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President's Message Hello OSTC Club members! The attendance at our most recent monthly social events has been outstanding from both long-time members and new members. Check out our Meetup.com page Orlando Ski and Travel Club Meetup Group (Orlando, FL) | Meetup for information on local club gatherings that include new ideas such as the Winter Park Art Gallery Happy Hour and the Country Line Dancing Lessons in Sanford. The Travel Committee, and especially our VP of Trips, Cyndy Valence, have been hard at work for months planning our upcoming ski trips. Now we also have some adventure trips on the horizon and one will be launching any day now. So, keep your eyes out for that announcement as it will be an International Adventure Trip leaving in Summer 2023! Ski Trip signups for our Dec 2022 and 2023 Ski Season are open now on the club website! Many of the trips are already sold out, so don’t delay signing up for those with remaining available space. Visit the website by clicking HERE!
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Steve Clark, OSTC President
| | | | | Check out our detailed list below of trips that have spots remaining! Don't forget that the $100 Early Bird Discount expires July 15th, so the time to sign up is NOW!
There Are Only 2 Weeks Left!!
Trips with spots remaining:
Sun Valley Breckenridge Mammoth Telluride Chamonix Big Sky All other trips are sold out, but we encourage you to sign up on the waitlist for the trips of your choice! | | | | | • Available • Sun Valley, Idaho December 7th - 12th, 2022 Book Here
Trip Leader: Steve Clark (407) 803-2239 • Email SClark2575@gmail.com
Assistant: Gunther Zurstadt A couple of new opportunities for the Sun Valley Trip (previously sold out) have opened up on the website so don't delay in signing up for this particular trip if you'd like to go! Great opportunity exists if you're a single individual and would like to be matched with a roommate.
Sun Valley “Celebrity Hotspot” - Welcome to the birthplace of destination skiing! More than 3,400 vertical feet and over 2,000 acres of varied terrain, Sun Valley offers skiers and boarders something special on not just one mountain, but two. Bald Mountain’s consistent pitch, lack of lift lines and variety of terrain have earned it a reputation as one of the world’s finest ski mountains. 13 chairlifts and 65 varied runs await skiers and boarders on both sides of Baldy. Dollar Mountain is the perfect place to get introduced to downhill sports and features two new high-speed quads, a full-featured terrain park with 76 rails and the Wundercarpet, an effortless uphill transporter! LODGING: 5 nights in the Limelight Hotel/Ketchum AIR TRAVEL: United Airlines (subject to change) - RT to Sun Valley Airport (1 stop in Denver) $100 EarlyBird Discount off price listed below if signed up for
the trip prior to July 15th, 2022! PACKAGE PRICE: $1,459 per person (double occupancy) if staying in a room with 1 King bed or 2 Queens (1 person MAX in Single Occupancy rooms that pay Single Supplement if available; no exceptions) Lodging Only Price: $899 per person (double occupancy) – responsible for booking/paying your own flights. PACKAGE PRICE INCLUDES: RT United Flight to Sun Valley, ground transfer to & from Sun Valley Airport. 5 nights lodging; Breakfast Buffet included, all taxes; pre-trip party and apre ski beverages. | | | • 2 Spots Available • Breckenridge, Colorado with FSC January 7th - 14th, 2023 Book Here
Trip Leaders: Mike Beckman (386) 747-6162
Email: FamilyRealtyMikeBeckman@hotmail.com
Assistant: Robin Beckman Breckenridge is the outdoor paradise you want to be in during the winter! With five huge peaks spanning 2,908 acres, skiing and snowboarding at Breckenridge Ski Resort is an awe-inspiring experience no matter the person! Ride North America’s highest chairlift, the Imperial Express, up to the high alpine bowls for unforgettable views and steeps peaking as high as 12,840 ft! Breckenridge is indeed a mecca for skiing and snowboarding but also has a wonderful old western town nestled in the Rocky Mountains full of charm and breathtaking views to the peaks above. Learn about the activities, events, and town that make Breckenridge a must-see destination that both skiers and non-skiers to enjoy! LODGING: 7 nights in the Beaver Run
