Socializing on and off the slopes since 1954!
Meet at 5:00 PM at Red Robin for their Happy Hour drinks and a bite to eat.
During dinner, we will discuss which film is the best one to see.
If you don't feel like watching a movie, stop in for dinner, a drink and conversation.
Then we will head across the street for a $5 movie at Cinemark Ann Arbor 20 IMAX.
JUNE 30 CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER!
Be ready to ride at 2 PM
NO RIDE SEPTEMBER 1 DUE TO LABOR DAY HOLIDAY!
We will start at 2:00 PM at the parking lot of Forest Lawn Cemetery, at the corner of Grand and Broad. Typically we will ride north to the Hudson Mills Metropark (5 miles), ride a loop around the park (3 miles) and return to the parking lot for a total of 13 miles. Ride is flat and paved with some boardwalk.
Drinks and pizza at Aubree's after the ride on your own dime. We plan to ride every Monday, weather permitting. Feel free to email Laura with questions.
Dogs on a leash are allowed.
Tip! Park at the Forest Lawn Cemetery, end of Grand Street.
After returning to our cars, and loading our bikes, we’ll gather on the roof-top deck at Zukey Lake Tavern for apres-pedal refreshments and socializing.
Meet at 2:00 PM on Wednesday afternoons all summer at the Zukey Lake Tavern parking lot (5011 Girard Drive, Pinckney, MI). We've been given permission to park our cars at the far end of the parking lot (just as you enter off Girard, and before the first speed bump), with the assumption that most of us will stay to enjoy refreshments after the ride.
We'll pedal east to Whitmore Lake Road, then turn back, pedaling west to the end of the paved trail before returning to the parking lot (a total of about 23 miles round trip on the paved, predominately flat trail).
After returning to our cars, and loading our bikes, we'll gather on the roof-top deck at Zukey Lake Tavern for apres-pedal refreshments and socializing. NOTE: There's no live music on the deck, this year, but plenty of smiles. . .
Ann Arbor Ski Club Happy Hour!
Captain Joe's Grill 9901 N. Main Whitmore Lake 48189
Come join us for some summer fun!
Hosts: Carol Pytko & Pat Lyons
The August happy hour will be at Captain Joe's Grill!
Trip Leaders: Margaret Shooshanian and Daniel Flynn.
The Cataract Canyon Rafting Leaders have set up a Pictured Rocks trip with camping at the Tahquamenon Falls State Park for July 17-20.
We will be camping at the lower falls campground and space is limited.
Please contact Dan Flynn (810) 588-8765 or email: A2SkiSummer@gmail.com to let me know if you are interested.
Basic Itinerary:
Due to the distance to pictured rocks 1.7 hrs. drive those days will be fully remote from the campsite.
Pictured Rocks:
The name "Pictured Rocks" comes from the streaks of mineral stain that decorate the cliffs. Stunning colors occur when groundwater oozes out of cracks and trickles down the rock face. Iron (red and orange), copper (blue and green), manganese (brown and black), and limonite (white) are among the most common color-producing minerals.
The best way to see the geologic layers and colors of the Pictured Rocks cliffs is from the water. Late afternoon or early evening sunlight brings out the richest colors.
Click Here to learn more about Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
Tahquamenon Falls State Park:
Tahquamenon Falls State Park encompasses nearly 50,000 acres and stretches 13-plus miles in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The park is home to multiple campgrounds, overnight lodging facilities, a boat launch, more than 35 miles of trails and multiple overlooks to the Upper and Lower Falls.
The 200-feet-wide Upper Falls is one of the largest waterfalls east of the Mississippi River. The river’s amber color is caused by tannins leached from the cedar, spruce and hemlock trees in the swamps drained by the river, and the extremely soft water churned by the action of the falls causes the river’s trademark large amounts of foam. The Lower Falls can be viewed from the riverbank, all-accessible Ronald A. Olson Island Bridge over the Tahquamenon River or by a rowboat rented from a park concession. Drone use is prohibited.
Click Here to learn more about Tahquamenon Falls State Park
So, how does an A2SC Summer Picnic work?
