An interesting little-known fact about Austin Skiers - in 2020 (next year) the club will be 50 years old! We are already thinking about how to celebrate 50 years of providing quality snow ski trips, other travel opportunities & social activities for our members – so stay tuned!
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Austin Skiers is a non-profit, all volunteer social club for people who love winter sports and travel. We arrange 10 to 12 group trips each year and are able to get group discounts that are not available to individuals or families.
Club History
The club was formed in 1970 and over the years we have accumulated a wealth of knowledge, expertise and ski industry contacts enabling us to find really good values. Our friendly members also enjoy many social activities here in Austin throughout the year, and really like having new people participate.
You are welcome to come to meetings and other Austin Skiers events as a guest to check us out. Come have fun with us.
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Nominating Committee Seeks Candidates
The Austin Skiers Nominating Committee is looking for members willing to serve to recommend to the board a slate of candidates for next year. The committee includes: Priscilla Johnsen (Chair), Jackie Bayly, ML Goetschel, Steve Knouse, Holly Ice, and Jan Lebourgeois. They will have two face-to-face meetings over the next three months with follow-up thru email and phone calls. If you are interested in serving on the committee please contact Priscilla Johnsen. If you have questions about serving on our Board for next year please send the application to Priscilla Johnsen.
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Monthly Meeting
Austin Skiers had their November 19 meeting at Sun & Ski Sports. We had a GREAT turnout of about 30! The membership received an update on 2020 trips, future club Special Activities & Program Events. We also had a presentation by the store manager on new equipment who also provided some giveaways as part of our raffle. Among the other notable giveaways was a $200 gift certificate courtesy of Eddie V's-Arboretum!
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When shopping for ski gear this season, remember to shop Sun & Ski Sports. Please remember to let their staff know that Austin Skiers enjoy a 15% discount off regular-priced items in the store. In addition, the staff will do a basic ski/snowboard tune for 50% off. This discount cannot be combined with other offers.
To be eligible for the discounts you will need to show your Austin Skiers Membership Card by downloading it from your Member Profile OR even easier by downloading the Austin Skiers app (iPhone or Android). Use your regular log-in credentials as you would when logging in to the website.
Check out their ski/snowboard bundles - goggles, ski poles, boot bags and snow apparel! Follow them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other social media sites listed on their website
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Austin Skiers Logo Gear!
For ordering instructions click here: LOGO GEAR
Free Logo and Shipping - Use Promo Code: EMFLFS
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Nominating Committee seeks Candidates
Our Austin Skiers Nominating Committee is looking for willing and time-abled members to serve on the Executive Committee! All terms are one-year. Contact Nominating Committee Chair, Dave Anderson if you are interested or have questions about serving on our Board for next year
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**NOTE: THE HOLIDAY PARTY IS SOLD OUT. The mention of 30 spaces available is an error. Space is not available. ** Check out this fun video!
For those of you who missed the Awesome 2019 Post Trip Party at the Oasis Texas Brewing Company here is the video of pics provided by members.
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For those who were unable to attend the Annual Membership meeting on May 15 you can click on this link to view the file (PDF).
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2020 Trip Schedule
(subject to change)
TSC Traditional: Keystone, CO Jan 4-11
Full Trip-$1,289/Ground Only-$884
<<SOLD OUT - Sign Up on Wait List>>
Vail, CO Jan 11-18
Full Trip-$1,497/Ground Only-$1,172
<<SOLD OUT - Sign Up on Wait List >>
Banff, CAN Jan 18-25
Full Trip-$1,299/Ground Only-$648
<<SOLD OUT - Sign Up on Wait List>>
Steamboat, CO Jan 18-25
Full Trip-$1,217/Ground Only-$863
<<SOLD OUT - Sign Up on Wait List>>
TSC Winter Expedition: Chamonix, FR
Jan 31-Feb 8
Full Trip-$2,380/Ground Only-$1,600
<<SOLD OUT - Sign Up on Wait List>> Snowmass, CO Feb 8-15
Full Trip-$1,442/Ground Only-$1,026
<<SOLD OUT - Sign Up on Wait List>> Beaver Creek, CO Feb 22-29
Full Trip-$1,104/Ground Only-$684
<<SOLD OUT - Sign Up on Wait List>>>>
Park City, UT Feb 29-Mar 7
Full Trip-$1,602/Ground Only-$1,119
<<OPENING for a Couple - Full Trip: contact Trip Chair>>
TSC Final Showdown: Sun Valley, ID
Mar 7-14
Full Trip-$1,622/Ground Only-$983
<<SOLD OUT- Sign Up on Wait List>>
TSC Summer/Fall Expedition: New Zealand Oct 13-24
Full Trip-$4,500/Ground Only-$2,800
<<Opening for One Single Male >>
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Click here for a PDF file of all 2020 trips
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Trip Snow Reports
Here is a quick link to check out all ski resort snow conditions here: Colorado, Utah, Canada,AB & France
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Check out the Austin Skiers app!! Click on iPhone or Android to download t. Log-in using your website credentials. Convenient to: keep up with Events; Contact other Members; Update your Profile; Keep up with Past and Future Trips; and Register for certain Events (Holiday Party).
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Facebook Links for 2020 Trips
Keystone, CO
Vail, CO
Banff, CAN
Steamboat, CO
Chamonix, FR
Snowmass, CO
Beaver Creek, CO
Park City, CO
Sun Valley, CO
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Texas Ski Council (TSC) Info.
The Austin Skiers proudly support the Texas Ski Council (TSC). Please check their website for more information about trips, Youth Foundation, etc..
Save the Date!!
The TSC Board of Directors & Delegates have voted to return to Austin for BidFest in 2020! The dates are April 17-19, 2020.
2021 TSC Trips
Traditional: Snowmass, CO Jan 16-23
Winter Expedition: Sellaronda, IT Jan 29-Feb 6 Winter Shootout: Purgatory, CO Feb 20-27
Final Showdown: Lake Louise, CAN Mar 13-20
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TRIP INSURANCE RESOURCES
Read Our Trip Cancel Policy __________
Austin Skiers "Ski News" Newsletter
(click on link for last issue in PDF)
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 . Gear Guide for 2020
1. Skis: All Mountain, Deep Snow, Hard Snow and Indie
2. Men's Skis
3. Womens' Skis
4. Ski Bindings (NEW)
5. Back Country
6. Ski Boots (NEW)
7. A Beginner's Ski Gear Guide (blog)
8. The Ultimate Guide to Ski & Snowboard Gear
9. Ski Apparel
10. Gear Guide: Sunglasses
10. Your Ultimate Ski Trip Packing List (PDF)
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A little known fact is Austin Skiers currently has 480 "active" members living in 23 states. Members live in states from every region of the country - Florida to California to Colorado to Minnesota, Kentucky, South Carolina, New York & Connecticut!
The Membership Year for Austin Skiers runs from June 1 thru May 31. To become a member of Austin Skiers use our online member registration. Contact Communications@austinskiers.org to ask questions regarding membership. Click on this link and download a PDF file summary of what Austin Skiers are about.
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Please remember to wear your name badge to club activities
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