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• Bikes & Brews on the Lakeland Trail

  • Start
    Wed, June 01, 2022
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  • End
    Wed, September 28, 2022
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  • Schedule
    18 sessions
  • Location
    Zukey Lake Tavern, 5011 Girard Drive, Pinckney, MI

  

  Just Your Classic Hump Day Ride
  

  
  

  
   
  Host: Joe Knopp

  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. 

  How Does it Work?

  Meet at 2:00 pm at the Zukey Lake Tavern parking lot. We’ve been given permission to park at the far end of the lot-- just as you enter off Girard, and before the first speed bump. 

  They're happy to accommodate us since many  will stay to enjoy refreshments after the ride.

  We will first pedal east to Whitmore Lake Road then turn back pedaling west, where we'll pass through the Zukey lot again.  You might choose to stop here, or keep riding.  See below.

  From this halfway point we'll ride to the end of the paved trail west of Pinckney before returning to Zukey. The full ride is 23 miles round trip on the paved, predominately flat trail.  The shorter ride is 11 miles.  

  If you can't bike with us join us on the deck at Zukey Lake Tavern for a brew or pizza.

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Dexter Monday Bike Rides

  • Start
    Mon, June 13, 2022
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  • End
    Mon, August 29, 2022
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  • Schedule
    12 sessions
  • Location
    Grand Street, Dexter, MI

  Trail-Time at Dexter Hudson Mills

  Bike it
  Walk it
  Run it
  Wheel-chair it
  Lots of options

  
  

    
  Hosts: Betty Cornell and ?

  Be ready to ride at 2 PM

  Join us on the trail, then, optionally, at Aubree's on Main Street at 3:45 for Happy Hour and/or a bite to eat.

  You can bike as far or as short as you want, up to 22 miles, allowing a range of abilities to participate.

  Or, don't bike it.  Enjoy this paved route on your terms.

  The route includes the Dexter-Huron Metropark loop with a connection from the village of Dexter using the Dexter-Hudson Mills trail.   Except for a couple of boardwalks the entire route is paved.

  And, dogs on a leash are allowed.

  Tip!  Park at the Forest Lawn Cemetery, end of Grand Street.

  

  
  

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• July Burns Park Picnic

  • When
    Thu, July 14, 2022
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    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Burns Park, 1200 Baldwin Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

  

  In & behind the
  Burns Park shelter at the corner of Wells & Baldwin

  Hosted By the BOD

  
  

  
  

  So, how does an A²SC Summer Picnic work? 

  • Hot dogs, hamburgers, beer, wine, soft drinks, chips and paper products will be supplied.
  • Bring a dish to share (optional)
  • Grill space will be available for BYO BBQ if you like.

  Free to paid Ski Club members, $5 for guests
  

  
  

  
  

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• July Happy Hour

  • When
    Thu, July 21, 2022
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    5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    9901 N. Main, Whitmore Lake, MI

  July Happy Hour

  at

  Captain Joe's Grill in Whitmore Lake

  Get out of town for Art Fair!

  Happy hour specials include $2.00 off wine, domestic draft & bottle beer, and select mixed drinks until 6:00. The food menu offers a variety of appetizers, soups & salads, and entrees. 

  We’ll be sitting on the patio listening to live music, unless inclement weather drives us inside.

  Art Fair starts on this day, so it’s a good time to get out of Ann Arbor but remember to check traffic on  US-23 North before leaving. We have been here a number of times last summer and always had a great time. 

    Hosts: Liz Perri and Carol Pytko

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• German Park Biergarten Picnic - July

  • When
    Sat, July 30, 2022
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    5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location
    German Park, 5549 Pontiac Trail, Ann Arbor, MI 48105

  

  German Park Picnic and dancing!

  
  

  Host: Alan Osterdale
  

  This is an A²SC favorite. On the last Saturday of June, July and August the German Park Recreation Club will host Biergarten picnics.  Come celebrate German culture and enjoy;

  • Live Music
  • Authentic German Food and Beer
  • Live German Dance Performances

  Cost: $5 entrance per adult. 

  Meet at the far-side picnic tables. Look for the red A²SC ski pole flag.   Join us us and get in on the;

  • Ein Gespräch unter Freunden
  • Tanzen und Springen
  • Da isst es Sich Gut  
  • Die Franzosen Essen Gut   
  • Wein und Bier
  • und Zee Schlapschtick

  Wunderbar!

  
  

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• Ann Arbor Ski Club Corn Roast 2022

  • When
    Sun, August 21, 2022
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    1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    TBD

  Mark your calendar

  Sixty-ninth??