Free to paid Ski Club members, $10 for guests
Spring training is here, and baseball is back! The Chicago Metropolitan Ski Council is doing a Baseball Game again this year: it’s the Crosstown Classic!
GAME: Da Cubs vs. Da Sox DATE: Sunday, July 27, 1:10 pm VENUE: Rate Field, Home of the Chicago White Sox AVAILABILITY: Only 60 seats available. So reserve yours ASAP.
FEATURES: • Game seats in the upper deck, left field, Section 552 • Two-hour pre-game party at Rate Field’s “Patio” space o The Patio is an indoor space, field level, right field, with views of playing field o Shared picnic-style tables with additional space to mix and mingle o Inclusive of food and drinks
• Baseball Buffet includes: o BBQ ribs, Cajun chicken, fried chicken, hot dogs, hamburgers, coleslaw, macaroni, potato, and pasta salads o Domestic and imported beer, wine, Coke products, and water • Patio event starts 90 min. before start of game; ends 30 min. after start of game
PRICE: $96 per person, by check (payable to CMSC).
TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT(S): Contact CMSC Baseball Game Manager Mary Kreinbring at MaryCMSC@outlook.com for payment instructions. We expect these 60 spots to go FAST, so don’t delay.
MORE DETAILS: • Limited space available. 60 tickets reserved for CMSC. First come, first served. • Once the block of tickets is gone, CMSC will start a waiting list. We MAY be able to get more. But the game seats may be in a DIFFERENT section of the stadium. • Purchases by CMSC Clubs Up until May 1, CMSC clubs may purchase a block of up to 10 tickets by a club check to sell to their members. After May 1, the 10-seat limit is removed. o Participants’ names are requested at the time of purchase, if possible, but NO LATER THAN 7/20/25 • Purchases by Individuals o Names are required AT THE TIME OF PURCHASE. • Guests o Club members are welcome to bring their non-member friends and family.
FINE PRINT: • Admittance is BY E-TICKET ONLY. Your seat will be linked to your email address. • Email addresses are required for all participants to assign seating. • No price reduction for children. • Transportation/Parking is NOT included, but information on transportation and parking options will be distributed ahead of time to registered guests. • Tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE. Tickets ARE transferable IF the replacement name is submitted to the Baseball Event Manager by 7/24/25. o NOTE: CMSC MAY be able to fill cancelled spots IF we have a waiting list.
LET’S PLAY BALL! Don’t forget to wear your team colors!!
Ann Arbor's Sonic Lunch!
Meet at 11:30 at Liberty Plaza, by the sidewalk at the corner of Division and Liberty.
Phillip Phillips and Ben Goldsmith will be playing. Come join us to listen to some free great music outside, and stay around afterwards for lunch/ice cream downtown!
Find out more on the Sonic Lunch website.
Host: Darlene Morin
Hosted by: Lisa and Jeff
The Creature Conservancy is located at 4940 Ann Arbor Saline Rd.
You can find out more about their mission and work on their website.
The Creature Conservancy is a non-profit zoological organization with the goal of educating people of all ages about exotic animals in order to promote a better understanding of the animals with which we share our world and therefore an interest in protecting the environment. Our mission is simple: “Conservation Through Education.”
An abandoned alligator was the catalyst that led to the establishment of The Creature Conservancy. One morning in August 2005, Steve Marsh (our founder and head curator) discovered a wooden box containing a 42-inch long American alligator that was left on the doorstep of the nearby veterinary clinic. Based on the health of the alligator, it was most likely a well-cared for pet whose owner was no longer able to care for it. Upon lengthy discussions with local and state animal rescue organizations, it became apparent that exotic animals, like this alligator, are often re-homed or abandoned due to various factors (such as: difficulty and expense of care, impending moves to areas where the animal cannot be housed, lifestyle changes, etc.). Since the discovery of “Al” (the alligator), The Creature Conservancy [a 501(c)(3) non-profit] has grown in both size and scope. We currently provide homes to more than 300 individual animals from roughly 70 different species. These animals are former exotic pets, animals that came to us from other zoos, or animals that we acquired from USDA-approved establishments to become educational ambassadors.
