Christmas Day Ski 12.25.07

These fun folk from GPNSC and SONC took a Christmas ski through 4 inches of new powder along Silent Creek up and down to Diamond Lake. After returning to the vehicles, the crew rode to Diamond Lake Resort for a Christmas Dinner Buffet. As you can see above, it was a wonderful day.

Billie Creek 12.22.07

This photo was taken by Stefanie Ferrara, president of our sister club SONC who joined us along with two of her other club members. 23 skiers in all made the tour on this lovely ski through the Southern Oregon Cascades which heads North off Route 140 and up the east side of Billie Creek. After meeting the Canal Road and skiing west for a bit, skiers head down along the west side of the creek through beautiful large Douglas Firs in a winter wonderland.

First Ski of the Season 12.01.07

Pictured above are 6 of 14 happy skiers that ventured out to Crater Lake today for the first ski of the season. The temperature was 14 degrees Fahrenheit. Following an hour of sunshine with great views of the lake, they skied down to the lodge to play on the meadows. Breaking trail through 14 inches of fresh dry snow, the group skied for another couple of miles through meadows and woods before heading back to the cafe for lunch.

After checking out the observation and meeting room on the second floor, this hearty group headed out on the west rim drive to Discovery Point where thankfully the trail was broken. As the wind picked up in the afternoon, everyone was ready to head back. What a great day to be out in our spectacular backcountry.