Dear Ski Enthusiast,
Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable winter journey filled with breathtaking slopes, powder-covered mountains, and exhilarating thrills? Look no further! We are thrilled to present to you the most exciting ski trip of the season, taking you to the winter wonderland of Park City, Utah.
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Picture yourself gliding down pristine slopes surrounded by the majestic beauty of the Wasatch Range,
with a winter sun casting its golden glow upon the glistening snow. Park City offers a ski paradise like no other,
catering to skiers of all levels, from beginners seeking to conquer their first bunny hill to seasoned experts yearning
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Here's what makes Park City ski trip a dream come true:
1. Unmatched Skiing Opportunities: With over 7,300 acres of skiable terrain across two world-class resorts, Park City Mountain and Deer Valley Resort, you'll find endless opportunities to carve your way through legendary runs and discover your new favorite slopes. From perfectly groomed cruisers to heart-pounding steep chutes and glades, Park City has it all.
2. Impeccable Snow Conditions: Blessed with an average annual snowfall of 355 inches, Park City boasts some of the finest powder on Earth. Prepare to experience a snow quality that will leave you floating effortlessly through each turn, making this trip an absolute dream for powder hounds and powder novices alike.
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3. State-of-the-Art Facilities: Park City takes pride in its world-class infrastructure.
Both resorts offer top-notch amenities, including modern chairlifts, convenient ski rental shops,
well-equipped ski schools, and cozy mountain lodges. You'll have everything you need to make
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4. Vibrant Après-Ski Scene: After an exhilarating day on the slopes, Park City's charming downtown beckons you to indulge in its lively après-ski scene. Immerse yourself in the town's rich history, explore art galleries and boutiques, savor delectable cuisine at award-winning restaurants, and unwind with a warm drink in hand as you share stories of your epic ski feats.
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5. Memorable Off-Slope Activities: Park City offers a myriad of
activities beyond skiing. Discover the thrill of snowshoeing through pristine winter landscapes, take a memorable dog sled
ride, or venture out on a snowmobile tour to explore hidden
backcountry treasures. There's ever a dull moment in this winter wonderland.
To ensure your trip is nothing short of extraordinary, we have
partnered with the finest accommodations, providing you with comfortable and convenient lodging options.
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Join us for this remarkable ski trip to Park City, Utah, and create lifelong memories on the slopes. Whether you are seeking an adrenaline rush, breathtaking scenery, or simply a winter escape, this ski journey promises to exceed your expectations.
Pre-Trip Kick off call for all Clubs, all Participants on the trip:
Thursday: Feb 1st Zoom call from 6 – 7 pm CST (Texas Time).
- Ask your club trip leader for a link to the Zoom call – everyone is welcome!
- The tour operator – Sports America will be on the call to walk everyone through the itinerary, answer any last-minute questions you might have and get everyone excited about the trip!
Trip Itinerary:
- Saturday: Feb 3rd: Arrive at Park City & check-in to your Condo (Your Condo Captain will have your Condo keys), pick up your ski rentals and the Selfie Scavenger Hunt Poker begins! (Hint: Ask your Club Trip Leader for Details)
- Sunday: Feb 4th: Skiing Day 1 + Welcome Party at Flanagan’s on Main
- Monday: Feb 5th: Skiing Day 2
- Tuesday: Feb 6th: Skiing Day 3 + (Optional + additional cost) Ice Castles & Crater Soak Day trip to Midway
- Wednesday: Feb 7th: Skiing Day 4 + (Optional – no cost to race) Racing Day at Deer Valley Ski Resort (IKON or Deer Valley day pass required)
- Thursday: Feb 8th: Skiing Day 5 + TSC Gala Dinner & Racing & Selfie Scavenger Hunt Awards at Baja Cantina
- Friday: Feb 9th: Skiing Day 6
- Saturday: Feb 10th: Check out and head for home. Bye, bye - Park City, until we meet again!
Selfie Scavenger Hunt Poker
Starts on Saturday, Feb 3rd – ends on Thursday, Feb 8th at 5 pm (Participants draw cards to win at the Awards Dinner)
- Jump in the fun – and figure out the clues – take a selfie of the answer and send it in!
- It’s a week-long contest open to everyone on the trip – clues/details will be handed out by your Club Trip Leader. All you need is some smarts, a camera and an email account – and you can win!
- At the Awards Dinner – anyone that participated – will get to draw the number of playing cards based on the # of clues they got right. Winners with the best/worst poker hand + other fun contests (think creative photos) – can win exciting prizes --- $50 discounts for any Sports America trip next year!
TSC Welcome Party @ Flanagan’s on Main – Park City, Utah
Sunday, Feb 4th from 5-6:30 pm
- Come mix and mingle after your first day of skiing and enjoy light appetizers + a free drink!
- The TSC group will be located downstairs inside of Flanagan’s on Main.
- Flanagan’s on Main (Irish Pub in the middle of Main Street – Park City Utah
Ice Castles & Crater Soak Day trip to Midway, Utah
Tuesday, Feb 6th – TBA
Optional day trip for additional cost (Includes round trip transportation)
Ask your club trip leader about signing up!