Our animals represent their species to our visitors, and we carefully adhere to the five freedoms of animal welfare to ensure that they are healthy and comfortable doing so. The animals that live at The Creature Conservancy receive the highest quality nutrition and their diets are regularly monitored by our staff under the guidance of veterinarians. Our animals live in safe environments that are designed with their physical and mental health in mind. Animal Kingdom Veterinary Hospital generously provides low cost (and sometimes free) veterinary care to all our animals to ensure that they are healthy and robust. Finally, we have professional animal behavioral staff on our team to see that the animals feel safe, comfortable, and have plenty of enrichment opportunities to engage their minds.
With “Conservation Through Education” as our goal, our weekdays are spent providing summer camps for kids, school field trips, as well as onsite and offsite visits. On the weekends, we are open to the public and feature different educational presentations on our Stone Stage each month. Visitors to our weekend Open Hours get a more close-up view of our animals and have plenty of opportunities to speak directly with our zookeepers, which is something that makes us unique. We also provide fun, interactive programming events throughout the year for people of all ages. No matter what kind of program we offer, an educational component is always threaded throughout to provide our visitors with a rich experience that we hope will positively impact their lives and the world.
The September happy hour will be at TBD!
Saturday, August 16
4 - 8 PM
The annual extravaganza known as The Corn Roast will be held this year at Burns Park in Ann Arbor.
Come enjoy the kick-off event of our ski year.
Volunteers are needed, a link to sign up to help will be added here..
Non-members are encouraged to join us at the Ann Arbor Ski Club's biggest event of the year, which draws over a hundred members and friends. It's an excellent way to learn about our trips, events, and membership.
Music in the Air!
Kellogg Park in downtown Plymouth is hosting a series of Friday night concerts. Magic Bus (Woodstock-era rock) is playing on August 29. Bring your chairs and meet at the popcorn stand if you can't find us.
If you text an RSVP to Darlene (734-717-9762), we will be looking for you, and trying to save you a place. By 6:45 PM, the place is really filling up. Some people have dinner beforehand and then bring drinks and treats to the event
Total trip Duration is 9 days, Embark on a 5-day rafting adventure through Cataract Canyon Sept (6-14) on the Colorado River in Moab, UT.
Signup starts February 13 at our General Meeting at the UA Hall.
Total trip cost without Air is $2919
Trip Details:
Each day will involve 5 - 7 hours of paddling, with nights spent camping under the stars along the riverbank.
To Pre-RSVP and with any questions please email: A2skiSummer@gmail.com
River Trip Information:
Cataract Canyon through Canyonlands National Park is a journey into a spectacular, remote wilderness. This quality multi-faceted adventure is the ideal balance of serenity, fascination, and exhilaration – it will elevate your life. Between mid-May and mid-June, Cataract Canyon has some of the biggest and most challenging whitewater in the United States. This is a thrill seeker's dream, with stunningly powerful rapids. For those seeking “moderate” excitement, trips in late summer feature rapids that are big fun rolling waves. Spend your days rafting through the pristine Colorado River canyons; as early evening draws near, pull up to a private beach that we will transform into our river hotel. While guests finish setting up their tents, the guides will set up the kitchen and prepare a delicious dinner.
At night we will enjoy stories under the starlight as we commiserate with the guides and fellow guests.
Sample Itinerary:
Pre-Trip Orientation: 5:00 pm the day BEFORE departure: We will meet at the Sheri Griffith Expeditions Office, located at 2231 South Highway 191 in Moab. Here you will learn what to expect and prepare for, receive your dry bags, confirm that you have signed Assumption of Risk forms, and get a chance to ask additional questions.
Day 1 7:30 AM -- Meet at Sheri Griffith Expeditions Office 2231 South Highway 191 in Moab. Your bags will be loaded onto the boats, your cars will be parked safely in our fenced and gated yard, and your valuable will be safely stored before you load into the van or bus for the ride to the put-in.
8:00 am -- Depart for Cataract Canyon. There is a 45 minute drive from Moab to the Potash Boat Ramp, where we will start our river journey.
8:30 am -- We will arrive at the Potash Boat Ramp, where we will put on and size the PFDs (Personal Floatation Devices). We will have a brief safety discussion and then board the boats and start our journey.
