Sailing Instructions

Schweitzer Mountain, Idaho
February 23 - March 2, 2013

Trip Leader: Bernie Gilbert
Trip Price: $1,645 (See below for payment information)
Trip Flyer & Registration Form: Click here

Schweitzer Mountain Resort is located in the Selkirk mountains in northern Idaho, 11 miles (18 km) northwest of Sandpoint. The ski area is approximately 45 miles (72 km) south of the Canadian border.

You might wonder how you’ve managed to miss a ski resort with almost 3,000 acres of marked trails, another 3,000 acres of guided back-country skiing, tiny or nonexistent lift lines, no altitude issues, beautiful views, and a friendly, local, non-corporate feel. Welcome to Schweitzer Mountain Resort! If you like skiing the trees, Schweitzer has more than 1,200 acres of one of the most diverse, gladed skiing experiences in North America. For powder lovers, the snow under Sunnyside lift stays untracked for days after a big storm, and you can get your bowl fix off South Ridge. Scary-steep groomed runs let you master gravity and test your nerve, with plenty of blue trails for the rest of us mortals.

If that still isn’t enough for you, spend an optional day skiing 3,000 acres of guided back country with the Selkirk Powder Company, adjacent to Schweitzer Mountain Resort. You can breathe easy; the summit is only 6,400 feet with a vertical drop of 2,440ft, so leave your oxygen tank at home.  And if you love your weekly Coldwater Creek catalogue, their flagship store is located at the bottom of the mountain, in Sandpoint, a friendly, easy-to-walk-around town, with free local shuttle service.

The average annual snowfall is over 300 inches (762 cm). There are 92 named runs and open bowls on Schweitzer's sizable skiable area. The longest continuous groomed run is Little Blue Ridge Run, at 1.7 miles (2.7 km). Schweitzer's uphill lift capacity is 12,502 people per hour using seven chairlifts
(a high-speed six-pack, two high-speed quads, 1 triple, and 3 doubles) and 3 surface tows, serving a skiing terrain rated at 20% beginner, 40% intermediate, 35% advanced, and 5% expert.

We are staying at the European style ski-in-ski-out Selkirk Lodge located in the heart of Schweitzer Village. Enjoy their outdoor heated pool and three hot tubs, all with stunning mountain views. The Mojo Coyote Cafe is located on site, plus there are several restaurants, cafes and shopping within walking distance.

To visit Schweitzer, click here.

Number of Skiers: 24 

Trip Includes:

• Round-trip air from Dulles on United via San Francisco and into Spokane
• 7 nights' lodging at the Selkirk Lodge; ski-in/out
• 5-of-6 day lift ticket
• Welcome wine & cheese reception
• Ground transportation to and from the airport and accommodations

Full Package Cost: $1,645
Members: $1,645
Guests: $1,705

Cancellation Fees:
Through December 20, 2012, a $50 cancellation fee is assessed
After December 20, 2012 $50 plus all unrecoverable expenses if a replacement is not found

Payment Schedule (per person):
Member: $250 Deposit
Guest: $310 Deposit with $60 guest fee

10/21/12: $465
11/20/12: $465
12/20/12: $465
If sign-up is after December 20, 2012, full payment is due immediately.