Category Archives: Trips

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Trip to LPSC Historical Site on July 27

We are heading out on a road trip to discover LPSC’s roots on Saturday, July 27. The RSVP form is due by July 25: LPSC Historical Site Trip Reservation.

In 1937 Ventura County visionaries formed a club dedicated to the budding sport of downhill skiing. They secured a land lease in the Los Padres National Forest, located west of Frasier Park, at Cerro Noroeste / Mt Abel, near Mt. Pinos, and called themselves the Los Padres Ski Club. On that site the Club built a rope tow, powered by a gasoline engine, and a small warming hut. Over the ensuing years, the rope tow gradually fell into disuse as ski areas were developed throughout the state. All that remains now is the hut’s slab and the “bull wheel” and its supporting structure.

The scenic drive is under 2 hours and we encourage carpooling. (Rt.126 to Rt. 5, exit at Fraizer Park). We will meet at 10 AM at the Arco Station in Frazier Park (right side of the road). From there we will caravan to Cerro Noroeste / Mt Abel (8250 ft.). After a moderate hike around – and finding remnants of the original rope tow pulley in a tree – we will have a picnic. Bring your own food and drinks.  There is a campground, Campo Alto, at the peak with plenty of parking, picnic tables and two toilets near the campsite. There is no water or trash cans (pack in and out).

Around 3 Pm we will head to nearby Pine Mountain Club. There is a cute little town you can explore. At 4 we will head over to the Pine Mountain Club golf course for the free Concert on the Greens (4-7PM). Bring your own chair or blanket to sit on. There will be an outdoor bbq for purchase of food and drinks will be available in the bar. (No outside food or drinks allowed). City Beat and Main Street Horns will be playing R&B, rock and soul. We can dance while the sun sets over the mountains.

Head home or book a room at a local B&B or Holiday Inn Express in Frazier Park. Also, if interested, you can hike up Mt. Pinos on Sunday – the club will not be leading this hike, it is more of an optional meetup. (Note: An Adventure Pass is required to park at Mt. Pinos on Sunday, which can be purchased at Big 5 Sporting Goods).

The RSVP form link is here: LPSC Historical Site Trip Reservation

River Rafting, South Fork of the American River, July 8 -10

Bryan has pulled together a very awesome rafting trip that is enjoyable for all. He has reserved 10 spots for river rafting on the south fork of the American River for July 8 – 10. Trip will include 1 1/2 days rafting, Saturday breakfast, lunch and dinner, and Sunday breakfast and lunch. There will be options for tent cabin camping, camping on your own, and staying in private accommodations (motel/hotel).

This is a two day rafting adventure.  We’ll arrive Friday night at American River’s private camp on the river and you will have an opportunity to set up your overnight gear.  You can opt for a tent cabin complete with cots, sleeping pads, chairs and a table, or you can provide your own tent and gear.  Saturday morning breakfast is provided, and then we will raft the famous Gorge section. Half-way down, we’ll stop for a delicious deli-style lunch, then raft onward to Folsom Lake. Following refreshments, we will board the shuttle for a short, scenic ride back to camp. As the chef starts cooking our big, country-style BBQ dinner, we invite you to fish, play volleyball, toss horse shoes, take a hot shower, or just relax and enjoy a cold beverage along with scrumptious appetizers. After a tasty dessert, enjoy the rest of your evening swapping stories around a glowing campfire.

The following morning (Sunday), we’ll share a hearty breakfast and board the bus up river to Chili Bar. You will raft the mighty Chili Bar section down to our camp where lunch will be served. This 21-mile long journey ends after lunch at approximately 1:00 PM on Sunday.

Prices below are per person, based on double occupancy:

  • Tent Cabin, provided by American River Recreation: $380
  • Bring your own Tent: $340
  • No Lodging (you provide own lodging at a motel/hotel): $330

Price includes:

  • Rafting full day on Saturday
  • Rafting 1/2 day on Sunday
  • Saturday: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and evening dessert
  • Sunday Breakfast and lunch
  • Tips for our guides

CLICK HERE To sign up for the trip: 2022 Rafting Trip Sign Up Sheet

CLICK HERE to submit the required Liability Waiver: Liability Waiver

PAYMENT DUE JUNE 2ND!!

For more information on the rafting company, click here https://www.arrafting.com/

Far West Annual Ski and Snowboard Week, Jackson Hole, WY January 21 – 28 2023

Please find click below for the flyer and signup form for the Far West Ski Association trip to Jackson Hole, Wyoming.  As LPSC is a member club, we can sign up for these fantastic trips. Other club members and I have taken these trips and they are awesome!  Please note that the price listed doesn’t include airfare or lift tickets.  Please that the Basic IKON pass doesn’t work at Jackson Hole; one will need the will need to purchase the IKON Bass Plus pass. Info on the IKON passes can be found at: https://www.ikonpass.com/ .

FWSA will be offering air and ground transportation at a competitive rate at a later date.  Signup deposit is due June 20th, and these trips do fill up fast!

Flyer: 2023 FWSA Jackson Hole Flyer

Sign-up Form: 2023 FWSA Jackson Hole Sign-up Form

RAFTING ON THE UPPER KERN RIVER, MAY 22-23

We are planning a rafting trip on the upper Kern River, above Lake Isabella for the weekend of May 22-23.  The plan is now for us to individually drive up Saturday, stay overnight at a motel, raft (or Kayak) Sunday morning, and come home Sunday evening.  Bryan Hennes is making motel and rafting reservations. Prices will be provided later and full payment will need to be made by May 6 to hold your reservation.  We had a few folks do this last year and it was a blast!

CANCELLED: Come rafting the upper Kern with the Los Padres Ski Club!

Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, we have cancelled this event.

When:  Sunday, June 14th.  We will drive up in car pools on Saturday, June 13th, stay in lodging and go rafting on Sunday and come home Sunday night.

Where: Rafting on the upper Kern just above Lake Isabella. Considered no more than class 2 or class 3 rapids.  Lodging Saturday night at the Corral Creek Resort 8 miles north of Kernville on the Kern River Highway.  The club will provide a Happy Hour on the deck of the Resort on Saturday afternoon. You’re responsible for dinner, and we can go as a group to a restaurant in Kernville. Hotel provides breakfast on Sunday morning. 

What: Rafting with Eagle River Rafting. Full day includes 4 runs down the river.  Choice of guided raft or guide your own kayak with a friend!  Half day is two runs in the morning. Both full and half day include a barbecue lunch at the rafting center. 

How much?  Full day raft trip: $235/person and Half day raft trip: $200/person. Prices includes room and rafting, tax and tip included, rooms are double occupancy. 

Note: In the event this trip must be cancelled due to the current Corona Virus restrictions, you will receive a refund.

Trip leader: Bryan Hennes

How to Sign Up: Download the following forms from our website, complete them, and mail them with a check payable to LPSC to Brian Hennes, 493 Glenwood Pl., Thousand Oaks, CA 91362

Must be a member of the Los Padres Ski Club to participate!   

Last Chance to Sign Up for April Ski Trip

We have many people signed for the April 15-17 Mammoth ski trip and will be making condo reservations soon.  If you wish to go on this trip, please contact Tanya by April 1st to sign up.   Remember, your check is needed for a reservation.  There is PLENTY of snow at Mammoth and more to come, and some folks are planning to stay into the following week.