NY Ski & Snowboard Club

Join us for a fun ski/snowboard day to Hunter Mountain (Transport only) on Tue Dec 30 2025. $10 off automatically when booked by Dec 14 Sun.
HUNTER MOUNTAIN
This season, for Mountains belong to Epic Pass, Hunter, Mount Snow, Okemo & Stowe, everyone needs to buy lift tickets by buying Epic Pass or Epic Day Pass at discount (https://www.epicpass.com) before they stop selling sometime in early December. Based on the past experience, be sure to get the Pass or Day Pass within the first week of December to be safe.
We will return to our favor mountain - Hunter Mountain. It is closer, and has more and better trails. "As the Catskills' premier winter destination, Hunter Mountain celebrates renowned terrain, award-winning facilities and luxury mountainside accommodations together creating a smile on any snow lover's face! Discover Hunter's impressive array of mountainside amenities, including lodging at the Lift side Condominiums and the new four seasons, slopeside Catskill Mountain Club, plus a dozen unique mountain eateries speckled throughout the resort, two full service retail stores and plenty of programs for adults, children, and families." Check out more at http://www.huntermtn.com/
*** Trip plan email via Eventbrite will be sent out 2 days before the event providing the details. ***

TRIP PLAN
Date: Listed above. Please arrive 15 minutes earlier. Van will depart sharply on time with or without you.
Depart 6:00 AM from Queens: (Across street from Asian Jewels) 133-30 39th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354 (Map). Subway lines (Main St-Flushing): 7. (NEW for 25/26: 1 block from previous spot)
Depart 6:30 AM from NYC: (Vivi Bubble Tea) Northwest corner of 43rd St and 9th Ave New York, NY 10036 (Map) Subway lines (Times Sq-42 St): A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, S.
Depart 7:10 AM from NJ: (NJ Transit Ramsey Route 17) 1 Spring St, Ramsey, NJ 07446 (Map) $2 daily parking at the station's parking lot. (New this season) Meet at the waiting area inside the garage near the restrooms.
Return: Depart from Hunter at 4:15 PM and expect to arrive at NJ at 6:45 PM, NYC at 7:30 PM & Queens at 8:00 PM.

COST
Round trip transportation $69. We offer $10 discount booking by 12/14/2025 Sunday.
Lift Ticket: Use your Epic Pass (https://www.epicpass.com), Epic Local pass, Epic Day Pass (cheapest if you only go 1 day), or buy lift ticket directly from Hunter Mountain website (https://www.huntermtn.com/plan-your-trip/lift-access/tickets.aspx/)
Additional Cost: Ski Rental Package (includes skis, boots, poles & helmet) and Snowboard Rental Package (includes snowboard, boots & helmet) can be booked online in advance at https://www.huntermtn.com/ $3 cash service fee is required & will be collected on the returning trip.

BUY TRANSPORT TICKET HERE
https://dec302025hunter.eventbrite.com/ Your spot is NOT confirmed until your payment is received.

REFUND POLICY
* Full refund minus $20 processing fee if cancelled 10 days in advance.
* $30 processing fee if cancelled 5 days in advance.
* Afterward, no refund for cancellation or no show.
* Full refund if the event is cancelled.

GROUP VIDEO
http://youtu.be/CLV84xRXANQ

PICTURES from PAST TRIPS
http://www.nyskiclub.com/photos/12866882/
http://www.nyskiclub.com/photos/13377132/
http://www.nyskiclub.com/photos/13919452/

CHECK OUT ALL 2025/2026 TRIPS IN 3 APPS:
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Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/ny-ski-snowboard-club/events
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By RSVP'ing "Yes", you and your guest(s) are accepting the terms to the Waiver & Release of Liability set forth by NY Ski & Snowboard Club.
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THE WAIVER & RELEASE OF LIABILITY
In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in NY Ski & Snowboard Club events and activities, the event participant acknowledges, and agrees that:

