Ski Schedule / Winter Events
Orange County Sierra Singles has one of the best all around ski programs in the Angeles Chapter. We kickoff in November with programs, meetings and safety classes introducing all of our events and trips. Leaders are chapter rated and in December ski leaders go through extra training in rescue, backcountry ski skills, survival shelters. Don't worry, we have never really had to use a survival shelter, but it is fun trying out our skills with a snow shovel and ski poles.
We usually have 4 to 6 trips to Mammoth staying in deluxe accommodations. Check the write ups for details or contact the trip leaders. The trips are designed for downhillers, backcountry skiers, snowshoers, snowboarders, beginner backcounty ski lessons and of course non skiers checking out the local nightlife and shopping.
We also offer some local mountain day ski tours and snowcamps. Some of the finest snow around can be found in our local mountains just after a storm. Watch for our trip to Yosemite National Park Presidents weekend Feb 2008.
Be sure to join the Sierra Club if you are not already a member so you can take advantage of the special discount member price.
Orange County Sierra Singles is an entity of the Sierra Club-Angeles Chapter, a non–commercial, non-profit operation that conducts activities for the benefit of Club members and their guests.
The trips are staffed by volunteers and any funds raised supports OCSS and Angeles Chapter Conservation. The trips are fun! Come join us.
Reservations: To reserve a trip: Mail trip payment, the indicated number of SASE (4" x 9 ˝" self-addressed stamped envelopes), Sierra Club # as soon as possible to the Reservationist. Please Do not call trip leaders for reservation information unless indicated. Space is first come, first served, based on receipt of your check. If you have preferences on bus seat, seat partner or roommate(s), please indicate your request in writing. Earliest reservations are normally seated up front on bus. You will be notified shortly of your status on trip.
Use Email, if available for follow-up contacts.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations received 35 or more days prior to the event will receive full refund. Cancellations received less than 35 days prior to the event will receive a refund Only If Trip Is Full And Space Is Resold To Suitable Replacement. A cancellation fee of $5.00 or 10% (whichever is greater) will apply. Some trips have unique cancellation policies; please refer to trip write-up.
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| JAN 9-11 FRI-SUN
| WINTER COMBO BUS TRIP TO MAMMOTH LAKES
| | O/I: Backcountry ski lessons, Snowboard lessons, downhill or snowboard on Mammoth Mtn, Backcountry guided ski and snowshoe touring. Backcountry ski lesson prereq Dec 10 Snow Sport class or equivalent experience required. RSVP to reservationist for the lessons. Non-skiers welcome. Lodging at the Quality Inn, two per-2 beds/private bath, microwave, fridge, indoor spa, close to shopping, night life, casual and fine dining, free shuttles. Leave OC 2:00 pm. San Fernando Valley pick-up. Return OC Sunday approx 10pm. Includes bus, lodging, continental breakfast, happy hour, bus refreshments, Sunday dinner. Send 2 large sase or email address, phones, $295 with SC#/$320 non-member (OCSS) to Reserv: Vicki Flynn, 723 Jaywood, Brea, 92821 (vkflynn@gte.net). Ldrs: Nina Kaufman, Donna Specht (donnaspecht@juno.com). Assts: Michael Dodson, Lori Woodruff. Instructors: Gwen Sharp, Julie Smith-Meek. Snowshoe: George Denny, Pat Arredondo.
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| JAN 9-11 FRI-SUN
| SNOWBOARDING AT MAMMOTH MOUNTAIN
| | C: Snowboard lessons available with PSIA instructor or just enjoy snowboarding on the Mountain in conjunction with Combo Mammoth Ski trip January 9-11. RSVP for lessons to instructor: Fran Penn (fpenn@rutan.com).
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| JAN 24 SAT
| SNOW VALLEY BACKCOUNTRY SKI TOUR
| | I: (OCSS, Wilderness Adventures): Moderate 4+ mile day ski in the San Bernardino Mountains. Beginners who have had at least a couple days prior ski experience welcome! We will break our own trail on a route that will depend on participants skill level; if conditions warrant we may play a bit on slopes. Metal-edged, backcountry skis & backcountry boots highly recommended. Rental skis should be available at nearby RimNordic ski center although this gear may not be ideal for backcountry. Bring winter clothing, water, lunch. No snow or likely blizzard cancels trip. Send e-mail or phone leader w/experience level/conditioning and for trip details including early-morning meeting point in the 2 weeks before trip. Leader: Mark Mitchell, (markm@lacma.org) Co-Ldr: Nina Kaufman.
