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Welcome Skiers and Riders! Thank You for Checking Us Out!

 
The Danbury Ski Club offers many benefits to its members. Trips, Ski Lodge, Year-round Activities, Discounts, Camaraderie and more! Attend a meeting, meet members, get involved, and make new friends.

The Danbury Ski Club (DSC) was founded in 1955 and has been a member of the Connecticut Ski Council (CSC) since 1956. DSC has over 500 members who participate in downhill, cross-country, and telemark skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing and many other outdoor activities such as hiking, bicycling, SCUBA diving, kayaking, whitewater rafting and more.

We also organize picnics, parties, social events, trips and many other activities.  We truly are a club for all seasons

A detailed listing of Member Discounts for skiing are now available on a single page. A non-member view is also available.

Europe 2022 Ski Trip - Chamonix France!
7/3/21: Almost Sold Out! - Only ONE Single Room Remains.
All Doubles / Triples are Full!
Trip Details   Register Now!

 

Current Newsletter: Volume 2, Number 1 - 2021-06-22

Past Newsletters

Upcoming Activities!


6/15: DSC evening at CHIRP Concert with Hillbenders.  https://www.facebook.com/events/331451955035662/
Ballard Park, Ridgefield. https://chirpct.org/
Hang out with DSC friends to see the Hillbenders https://www.hillbenders.com/
Hillbenders don’t follow any old stigmas attached to bluegrass . For over ten years now the five original members have traveled coast to coast and around the world spreading joy and excitement through music. High-energy performances, a diverse catalog, and a slice of humor make way for what appears to be more of a brotherhood than a business – and each audience they play for becomes a part of that family. Can’t wait for their return!
After catching the spotlight’s eye with Tommy, [The HillBenders] were determined to stir its ardor with their originals, and overwhelmingly succeeded. The whole album is well written and performed with hardly a blemish or toss-away…”-No Depression

6/26: DSC Comedy Night at Ridgefield Playhouse.  https://www.facebook.com/events/1414737205570445/
Come on out for a night of COMEDY at the Ridgefield Playhouse and support DSC member Denise DiGrigoli as she performs as part of Christine O'Leary and Friends Comedy outside in the tent at the playhouse. Meet before hand at The Hideaway for appetizers and social hour.
Event: https://ridgefieldplayhouse.org/event/christine-oleary-friends-3/
Tickets: http://tickets.ridgefieldplayhouse.org/orderticketsvenue.asp?p=3707
7/8: DSC July Meeting at Charter Oak Brewing Company.  https://www.facebook.com/events/152961346871587/
Come join your DSC friends for the July general membership meeting at Charter Oak Brewing Co in Danbury. They will have reserved tables for us in the beer garden. We will start at 7 PM. The brewery has asked people to RSVP so they have an idea how much space to set aside for us. There will be a food truck there to purchase food, and of course the brewery has beer, wine, and softdrinks. Come out, see your friends, and celebrate the summer as we look ahead to the return of ski season! https://www.charteroakbrewing.com/

8/5: DSC August General Meeting at Danbury Elks.  https://www.facebook.com/events/4418725391494525/
The DSC will have our August meeting at the Danbury Elks lodge - 36 Sugar Hollow Road, Danbury, CT. 
Please note the 7PM start. The club will provide some appetizers from the Elks kitchen. You can also order your own appetizers as well as beverages.
We have several DSC members who are Elks members.

8/22: DSC Gathering for Michael Franti & Spearhead at Ridgefield Playhouse
https://www.facebook.com/events/132306575657464/
One of the best live performers around - Michael Franti & Spearhead, a band that blends hip hop with a variety of other styles including funk, reggae, jazz, folk, and rock, will play at the Ridgefield playhouse. Join DSC friends for what is sure to be an awesome evening.
Event:https://ridgefieldplayhouse.org/event/michael-franti-2021-summer-gala/
Tickets: http://tickets.ridgefieldplayhouse.org/orderticketsvenue.asp?p=3710

Upcoming Activities!



