What we’re about
We are an active group of more than 200 members including both singles and couples - in the Chicago area. Started over 65 years ago as a ski club, we're now active in biking, hiking, kayaking, adventure travel and social activities in addition to both Downhill and Cross-Country skiing. We organize friendly groups for active trips and outing. We also organize social gatherings - dinners, concerts, nature walks/rides theater events and a host of other events that engage our members. Our annual August picnic is fantastic!
If you enjoy spending time with a great group of people socializing or participating in a sporting or adventure events/trips, you will find LSSC a great place.
Everyone is welcome to join one of our meet-up events. Please check out our website for a full calendar and more details for all of our trips and events and to sign up for an event or to join our club.
Upcoming events
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- $150.00
Ironwood, Michigan Cross Country and Downhill Ski Trip
Indian Head Motel, 823 E Cloverland Dr, Ironwood, MI, USLSSC will be driving up to Ironwood, Michigan for cross-country and downhill skiing. Lake effect snow from Lake Superior will guarantee great skiing conditions in late January. Anderson Bluffs and River Trails in Ironwood features over 1,100 acres of terrain along the Montreal River with 75 kilometers of trails. You will find plenty of ski trails for all levels of skiers. There is a ski shop on site offering equipment sales, rentals and a waxing service. Big Powderhorn Mountain accommodates all skill levels for Downhill skiing on 45 trails covering 250 acres. Equipment rentals and a snow sports school are available.
The regular trip package includes: two per room lodging at the Indianhead hotel. Trail Pass and lift tickets are not included. Lift ticket pricing will be announced when the resorts publish their 2026 prices.
ABR Website: http://www.abrski.com/
Big Powderhorn site: https://bigpowderhorn.net/
When: Friday, January 23, 2026 to Monday, January 26, 2026
Cost: LSSC Members: $150.00 (Only members can participate in LSSC overnight trips. So non-members please, click here to join).
Single Supplement: $145.00
Registration via the Lakeshore Ski & Sports Club website is required
For full details and to register go to
Ironwood, Michigan Cross Country and Downhill 2026 - Trips and Events - Lakeshore Ski and Sports Club1 attendee - $2,095.00
Quebec City Cross Country & Downhill Ski Trip
Hotel Le Manoir Victoria, 44, Côte du Palais, Québec City, QC, CAWe will have 5 days of cross-country and downhill skiing. The planned trails start with the famed Mont Sainte Anne which is the largest cross country ski area in Canada with 224 km of groomed trails. Other trail systems may include the beautiful Camp Mercier, Station Touristique Duchesnay, and Les Sentiers du Moulin. Downhill skiing/snowboarding and snowshoeing are available at Mont Sainte Anne, Stoneham and Le Relais. We will have our own Motor coach to take us to and from the ski trails.
We are flying on Air Canada from O’Hare to Quebec City through Montreal. We return on Air Canada through Toronto to O’Hare. Motor Coach transportation to and from the airport is also included. You will need a valid passport to travel to and from Canada. Its expiration date must be well after the conclusion of the trip in case our return is delayed by unforeseen circumstances.
This trip is open now! Sign up today to ensure your spot on this fantastic trip!
Note: Trail fees are additional.
Location
Hotel Le Manoir Victoria in the old city, Quebec City
Cost
Standard Package Cost - Member: $2,095
(Our over-night trips require membership in advance of registration. There is no non-member price for this trip. So click here to join)
Land Only Cost (no Airfare) - Member: $1,250
Single Supplement - Member: $550
Trail fees and lift tickets are additional.
Airfare pricing is based on the number of seats. The Standard Trip Package price is based on 20 seats. Should we fall below this minimum, an adjust to the final trip cost may be necessary.
Payment Schedule
Due at Sign-up: $500
Balance due by: 12/20/2025
Trip Sign-up Closes on 12/20/2026
Registration via the Lakeshore Ski & Sports Club website is required
For full details and to register go to
Quebec City 2026 - Trips and Events - Lakeshore Ski and Sports Club2 attendees
Past events
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