1. The risk of injury from the events may be significant, including the potential for permanent paralysis and death, and while particular rules, equipment, and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious injury does exist; and,
2. KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and unknown, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES or others, and assume full responsibility for my participation; and,
3. Willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation; and,
4. Event participant, HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS NY Ski & Snowboard Club their officers, officials, agents, and/or employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event, WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage to person or property, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASES OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

BLUE MOUNTAIN RESORT
Blue Mountain is home to Pennsylvania’s highest vertical at 1,082 feet, most varied terrain and longest runs in the state, and one of the largest snowmaking systems on the East Coast providing top-notch conditions. With 40 trails tailored to all levels of skill, there’s something for every level of skier and rider. Check out more at https://www.skibluemt.com/winter-sports/skiing-snowboarding/
*** Trip plan email via Eventbrite will be sent out 2 days before the event providing the details. ***

TRIP PLAN
Date: Listed above. Please arrive 15 minutes earlier. Van will depart sharply on time with or without you.
Depart 6:00 AM from Queens: (Across street from Asian Jewels) 133-30 39th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354 (Map). Subway lines (Main St-Flushing): 7. (NEW for 25/26: 1 block from previous spot)
Depart 6:30 AM from NYC: (Vivi Bubble Tea) Northwest corner of 43rd St and 9th Ave New York, NY 10036 (Map) Subway lines (Times Sq-42 St): A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, S.
Depart 6:45 AM from NJ: (North Bergen Park & Ride) Commuter Parking Lot, North Bergen, NJ 07047 (Map) Please wait near the bus stop. Note: Daily parking is $10, includes the bus transit.
Return: Depart from Blue Mountain at 4:15 PM and expect to arrive at NJ at 7:00 PM, NYC at 7:30 PM & Queens at 8:00 PM.

COST
Round trip transportation $69. We offer $10 discount automatically when booked by Dec 14.
Lift Ticket: * Get Ikon Base Pass (https://www.ikonpass.com)or buy the $65 day lift ticket online (https://www.skibluemt.com/lift-ticket-deals/).
Additional Cost: Ski Rental Package (includes skis, boots, poles & helmet) and Snowboard Rental Package (includes snowboard, boots & helmet) can be booked online in advance. $3 cash service fee is required & will be collected on the returning trip.

BUY TRANSPORT TICKET HERE
https://dec312025bluemtn.eventbrite.com/ Your spot is NOT confirmed until your payment is received.

REFUND POLICY
* Full refund minus $20 processing fee if cancelled 10 days in advance.
* $30 processing fee if cancelled 5 days in advance.
* Afterward, no refund for cancellation or no show.
* Full refund if the event is cancelled.

PICTURES from PAST DAY TRIPS
http://www.nyskiclub.com/photos/12866882/
http://www.nyskiclub.com/photos/13377132/
http://www.nyskiclub.com/photos/13919452/

CHECK OUT ALL 2025/2026 TRIPS IN 3 APPS:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nyskiclub/events
Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/ny-ski-snowboard-club/events
Eventbrite: https://nyskiclub.eventbrite.com

By RSVP'ing "Yes", you and your guest(s) are accepting the terms to the Waiver & Release of Liability set forth by NY Ski & Snowboard Club.
LIKE us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nyskiclub

THE WAIVER & RELEASE OF LIABILITY
In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in NY Ski & Snowboard Club events and activities, the event participant acknowledges, and agrees that:

1. The risk of injury from the events may be significant, including the potential for permanent paralysis and death, and while particular rules, equipment, and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious injury does exist; and,
2. KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and unknown, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES or others, and assume full responsibility for my participation; and,
3. Willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation; and,
4. Event participant, HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS NY Ski & Snowboard Club their officers, officials, agents, and/or employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event, WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage to person or property, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASES OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

