About us
20s, 30s, and 40s (younger) adventure group, primarily focused around Skiing, Snowboarding, and the Outdoors. Lowest cost trips. Primarily based out of Philadelphia area, but with members who travel with us from all over USA. Goal is for new club members to have a sense of community and to experience awesome trips to amazing mountains together. Snowboarding, Skiing, Mountain Biking (mtb), Kayaking, Paddleboarding, Hiking, Rock Climbing, floating, happy hours, etc.
Most trip coordination is done via Facebook Messenger. Please send a message to John Harper with userID jph183psu on Facebook Messenger so we can communicate easier. Often times people's Meetup settings aren't set correctly to receive emails, and if we send you a Facebook Messenger message first, it goes into a hidden section.
Please check your Meetup messenger every once in a while too, especially if you hope to attend a trip or meetup and haven't seen any communication about it.
We have some "sister" groups based in Philly, Boston, NYC, Denver with a lot of overlapping members that we hope to publish trips and events with from time to time.
Upcoming events
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STRATTON WEEKEND TRIP
Location not specified yetSTRATTON, VERMONT SKI TRIP:
After the trip coordinator's ski show in May, the Buck Ridge Ski Club reached out to see if we would be interested in hosting a weekend trip at their ski house and they have held this weekend open since! They are looking for new members and we love these flexible lodging options! Mason from XNM and Chuck from BRSC will be hosting.
Stratton will be our primary resort (Ikon Base, NOT blacked out for this weekend). If anyone wants to mix it up, Mount Snow is super close too, but Stratton is the main plan as most of our members have Ikon Base Passes.LODGING:
Buck Ridge Ski Club was founded in 1945 as a year-round outdoor activities club. BRSC also owns Woodbridge Lodge, which is a rustic country lodge in southern Vermont. Find more about us at https://www.buckridgeskiclub.org
The Lodge:
Location: 664 Vermont Route 100, Wardsboro, VT 05355
- Full KitchenSLEEPING ARRANGEMENT (BUNKROOM STYLE)
- Three sleeping areas with a mix of beds.
- Couples only in the doubles.
- Top bunks: TBD (we will confirm our policy).
- Bring your own bedding: sheets, blanket, pillow, sleeping bag, ect
- Sleeps up to 11 without using top bunk bedsLOCATION / TRANSPORT
Stratton is about 12 miles from the lodge, roughly a 20 minute drive.
Mount Snow is about 2 miles away if anyone wants that option.
COST (LODGING ONLY)
$40 per person per night
Friday to Sunday is 2 nights, so $80 per person total for the weekend only or $120 to include Thursday night.CANCELLATION:
Can be canceled penalty free until 30 days before trip, or with a replacement found.DINNERS / FOOD
There is a full kitchen, so we can do groceries, cooking, and takeout**.**LIFT TICKETS / PASSES
Stratton is on the Ikon Base Pass and this weekend is not blacked out.PARKING
Some carpooling is required since there is a limit of 5 cars from our group.PAYMENT:
o Venmo: @BuckRidge-SkiClub
§ Pay via friends and family
§ Last 4 digits of phone number associated with Venmo account 8362 (Not necessarily needed, but is an additional security measure to enter if you choose)
§ Please include a note indicating the dates of your stayBUCK RIDGE SKI CLUB MEMBERSHIP:
After our trip, if you would like to join BRSC and continue using the lodge year-round, we would love to have you become a member!
The yearly cost of membership is $25 for an individual and $30 for a family.
The membership form can be found at: https://www.buckridgeskiclub.org/membership/
The application can be submitted electronically; see the online application option. Payment can be made via Venmo.RESERVATION FORM & WAIVER::
Each person must complete the reservation form and confirm the liability release:
https://www.buckridgeskiclub.org/lodge/
By signing up for any XNM overnight trip, you are agreeing to these rules:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_Ru11Patcv5zVsx4_1dW-YXVzvbWAhvfKh2SWqHcbco/edit?usp=sharing11 attendees
ST PATTY'S DAY HAPPY HOUR: GREAT AMERICAN PUB Conshohocken
123 Fayette St, Conshohocken, PA, USST PATTY'S DAY HAPPY HOUR for the best millennial-aged-outdoorsy crew in the Philly area!!! Time for the non-snow adventurers to crawl out from their hibernating spots for one March night to chat about rock climbing, or reminisce about the hikes this past summer & fall. For those who joined our most recent trips, or are coming on our upcoming trips.. Chat about Utah, Steamboat, Aspen, Alaska, Powder Chasing...
