Time to join us on an adventure! Which ones will you experience?
WINTER QUARTER 2020 TRIPS
*trip details subject to change
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Trip 1: Vail Ski Bus (Epic) (FULL)
Wanna get to the mountains but need transportation? Our ski bus is the perfect solution and runs to different locations almost every weekend. Sign up and hop on and we'll get you to and from the mountain and even throw in a breakfast burrito. An option too affordable, eco-friendly, and convenient to turn down! *Equipment, lift tickets, and other meals are NOT included and are the responsibility of the student* Location: Vail Ski Resort Departure Date/Time: Sat 1/11 @ 5.45AM Return Date/Time: Sat 1/11 @ 6:00PM Cost: $10 (members) or $15 (non-members) Registration Opens: Wed 12/18 @ 12:00PM (members) or Thurs 12/19 @ 12:00PM (non-members) Registration Closes: Thurs 1/9 @ 4:00PM |
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Trip 2: Copper Ski Bus (IKON)
Wanna get to the mountains but need transportation? Our ski bus is the perfect solution and runs to different locations almost every weekend. Sign up and hop on and we'll get you to and from the mountain and even throw in a breakfast burrito. An option too affordable, eco-friendly, and convenient to turn down! *Equipment, lift tickets, and other meals are NOT included and are the responsibility of the student* Location: Copper Mountain Departure Date/Time: Sun 1/12 @ 6:45AM Return Date/Time: Sat 1/12 @ 6:00PM Cost: $10 (members) or $15 (non-members) Registration Opens: Wed 12/18 @ 12:00PM (members) or Thurs 12/19 @ 12:00PM (non-members) Registration Closes: Thurs 1/9 @ 4:00PM |
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Trip 3: Ellington Memorial Beginner Trip (FULL)
If you need to learn the basics of skiing or snowboarding, look no further! This special trip is a great intro to the slopes, offering a professional lesson, gear rental, and transportation to and from Loveland ski area. We are so happy to offer a way for beginner skiers to hit the slopes and gain some confidence at the beginning of the season, so don't miss out. *This trip is for beginners only and includes EVERYTHING other than food at the resort & ski-appropriate clothing (think water-wicking & something to keep you warm). Location: Loveland Ski Area Departure Date/Time: Sun 1/12 @ 6:15AM Return Date/Time: Sun 1/12 @ 5:00PM Cost: $35 (members) or $45 (non-members) Registration Opens: Wed 12/18 @ 12:00PM (members) or Thurs 12/19 @ 12:00PM (non-members) Registration Closes: Thurs 1/6 @ 4:00PM |
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Trip 4: Telluride/Ouray (Skiing and Ice Climbing) (FULL)
Spend your 3-day weekend with us in Telluride & Ouray! It's not too often we get the chance to head up to this famous mountain town, so we'll hit the slopes at Telluride one day, and spend the other in Ouray doing some sweet professionally guided ice climbing! Not too shabby of a weekend if you ask us... *Cost includes lift tickets, professional guides/equipment for ice climbing, lodging, and transportation Location: Telluride/Ouray Departure Date/Time: Fri 1/17 @ 2:30PM Return Date/Time: Mon 1/20 @ 6:00PM Cost: $240 (members) or $280 (non-members) Registration Opens: RESCHEDULED FOR Mon 1/13 @ 8:15PM (members) or Tues 1/14 @ 8:15pm (non-members) Registration Closes: Thurs 1/16 @ 4:00PM |
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Trip 5: Copper and Breckenridge Ski Bus (Epic/IKON) (Changed from A-Basin to avoid blackout dates) (FULL)
Wanna get to the mountains but need transportation? Our ski bus is the perfect solution and runs to different locations almost every weekend. Sign up and hop on and we'll get you to and from the mountain and even throw in a breakfast burrito. An option too affordable, eco-friendly, and convenient to turn down! This bus will also makes stops at both resorts at the beginning of the day, so you can only pick ONE location.