KILLINGTON RESORT
Killington Resort is a ski resort in Rutland County, Vermont, United States, near the town of Killington. It is the largest ski area in the eastern U.S., and has the largest vertical drop in New England at 3,050 feet (930 meters). The mountain has been nicknamed the "Beast of the East." Ski season starts early at Killington, and they usually open ride in either late October or early November (earliest in the east coast), mostly the first to open in the Northeast. Killington is also one of the best ski resort at making snow. Killington Resort . This trip is Ikon Pass and Ikon Base Pass friendly. More on https://www.killington.com/

SUGARBUSH RESORT
Sugarbush was recently voted #1 in the East, and #2 in North America by USA Today readers. USA Today Reader' Choice Award - In the category Best Ski Resort.http://www.10best.com/awards/travel/best-ski-resort-2016-2017/
Sugarbush, located in Northern Vermont's Mad River Valley, is one of Vermont's favorite ski areas. Sugarbush consists of two mountains, Mt. Ellen and Lincoln Peak, and is home to more than 4,000 acres, with nearly 600 skiable acres plus 2,000 acres of backcountry skiing in the Slide Brook Wilderness area. "The 'Bush" has beginner terrain (20%), Intermediate (45%) and advanced to expert (35%) accessed via 16 lifts that provide the area with a 25,463 person uphill capacity. More on https://www.sugarbush.com/

LODGING
We will be staying in a big vacation house near Killington, 6 bedrooms, 9 beds (3 queen/full beds , 6 single beds, 1 sofa bed), 3.5 baths, 2 full kitchens and 2 living rooms. We will max out at 12 people. The house is 15 minutes to Killington Resort.
Features: Mountain view, private balcony, free WiFi, TV with standard cable, kitchen, dish washer, microwave, heating, washer, and dryer.
Provided:: Shampoo, conditioner, hair dryer, soap, towels, bed sheets, and toilet paper.

LIFT TICKETS
* Get Ikon Base Pass for $1,009 (https://www.ikonpass.com) or Ikon Session Pass 3-Day for $409. This is the best price we have for this trip, and the pass you get will also be good for our other Ikon Pass mountain trips. Email us at jwang4308@gmail.com for exclusive group deal before 8/31/2025

TRIP PLAN
Depart Date: January 1st Thursday; Please arrive 15 minutes earlier. Bus/van will depart sharply on time with or without you.
Depart 4:00 PM from Queens: (Across street from Asian Jewels) 133-30 39th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354 (Map). Subway lines (Main St-Flushing): 7. (NEW for 25/26: 1 block from previous spot)
Depart 5:00 PM from NYC: (ViVi Bubble Tea) Corner of 43rd St and 9th Ave New York, NY 10036 (Map) Subway lines (Times Sq-42 St): A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, S.
Depart 6:00 PM from NJ: (NJ Transit Ramsey Route 17) 1 Spring St, Ramsey, NJ 07446 (Map) $2 to $4 daily parking at the station's park lot. Meet at the pick-up/drop-off area (indoor) in the back of the parking garage.
Return: Depart from Killington Ski Resort at 3:30 pm on Sunday and expect to arrive at NJ at 9:00 pm, midtown NYC around 9:30 pm & Queens at 10:00 pm

COST (The price is good considering this is holiday weekend )
Early Birds: $469 per person for first 7 spots or before 9/15 whichever comes first. Regular: $509 per person for last 7 spots. $30 per person upgrading from shared queen/full bed to own single bed.
Trip Includes: 3 nights shared accommodation with a shared queen/full bed or own twin bed with $30 upgrade at a big vacation house near Killington. Round trip transportation from NYC area, daily transportation between the house & ski resort, tolls, & parking fee if any. We will go to Killington on 1/2 & 1/4, and Sugarbush on 1/3. $10 tips for the van driver is required & will be collected on the returning trip. Trip goers will need to provide their own lift tickets, for example, by getting Ikon Pass or Ikon Base Pass.

BUY TICKET HERE
https://jan012026killington.eventbrite.com/ Returning members ONLY: You can also Venmo us @jwang88 to avoid transaction fee. When Venmoing, please indicate your email, phone #, and preferred roommate(s) if any. Your spot is NOT confirmed until your payment is received.