Ski in/out at base of peak 9
1 Room with 2 Queen Beds available for a couple or 2 Singles
AIR TRAVEL: United non-stop to Denver (subject to change) $100 EarlyBird Discount off price listed below if signed up for
the trip prior to July 15th, 2022! PACKAGE PRICE: $1,774 per person double occupancy per bedroom in a 2 bedroom/2 bath condo
(1 person MAX in Single Occupancy rooms that pay Single Supplement, if available; no exceptions). PACKAGE PRICE INCLUDES: RT Flight to Denver, ground transfer to & from Breckenridge, Round Trip baggage handling. 7 nights lodging; all taxes; pre-trip party and welcome reception/party at hotel. | | | • Available • Mammoth, California February 11th - 18th, 2023 Book Here Trip Leaders: Kathryn Hardage (407) 341-3796
Email: Hardage/Kathryn@gmail.com
Assistant: Cheryl Miller Mammoth Lakes Ski Resort in the Sierra Nevada Mountain range. Boasting the highest lift-served summit in California at 11,053 feet, winters are long and legendary – known for some of the best skiing & snowboarding in the US. Mammoth delivers big smiles on the slopes from first timers to Olympians. Stay at Juniper Spring (4 star) with two bedroom/two bath condos w/full kitchen, spacious living room w/gas fireplace & balcony. Complex has Daily Grind Coffee Shop, nice Main Lobby, fitness room, free in-room wi-fi, (3) hot tubs & large, heated pool. Eagle Base Lodge next door offers full rental equip and other guided tour info. Ski in, almost ski out (walk 100 yards to lift); tubing hill, snowmobiling options. Free Ski Shuttle to others ski areas of mt & free hotel shuttle to village. Plus 19 miles of groomed trails for cross country skiing & snowshoeing in the lake basin! LODGING: See Website For Full Details!
6 nights in Mammoth Lakes at Juniper Springs Condos with last night at Reno’s Silver Legacy.
AIR TRAVEL: TBD $100 EarlyBird Discount off price listed below if signed up for
the trip prior to July 15th, 2022! PACKAGE PRICE: $2,159 per person, QUAD occupancy in 2 Bedroom/2 Bath condos or $2,470 pp, 1 Bedroom/1 Bath condos (2 units) (1 person MAX in Single Occupancy rooms that pay Single Supplement if available; no exceptions). PACKAGE PRICE INCLUDES: United RT Air to Reno, Lodging (6 nights Mammoth + 1 night Reno), all ground transfers, free ski shuttle to mts, all taxes. Plus, pre-trip party, one FSC dinner/party & OSTC Apres’ socials.
| | | • Available • Telluride, Colorado March 4th - 11th, 2023 Book Here Trip Leader: Bob Mackey (321) 277-3411
Email: SkiBobM@gmail.com Ranked #2 ski resort in the U.S. by snowpak.com. Nestled at the end of a box canyon in the San Juan Mountains of Southwest Colorado, Telluride sits against the most beautiful backdrops imaginable. Surrounded by the greatest concentration of 14,000 foot peaks in North America, this charming and authentic town is far removed from the hectic pace of everyday life. The eight-block historic district is lined with colorful Victorian homes, elegant restaurants and boutiques, fine art galleries and plenty of Old West saloons. A 13-minute gondola ride links the town to the European inspired Mountain Village, with its unsurpassable scenic ambience and ski-in/ski-out lodging. While the mountain is known for its challenging terrain, 36% of the 2,000+ acres is rated intermediate and 23% beginner. There are 148 trails, plenty of corduroy cruisers, meandering green and blue runs (longest run 4.6 miles, Galloping Goose), moderate bumps, along with the steep and deep, for those in the pack that like to run wild! What a great place to Howl at the Moon! LODGING: See Website For Full Details!
