Cross Country Ski Preview Party

It’s a traditional fun and informational event for OCSJ xc-skiers and would-be skiers to get together to celebrate past seasons and learn about what’s planned for 2026.

This will be an opportunity to hear trip leaders describe trips planned for next winter. Everybody can ask questions, and newer skiers can find out about trips, equipment recommendations, lessons, etc.

John and Ann Palaitis have volunteered their home in Medford, NJ as the site for the event. The party will be outdoors as much as possible. (Raindate, the 28th) Because of the limited space available we ask that you sign up only if you are considering joining a ski trip next winter.

As in the past, each attendee should bring a food contribution, -enough for six people. You can bring an appetizer, salad, side dish or dessert. Also, your own choice of beverage. The OCSJ will provide main course, coffee and tea. Please let Ann know by email if you plan to attend and what dish you will bring (so we don't have too many the same). Email is: Palaitis@verizon.net.

When you respond, the home address will be sent to you as well as instructions for parking.

To sign up for this event it is important that you both email Ann and click the “attend” button on MeetUp so others can see who is going and we can message attendees if necessary. (You will have to join the OCSJ Kayak/xc ski MeetUp if you have not already joined. Just click the “join” button at the bottom of the page and follow the prompts.)
P.S. we reserve the right to remove a RSVP if the person hasn’t contacted Ann about their food contribution and location information.

Links to 2026 ski trips:
White Mountains of New Hampshire: January 19-25
Stowe, Vermont: January 25-30
Boonville, NY: February 21-25