Mid-day -- We will stop for a "Build Your Own" Sandwich Buffet lunch at one of the beaches along the river.
4:00 pm -- We’ll pull over for the evening and set up camp. Guests will set up their own tents and sleeping gear while the guides work on setting up the kitchen and “living room” and then start dinner. After camp is set up, guests are welcome to play games, explore a bit or relax.
Day 2-5 7:00 am -- First Coffee Call. Everyone starts working on waking up and then packing up your personal items. Guests will start to break camp while the guides prepare a delicious breakfast.
8:00 am -- Breakfast is served. After breakfast we will finish breaking camp and load the boats.
Mid-Day -- We’ll stop for a delicious lunch and possibly a hike or two.
4:00 PM** -- Arrive at camp. Guests will set up camp while the guides start dinner. When your tent is set up, you are welcome to relax or explore as you like.
Day 4 -- Today will be a full day of whitewater excitement! We will run rapids with names like Big Drops, Satan’s Gut and Little Niagara. This evening we’ll celebrate with an anything goes “Dress Up” Party.
Day 5 -- Today we will pass through the final rapids and enter the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area and Lake Powell. We may have some time for hiking, and we will use a motor to push the final few miles to the take out on Lake Powell.
4:00 PM** -- Land at North Wash boat ramp. Guests and their bags will be transported to the airstrip for the return flight.
5:00 PM** -- Board the planes and head back to Moab. The flight takes about 45 minutes.
6:00 PM** -- Arrive at the Sheri Griffith Expeditions office in Moab.
**The take-out and return times are approximate. Water Conditions, weather and other factors may lead to a later or earlier return time
Payments:
Electronic Payment Fees:
For Credit Cards:
3.00% + $0.20 per transaction for VISA, MasterCard, & Discover
3.50% + $0.20 per transaction for AMEX
For ACH/echeck Processing you pay: 1% per ACH/echeck with a $10 cap meaning you never pay more than $10 for an ACH/echeck. And if an ACH/echeck fails/rejects then that is a $10 fee.
All payments, including deposit are non-refundable unless we can fill your spot with another member.
Contract and Flyer:
Contract to Participate - Coming Soon Click here for more trip information, what to bring, and what to wear Cataract Canyon Rafting Adventure Trip Flyer Travel relevant club policies (Taken from our governing documents.)
One excellent way to get to know the club and meet members, or to learn what's new in the club is to come to a General Meeting.
The fun typically includes ice-breaking conversation over snacks and beverages followed by dancing to a DJ's tunes, with the business conducted in-between. Some nights more business happens, but on a typical evening it's concluded in about 30 minutes leaving plenty of time for entertainment. What kind of business? Filling up trips! Announcing trips, answering questions. Also, announcing and answering questions regarding upcoming events. And asking and answering questions!
The fun typically includes ice-breaking conversation over snacks and beverages followed by dancing to a DJ's tunes, with the business conducted in-between.
Some nights more business happens, but on a typical evening it's concluded in about 30 minutes leaving plenty of time for entertainment.
What kind of business? Filling up trips! Announcing trips, answering questions. Also, announcing and answering questions regarding upcoming events. And asking and answering questions!
Please consider signing up for a shift at the membership table, as a greeter, or to help with set-up or clean-up.
Members: FREE!
Non Members: $10
$10 cash guest fee required to help cover expenses.
You must be age 21 or over or accompanied by parent or guardian.
BYOB is NOT approved.
The club has hired a bartender for General Meetings and the beverages are no-charge so leave your bottle at home!
Members: $5
Non Members: $20
We require at the door from guests a $20 donation to help cover expenses.
You must be age 21 or over or accompanied by parent or guardian. Cover charge of $5 for PAID Ann Arbor Ski Club members.
We need your help. Sign up to help at this meeting. Click Here
The fun typically includes ice-breaking conversation over snacks and beverages followed by dancing to a DJ's tunes, with the business conducted in-between. Some nights more business happens, but on a typical evening it's concluded in about 30 minutes leaving plenty of time for entertainment. What kind of business? Filling up trips! Announcing trips, answering questions. Also, announcing and answering questions regarding upcoming events. And, asking and answering questions!