DSC Spring Picnic


Join old and new friends and the DSC for our  annual awards banquet now as a spring picnic! We will be returning to Newtown CT to Dickinson Park (50 Elm Drive, Newtown) where we have the pavilion reserved. The fun will begin at 12 noon to 5 PM (set up at 11:30 AM if you want to come and help) on Saturday May 22nd - rain or shine. Bring your chairs, blankets, food, beverages, games, and your desire to have fun! Note - no alcohol is allowed in the park.  Details will be refined as we get closer to the event! 

Please RSVP using this link:

RSVP Form

There is also a Facebook Event if you want to interact with other member in advance.

 Directions

All state mandated COVID-19 safety precautions will be followed. Masks & social distancing required.

Participants acknowledges that an inherent risk of exposure to SARS-CoV-2 and infection with COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. By attending and/or participating in Activities, you and any guests voluntarily assume any and all risks related to exposure to COVID- 19 and explicitly agree not to hold or seek to hold Danbury Ski Club, Inc. or any of their affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors, or volunteers liable for any illness or injury, but specifically waive any and all such claims against such Danbury Ski Club, and it’s officers, directors, members, volunteers, and all other persons affiliated with such ski club.

Dickinson Park Pavilion

Europe 2022 Ski Trip - Chamonix France!

Read the details.     Register Now!

This is the ONE AND ONLY official DSC European 2022 Ski Trip - sponsored by the Danbury Ski Club, as part of the CT Ski Council

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Chamonix 2022 Announcement
 



DSC Lodge - The Maples

Located in Weston, Vermont - our lodge is available to all DSC Members and their guests.

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the DSC has decided not to offer a lodge this year. We will be evaluating options for the 2021-2022 ski season based upon conditions in the spring / summer 2021.

Benefits

  • Discounted Lift Tickets
  • Lodge
  • Activities
  • Ski Coaching and Racing
  • Community Participation

Slideshow
Italy 2018

Club Trips

DSC sponsors a number of trips annually, both in the US and international. In 2020 we went to:
  • Zermatt, Switzerland
  • Snowbird, Utah
  • Sunday River, Maine


Recent Activities - All Are Welcome!!!



DSC Trip to Catamount Aerial Adventure Park


Join the DSC for a Family Friendly Sunday afternoon outing at the Catamount Aerial Adventure Park.

Everyone should make a reservation for 12:30 PM      Reservation Link

While the kids are busy climbing trees, surmounting obstacles, and zip lining, the adults can hang out (with appropriate social distancing) and chat.

Dress for the weather!

Please RSVP on the Facebook Event so we know to expect you!

Catamount Aerial Adventure Park

Participants acknowledges that an inherent risk of exposure to SARS-CoV-2 and infection with COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. By attending and/or participating in Activities, you and any guests voluntarily assume any and all risks related to exposure to COVID- 19 and explicitly agree not to hold or seek to hold Danbury Ski Club, Inc. or any of their affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors, or volunteers liable for any illness or injury, but specifically waive any and all such claims against such Danbury Ski Club, and it’s officers, directors, members, volunteers, and all other persons affiliated with such ski club.


DSC Fall Picnic


Due to the forecast of nonstop rain tonight through tomorrow morning, we are moving the picnic to the rain date of Sunday 10/18. Still 12 PM at Squantz Pond. RSVP:  RSVP Form

Join old and new friends and the DSC for our fall picnic at Squantz Pond State Park in New Fairfield CT on Saturday October 17 2020 (Rain Date: Sunday October 18).   Bring your chairs, blankets, tables, food, beverages, games, and your desire to have fun! Note - no alcohol is allowed in the park.  Bring your kayaks and enjoy the pond. Please RSVP by email.  Also check out the Facebook Event and if needed - Directions
2020 Fall Family Picnic

All state mandated COVID-19 safety precautions will be followed. Masks & social distancing required.
Participants acknowledges that an inherent risk of exposure to SARS-CoV-2 and infection with COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. By attending and/or participating in Activities, you and any guests voluntarily assume any and all risks related to exposure to COVID- 19 and explicitly agree not to hold or seek to hold Danbury Ski Club, Inc. or any of their affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors, or volunteers liable for any illness or injury, but specifically waive any and all such claims against such Danbury Ski Club, and it’s officers, directors, members, volunteers, and all other persons affiliated with such ski club.



