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Buckhorn Ski/Snowboard Club &nbs
The Club is a backcountry/off trail resort for downhill skiers, snowboarders, and cross-country skiers. Our dwelling is a frozen in time 1950's ski lodge that's run along the lines of a co-op. The lodge is a two story rustic hut that sleeps up to 40 people with full kitchen facilities. Buckhorn has a gripper tow that gives you access to over 40 acres. Low cost memberships are available. Once members learn the open & close up procedure, they have year round use of the lodge. We have pool parties, beach parties, canoe trips on the Colorado River, hikes to a 60' Kodak moment waterfall, low cost trips to Mammoth, a yearly weeklong trip to a resort out of state, and whitewater rafting on the Kern River. The rafting equipment is supplied by members, so members only pay for camping and meals (contact us for more details). To try out our resort costs $10 per adult and $5 per child, and you must sign a waiver of liability. This cost includes your lodging & lift-ticket. Check us out on Wikipedia at: Buckhorn_Ski_and_Snowboard_Club
Buckhorn Snow Report, 2008:
We skied Buckhorn on January 19 on both the big hill and bunny hill. Coverage was a good solid 1-2 feet on both. The surface conditions varied from hardpack to powder to slight surface slush so skiing was a bit of a challenge--sometimes great and sometime difficult.
Weather report for the region expects about 1 foot of very light powder snow coming on January 24/25. This could mean "champange powder" for Saturday. SEE YOU ALL THERE!!! Roger S. will be hosting, so please notify him if you are coming -- Rod.
- February 23 - March 1, 2008: Week Trip to Aspen
- April 25-26, 2008: Mammoth Condo Weekend
- June 6-9, 2008: Kern River Rafting
Mammoth Dates Set - Two dates, both Friday and Saturday nights, have been reserved for the condo in Mammoth - January 11-12 and April 25-26, 2008 (the latter should be the Club Appreciation weekend). The cost for the condo is the same as last year - $65.00 per person for the weekend. Questions, call Bill N.
Dues are Due - This is a reminder that the dues are due. Please send in to treasurer Bob M. at the Costa Mesa address below. The form can be downloaded from this web site - click the link on the left. There was a fee increase voted in to $175. for family and $125. single. We now have a new box in Santa Ana which is PO 27572.
"Get A Gripper"
Gripper T-Shirts - We have unique T-shirts for sale - "Get a Gripper" with Buckhorn's ski trail map. T-SHIRTS , LONG SLEEVE SHIRTS, SWEATSHIRTS. Place your order with Russell D. for T-shirts, long sleeve shirts, and sweat shirts with our three official Buckhorn designs. Colors are khaki and white, please specify size. Very nice and unique and only $15. For more info., call Russell D.
Welcome to New Members - Richard and Elizabeth B. from Thousand Oaks - see you on the hill.
Parking Passes - The Forest Service is now requiring us to post the
Adventure Pass when parking outside of Buckhorn property. They will be issuing new passes to us so make sure your dues are paid up so we can foreward one to you. The Forest Service is very concerned about fire danger this year, so please be careful.
New Officers - Roger S. - Chairman (returning)
Russell D. - President (returning)
Sean I. - Vice President
Bob M. - Treasure (returning)
Jason G. - Secretary
Members at Large: Allen B., James P., Mike L.
May 6th was the officer celebration and installation. We had beautiful weather, 2 large electric boats, plenty of good wine and home brewed
beer, great appetizers. A fun time in the harbor, exploring the channels and the jellyfish perserve.
In the Pines
The Lodge from Above
Hangin Out!
Comments from the Board
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1) Please always complete a lock up check list. This must
ALWAYS be done when closing up. We have had items left
unlocked or open and we need to know who needs help!!
2) If you need a new Lodge Proceedure please call or email Rod and he will send you one.
3) Every guest MUST sign a release form. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Insurance requirement!!!
4) Mobile equipment that is used on the road or elsewhere other than for exclusive Buckhorn maintenance and rescue is owner's full responsibility for liability and insurance. Our insurance
does not include any personal cars, bikes, snowmobiles, etc.
Fun with Friends by the Lodge Fire
Adaptive Skiing - Interested in helping handicapped skiers and having some skiing fun? We are building a small group
that does adaptive skiing at Bear Mountain during the week. Call Robert A. for more info. Also certified now are Rod R., Carol S. and John S.