REFUND POLICY:
* Full refund minus $50 processing fee if cancelled 60 days in advance;
* 50% refund if cancelled 30 days in advance;
* No refund for cancellation or no show within 30 days; however, spots can be transferred to your friends with $50 processing fee.

TRAVEL INSURANCE:
To protect your trip, consider buying travel insurance, around 5% to 7% of total cost, and you can get reimbursed 75% to 100% of the cost for any reason for cancellation or trip interruption. https://www.travelinsured.com/

VIDEO: 2012 Killington Thanksgiving Trip Group Run
http://youtu.be/xkMGHrLEX-U

PICTURES from PAST TRIPS
2012: https://www.meetup.com/NYCAAA/photos/11911972/
2013: https://www.meetup.com/ny-ski-snowboard-club/photos/18886532/
2014: https://www.meetup.com/ny-ski-snowboard-club/photos/25762700/
2015: https://www.meetup.com/ny-ski-snowboard-club/photos/26601763/
2016: https://www.meetup.com/ny-ski-snowboard-club/photos/27454736/
2017: https://www.meetup.com/ny-ski-snowboard-club/photos/28355158/
2018: https://www.meetup.com/ny-ski-snowboard-club/photos/29475271/
2019: https://www.meetup.com/ny-ski-snowboard-club/photos/30572344/

CHECK OUT ALL 2025/2026 TRIPS (More to Come):
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nyskiclub/events
Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/ny-ski-snowboard-club/events/
Eventbrite: https://nyskiclub.eventbrite.com

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By RSVP'ing "Yes", you and your guest(s) are accepting the terms to T HE WAIVER & RELEASE OF LIABILITY set forth by NY Ski & Snowboard Club (listed below).

T HE WAIVER & RELEASE OF LIABILITY
In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in NY Ski & Snowboard Club events and activities, the event participant acknowledges, and agrees that:

1. The risk of injury from the events may be significant, including the potential for permanent paralysis and death, and while particular rules, equipment, and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious injury does exist; and,
2. KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and unknown, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES or others, and assume full responsibility for my participation; and,
3. Willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation; and,
4. Event participant, HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS NY Ski & Snowboard Club their officers, officials, agents, and/or employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event, WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage to person or property, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

STOWE MOUNTAIN RESORT
Stowe Mountain Resort is premier ski resort in Northeast of USA. Stowe's newest facilities and improvements include a brand new High-Speed Quad on Mt. Mansfield, RFID technology tickets and gates, an inter-mountain transfer gondola connecting Mt. Mansfield and Spruce Peak, Stowe Mountain Lodge, a 312 room hotel and spa that has already been recognized as one of the greenest and most luxurious mountainside lodgings in the world, a new state-of-the-art Performing Arts Center at Spruce Peak, new high-speed lifts on Spruce, new base facilities, restaurants and more. More on https://www.stowe.com/

LODGING
We will be staying in a big house near Stowe Resort, 7 bedrooms, 1 mudroom, 8 beds (2 king beds, 4 queen/double beds , 2 single beds), 3 couches, 5.5 baths, 1 new full kitchen, and 1 living room. We will max out at 14 people. The house is 20 minutes to Stowe Resort.
Features: Mountain view, garden view, fire pit, BBQ grill, patio, indoor fireplace, dedicated workspace, free Wifi, TV with standard cable, microwave, coffee maker, hot water kettle, dishwasher, washer, and dryer.
Essentials: Shampoo, conditioner, hair dryer, soap, towels, bed sheets, and toilet paper.

LIFT TICKETS
* Get Epic Local Pass for $799 (www.epicpass.com), or Epic Day Pass $265 (3 Days, with "32 RESORTS" and "NO PEAK DATES" options). The pass price will go up few times throughout the summer/fall.