Next DSC Meeting / Event


General Membership Meeting
Come join us for a general membership meeting - to be held virtually through WebEx.  During this time of COVID-19 induced social distancing, we are still meeting as a club. We will be discussing plans for a DSC picnic, and what we know about the ski season so far. Come reconnect with friends and talk about the upcoming season.
 
Thursday April 1, 2021
Meeting Time: 7:30pm - 9pm

Meeting Link

RSVP on Facebook:

DSC General Meeting Event on FB

DSC Banner for Events and Web

Racing


The Danbury Ski Club has some of the best racers in Connecticut and typically finishes among the State's top clubs in several categories. The DSC Team participates in racing events and clinics throughout the season:

  1. CSC Monday night racing at Mt. Southington, registration is until 7:00
  2. Connecticut State Races including Slalom, Giant Slalom, Downhill, and Cross-Country
  3. CSC Winter Carnival
  4. DSC On-Snow Day

All skiing abilities are welcome and you don't need any racing experience. So why not give it a try? Monday Night Racing and our Annual Race Clinic are two great ways to start. For more information about racing for the Danbury Ski Club, contact our race chairman Dave Kiley, at Racing@DanburySki.COM

CT Ski Council Racing Page

4th night of Racing: Mon 13th Jan. [weather & ski conditions permitting].

Racing

On Snow Day
Club Racing for Men, Women and Kids!




Planning for Jan/Feb 2021 event underway - Stay tuned for details!
Date: Saturday February 8th, 2020

Location: Catamount Mountain Resort    Map

Details:

  • Joint event between the Danbury Ski Club and the Newington Ski Club!

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  • Meet at Catamount in the BERKSHIRE ROOM: 08:30

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  • Free ski and fun on the mountain in the morning: 09:00 - 12:00

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  • Lunch: 12:00 - 13:00 (Provided by NSC)

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  • Ski Racing: 13:00 - 14:30 - Everyone receives two timed runs.

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  • Free Ski: 14:30 - 16:00

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  • Kids Awards: 16:00

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  • Informal Self-Hosted Après: 16:30

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  • Adults: $55
  • Children (under 18) $35

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  • RSVP to : Dave Kiley and to FB Event


2020  CSC Winter Carnival
Waterville Valley, NH
2/28, 2/29, 3/1 2020

 


Details are now available for the winter carnival.



Some Recent Events

DSC in the Community


DSC at Danbury Block Party 2019

DSC Booth at the Danbury Block Party 9/7/2019

Tarrywile Hike Sat. Nov 9th, 9am

Meet at Lower Tarrywile parking lot in Danbury off of Southern Boulevard

A moderate 3 mile hike done at a moderate pace, approx 3 hr.  This hike has about 3 small climbs plus 1 climb of about 450 ft.. Bring some water and snacks.  Also try and have the following:

  • Hiking Boots
  • Extra Layers
  • Raingear if possible
  • Best to wear loose fitting clothing that breathes. (E.G. Polypropylene, Bergolene, Duofold Etc...

Leader Ken Henneberry Home (203) 748-3056
Cell (203) 512-3407 before 10 pm

Sargekh115er@gmail.com or
kennethhenneberry@sbcglobal.net

Heavy Rain Cancels - Call if in doubt  


Lake Waramaug State Park Bike Ride & Lunch

   
Lake Waramaug State Park
Announcing a new informal event: We're meeting 10 am Saturday, October 12th at Lake Waramaug State Park parking lot. There is a beautiful 7 mile ride around the lake and an option to do a longer ride if there's enough interest. Afterwards we will go to the beach to have lunch. Bring your own food and drink! There are grills there and picnic tables. If you don't want to ride, feel free to meet us for lunch at noon. Possible stop at Hopkins Vineyard along the ride. There's no rain date.
Signup on the Facebook Event

Christmas Party



 




Photo taken by DSC member in January 2018 from the top of the Seceda Gondola in Val Gardena, Italy
Top of the Seceda Gondola in Val Gardena, Italy - Jan. 2018