Thank You!!!!
"Jazz'n Auction" A Huge Success - The Auction was a tremendous success!! The turnout was phenomenal and everyone had a great time. The room was full of Buckhorn energy that was truly thrilling. First we need to
thank .... THANK YOU EVERYONE. There was amazing
participation from so many.
Tudor, Judy & Jim B. were our gracious hosts at their Surf City Saloon donating partial proceeds from drinks.
The lunch buffet was delicious. So many members brought something the choices were endless. Thanks to Joyce and Rod for all your efforts. For entertainment, Rod coordinated with his brother to bring us a 5-piece jazz band of music instructors and
one prodigy sax student. They really were very good - smooth. Finally, the auction was just WILD. Items were being donated until the last minute. The energy of our dazzling auctioneers (Russell D. and Bill N.) kept everyone in the bidding. While in the corner, Kathy and John S.
moved things along smoothly. It really was exciting to the very last item. The Park City Condo Raffle was a big success. So many members who we don't get to see too often really came through selling tickets. Thank you Sheri S. and congratulations to the winner Bob N.
Skiing Buckhorn on January 29, 2005
In summary, between the auction, raffle and kind donations, we raised more than expected - outstanding effort and so much fun
as well. Thank you Buckhorn Ski Club members. The Raffle brought in $3,050. Auction brought in $3,330. There were direct donations of $1.050. Also, we have $1580 in donations from the Norm M. Memorial Fund. This a great
start for the rebuilding effort.
The "Dummy" Team
2008 Week Trip to Aspen - Hi Skiers, we are almost full with 26 ready and willing skiers anticipating a snowy, wonderful trip to Aspen, February 23 - March 1, 2008. For those of you who have not paid your second installment (and you know who you are) I need $250. per person ASAP. Thanks!!! Any new person signing up should send me $350. to cover 1st and 2nd payments. The final payment is due on December 15, 2007, and will be different for some people depending if they fly or not or choose no lift tickets. Deduct $450. for no air or ground transportation. Deduct $260. for no lift tickets. There is no break for seniors as this lift ticket package is the cheapest way to go. Travel insurance has not been included in the package price and is $65. per person and may be purchased up to the time of departure. Coverage begins when payment is received by Rocky Mountain Tours. This, of course, is optional. Any questions re: anything, call Your Loyal Trip Chairwoman, Barb.
Alpinefest a Huge Success!! - Despite the fact that the forest was the dryest in years, we were able to make the Alpinefest a huge success. We brought lots of water, lemonade, and of course beer, so fluids were not a problem. We started the fest with a tour to the top of the mountain for our guests. After that everyone was ready to socialize and enjoy the appetizers and fantastic variety of beer samples made by Russell D., Susan R. and Doug R.! The auction was great fun, and many got some great deals. Special thanks to Sean I., Nick M. (Leona Valley Winery), Amber R. (Scientific Biologic), Bill and Jean W., The Grindwald Ski Club, and others that donated great auction items. We then had the drawing for the Mammoth condo and that was won by Russell D.! Afterwards, we had an amazing dinner including duck, lamb, organic sausage, home made cabbage and sauerkraut, and nectarine delight. We ended the evening with live entertainment. Dave and Chelsey did opera/classical guitar, Gary played some fantastic harmonica/guitar country blues, and Jen played popular flute music. The forest was alive with music. An incredible evening! In addition, we made about $2900 for the club rebuild fund!!! Don't miss the next one... Thanks so much for all who helped!
River Rafting This Year Had a Different Taste!
Excellent River Rafting, June 15-17, 2007 - Kern rafting was an excellent trip this year with lots of variety. Some fun rapids, some kayaking and tubing in the shallower, warmer river, and even some snorkeling. Next year (2008) will be earlier on June 6-9. Keep the date open....
Powder and Smiles!
Boarding at Buckhorn on January 22, 2005
Web, Flyers, Cards ... Business cards are complete with the following beautiful picture of skiing at Buckhorn to advertise our web site.