What kind of business? Filling up trips! Announcing trips, answering questions. Also, announcing and answering questions regarding upcoming events. And, asking and answering questions!
LIVE BAND: FERRARIO!
$20 cash guest fee required to help cover expenses.
The club has hired a bartender for General Meetings and the beverages are no-charge so leave your bottle at home! Happy Solstice Too!
Happy Solstice Too!
Ski one of the true heavyweights of alpine skiing in the western Austrian Alps
Trip Leaders: Dan Flynn & Ed Brambs
Register Now to Reserve your Spot
With its formidable expert terrain, impressive snow record and legendary après-ski, St Anton-am-Arlberg is one of the true heavyweights of alpine skiing. But while the steep and deep remains St Anton's big draw, it also has a lot to offer more leisurely skiers, particularly with its recent links to the ski area of neighboring Lech-Zürs. St Anton-am-Arlberg is located in the Tirol province of the western Austrian Alps. St Anton is often described as being in the “Arlberg” region - not an official region per se, but rather an umbrella term used for the collective marketing of the resorts of St Anton, Lech-Zürs and Warth-Schröcken. Skiing in St Anton takes place on both sides of the valley. To the south, Rendl is a small and uncrowded area of skiing ideal for all levels of skier, which sits both above and below the treeline on mostly north-facing slopes. The bulk of St Anton’s slopes are on its north side, however, which is split into three areas (Gampen, Valluga and Galzig). These mostly south-facing slopes are accessed by several different lifts both close to the village centre and further down the valley. This side is also home to most of the resort’s legendary off-piste. From Galzig, you can also ski over to Stuben, which then provides an onwards link to Lech-Zürs.
Trip Includes:
Cost:
Payment for the $500 deposit payable via credit card, all additional payments will be made electronically via ACH. or Credit Card. All electronic payments will incur a surcharge, with ACH offering the lowest cost.
After deposit (Checks are OK), payments will be made electronically via ACH/eCheck or Credit Card. The ACH/eCheck transfer is recommended (est. $30 additional), if using a credit card the full 3% fees are added to your invoice’s for the entire payment process. (est. $150 additional)
Final payment will be adjusted for payment surcharges, exchange rates, single supplement, airfare and lift pass
For ACH/eCheck processing you pay: 1% per ACH/eCheck with a $10 cap meaning you never pay more than $10 for an ACH/eCheck. And if an ACH/eCheck fails/rejects then that is a $10 fee.
Valid Traveler Information Required
MEMBERS MUST VERIFY THAT THEIR DATA IS CORRECT IN THE AASC MEMBERSHIP DATABASE. Full name, including middle, and birthday must match Enhanced Driver's License (US) or Passport (International trips). Passport information must be up-to-date for this trip. Trip rosters will be populated using the AASC database and failure to verify your information may lead to problems at trip departure. If you are missing any information, please update it ASAP in your member profile and with the trip leader.
Click Here to update your profile information.
Trip Documents:
Near the shores of Lake Superior, Stokely consistently has great snow conditions and perfect terrain for cross country skiing and snowshoeing.
Stokely Creek is an all-inclusive winter ski & snowshoe resort. At Stokely, along with the comfortable accommodations, you will have access to three fine homemade meals each day plus appetizers in the late afternoon.
Stokely is located in the Algoma Highlands, just 35 minutes north of Ste. Saint Marie in Goulais River, Canada.
One hundred kilometers of XC trails (66 miles) traverse to the highest peaks of King Mountain and across the valley and creeks below. The trails are expertly groomed and marked green, blue, and black according to difficulty.
Make your lodging reservation at...
The Stokely Creek Lodge fills up quickly, so to stay there you must reserve space soon. The 2025-26 rates are on their website.
Mt. Bachelor, Oregon Ski Trip - Downhill & XC
Ski a dormant stratovolcano atop a shield volcano in the Cascade Volcanic Arc and the Cascade Range of central Oregon
Trip Leaders: Jim Kelly & Lisa Salisbury
Space limited, partial condo available.
Contact Jim Kelly before registering to ensure bedding/roommate configuration will work out for you.
