Formal Trips
MOUNT HOOD MEADOWS - COOPER SPUR RESORT - Thur Dec 8 - Sunday Dec 11
Submitted by Content Manager on Sun, 09/18/2011 - 21:10Mt Hood Meadows is always the first resort to open in the Pacific Northwest, consistently opening by Thanksgiving year after year. This year should be exceptionally good with another season of moderately strong La Nina conditions predicted. We'll be staying at nearby Cooper Spur Mountain Resort in two private cabins. In addition to the downhill ski area is a Nordic area at Mt Hood Meadows as well as a Nordic area at the resort itself. There is also a small beginner hill just up the road from the resort.
BACKCOUNTRY TRAVEL and AVALANCHE SKILLS - Saturday, Dec 17
Submitted by Content Manager on Sun, 10/02/2011 - 23:07We'll head out to the valley above Alpental for a day of beacon practice, shoveling practice, and snowpack analysis. The trip can be done on snowshoes, skis or a splitboard, but skis or splitboard will be faster on the way back. Though not a replacement for avalanche instruction this can serve as a refresher for those who have had some, or perhaps a quick orientation for those who don't feel they need a formal course yet. You will need an avalanche beacon, probe and shovel to participate.
This will be a free trip.
HURRICANE RIDGE SNOWSHOE - Jan 6-8
Submitted by Content Manager on Sun, 09/18/2011 - 21:04
Hurricane RidgeHurricane RidgeHurricane Ridge, located in Olympic national Park, up from Port Angeles, is an awesome place to snowshoe, cross country or back country ski in winter.
METHOW VALLEY CROSS-COUNTRY - Jan 13-16
Submitted by Content Manager on Sun, 09/18/2011 - 21:21The Methow Valley boasts of over 200 km of groomed cross country ski trails accommodating skiers of every level. We will have 2 full days of skiing, with the option of arriving in Winthrop early or leaving late to allow more time on the trails. Skiers will need to purchase trail passes in Winthrop. We will do our annual potluck Saturday night. Come join us on the sunny side of the state!
Price: $210 per person
Contact Roy for more info.
ASPEN GAY SKI WEEK - Jan 15-22
Submitted by Content Manager on Sun, 09/28/2008 - 14:36Aspen has something for everyone. There are four great mountains and you're sure to find skiing to suit your ability, whether it’s the gentle beginner slopes of Buttermilk, Ruthie's intermediate cruiser on Aspen Mountain, the seemingly endless groomed corduroy of Snowmass or the steep back bowls of Aspen Highlands. (aspensnowmass) The town of Aspen is a delight, with great restaurants, pubs, art galleries, shopping, health clubs and spas, all on quaint Victorian streets in a pristine Rocky Mountain setting. Events at Gay Ski Week include the downhill costume competition, comedy night, the Aspen GLBT Film Festival, a gallery walk, group dinners and parties galore. If the past is a predictor, this trip promises to be another fun time skiing and hanging with clubs from all over the country.
HUNTLEY LODGE - (Teanaway Valley) - Feb 3-6, 2012
Submitted by Content Manager on Sun, 09/19/2010 - 22:34If you missed the inaugural trip to the Huntley Lodge last year, here is your chance to check out this wonderful place!
Ski Buddies is offering a group trip to the Blewett Pass, Teanaway Valley, Suncadia, and Salmon La Sac areas of Washington State. We will be staying at the incredible Huntley Lodge , which is central to all these snow sports areas. Enjoy cross country skiing, snowshoeing, backcountry skiing or downhill skiing on this new adventure for Ski Buddies.
WHISTLER WINTER PRIDE - Feb 5-12 or 8-12
Submitted by Content Manager on Fri, 10/07/2011 - 23:24Winter PRIDE (Whistler Gay and Lesbian Snow Sports Week) offers a wide range of events for men and women, including all your old favorites and a few new twists as well. Join THOUSANDS of men and women from around the world for a hot time on the slopes and fantastic fun in the valley at the parties and events (tickets available online through Gay Whistler).
WHISTLER CALLAGHAN VALLEY CROSS-COUNTRY - Feb 17-20
Submitted by Content Manager on Sun, 09/18/2011 - 21:52Join Ski Buddies over President’s Day Weekend for our first cross country ski trip to Whistler Olympic Park. Developed for the 2010 Olympic Games, Olympic Park boasts 90+ km of beautifully groomed cross country ski trails and 20+ km of wilderness snow shoe trails as well as backcountry access. We’ll stay at Legends/Creekside in spacious, three-bedroom suites, each equipped with kitchen, washer/dryer, and gas fireplace.
STEVENS PASS WEEKEND - Thur-Sun, Feb 23-26
Submitted by Content Manager on Sat, 09/18/2010 - 15:08
Stevens PassThe Stevens Pass Weekend is the longest running Ski Buddies trip (29th consecutive year!) and one of the most popular. We again have exclusive reservations at our favorite Cabin which sits just off the Highway within two miles of Stevens Pass downhill area and only a few miles from the Nordic Center. Constructed of logs and granite, the Cabin offers a rustic feel yet features a full kitchen, three bathrooms, showers, sauna, outdoor hot tub, two fireplaces, and comfortable seating for conversation, dining and games. Sleep in the third floor loft on foam mats.
HOG LOPPET CROSS-COUNTRY TREK - Feb 25-27
Submitted by Content Manager on Fri, 10/07/2011 - 20:36The Leavenworth Ski Club hosts the annual Hog Loppet, a non-competitive 30k Ski Trek from the top of Mission Ridge Ski Area to Blewett Pass. The trek is an exciting challenge for strong intermediate and advanced cross country skiers. While much of the route is groomed there is also a highly entertaining segment of un-groomed excitement. You will be joined by skiers from all age groups using every type of backcountry and cross country ski you can think of. A few even come in costume! Warming stations offer a great opportunity to take a break, gather around the fire, have some sweet snacks and hot chocolate.
