Back to the Slopes Party (MUST register on SCWDC website)

(for info only, here on meetup; MUST register on the scwdc site)

NEW location: Island Time Bar & Grill, Columbia Island Marina, Arlington, VA

https://scwdc.wildapricot.org/event-6271748

"Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes" - Jimmy Buffett
Hey snow lovers! Whether you’re counting down the days to ski season or you’ve already snagged your spot on an epic SCWDC ski trip – it’s time to kick things off in style!
Join us for our 7th Annual Back to the Slopes Party, where winter vibes meet tropical fun!
‍Bring your friends, family, and even your furry companions for an afternoon packed with:
✔️ Chill, with an Island Vibe & tasty bites
✔️ Awesome raffles & giveaways (must be present to win!)
✔️ Meet-and-greet with SCWDC trip leaders and fellow trip participants
✔️ Trip info, flyers, and insider scoop on the best mountain adventures
✔️ Vendor exhibits from our favorite ski industry partners
✔️ A great chance to connect with fellow snow seekers & future travel buddies
Already signed up for a 2025-2026 ski or travel trip? Come meet your trip leader and start building the stoke with your crew! Thinking about joining? This is the perfect time to get inspired.
Let’s raise a toast to fresh powder, unforgettable trips, and good times ahead! ⛷️

• What: Back to the Slopes Party
• Included: heavy hors d'oeuvres, raffle ticket for door prize drawings
• Not included: drinks; no outside food or drinks allowed
• Cost: Members $5, guests and non-members $10
• Where: Island Time Bar & Grill
• When: Sunday, September 14, 2025, 5 - 8 PM
• Directions & Parking: Map and driving directions. Free parking.
• Online Registration closes: Friday September 12 at 11:30 pm. Onsite day of event registration is $15.
• Event Contact: Kenneth Eng

Back to the Slopes Party will be at the Island Time Bar & Grill, Columbia Island Marina, Arlington, VA, just off of the George Washington Memorial Parkway (south bound toward Mount Vernon). Our event space is outdoors, under a covered patio deck. There are also picnic tables on a grassy expanse. We'll provide heavy hors d'oeuvres, buffet style. As usual, there will be raffle prizes.

At about 7:15 PM, we'll do a sailing/beach sunset tradition and play the 1812 Overture just as the Sun hit the deck over the Pentagon, saluting the a good day, and a look forward to a great 2025-2026 ski season.


We will be inviting some of our ski industry friends to exhibit their products and services, just like at a ski resort's Ski Demo Day, to generate a ski season vibe. All the details have not been worked out yet but be prepared to be surprised at this fun members’ event. Check the weekly SkiGram for ski industry friends who will be attending BTTS as we get closer to Sunday, September 14.
++It’s coming! Do a snow dance, but please don't do the rain dance! Think snow! Time to dust off and lay out your winter gear and begin charting your winter adventures for the season ahead! Get ready for some slope time. That’s right, it’s time to get BACK TO THE SLOPES!