The Mount Bachelor ski area has operated on the mountain since 1958, and the volcano's summit hosts the Mount Bachelor Observatory. A center of winter recreation, the area offers alpine skiing and snowboarding, cross-country skiing, and dog sledding, among other activities. The summit can be reached by a climbing trail that travels over lava from the volcano.
After deposit, all payments will be made electronically via ACH at the Encompasse.com website. Final payment will be adjusted for airfare and lift pass credits.
MEMBERS MUST VERIFY THAT THEIR DATA IS CORRECT IN THE AASC MEMBERSHIP DATABASE. Full name, including middle, and birthday must match Enhanced Driver's License (US) or Passport (International trips). Trip rosters will be populated using the AASC database and failure to verify your information may lead to problems at trip departure. If you are missing any information, please update it ASAP in your member profile and with the trip leader.
The Taste and Glide ski event features a small lodge with food, music, drink, and merriment for only $30. The whole event is a blast.
You can go up any time, but a lot of us go up Thursday, (March 5 this year) and ski Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Some stay overnight Sunday.
There will be a room block reserved at the AmericInn. Discount price will be announced in the new year.
Write or call me if you have any questions.
Lane Hotchkiss, AASC Cross Country Ski Coordinator
Cell: 734-730-7209
About Valley Spur
Valley Spur is a favorite Alger County destination for dedicated cross-country skiers and snowshoers. It is located on M-94 approximately 5 miles west of Munising, Michigan in the Hiawatha National Forest.
The 27-mile cross-country trail system is groomed daily or as the need arises from December through March so that the trails are always ready.
All trails are groomed for both skate and classic ski.
Valley Spur usually enjoys a deep snow base thanks to heavy accumulations from the lake effect off Lake Superior.
Ski the San Juan Mountains, often called Colorado's Alps
Trip Leaders: Greg Robertson & Cheryl Anderson
New Lower Price!
See Cost Section and Revised Contract
This trip is full and has a waitlist
No payment required to join the waitlist
Telluride, tucked into a box canyon of the San Juan Mountains, is one of the most scenic ski resorts found anywhere. The San Juans are often called Colorado's Alps.
Telluride has something for everyone. The Plunge, Revelation Bowl and Gold Hill offer plenty of steep drops for experts. See Forever and Prospect Bowl have ideal terrain for intermediate skiers, and the wide open, gentle slopes of Ute Park and The Meadows are great starting places for beginners, all while enjoying the endless scenery of the San Juan Mountains.
Total Cost (for ACH, check or cash. Credit Cards +3%) Ground (condo, shuttle, other) $1,324 Air $853 5-day EPIC Pass $527 Lift pass rebate ( see notes ) ($105) TOTAL $2,599 Single bedroom upgrade $1,116
Lift Tickets:
EPIC PASS is NOT included. YOU MUST PURCHASE PASS SEPARATELY, then go on the Telluride trip to receive the rebate. Epic LOCAL pass is NOT valid at Telluride. Epic price of $527 based on 5-day DAY PASS. IF purchased direct from Encompasse, $105 rebate will be applied to final trip payment for NET cost of $422. Other options available. First Epic price increase occurs on May 26 Additional Lift Ticket Information: Epic prices increase as time goes on: first increase 5-26-25; second near Labor Day; last sales after Thanksgiving ? Epic DAY PASS MUST be “ALL RESORTS”, 4, 5, 6 or 7 day. “32 or 22 resorts” versions do NOT include Telluride. BONUS: EPIC DAY PASS with ALL RESORTS access includes matching Bonus Days to use at Mt. Brighton. So a 5- Day EPIC DAY PASS, ALL RESORTs, you get 5 days for use at Telluride, and ANOTHER 5-days for Mt Brighton.
Additional Lift Ticket Information:
The deposit needs to be paid at the time of trip sign up. For most people, this will be at the Aloha/Trip Sign Up Party on Thursday 05-15-25. Payment at the party can be in the form of cash, check or credit card (+3% fee).
For payments other than the deposit, we encourage people to pay via ACH directly to Encompasse Tours using their website. There is NO FEE for this service.
First EPIC price increase. 2nd near labor day
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