First Tracks at Buckhorn
Call Rod R. if you would like some cards. The web site has been revamped and we are going to be using it more for schedules, announcements, and communication. If you have pictures or info, please send to: Douglas.Roberts@ngc.com. Joyce Q. and Carol S. are working on a new exciting flyer to hand out to interested friends/shops/shows. The Buckhorn phone is no longer in service. Click on the Club Poster link (in the left column) to download "The Buckhorn Club Poster" in .pdf format.
The Bunny Hill - February, 2006
More February, 2006 Skiing
Powder and Sunny Skies at Steamboat -
We all had a great time on the Steamboat trip February 4 - 11, 2006. Amazingly, we had five days of clear blue sky when previously Colorado had not had 2 sunny days in a row.
Some fantastic powder skiing, tree skiing, wide open easy
runs ... Fun parties, terrific dinners, western dancing, even horse races through the snow covered streets of town. An incredible experience.
Don't miss next year when we will go to ???? Thanks so
much to Holly M. for organizing.
The Lodge Four Days Before Christmas
Winter, 2005
River Rafting Trip 2005 - Our annual raft trip was very exciting - water was high and very cold, and air temps were not too hot. The biggest rapid was at Ewings - you can view our boats on the website - mywhitewater.com (under private paddle boats for June 18 and 19 at 3 different time slots). When you click on a photo, it brings up the sequence of 5 to 8 shots. Look for John S., Joyce Q., and Ron M. flipping over (June 18 after 3 PM, boat #4). That certainly made for a trip we will never forget.
Rafting on the Lower Section
The Rafting Crew
Do you like to ski, snowboard, water ski, cross-country ski, hike, canoe, or do other outdoor events? Would you appreciate free passes and discounted prices for all of the above activities? Would the use of a cabin in the mountains, big enough for a family or group (it sleeps 40) appeal to you? Would you enjoy the company of other fun families and singles for snow ski trips, ski programs, bike rides, water ski trips, and parties?
If you answered YES to any these questions, the Buckhorn Ski/Snowboard Club is for you! We are a non-profit group of enthusiastic families and singles from Southern California who operate our own ski area in the San Gaberial Mountains high above Los Angeles and Orange Counties.
Carl N. at Buckhorn
Our members pay nominal yearly dues and receive unlimited lodge use and special skiing discounts. By acting as a group and working together we are able to enjoy many extra activities at minimal expense! We want to expand our actvities, so we invite you to grow with us! We are sure that you will agree that the above benefits, for both winter and summer, are too good to miss! As a member, you can enjoy the privileges of our lodge and ski area, the use of free equipment for cross-country skiing, our own Bunny-Slope for kids and beginners, yearly trips to famous ski areas (Colorado, Canada, and France have all been past destinations), monthly weekend trips to Mammoth, and seasonal events and parties.
If you have any questions or would like to "check us out" please send an e-mail or send a letter to:
Buckhorn Ski/Snowboard Club
3134 Killybrooke Lane
Costa Mesa, CA 92626-2614
To Send New Content for the Web Site: - If you have additional content for this Buckhorn web site, like photos, information, stories, links to other sites, etc., please email to Douglas.Roberts@ngc.com.
Directions to the Lodge
Travel north on the 5 freeway. You will pass the junction of the 5, 101, and 10 freeways, but stay on the 5. Next you will pass the Harbor freeway 110. At this point, start looking for Route 2 to La Canada. Go north on the 2, which eventually goes to an off ramp. Turn left onto the Angeles Crest Highway. The Lodge is about 37 miles from this point. When you pass the Newcomb Ranch restaurant/bar you have about 7.6 miles to go. Next, watch for the sign marking Cloud Burst Summit, elevation 7018 feet and you'll be 1.3 miles away. Start looking for the Buckhorn Campground sign. At this point, you're ¼ mile away. Now look for the Buckhorn Ski Club sign on your right. If it's summer, drive through the gate. If there's a fair amount of snow on the ground, park across the street in the parking strip. REMEMBER WE'RE BETWEEN WATERMAN & SNOWCREST SKI RESORTS.
Just some more help: Look at the small white highway signs, placed every couple of hundred feet on both sides of the road-- the ones with the little reflectors. The Lodge is just past the 58.33 mile marker. If you get to any sign higher than 58.45 you have passed it.
If you're coming from the Riverside area, please note that the road from Mountain High is closed when the snow gets too deep.