- We will pick you up and take you to the Midway, Utah for a fun filled day
- Ice Castles are the first stop - https://icecastles.com/utah/
- We are back to Midway – for lunch and shopping (lunch is on your own)
- Off to the Utah Crater for a one-in-a-lifetime hot springs soak - https://www.utahcrater.com/
- Includes a 40 minute soak (make sure to bring bathing suit)
- We head back to Park City
Racing!
We love to race at all Texas Ski Council trips and for the Park City Trip – Racing is Free! Don’t worry – if you can snowplow – you can race! It’s fun and worth a try for skiers of all ages and skills.
Bonus: Racing earns points for your club toward the end of year trophy & we give out medals for best times in different men’s/women’s age groups. Come join the fun!
All racing this year will be at the Deer Valley Mountain – so you will need a Deer Valley or Ikon pass to race. Epic Passes cannot be used at Deer Valley.
TSC Racing Day @ Deer Valley – NASTAR Public Course
Wednesday, Feb 7th from 10 am to 12 noon
Racing is Free – but you will need to sign up for a NASTAR account (free) and sign the Deer Valley waiver in advance (see below).
- NASTAR Race Course is located on Bald Mountain at Deer Valley ski resort. Ride either the Sterling Express or Wasatch Express chairlift and ski down Birdseye run to the top of the Race Course
- IKON pass or Deer Valley day pass required to access Deer Valley ski resort
- There is a ski waiver required by Deer Valley for the race course. Each racer is required to complete before they can race. Fill out in advance to make your racing experience seamless. https://ezwaiver.com/deervalley/
- Make sure to sign up for NASTAR – in advance of the race – TSC will use your NASTAR # - for this and future races (Signing up for NASTAR is free) https://nastar.com/
- Additional information about racing at Deer Valley can be found here:
TSC Gala & Awards Dinner @Baja Cantina – Park City, Utah
Thursday, Feb 8th – Opens at 6pm
- Come say goodbye to all of your new found friends and celebrate with your club the Racing and the Selfie Scavenger Hunt Poker winners!
- Includes a delicious dinner and 2 drink tickets per person
- Baja Cantina
Ski Lift Tickets:
Ready to get your Epic Passes? Use the link below to grab your pass in a special deal from Sports America. All sales benefit your club and the Texas Ski Council. The prices are the same as the Epic Pass website.
Special Epic Pass Link from Sports America: http://www.sportsamerica.com/epic-tsc
Not sure what pass to get?
- Epic Local Pass: If you are doing more than one Vail Resorts destination this year
- Epic Day Pass/ Restricted No Holidays: If this is your ONLY Vail Resort/Epic trip this year.
Interested in tickets to Deer Valley for racing day? Reach out to your Trip Leader for details on how to purchase discounted tickets via Sports America.
Ski Rentals:
We have a special discount from Sports America with Ski-n-See - The location you will want is Park City Resort (Mountain Base). Order through the website link below and use the discount code that meets your needs.
- Renting 6 or more days w/no plans to return early?
- Get a FREE DAY in the middle plus 27% off paid days, totals 40% discount!
- *w/discount code online or by phone. No refunds on early returns.
- *Use Code SATX27 at: www.skinsee.com/travel
- *FREE DAY given in-shop (not reflected on confirmation)
- Renting fewer days?
Interested in skiing at other resorts while you are in Park City?
Alta/ Snowbird Mountains are easy to do a day trip ski at – they require IKON passes. Let your club trip leader know if you are interested in skiing some of these other mountains.
Planning a non-ski day? Here are some fun things to check out:
- Olympic Park & Museum - cool place to go visit/ day trip : https://utaholympiclegacy.org/location/utah-olympic-park/
- How to get there? Uber/Lyft or if a group (6+) can do Canyon Transportation / or rent a car for the day
- Salt Lake City - Walk around/ Restaurants / Visit the Tabernacle
- How to get there? Uber/Lyft or if a group (6+) can do Canyon Transportation / or rent a car for the day
- Visit the town of Midway
Looking to Book Flights?
Most of the clubs are traveling on Southwest. Work with your club trip leader to book a flight with the club or book on your own. Here are the flights some clubs are taking to get to Salt Lake. We coordinate all airport transfers based on these flights. Make sure to work with your club trip leader to make sure your flight works with one of the planned airport transfers.
- Austin to Salt Lake City - Southwest #927
- Feb 3: Depart @ 1:25 pm/ Arrive @ 3:25 pm
- Feb 10: Depart @ 12:35 pm / Arrive @ 4:10 pm
- San Antonio to Salt Lake City - Southwest # 1590 /# 3821/ # 2917
- Feb 3: Depart @ 6:10 am / Arrive @ 10:50 am
- Feb 10: Depart @ 1:50 pm / Arrive @ 7:15 pm
- Houston to Salt Lake City - Southwest # 2532 / # 2260
- Feb 3: Depart @ 1:35 pm / Arrive @ 3:55 pm
- Feb 10: Depart @ 12:30 pm / Arrive @ 4:25 pm
Need to book your own airport transfers? No problem!
Booking your own flights and need a way to get to the resort? Contact Canyon Transportation – they come highly recommended and have an on-site desk in the airport. They are a great option for using for day trips around the area as well.
Interested in the trip? You can sign up with one of the following TSC participating clubs:
Select the club you want to go with and sign up for the trip on their website.
Questions about the trip? Please reach out and let me know how I can help!
Contact Jane Dueease @ tc-wso@texas-ski.org