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| JAN 30-FEB 1 FRI-SUN
| SKI LEADER TRAINING RIDESHARE TO MAMMOTH LAKES
| | I: Come join clinic designed to assist backcountry ski leaders and candidates in conducting backcountry ski instruction and tours. Winter survival techniques and leadership tips on Saturday, backcountry navigation practice on Sunday. Space limited to optimize instructor/student ratio. Lodging at the Quality Inn, 2 per/2 beds, private bath, microwave/fridge in room, indoor spa. Close to shopping, nightlife, casual and fine dining, free shuttles. Continental breakfast, happy hour included. Meals not included. Send 2 large sase or email address, carpool info, phones, $150 (OCSS) to Reserv: Donna Specht, 22221 Wood Island Lane, Huntington Beach CA 92646 (donnaspecht@juno.com). Leader: Nina Kaufman. Asst: Virgil Talbott
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| FEB 4-8 WED-SUN
| BRIAN HEAD, UTAH SNOWSPORTS GETAWAY
| | 0/I: [OCSS, PVSB, Wilderness Adventures] Leave early Wed am by luxury motor coach from Redondo Beach and Orange County. At 9,700' Brian Head is surrounded by Utah's stunning red-rock landscapes. Imagine uncrowded downhill slopes, groomed trails, black diamonds, moguls, snowboarding terrain park, tubing hill or 37 miles of snowshoe and backcountry trails. Daily guided backcountry ski and snowshoe tours along the breathtaking Cedar Breaks. Lodging at the luxurious Cedar Breaks Lodge & Spa, two persons/two beds, studio apartments with kitchen, indoor heated pool, hot tubs, exercise room, steam room sauna, spa and 3 restaurants. Cost includes bus, refreshments, driver gratuity, lodging, and our famous happy hours. Non-skiers welcome. Small deli close by. Free shuttle bus service to ski lifts, shops. Send 2 large sase or email, phones, $525 with SC#/$550 non members (OCSS) to Ldr: Donna Specht, 22221 Wood Island Lane, Huntington Beach, CA 92646 (donnaspecht@juno.com). Asst ski leaders/snowshoe leaders: Keith Martin, Mark Mitchell, Virgil Talbott, George Denny & Dave Black.
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| FEB 14-15 SAT-SUN
| VALENTINE'S DAY WEEKEND AT KELLER HUT
| | O/I: Join us at our own Sierra Club cabin in the San Bernardino Mtns. Ski or Snowboard at Snow Valley located across the street. Guided XC Ski/Snowshoe tours if conditions warrant. Potluck Dinner Sat night. Includes free introductory adult snowboard lesson with Fran (equipment available for rent), lodging & Sat night Happy Hour. Send sase or email, phones, $25 with SC#/ $30 non-member (OCSS) to Ldr: Fran Penn, 3655 S. Bear St, Unit H, Santa Ana, CA 92707. (fpenn@rutan.com), Assts: Virgil Talbot, Kim Breul, George Denny, Ana Juarez.
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| FEB 22 SUN
| WINTER SURVIVAL SKILLS, MT PINOS
| | I: On the snow instruction on heat loss/conservation, emergency shelter, fire building, signaling and survival strategies. Travel over snow with snow shoes or XC skis, 3.0 miles, 300 ft gain. Limit 15. Adventure Pass required. For class materials, send sase or e mail, phones, carpool info to Ldr Virgil Talbott, 641 North Yale Ave, Fullerton 92831 (virgil_talbott@adelphia.net). Assts: Gwen Sharp, Nina Kaufman.
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| FEB 27-MAR 1 FRI-SUN
| WINTER COMBO BUS TRIP TO MAMMOTH LAKES
| | I: [OCSS, PVSB] Backcountry oriented fun-filled weekend. Ski downhill or snowboard on Mammoth Mtn, daily guided backcountry ski tours and snowshoe tours. Visit geological formations. Quality Inn lodging, two per-2 beds/private bath, microwave, fridge, indoor spa. Close to shopping, night life, casual and fine dining, free shuttles. Leave Orange County 2:00 pm. South Bay pick-up later. Return Orange County Sunday approx 10pm. Includes bus, lodging, continental breakfast, happy hour, bus refreshments, Sunday dinner. Send 2 large sase, e mail, phones, $295 with SC#/$320 non-member (OCSS) to Reserv: Dick Clement,1023 East Van Bibber, Orange 92866 (richsea@sbcglobal.net). Leader: Keith Martin. Asst: Phyllis Dodson. Staff: Michael Dodson, Snowshoe: Bob Beach, Kent Schwitkis.
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| MAR 7 SAT
| MT PINOS BACKCOUNTRY SKI TOUR
| | I: [OCSS, Ski Mountaineers, Wilderness Adventures]: Moderately strenuous 4+ mile, 500' gain to panoramic vista. Ski from end of Mt Pinos Highway to summit at Condor Point. Possible side trip to Inspiration Point. Intermediate X-C skills required, metal-edged backcountry skis, backcountry boots highly recommended. Bring winter clothing, water, lunch, ten essentials. No snow or likely blizzard cancel trip. Send e-mail or phone leader w/ experience level/conditioning for trip details in the 2 weeks before trip. Provisional Ldr: Mark Fleming, (mflemi@earthlink.net) 626-712-3671. Co-Ldr: Mark Mitchell.
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| MAR 13-15 FRI-SUN
| COMBO WINTER TRIP TO MAMMOTH LAKES
| | I: [OCSS, Wilderness Adventures]: Backcountry oriented fun-filled weekend. Ski downhill or snowboard on Mammoth Mtn. Daily guided backcountry tours for advanced beginner/low intermediate & high intermediate/advanced Backcountry skiers. Daily guided snowshoe tours. Visit geological formations. Two per-2 beds/private bath, microwave, fridge, indoor spa, close to shopping, night life, casual and fine dining, free shuttles. Leave OC 2:00 pm. San Fernando Valley pick-up later. Return OC Sunday approx 10pm. Includes bus, lodging, continental breakfast, happy hour, bus refreshments, Sunday dinner. Send 2 large sase or e mail address, phones, check (payable OCSS) $295 w/SC#/ $320 non-member to Reserv: Vicki Flynn, 723 Jaywood, Brea, 92821, (vkflynn@verizon.net). Leader Mark Mitchell. Asst: Nina Kaufman. XC Staff
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