*Equipment, lift tickets, and other meals are NOT included and are the responsibility of the student*
Location: A-Basin/Breckenridge
Departure Date/Time: Sat 1/18 @ 6:15AM
Return Date/Time: Sat 1/18 @ 6:00PM
Cost: $10 (members) or $15 (non-members)
Registration Opens: RESCHEDULED FOR Mon 1/13 @ 8:15PM (members) or Tues 1/14 @ 8:15pm (non-members)
Registration Closes: Thurs 1/16 @ 4:00PM
Wanna get to the mountains but need transportation? Our ski bus is the perfect solution and runs to different locations almost every weekend. Sign up and hop on and we'll get you to and from the mountain and even throw in a breakfast burrito. An option too affordable, eco-friendly, and convenient to turn down! This bus will also makes stops at both resorts at the beginning of the day, so you can only pick ONE location.
*Equipment, lift tickets, and other meals are NOT included and are the responsibility of the student*
Location: A-Basin/Breckenridge
Departure Date/Time: Sat 1/18 @ 6:15AM
Return Date/Time: Sat 1/18 @ 6:00PM
Cost: $10 (members) or $15 (non-members)
Registration Opens: RESCHEDULED FOR Mon 1/13 @ 8:15PM (members) or Tues 1/14 @ 8:15pm (non-members)
Registration Closes: Thurs 1/16 @ 4:00PM
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Trip 6: Snowmobiling/Dogsledding (FULL)
Skiing not your jam? No worries, we've got ya covered with this great winter trip spending a day hanging out with some ADORABLE sled-dogs and riding around the continental divide on snowmobiles! Bundle up and cross these two items off your bucket list this year. Our friends at Good Time Adventures always gives us a professional experience that would cost you over $200 to do on your own! *Highly recommended to bring ski goggles. If you don't have, bring sunglasses or pay to buy some on site. Dress warm! Location: Breckenridge, CO Departure Date/Time: Sat 1/25 @ 7:30AM Return Date/Time: Sat 1/25 @ 6:00PM Cost: $70 (members) or $85 (non-members) Registration Opens: RESCHEDULED FOR Mon 1/13 @ 8:15PM (members) or Tues 1/14 @ 8:15pm (non-members) Registration Closes: Thurs 1/24 @ 4:00PM |
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Trip 7: Winter Park Ski Bus (IKON)
Wanna get to the mountains but need transportation? Our ski bus is the perfect solution and runs to different locations almost every weekend. Sign up and hop on and we'll get you to and from the mountain and even throw in a breakfast burrito. An option too affordable, eco-friendly, and convenient to turn down!
*Equipment, lift tickets, and other meals are NOT included and are the responsibility of the student*
Location: Winter Park Resort
Departure Date/Time: Sun 1/26 @ 6:45AM
Return Date/Time: Sun 1/26 @ 6:00PM
Cost: $10 (members) or $15 (non-members)
Registration Opens: RESCHEDULED FOR Mon 1/13 @ 8:15PM (members) or Tues 1/14 @ 8:15pm (non-members)
Registration Closes: Thurs 1/24 @ 4:00PM
Wanna get to the mountains but need transportation? Our ski bus is the perfect solution and runs to different locations almost every weekend. Sign up and hop on and we'll get you to and from the mountain and even throw in a breakfast burrito. An option too affordable, eco-friendly, and convenient to turn down!