We will be at Conshohocken's Great American Pub but in a different room than usual and the attendance will be limited based on the room that we will be in. We will try to bring our Xplore Flag and and I (John) will wear a bright fluorescent yellow pinnie that I often wear on hikes, or maybe yellow caution tape that many of us wear to find each other easily on the ski slopes.
In XNM Meetup, make sure to look at all "UPCOMING EVENTS" and click "SEE ALL" to see ones that are beyond the next 4 events. Many more events are being planned each week.
Vote for which ski trips and ski passes you are most interested in for next season:
https://forms.gle/btTRxY6wULgyvRrX916 attendees
ALYESKA RESORT,ALASKA (FULL, Join Waitlist)
Alyeska Ski Resort, 1000 Arlberg Ave, Girdwood, AK, USALYESKA RESORT, ALASKA
Alyeska Resort is Alaska’s largest ski area, located in the breathtaking Chugach Mountains and famous for its deep powder, long vertical runs, and stunning views of Turnagain Arm. Known for receiving over 650 inches of snow annually, Alyeska offers some of the best conditions in North America. On clear days, you’ll have panoramic ocean and mountain views, plus the chance to ski under the northern lights in the evening.
The mountain features terrain for all skill levels — from wide groomers and mellow blues in the lower areas to steep double-black diamond chutes and North Face runs for experts. There’s also plenty of sidecountry and backcountry access for those with avalanche training.
Alyeska is on the Ikon Pass (Full and Base tiers), so it’s easily accessible for passholders (reach out to John for Ikon Group Pricing). This trip is a great standalone destination but also pairs well with exploring Anchorage, Girdwood, and nearby heli-skiing options if you want to extend your adventure.***
LODGING:
We will be staying at houses in Girdwood, near the base of Alyeska Resort for easy access to lifts. Most lodging is within a 5–10 minute shuttle or drive to the base. The order in which your $300 deposit payment is received will determine priority for house and bed selection. While we cannot guarantee specific roommates or bed types, we will do our best to accommodate preferences. Expect shared kings & queens, and bunks — lodging in Alaska can be expensive, so we’ll keep costs low by sharing space. Your flexibility and patience is most appreciated on these tricky house trips.(FULL): House 1: (12 people) : https://www.vrbo.com/3179523
House says it fits 15 but we priced it for 12
House has hot tub, large living area, very modern, bedding varies
$665 Payment goes to Shruti C
Venmo: @shruti-chandrasekhar-1(FULL) House 2: (10 people) : https://www.vrbo.com/3601814
House says it fits 12 but we priced it for 10
House has hot tub, large living area, very modern, bedding varies
Payments go to John H
Venmo: @harperjohn(FULL) House 3: (7 people): https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/42668465
House says it fits 10 but we priced it for 7
Payments go to Josh G
Venmo: @josh-gibbons-9House 4: (8 people): [https://www.airbnb.com/l/KY8GHsYa]
4 BR house with 1 female spot open in a shared queen bed.
Payments go to Logan R
Venmo: @Logan-Rittberg***
PAYMENTS:
Deposit period is over... Send full payment.
Remainder due / cancellation deadline: October 15th.
(do NOT "turn on for purchase" with Venmo or Paypal or you will need to pay more)Cancellations after October 15th incur a $10 penalty and only refunded with replacement, and after November 15th, a $20 penalty.
TRANSPORTATION / FLIGHTS / RENTAL CARS:
Flights should be booked into Anchorage International Airport (ANC). From there, it’s about a 40-minute drive to Girdwood/Alyeska. Rental cars will be coordinated via Google Sheet and group chats, but you’re responsible for making your own arrangements. If you need help finding carpool partners, reach out to the trip lead.
Google Sheet link:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1RrluPX2hy82zVjUZV2Rn8H56z4s8b1O2z_7z1A_SG4Y/edit?gid=1416605883#gid=1416605883***
LIFT TICKETS:
Most participants will use the Ikon Pass or Ikon Base Pass. If you’re purchasing an Ikon Pass, contact the trip lead for group program details. There are no additional group-discounted lift tickets for this trip.***
NOTES:
By signing up for this trip, you agree to the standard XNM overnight event rules: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_Ru11Patcv5zVsx4_1dW-YXVzvbWAhvfKh2SWqHcbco/edit?usp=sharing37 attendees
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