The Mountain Lodge, ski in/ski out lodging, rustic charm that radiates serenity and luxury. Featuring warm Western design, personal balconies, and modern lifestyle amenities. Designed with soft leather furnishings, rich wood accents and warm interiors, our mountain accommodations are an oasis of alpine elegance. The Lodge has ski lockers & storage, fitness center, outdoor heated pool & hot tubs and lap pool, The View Restaurant, laundry facilities, as well as spectacular views of the surrounding San Juan Mountains. It ’s a short walk to Village Market and Gondola, free Lodge shuttle to the shops and restaurants in the “mountain village” and the free gondola that takes you to the historic town of Telluride for shopping and dining.
AIR TRAVEL: American Airlines jet service to/from Montrose $100 EarlyBird Discount off price listed below if signed up for
the trip prior to July 15th, 2022! PACKAGE PRICE: See Website For Full Pricing Options!
(See below for quick guide) PACKAGE PRICE INCLUDES:
American Airlines jet service to/from Montrose
Charter bus airport transfers to/from Telluride
7 nights lodging including portage, tax & resort fees
Pre-trip & welcome parties
Guided ski tour of the resort led by staff from Mountain Lodge
Bus & bellman gratuities
On-call van service within Mountain Village
| | | | | • Available • Chamonix, France with FSC March 10th - 22nd, 2023 Book Here Trip Leaders: Kathryn Hardage (407) 341-3796
Email: Hardage/Kathryn@gmail.com
Assistant: Rose Palmer Experience France from skiing the glorious French Alps, moving on to Lyon for history & culinary delights, then wrap up the trip on the French Rivera of the Mediterranean Sea in Nice. Towns to ski and tour: Chamonix, Lyon and Nice, France. Stay tuned for all the delicious details! LODGING: Chamonix 7 nights in 4*Alpina Eclectic Hotel with Panoramic Dining, Spa & Wellness Center, two bars, snack restaurant, located 50 yards from ski shuttle and the main village • Lyon 2 nights in 4* Carlton Hotel combining authenticity & character with modern comfort and elegance.
• Nice 3 nights in 4* Hotel West End multiple dining rooms & bars, located on the Med Sea Promenade. AIR TRAVEL: RT AIR- DELTA - Orlando >Atlanta>Amsterdam>Geneva, departing from Nice>Ams>MCO on return. • All ground transportation; guided walking tour of Lyon; full day guided tour of Nice & Cannes. Pre-trip party. All details taken care of for you! • Full Breakfast Buffet X 11 days
• Dinner at Alpina Hotel X 5
• FSC Gala Party
• OSTC Happy Hours AIR TRAVEL: TBD $100 EarlyBird Discount off price listed below if signed up for
the trip prior to July 15th, 2022! Prices start at $4755
| | | • 1 Male Roomate Spot Available • Big Sky, Montana March 18th - 25th, 2023 Book Here
Trip Leader: Cyndy Valence (407) 810-3434
Email CyndyValence@icloud.com
Assistant: Robin Beckman BIG MOUNTAIN, BIG FUN: The Biggest Skiing in America with 5,800 acres and 4,350 vertical feet, 400+ annual snowfall and the new Ramcharger 8 bubble lift featuring heated seats, Big Sky has it all: friendly beginner, cruising blues, and challenging terrain including the Big Couloir at Lone Peak. Join OSTC this spring as we circle the wagons in Montana’s premier ski destination, a long time favorite of our club! Magnificent breakfasts, après-ski socials, and opportunities to snowshoe, dog sled, or visit with wolves. Join Ski Bunnies Cyndy and Robin and try your hand at our: ♠ ON-MOUNTAIN POKER RUN ♣ FUN, FRIENDSHIPS and PRIZES await — DON’T MISS THIS TRIP! LODGING: 7 nights DBL Occupancy at THE HUNTLEY LODGE in newly renovated HOTEL rooms in the heart of Big Sky’s Mountain Village. Steps from the Explorer Lift just out the back door, you’ll be warm and cozy when not out exploring this winter wonderland. Amenities include: · On property dining at Chet’s, Mocha, and the Huntley Dining Room; Huntley’s hot breakfast buffet · Complimentary Ski Valet; free ski rental delivery from Big Sky Sports Rental AIR TRAVEL: From Orlando United Airlines 1-stop jet service to Bozeman (subject to change):