*Equipment, lift tickets, and other meals are NOT included and are the responsibility of the student*
Location: Winter Park Resort
Departure Date/Time: Sun 1/26 @ 6:45AM
Return Date/Time: Sun 1/26 @ 6:00PM
Cost: $10 (members) or $15 (non-members)
Registration Opens: RESCHEDULED FOR Mon 1/13 @ 8:15PM (members) or Tues 1/14 @ 8:15pm (non-members)
Registration Closes: Thurs 1/24 @ 4:00PM
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Trip 8: Avy 1 (Avalanche Safety Certification Course) (FULL)
Itching to get into the backcountry? Come get your Avy 1 certification with us first and learn all the important skills to stay safe and be prepared for avalanche conditions while skiing. This is a special DUAC only 3-day course taught by the professionals at Colorado Mountain School at a price you literally cannot beat (go look online - we promise). A beacon shovel and probe are provided but if you don't have a touring setup, you will need to rent one from CMS. *The Friday 10:30AM departure time CANNOT be moved, as we need time to get to Aspen as the course starts Friday evening. *We will be driving back to Denver during the Super Bowl, so if watching this game in town is very important to you please think twice before registering. Location: Aspen, CO Departure Date/Time: Fri 1/31 @ 10:30AM Return Date/Time: Sun 2/2 @ 9:00PM Cost: $240 (members) or $280 (non-members) Registration Opens: Wed 1/15 @ 8:15PM (members) or Thurs 1/16 @ 8:15PM (non-members) Registration Closes: Thurs 1/30 @ 4:00PM |
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Trip 9: Copper and Vail Ski Bus (Epic/IKON)
Wanna get to the mountains but need transportation? Our ski bus is the perfect solution and runs to different locations almost every weekend. Sign up and hop on and we'll get you to and from the mountain and even throw in a breakfast burrito. An option too affordable, eco-friendly, and convenient to turn down! This bus will also makes stops at both resorts at the beginning of the day, so you can only pick ONE location. *Equipment, lift tickets, and other meals are NOT included and are the responsibility of the student* Location: Copper/Vail Departure Date/Time: Sat 2/1 @ 5:45AM Return Date/Time: Sat 2/1 @ 6:00PM Cost: $10 (members) or $15 (non-members) Registration Opens: Wed 1/15 @ 8:15PM (members) or Thurs 1/16 @ 8:15PM (non-members) Registration Closes: Thurs 1/30 @ 4:00PM |
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Trip 10: Winter Park Ski Bus (IKON)
Wanna get to the mountains but need transportation? Our ski bus is the perfect solution and runs to different locations almost every weekend. Sign up and hop on and we'll get you to and from the mountain and even throw in a breakfast burrito. An option too affordable, eco-friendly, and convenient to turn down! *Equipment, lift tickets, and other meals are NOT included and are the responsibility of the student* Location: Winter Park Resort Departure Date/Time: Sat 2/15 @ 6:45AM Return Date/Time: Sat 2/15 @ 6:00PM Cost: $10 (members) or $15 (non-members) Registration Opens: Wed 1/29 @ 8:15PM (members) or Thurs 1/30 @ 8:15PM (non-members) Registration Closes: Thurs 2/13 @ 4:00PM |
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Trip 11: Silverton/Wolf Creek (EXPERTS ONLY)
As our only experts-only trip during the entire year, it's a yearly tradition to hit up Silverton and Wolf Creek for a weekend of sweet, sweet powder and professional guided skiing! Trust us, you don't wanna miss this opportunity. Your cost covers rental car transportation, lodging for 2 nights, guided skiing at Silverton, and your College Pricing lift ticket at Wolf Creek (you'll need to bring a copy of your class schedule!) (Please note this is seriously not a trip for beginners, and is very physically demanding... but so worth it. If you have questions about your skill level, please chat with us well before trip registration opens. Be honest with yourself!) Location: Silverton/Wolf Creek Departure Date/Time: Fri 2/21 @ 2:30PM Return Date/Time: Sun 2/23 @ 9:00PM Cost: $220 (members) or $260 (non-members) Registration Opens: Wed 1/29 @ 8:15PM (members) or Thurs 1/30 @ 8:15PM (non-members) Registration Closes: Thurs 2/20 @ 4:00PM |
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Trip 12: A-Basin and Keystone Ski Bus (Epic/IKON)
Wanna get to the mountains but need transportation? Our ski bus is the perfect solution and runs to different locations almost every weekend. Sign up and hop on and we'll get you to and from the mountain and even throw in a breakfast burrito. An option too affordable, eco-friendly, and convenient to turn down! This bus will also makes stops at both resorts at the beginning of the day, so you can only pick ONE location.
*Equipment, lift tickets, and other meals are NOT included and are the responsibility of the student*
Location: A-Basin/Keystone
Departure Date/Time: Sat 2/22 @ 5:45AM
Return Date/Time: Sat 2/22 @ 6:00PM
Cost: $10 (members) or $15 (non-members)
Registration Opens: Wed 1/29 @ 8:15PM (members) or Thurs 1/30 @ 8:15PM (non-members)
Registration Closes: Thurs 2/20 @ 4:00PM
Wanna get to the mountains but need transportation? Our ski bus is the perfect solution and runs to different locations almost every weekend. Sign up and hop on and we'll get you to and from the mountain and even throw in a breakfast burrito. An option too affordable, eco-friendly, and convenient to turn down! This bus will also makes stops at both resorts at the beginning of the day, so you can only pick ONE location.