T RIP PLAN
Depart Date: January 9th, 2026 Friday. Please arrive 15 minutes earlier. Bus/Van will depart sharply on time with or without you.
Depart 4:00 PM from Queens: (Across street from Asian Jewels) 133-30 39th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354 (Map). Subway lines (Main St-Flushing): 7. (NEW for 25/26: 1 block from previous spot)
Depart 5:00 PM from NYC: (ViVi Bubble Tea) Corner of 43rd St and 9th Ave New York, NY 10036 (Map) Subway lines (Times Sq-42 St): A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, S.
Depart 6:00 PM from NJ: (NJ Transit Ramsey Route 17) 1 Spring St, Ramsey, NJ 07446 (Map) $2 to $4 daily parking at the station's park lot. Meet at the pick-up/drop-off area (indoor) in the back of the parking garage.
Return Date/Time: Depart from Stowe on Monday at 3:30 PM and expect to arrive at NJ at 10 PM, NYC at 10:30 PM & Queens at 11:00 PM

COST (LODGING & TRANSPORTATION)
Early Birds: $469 per person with a shared bed for first 7 spots or before 9/15 whichever comes first. Regular: $509 per person with a shared bed for last 7 spots. Own bed upgrade from the shared bed is $30 extra.
Trip Includes: 3 nights shared accommodation with a sharing a queen/full bed or own bed with $30 upgrade at a big vacation house near Stowe. Round trip transportation from NYC area & tolls, daily transportation between the house & ski resort, & parking fee if any. $10 tips for the van driver is required & will be collected on the returning trip. Trip goers will need to provide their own lift tickets, for example, by getting Epic Pass or Epic Local Pass.

BUY TICKET HERE
https://jan092026stowe.eventbrite.com/ Returning members ONLY: You can also Venmo us @jwang88 to avoid transaction fee. When Venmoing, please indicate your email, phone #, van boarding location and preferred roommate(s) if any. Your spot is NOT confirmed until your payment is received.

REFUND POLICY:
* Full refund minus $50 processing fee if cancelled 60 days in advance;
* 50% refund if cancelled 30 days in advance;
* No refund for cancellation or no show within 30 days; however, spots can be transferred to your friends with $50 processing fee.

T RAVEL INSURANCE
To protect your trip, consider buying travel insurance, around 5% to 7% of total cost, and you can get reimbursed 75% to 100% of the cost for any reason for cancellation or trip interruption. https://www.travelinsured.com/

VIDEO: The Mountain, Episode 4, A Season in Stowe
http://youtu.be/zkGPs04URVg

PICTURES FROM PREVIOUS TRIPS
2013: http://www.nyskiclub.com/photos/21003522/
2014: http://www.nyskiclub.com/photos/25935740/
2015: http://www.nyskiclub.com/photos/26650012/
2016: http://www.nyskiclub.com/photos/26650012/
2017: http://www.nyskiclub.com/photos/27585337/
2018: http://www.nyskiclub.com/photos/28606205/

CHECK OUT ALL 2025/2026 TRIPS (More to Come):
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nyskiclub/events
Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/ny-ski-snowboard-club/events
Eventbrite: https://nyskiclub.eventbrite.com

LIKE OUR FACEBOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/nyskiclub

By RSVP'ing "Yes", you and your guest(s) are accepting the terms to THE WAIVER & RELEASE OF LIABILITY set forth by NY Ski & Snowboard Club (listed below).

T HE WAIVER & RELEASE OF LIABILITY
In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in NY Ski & Snowboard Club events and activities, the event participant acknowledges, and agrees that:

1. The risk of injury from the events may be significant, including the potential for permanent paralysis and death, and while particular rules, equipment, and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious injury does exist; and,
2. KNOWINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and unknown, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES or others, and assume full responsibility for my participation; and,
3. Willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation; and,
4. Event participant, HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS NY Ski & Snowboard Club their officers, officials, agents, and/or employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event, WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage to person or property, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent permitted by law.