President's Message

    Happy Summer to all OSTC Club members! 

    Our June Social held in Downtown Winter Park at Imperial Wine was another β€œRecord Breaker” regarding attendance. I believe we had over 140 people attend our Social event over the 2 hours. I find it so exciting and very rewarding to watch so many of our long-time members hit it off with brand new attendees interested in joining our wonderful travel club. New members (you know who you are πŸ˜Š) that have recently signed up for our upcoming trips were expressing to me their high level of excitement and anticipation, love it!

    Thank you, Cyndy Valence our VP of Trips for all your hard work and the extensive personal hours you’ve donated to our club. I know it took a lot of careful planning and coordination with our vendors, webmaster David Pugh and wonderful volunteer trip leaders to be able to pull off such a successful and timely launch of our upcoming ski trips!  

    We have another amazing adventure trip coming up on the horizon! It will be an exciting trip to Argentina (Patagonia region) along with other friendly Florida Clubs (FSC). We will not be skiing on this trip, instead we will be viewing Giant Glaciers, Penguins, Whales, and a Tango Show in Buenos Aires. Extension options to the Wine region Mendoza and Iguazu Falls on the border of Brazil! Trip will take place the Later of October 2024 during their beautiful Spring. Keep your eyes out a few months from now for that signup announcement as the detailed planning for this trip is still very much in the works.

    Ski Trip signups for our Dec 2023 – March 2024 Ski Season are open now on the club’s website! www.OrlandoSkiandTravelClub.com 2 of our 8 different Ski destinations for next year have already sold out. At the time I am writing this there are plenty of great OSTC snow- filled options available for you to consider. Many of our members sign up for multiple Ski trips traveling between Dec 2023 – March 2024, so if you’re able to, be sure to get yourself signed up on at least one!

    I hope everyone had a happy 4th of July!  

    Steve Clark, OSTC President

      The Great Rivers Of Europe

      May 5-19, 2024

      Explore this great region by boat, with many options!

      See beautiful Austria, Germany and The Netherlands, all under the direction of club President Steve Clark! Many details to consider so please visit the official trip page on our website, or by clicking on the trip link HERE 

      Trip Leader: Steve Clark  |   SClark2575@gmail.com

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      Whistler, Canada

      December 6-11, 2023

      Pre-Luxury Party Trip

      Naturally spectacular, Ultra Luxury Fairmont Chateau Whistler resort delivers an ideal setting classic elegance and a modern alpine dΓ©cor! 

      This award-winning Whistler hotel is located at the base of Blackcomb Mountain in Whistler, British Columbia. 

      Trip Leader: Steve Clark  |   SClark2575@gmail.com

      Asst Trip Leader: Gunther Zurstadt  |   ostcgunther@gmail.com

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      Beaver Creek, CO

      January 6-13, 2024

      🧑 Join TEAM ORANGE πŸ§‘

      ...and experience the influence of renowned resorts such as Switzerland's St. Moritz, Italy's Cortina, and Spain's Val d’Aran which led to the creation of a unique mountain resort full of excitement and village luxury!

      Trip Leaders: Mike & Robin Beckman 

        Familyrealtymikebeckman@hotmail.com       Robinbeckman101@hotmail.com

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      Crested Butte, CO

      February 3-10, 2024

      Experience the Funky Flair and BE WILD

      Whether you call it β€œCrusty Butt” or Crested Butte, this is a place of extremes. 

      The Crested Butte Ski Resort is well known for the extreme ski and snowboard terrain, abounding friendliness, and the laid-back culture.

      39% of Crested Butte Mountain caters to beginners and also intermediates!
      Don't miss this opportunity with Bob "Snow Dog" Mackey!

      Trip Leader: Bob "Snow Dog" Mackey  |  321-277-3411  |  SkiBobM@gmail.com

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      FSC Mt. Bachelor, OR

      February 24-March 2, 2024

      Not Your Average Mountain; Not Your Average Trip

      With 4,323 acres of lift-accessible 360-degree terrain, Mt. Bachelor is the 6th largest ski resort in North America!

       Located on the eastern flanks of Oregon’s Central Cascades, Mt. Bachelor is known for its light, dry snow, diverse terrain, friendliness, and long seasons. 

      Bend, OR breweries (30+) are making some of the country’s finest, most in-demand, influential, and flavorful beers. 

      Just to the west is the Willamette Valley so there are also fine Wine Bars aplenty. Bend, OR offers tax-free shopping, museums, galleries, spas and great après-adventure entertainment. And one word: JON. IYKYK!

      Trip Leader: Debbie Ashworth  |   inezz@yahoo.com

      Assistant Trip Leader: Shelley Daniel   |  debaryskigirl@gmail.com

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      Park City, UT

      March 9-16, 2024

      Come Ski the Biggest Ski Resort in North America at Park City, Utah!

      A world-renowned destination for outdoor adventure and mountain charm, nestled in the heart of the breathtaking Wasatch Mountains. This resort offers year-round fun, stunning scenery, and is a vibrant town.

      This is the only place where you can spend the day exploring 3,200+ vertical feet of dynamic skiing or cruise the gentle rolling terrain of our High Meadow Park

      Trip Leader: Devin Coffy      Assistant Trip Leader: Chris "Elvis" Rose

       OSTCdevin@gmail.com

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      Schweitzer, ID

      March 9-16, 2024

      Ski Your Heart Out and Party in the Panhandle!

      Named for a Swiss hermit who lived at the base of the mountain more than a century ago, Schweitzer is the biggest little resort you’ve probably never visited -  with 2,900 acres of inbounds terrain - and an open boundary policy in the northern panhandle of Idaho.  

      There are 2 large back-to-back bowls and a separate beginner area.  

      Nearby Sandpoint has a lively arts scene, microbreweries, wineries, and trendy restaurants. 

      Enjoy views of Lake Pend Oreille and the rugged Selkirk Mountains from the slopes and every room at the Humbird.

      Trip Leader: Bluebird Jackie Warren   |   JWA407@AOL.COM   

      Assistant Trip Leader: Kenny Krumins   |   KENKRUMINSMD@GMAIL.COM 

      The Orlando Ski and Travel Club is a year-round, volunteer-run social organization with over 550 adventurous members whose winter activities center on snow skiing and snowboarding, along with great adventure trips that take place throughout the year. Since 1976, the Club has been offering trips to top-rated ski destinations world-wide. We are a proud member of the Florida Ski Council. In addition to fabulous group ski trips, the Orlando Ski and Travel Club offers a variety of activities and social events to keep you busy during the "off" season. From wine tastings to cruises and weekend excursions, the Orlando Ski Club is your year-round social club. Join today and start enjoying the camaraderie and fun!

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