of Midway or Heber where you will find wonderful, quirky little shops and reasonably priced local restaurants. Comfortable hotel rooms with a choice of either 2 Queen or 1 King bed, many with microwave and fridge. Also available are limited number of 2BR/2Bath condominiums featuring 1 King in master, 2 Queen beds in 2nd bedroom, living room with sofa bed and full kitchen.

Trip Includes:

Delta Airlines nonstop from Dulles (IAD) to Salt Lake City
Delta Airlines from Salt Lake City to Dulles, via Atlanta
Ground transportation to and from the airport and resort, with a grocery stop
Seven nights at the Zermatt Resort, in a mix of condos and hotel rooms
Daily ski shuttle service to Park City and Deer Valley.
Welcome orientation reception w/ cheese tasting
Daily hot & cold breakfast buffet

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Base Price: $2,510 - W/ 5-DAY LIFT PASS $2,760
Trip Leader: MIKE CAVALLARO

$25 Group Trip Insurance - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Resort:
Traveling to Alaska is an adventure, some call it the last frontier. Alyeska, located just 40 miles from Anchorage and near the old mining town of Girdwood, has a massive annual snowfall of 650 inches with 2,500 vertical feet of diverse terrain, and short lift lines, Alyeska Resort lives up to – and helps define – Alaska’s spectacular “steep and deep” reputation. Other winter activities include glacier dog sledding, glacier and wildlife cruises, jet ski tours, snowmobiling and viewing the Northern Lights.

This trip includes two nights in Anchorage and the opportunity to view the ceremonial start of the Iditarod. The Iditarod sled race is an iconic Alaska winter event. It also coincides with the Fur Rendezvous, one of the largest winter festivals in the world, the Charlotte Jensen Native Arts Market, snow sculpture competition and Miners and Trappers Ball are all on Saturday too.

Mountain:
Alyeska is truly designed for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. The area receives on average 669 inches of snow at the summit annually and offers 1,610 acres of accessible terrain. It has 76 named trails serviced by 7 lifts, including two magic carpets. From its headwall to base, it boasts a 3,200 feet vertical rise with 2,500 feet of lift-serviced vertical rise. The base is 250 feet, and the summit is 3,939 feet. Trail difficulty ratings are 11% beginner, 52% intermediate, and 37% advanced to expert. Freestylers will enjoy the two terrain parks with its rail jib, box, larger tables and more. Cross-country skiers and snow-shoers can take advantage of the 130 kilometers of Nordic trails.

Experts skiers should head to the North Face. It features North America’s longest continuous double black run. The North Face of Alyeska Resort is worthy of a Warren Miller film. For bragging rights ski Christmas Chute North America’s longest continuous double black diamond run. The classic drop is 50 degrees of twists and turns. For intermediates and advanced skiers, there are many long top-to-bottom runs and wide-open bowls. Beginners can have fun in the tree-lined groomed runs. For those wanting to test their skills, you can ride into the backcountry via a helipad with local guides.

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Lodging:

The Hotel Alyeska is Alaska’s premier year-round resort destination. Nestled in a lush valley surrounded by mountain peaks, hanging glaciers and spectacular ocean views, The Hotel Alyeska offers our guests luxurious accommodations and convenient access to the magnificent Alaskan wilderness.

The chateau-style hotel makes the perfect base camp for your Alaskan vacation. During your stay here, you’ll experience supreme comfort with perfect modern touches and rich Native influences, bringing the natural beauty of Alaska’s great outdoors inside. Amenities include a salt water pool, spa, hot tubs, shopping and dining. Ask for a Northern lights wake up call so you don't miss the action, best viewed on a cold moonless night.

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BASE PRICE: $2,255 - W/ LIFTS $2,615
TRIP LEADER: RON ROLFE
$25 Group Trip Insurance - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Resort:
Aspen is considered by many as having the world’s best skiing, and is ranked as the no. 5 resort for 2021 by the readers of Ski Magazine. It sits high on the list for terrain, challenge, service, weather, on-mountain food, dining, apres-ski, and off-mountain activities. Aspen is a unique blend of history, culture, festivals, sports, restaurants, and music which makes this famous Colorado, Rocky Mountain town a very special world-class resort. And if you also enjoy people watching, celebrities flock to Aspen. Your five-day lift ticket also includes access to Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk.

Mountain:
Have you ever wanted to ski up to four ski resorts in one week without packing a bag? Now is your chance as Ski Magazine's Readers' poll ranks Aspen Snowmass (Aspen, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands and Buttermilk) number five for 2021!

Aspen (Ajax) Mountain packs a big punch in its 675 acres. It has 76 trails packed into a narrow area that has a vertical drop of 3,267 ft (996m). Aspen Mountain has no beginner runs at all, and is well known for the many blue cruisers for strong intermediates, and the black diamond steeps and bumps. The terrain split is 48% intermediate, 26% advanced, and 26% expert. Beginners head to Buttermilk.

Snowmass has come into its own. It is not only a cruiser’s paradise, but in the Hanging Valley area where inbound back country skiing is permitted, there are enough “cornices, glades, cliffs, bumps, and jumps to make an X-Games producer swallow his cell phone.” Skiers won’t be bored with over 3,300 acres and a 12,510 foot summit that offers a major vertical rise.

Aspen Highlands' major asset is the Western Slope weather that produces beautiful powder during the night and gorgeous blue-sky days to ski it. The resort is noted for its "superbly efficient lift system". Yet, this mountain is uncrowded with fewer skiers than nearby Buttermilk. Buttermilk, well known for its family programs and learning center, is a haven for intermediate skiers and boarders looking for groomers!

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Lodging:
Aspen lodging
The Gant at Aspen is near ski lifts, minutes from Aspen Mountain, and close to Aspen Highlands. This 4-star condominium resort is within close proximity of Wagner Park and Mill Street Fountain.

You'll stay in one of the 140 individually decorated 2-BR condo units, featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Kitchens are outfitted with refrigerators, ovens, and stovetops. Digital programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected.

After a day on the slopes, relax in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. This condominium resort also features complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and babysitting/childcare (surcharge). The Gant's complimentary ski shuttle service (7:00 AM - 11:00 PM daily) makes getting to the slopes and restaurants a breeze.

Number of Skiers: 40
Trip Includes:

United Airlines round trip flights, between Dulles (IAD) and Denver International Airport (DEN) (subject to change)

Round trip ground transportation between DEN and the resort
Seven (7) nights at the Gant at Aspen in 2-BR condos
Group baggage handling at the resort
Welcome reception