After School Activities

Ski Club

The Cascade Ski Club is a collaboration between the School District (CSD), Leavenworth Winter Sports Club (LWSC), and the PTO. Last year the Club helped over 70 kids from Alpine Lakes and Icicle River Middle School connect with snow sports on Ski Hill Wednesdays after school in Jan/Feb.  Many of these kids had never been on skis before this opportunity.  

The Cascade Ski Club kids receive gear to borrow for the season (skis/snowboard, boots, helmet), a season pass to Ski Hill, and are transported from school to Ski Hill on Wednesdays, January 14-February 25 (excluding mid-winter break).  While at Ski Hill, the kids receive help getting acquainted with their gear, skiing/snowboarding basics, snacks, and fun on the slopes with their peers.

The Club is made possible through various grants (e.g. Vail Epic Promise), fundraising (e.g. LWSC Benevolent Nights), volunteers, and in-kind support from  Arlberg Sports and Mervin Manufacturing.  LWSC provides free season passes (good outside of the club meetings!), CSD provides staff, volunteers and transportation, and the PTO helps organize and prepare the gear and many volunteers that it takes to make this happen. 

We prioritize kiddos who would not otherwise have access to these opportunities, either for financial or logistical reasons, and strive to provide a welcoming and fun environment that is easy for them to access.  Club participation forms go home with eligible children the first week of the calendar year.

To find out more or to volunteer to help wrangle kids into boots and keep them safe on the hill, please contact PDPTOINFO@gmail.com.