  Hosts: The Board of Directors
  Photo Credit: Susan Brown

  Location to be determined.

  Come enjoy the kick-off event of our ski year.

  • There will be food, games, live music and corn! 
  • The BOD will supply, in addition to grilled corn, grilled hot-dogs and chips, kegged beer, wine, soft drinks, and water. 
  • Also, supplied by the club is table service-- no need to bring your own kit.
  • Bring a dish to pass.  And, use one of our fired-up grills to cook your own entrée.

  Ski Trips Will Open For Registration

  Including--
   Whistler... and some others!

  Public Welcome!

  Non-members are encouraged to join us at the Ann Arbor Ski Club's biggest event of the year, which draws hundreds of members and friends.  It's an excellent way to learn about our trips, events, and membership.

  Costs for members and guests are

  • $5 Entrance Fee to the Corn Roast and optionally,
  • $20 Annual Membership Fee for new members, if you choose to join.

  You must be 21 or older, or accompanied by your parent or guardian to attend the A²SC Corn Roast.

  BYOB is nae approved, laddy. The club supplies beer and wine.
  

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• Peninsula Pedal 'n Pour 2022

  • Start
    Fri, September 16, 2022
  • End
    Sun, September 18, 2022
  • Location
    Bayshore Resort, 833 E Front St, Traverse City, MI

  TART TIMES IN TC

  September is Closer than you Think !!

  Up North Michigan
  Late Summer weekend
  Leelanau Peninsula
  a battalion of fun friends
  on bikes!

  Sign-ups opened on 7-APR AND will CLOSE on 16-aug 

  Hosts:  Joe Knopp and Bonnie Marsalese
  

     

  Included

  • Two nights lodging at Bayshore Resort on Grand Traverse Bay
    
  • TART trail system bike rides-- Saturday and optionally Sunday
  • Lunch and laughs at Hop Lot in Suttons Bay
  • TC evening on the town or at the beach-- your call, your tab
  • Friday night hospitality suite serving dinner and beverages
  • Continental breakfasts each morning and robust

  How Much

  • $344 for double occupancy
  • $676 for single occupancy

  Limited to first 36 paid registrants with each single room sold reducing maximum number of travelers by one. (Eighteen rooms are reserved.)

  For detailed information open the
  2022 Traverse City Contract and Flyer
  

  Preparation Resources

  • TART (Traverse Area Recreation Trails)
  • Rails-to-Trails on Leelanau
  • Hop Lot Brewing in Suttons Bay

  

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• Euchre Night!

  • Start
    Sat, September 17, 2022
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  • End
    Sat, December 17, 2022
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Moose Lodge, 5506 Stony Creek Road, Ypsilanti 48197

  EuchEred!
  

  This could be you!
  on the 3rd Saturday  of each month 

  from September through Deceomber

  Sign-in begins at 7:00, play begins at 7:30

  Host: Dana Arning
  

  We play at the Moose Lodge in Ypsilanti at 5506 Stony Creek Road.

  More details to follow!

  
  

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• General Meetings 2022 - 2023

  • Start
    Thu, September 29, 2022
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  • End
    Sat, April 20, 2024
  • Schedule
    8 sessions
  • Location
    UA Local 190 Hall, 7920 Jackson Rd, Ann Arbor, MI

  General Meetings

  2022-2023

  Hosts: BOD

  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.

  2022-2023 Dates and themes

  • September 29, 2022- 1st General Meeting
  • October 20, 2022- Halloween Party
  • November 10, 2022- Cross Country Kick Off
  • December 8, 2022- Christmas
  • February 9, 2023- Mt. Brighton
  • March 9, 2023- Pre-Election Warmup
  • March 30, 2023- Annual Business Meeting & Elections
  • April 20, 2023- Aloha Party 

  At General Meetings (GMs) two things occur;

  • A little club business is conducted, and
  • A lot of fun happens. 

  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!

  Non-members are welcome! 

  We request at the door from guests a $5 donation 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!

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• MACC Competitive Skiing 2023

  • Start
    Sat, January 07, 2023
  • End
    Sun, March 12, 2023
  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    Boyne Mountain, 1 Boyne Mountain Road Boyne Falls, MI 49713

  Do You Feel the Need for Speed?

  We've Got a Solution!

  
  

  Competitive Racing Coordinator:  Alan Osterdale

  A²SC fields a competitive racing team.  In 2014 our team brought home a trophy.  Build up your skills and your speed and have fun doing it.

  The Michigan Alpine Competition Council (MACC) is;

  

  "...a non-profit organization made of amateur ski racers who work as volunteers to run the main Alpine ski racing program for adults in the Michigan region.

