KSC President’s Update

April 27, 2026

Dear KSAC Members,

I hope this message finds you well. Below are highlights and important updates shared at the Crescent Ski Council Spring Convention, held in Myrtle Beach. We have several exciting ski trips and travel opportunities ahead, along with key dates you’ll want to mark on your calendar.

Steamboat Ski & Race Camp – December 5–12, 2026

  • Base Trip Cost: $1,780
  • Lift Tickets:
    • 6‑day lift ticket for those without an IKON Pass: $420
  • Airport Transfers: $145
  • Total Estimated Cost: $2,345

Mount Bachelor Ski Week – January 16–23, 2027

  • Lodging: Element Hotel, Bend, Oregon
  • Air Travel Options:
    • Redmond, OR (RDM): ~30‑minute airport transfer
    • Portland, OR (PDX): ~3.5‑hour transfer; no group transportation available—car rental required
  • Elevation of Bend: 3,623 feet
  • Activities: The are an abundant number of dining and entertainment options in downtown Bend that are within walking distance of The Element or a short Uber or Lyft ride. In addition to skiing, Bend offers many non‑skiing activities and recreation options.

Trip Sales Open Date

Sales for both Steamboat Ski & Race Camp and Mount Bachelor Ski Week open on June 8, 2026.
(This date was selected so members traveling to Portugal—who return on June 6—will not feel rushed to decide.)

  • Zoom Interest Meeting:
    Lisa Beregi, CSC Trips Chair, will schedule a Zoom meeting for members interested in Mount Bachelor sometime between June 7 and June 14.

Ski Community Resource

Lisa also shared a helpful Facebook group called “Women Who Ski” (18,000+ members). This is a great resource for single women or women whose spouses no longer ski to find ski partners for trips and outings.

Australia & New Zealand Adventure – May 7–26, 2027

  • Tour Operator: Grand Circle Travel (GCT)
  • Trip Cost: $5,395
  • Included Airfare: $2,550 from Crescent‑approved gateway airports (Similar listing that was used for Iceland and Portugal trips).
  • Group Size: Maximum of 42 participants

Important Notes:

  • Travel insurance is required (can be purchased through GCT or independently, provided it covers the full cost of the trip).
  • A detailed 65+ page digital travel planning guide will be provided once registered.
  • A hard‑copy GCT reservation form must be completed so your information can be entered into their system. The form will soon be available of the CSC website along with the Trip Handout brochure.
  • After confirmation, travelers may contact the GCT Air Department to explore airfare options if they wish to book their own airfare.
  • Members booking their own airfare will be responsible for $200 total for round‑trip ground transfers.
  • There is no credit‑card fee for trip cost and airfare booked through GCT.

Sales for this trip also open on June 15, 2026. Additional details will be shared once the information is posted on the Crescent Ski Council website.

2028 Ski Week – January 15–22, 2028 (Bids for Consideration by CSC Clubs)

Option #1: Beaver Creek, Colorado (EPIC Pass Resort)

  • Lodging Options:
    • 2‑Bedroom / 2‑Bath (1 King, 2 Queen beds)
    • 1‑Bedroom / 1‑Bath (1 King bed)
    • All units include washer/dryer
  • Base Price: $1,900–$1,950
  • 6‑Day Lift Ticket (without EPIC Pass): $527
    • Ticket valid at all Vail Resorts (including Vail)
    • Free bus service every 20 minutes between Beaver Creek and Vail

Option #2: Steamboat, Colorado

  • Requested by many members who prefer January conditions for improved snow coverage.
  • Air Travel: Winter airline service to Hayden begins before Christmas, providing more flight options on larger aircraft.
  • Lodging Options:
    • Trapper’s Crossing Condos
    • The Ranch (5‑minute shuttle; no on‑site restaurants and shuttle to mountain amenities can be requested using The Ranch’s phone app).
    • Steamboat Grand Hotel
  • Included / Optional Features:
    • Group lift tickets for those without an IKON Pass
    • Special MLK Day pricing for IKON Base Pass holders
    • Discounted instructor rates
    • Optional First Tracks access for lift ticket or IKON Pass can be added for $65
  • Base Price: $1,825–$1,875
  • 5‑Day Lift Ticket: $660

Stay Involved & Take Action
Please watch for upcoming emails with registration links, additional trip details, and Zoom meeting invitations. If you’re interested in any of these trips, we encourage you to review the information carefully, mark important dates on your calendar, and be ready to sign up when sales open.

Send me your vote for either Beaver Creek of Steamboat for the 2028 CSC Ski Week to kanawhaskiclub@gmail.com by May 15, 2026.

We hope you’re as excited as we are about the adventures ahead. More information will be shared as details are finalized. Thank you for being a valued part of KSAC—we look forward to skiing and traveling with you!

Warm regards,


Robert Avsec
KSAC President