*Equipment, lift tickets, and other meals are NOT included and are the responsibility of the student*
Location: A-Basin/Keystone
Departure Date/Time: Sat 2/22 @ 5:45AM
Return Date/Time: Sat 2/22 @ 6:00PM
Cost: $10 (members) or $15 (non-members)
Registration Opens: Wed 1/29 @ 8:15PM (members) or Thurs 1/30 @ 8:15PM (non-members)
Registration Closes: Thurs 2/20 @ 4:00PM
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Trip 13: Copper and Beaver Creek Ski Bus (Epic/IKON)
LEAP YEAR DAY SKIING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Wanna get to the mountains but need transportation? Our ski bus is the perfect solution and runs to different locations almost every weekend. Sign up and hop on and we'll get you to and from the mountain and even throw in a breakfast burrito. An option too affordable, eco-friendly, and convenient to turn down! This bus will also makes stops at both resorts at the beginning of the day, so you can only pick ONE location. *Equipment, lift tickets, and other meals are NOT included and are the responsibility of the student* Location: Copper/Beaver Creek Departure Date/Time: Sat 2/29 @ 5:45AM Return Date/Time: Sat 2/29 @ 6:00PM Cost: $10 (members) or $15 (non-members) Registration Opens: Wed 2/12 @ 8:15PM (members) or Thurs 2/13 @ 8:15PM (non-members) Registration Closes: Thurs 2/27 @ 4:00PM |
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Trip 14: Aspen
Wrap up a gnarly quarter of skiing (...and studying?) with one last weekend at the mountain in Aspen! We'll take any opportunity we can get to hit up Aspen-Snowmass, so tag along and get some turns in before spring break! This trip provides you lift tickets for Saturday and Sunday, lodging, and rental car transportation.
Got lift tickets for Aspen already? Register for the trip and then once you get a spot, let the officers know and we will refund you appropriately.
Location: Aspen, CO
Departure Date/Time: Fri 3/6 @ 4:30PM
Return Date/Time: Sun 3/8 @ 4:00PM
Cost: $180 (members) or $220 (non-members)
Registration Opens: Wed 2/12 @ 8:15PM (members) or Thurs 2/13 @ 8:15PM (non-members)
Registration Closes: Thurs 3/5 @ 4:00PM
Wrap up a gnarly quarter of skiing (...and studying?) with one last weekend at the mountain in Aspen! We'll take any opportunity we can get to hit up Aspen-Snowmass, so tag along and get some turns in before spring break! This trip provides you lift tickets for Saturday and Sunday, lodging, and rental car transportation.
Got lift tickets for Aspen already? Register for the trip and then once you get a spot, let the officers know and we will refund you appropriately.
Location: Aspen, CO
Departure Date/Time: Fri 3/6 @ 4:30PM
Return Date/Time: Sun 3/8 @ 4:00PM
Cost: $180 (members) or $220 (non-members)
Registration Opens: Wed 2/12 @ 8:15PM (members) or Thurs 2/13 @ 8:15PM (non-members)
Registration Closes: Thurs 3/5 @ 4:00PM
Are you 21+?
If so, you are eligible to be a driver for our trips! This means you get 50% off your registration for trips in which we need you to drive our rental cars. Email the club at alpine.du@gmail.com to find out about their driver needs and complete the steps on the Rental Vehicle Driving Requirements section to get the process started. This can take up to 3 weeks for clearance, so please start early!
*Do not assume that you will always be needed to drive.
To ensure best chances, reach out as soon as that quarter's trip list is posted.
If so, you are eligible to be a driver for our trips! This means you get 50% off your registration for trips in which we need you to drive our rental cars. Email the club at alpine.du@gmail.com to find out about their driver needs and complete the steps on the Rental Vehicle Driving Requirements section to get the process started. This can take up to 3 weeks for clearance, so please start early!
*Do not assume that you will always be needed to drive.
To ensure best chances, reach out as soon as that quarter's trip list is posted.