  Our race series covers 12 races over five weekends each year at Boyne Mountain.

  It's open to virtually all adult recreational racers and also 14, 15, 16, and 17-year old racers with MACC parents.

  You race in a class based on ability and gender. Ability groups with lots of racers are further divided by age.

  Most races are FIS slalom and giant slalom. We also have a genuine super-G and a super-combined fun race at the end of the season."

  
  

  
  

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• Whistler-Blackcomb

  • Start
    Sat, January 21, 2023
  • End
    Sat, January 28, 2023
  • Location
    Whistler, British Columbia

  out west up north, eh?

   International Travel is Back

  
  

      
  Trip Leaders: Alan Osterdale and Jen Turner

  Both Downhill and Cross-Country skiing are available on this trip.

  There are no group passes on our trips.
  All lift tickets must be some type of Epic Pass.
  Buy early for a lower price.

  Included

  • Pre-trip introductions party
  • Flights on United Airlines 
  • Ground transport from Vancouver to resort over the Sea to Sky Highway, (2 hours)
  • Lodging at the Listel Hotel, a10-minute walk from the nearest lift
  • A Spring Mega-Party for everyone to enjoy telling and remembering

  Flights

  UA Detroit- Chicago-Vancouver, 7:48am, 11:19am
  UA Vancouver-Chicago-Detroit, 7:00am, 4:27pm

  Costs

  Flight, Hotel and Ground Transfer, $1,664
  Lift ticket, $299, 5-day Epic restricted, (as of 5/26)

  Useful Info

  • VERY IMPORTANT!  Skiers must have a valid passport Please ensure you are prepared for international travel.
  • UA will charge for baggage.  They have a baggage calculator online.  Indicate in the calculator that yours is an economy flight from Detroit to Vancouver.  You'll be able to pay online in advance of travel, or at check-in.  Generally, first bag is free, all others are checked for a fee, and boot bag plus skis count for one.
  • Your trip leaders use TravelInsured.com to protect against unexpected travel or medical costs.  Other options are available.
  • For more info check out Listel Hotel's advice to first timers at Whistler
  • Sign-ups will begin at the Corn Roast, August 21

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• Downhill at Breckenridge

  • Start
    Sat, February 04, 2023
  • End
    Sat, February 11, 2023
  • Location
    Breckenridge, Colorado

  A Short Hop From Denver

  
  

  
  

  Hosts: Greg Robertson & TBD
  
    

  There are no group passes on our trips.
  All lift tickets must be some type of Epic Pass.
  Buy early for a lower price.
  

  

  With 5 distinct peaks & terrain ranging from mellow rolling learning greens to majestic high alpine chutes and bowls, Breckenridge has something for all abilities and interests. 

  Every beginner and intermediate trail is groomed nightly so you can enjoy endless turns throughout your day.  Or, ride North America’s highest chairlift, the Imperial Express, up to the high alpine bowls for unforgettable views and steeps. 

  If you’re looking for terrain parks, Breckenridge has five – one for every skill level.

  This Trip Includes

  • Pre-party,
  • RT airfare Detroit to Denver, CO,
  • ground transport to Breckenridge,
  • 7 nights lodging,
  • welcome reception,
  • post trip mega party.
    

  Lodging

  • Condo: 2 BR, 2 Bath
  • Hotel Room: 2 Bed

  Located conveniently at the base of Peak 9 with direct ski-in ski-out access plus a very short walk (or shuttle) to Main St. 
  

  Beaver Run Resort is the best location you will ever experience!!! 

  On-site amenities include

  • Condos: 1125 ft², Full kitchen, wood-burning fireplace, balcony, humidifier, WiFi
  • Hotel room: 362 ft², 2 queen beds, mini-fridge, microwave, humidifier, WiFi
  • Onsite: ski rental, ski lessons, restaurants, shopping, 2 pools, 9 outdoor hot tubs, free private ski lockers only steps from the snow

  Costs

  • Flight, Condo and Ground transfer,  $1,618
  • Lift Tickets, $421, 5 day epic restricted , As of 5/26

  
  

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• SKINIKS, 2023 Grindelwald, Meribel, & Paris

  • Start
    Sat, February 25, 2023
  • End
    Wed, March 15, 2023
  • Location
    GRINDELWALD, SWITZERLAND

  Experts at European Ski Trips Do it Again

  A Southeast Michigan Ski Club That Specializes in European Trips

  They were MDSC Once, But Not Today

  Alpine Adventures Travel Agent: Pete Kovacevic 

  Longtime club member Gerlinda Melchiori, with the help of Alpine Adventures, is bringing to our attention this trip to Europe next winter.  The SKINIKS specialize in one European trip each winter.