March 18th 8:20a (MCO-DEN-BZN) 1:27pm March 25th 2:27p (BZN-DEN-MCO) 11:18p
$100 EarlyBird Discount off price listed below if signed up for
the trip prior to July 15th, 2022! PACKAGE PRICE: $2,092 per person Huntley or $2,052 Village Center Studio. PACKAGE PRICE INCLUDES: Round trip flight from Orlando on United Airlines, ground transfers to & from Airport with grocery stop, 7 nights lodging, all taxes, baggage handling, FULL HOT BREAKFAST BUFFET DAILY, Pre-trip party, Welcome Wine & Cheese Reception, après socials, and more. Accommodations/roommates are assigned in order deposits or credit card payments are received. No space is held without a $500 per person deposit or full trip credit card payment. Early commitments get first choice! *Very Limited Single OCC rooms (1 person MAX in Single Occupancy rooms that pay Single Supplement; no exceptions) & Land Only/No air - SOLD OUT | | | | | | | | | Happy Hour Art Tour Wednesday, July 6th 6pm The Alfond Inn 300 E. New England Ave Winter Park, FL 32789 Join us at 6pm for a guided tour of selections from The Alfond Collection of Contemporary Art, on view at The Alfond Inn in Winter Park. Meet in the hotel lobby at 6pm with your beverage of choice in hand. The tour lasts about 60 minutes. There is no cost to participate in the tour. Any beverage or food will be at your expense.
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Thursday, July 7th 7pm-10pm The Barn 1200 S. French Ave Sanford, FL Have you ever wanted to learn how to line dance? Here is your chance! Join your fellow OSTC friends at The Barn where they will show us 3 line dances before the crowd comes in at 9pm! The cost is $8 if you arrive for the lessons from 7-9pm! Wear those cowboy hats, jeans, and boots! We can't wait to see you.
| | | OSTC Social Wednesday, July 13th 6pm-9pm The Bar & Grill at the Hilton Garden Inn 1275 Lee Road Winter Park, FL 32789 (Located on the corner of Lee Rd., and Hwy. 17-92, right behind Miller Ale House) Enjoy an evening with friends and new members in this upscale, contemporary atmosphere. There is plenty of seating, and mingle space! Appetizers will be available along with libations from the full bar. Ample parking is also available. See you there. Cheers! Let Us Know You're Coming Here! | | | OSTC Thirsty Thursday Thursday, July 21st 6pm-8pm Elevate Rooftop Lounge 2000 N Orange Ave • Suite 300 Orlando, FL Watch the Sunset with us! Thirsty Thursday Happy Hour is about meeting new people that may have interest in socializing or participating in activities such as Snow Ski or Boarding, Group Travel Adventure Trips, local Running, Kayaking, Dragon boating, Hiking, or Tennis! Stop by, say hi and hang out for bit. We’re meeting in a Great New Central Orlando location at the Elevate Rooftop Lounge (near Florida Hospital). Sunset Happy Hour Specials 6-8pm. Bring a friend! RSVP on this Meetup.com and Save this date on your calendar now! • Recommend eating before or afterward, this is a drinks only establishment. What to bring... yourself, your smile:) and invite your friends. https://www.elevaterooftop.com/
Let Us Know You're Coming Here! | | | The Orlando Ski and Travel Club is a year-round, volunteer-run social organization with over 300 adventurous members whose winter activities center on snow skiing and snowboarding. Since 1976, the Club has been offering trips to top-rated ski destinations world-wide. We are a proud member of the Florida Ski Council . In addition to fabulous group ski trips, the Orlando Ski and Travel Club offers a variety of activities and social events to keep you busy during the "off" season. From wine tastings to cruises and weekend excursions, the Orlando Ski Club is your year around social club. Join today and start enjoying the camaraderie and fun!
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