  They are in need of an early commitment to secure rooms post-pandemic.  People are traveling again.

  Trip details and the registration form is here.

  There are three parts to this trip

  1. Ski week 1, Grindelwald, Switzerland
  2. Ski week 2, Meribel, France
  3. Paris

  For more information read the flyer/registration form or contact Pete at Alpine Adventures.  The SKINIKS and Alpine Adventures report a long relationship.  A²SC is using Alpine Adventures for its European River Cruise in 2023.

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• Heavenly Mountain Resort - Lake Tahoe

  • Start
    Sat, March 11, 2023
  • End
    Sat, March 18, 2023
  • Location
    Heavenly Mountain Resort. 3860 Saddle Rd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

   Bring Your Wings!
  

  Pacific Time Zone
  

  
  

  Trip Leaders - Jim Kelly

  Details

  • Lodging - Forest Suites Resort Condos
  • Flights
  • • UA Detroit - Chicago - Sacramento,  7:48am, 11:41am,
    • UA Sacramento-Chicago-Detroit,  2:00pm, 11:37pm,
  • Costs
  • • Flight, Condo and Ground transfer, $1,708,
    • Lift, $227, 5-day Epic restricted, As of 5/26,

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• France River Cruise - June 12-19, 2023

  • Start
    Mon, June 12, 2023
  • End
    Mon, June 19, 2023
  • Location
    France, Saone and Rhone Rivers

  Ann Arbor Ski Club France River Cruise -June 12-19, 2023

  
  

  8 days and 7 nights

  LYON- MACON-VIENNE-ARLES-AVIGNON-VIVIERS-TOURNON-LYON

  Spend a week exploring the country from Burgundy to Provence on the Saone and Rhone Rivers.  During the trip you will explore the French countryside.  In the evenings spend time on the sun deck, eating gourmet meals and watching the sites as we sail down the river. 

  The Club is trying something new with this trip.  To get an idea about the interest for the trip and to reserve more rooms if necessary, a SAVE MY SPACE deposit will be taken in July.  More details to follow.

  Questions? Please contact one of the Trip Leaders- Jim Kelly at Jimbokellymi@gmail.com or

  Lisa Salisbury- at  Stlshows@gmail.com

  Trip cost per person, double occupancy: $4,218. Note: this is an approximate price as airfare is not finalized. $1,500 is included in the price as a budget number. Also, trip can be purchased with no airfare in order to allow participants to make their own travel plans for pre or post cruise travel in Europe.

  Included: Airfare, Ship Gratuities, Bus transfer to/from Ship, Basic Excursion Package

  Room is a lower deck room, Upper deck room is $243 extra

  Single Supplement $818

  Price Includes:

  • All meals on-board the cruise from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day
  • Onboard drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists)
  • Open bar including: wine, beer, spirits, mineral water, coffee, tea, and fruit juice
  • Double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom
  • Assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess
  • Welcome cocktail, gala dinner
  • Onboard entertainment as noted in the itinerary
  • All port fees

  The Ship- MS Camargue

   

  
  

  
  

  Boat Details

  Guest Capacity: 104, Number of Cabins: 54, Number of Decks: 2

  River Vessel

  Cabins Outside

  Boat Includes Restaurant, Upper Deck, Bar and Lounge with Dancefloor

  Excursion Package Already Included In The Trip Price:

  Basic Excursion package already included in trip (8 excursions included)

  Lyon Gourmet Walk----Cluny Abby----Guided Tour Of Vienne----Avignon and The Pope’s Palace----Camargue Safari by ATV----Guided Tour Of Arles And Visit Of An Olive Oil Site----Guided Tour Of Vivier----Tournon

  Cycling Package can be substituted for an additional cost instead of excursion package

  Cycling add-on:
  Per Person:  $1,585 USD,  E-Bike: $370 USD, Road Bike:  $423 USD (credit for included excursion)

  Biking is with a guide. A van will follow with extra equipment or if anyone needs a ride. The cycling groups can be divided if there are different levels of ability. 

  ** The club is looking at a 3 Night trip to Paris, France as an additional trip at the end of the cruise.  Prices for this will be sent to everyone doing early sign up in July.

  Deposit is fully refundable if you do not convert your “Save My Space” to a regular registration by August 21st.
  ● Regular registration will begin on August 21st; space will be guaranteed to those who have a “Save My Space” reservation.
  ● After converting your registration, regular trip and cancellation policies will apply. See full registration package for details, available in late July.
  

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