The Kensington Youth and Ski Club was founded by several parents in the fall of 2016. The Club is a 501c3 charitable organization set up to promote skiing, snowboarding and good sportmanship for youth. We typically run 3 coach buses on 5 dates to Liberty, Whitetail and starting in 2027, Roundtop mountain resorts. The club is open to students in grades 6 through 12. Club trips are not part of the official ski club programs offered by the local mountains, which are only available Monday-Friday nights.
SCHEDULE
See the Schedule page for this season's trips. Trips run rain/snow or shine, but they are subject to change based on weather and snow conditions.
REGISTRATION
The membership fee of $185 covers club expenses and bus transportation. Registration is online via CommunityPass. Payment must be made at the time of registration. Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover cards are accepted. You may also pay by e-check using your bank routing number and checking account number. Registraion for prior year members will start late-September, and for new members it usually opens in early October.
LIFT TICKETS
Lift tickets are not provided by the club and must be purchased by each member. We recommend buying lift tickets in advance from Vail Resorts (epicpass.com), since passes purchased at the mountain will be more expensive than those purchased in advance. The Club does not ski on any blackout dates, but make note of them if you plan to ski additional days.
- If you are only skiing with the club, an Epic Day Pass for 5 days is a good option. Choose the 22 Resorts option, which includes Liberty, Whitetail and Roundtop.
- The Northeast Value pass is a good if you plan to ski at other east coast resorts (note the blackout dates).
- Other options are available that include resorts in the west and overseas.
- Lessons must be purcased from the mountain prior to each trip.
EQUIPMENT
We recommend checking local ski shops for seasonal rentals, or purchasing used gear. If you wish to rent from the mountain, you will need to reserve and purchase via the mountain's web site.
- Baltimore Ski Warehouse, 7038 Aviation Blvd, Glen Burnie, MD 21061, (410) 590-4604, https://www.baltimoreski.com: New and used equipment, will purchase back used equipment
- Sun & Ski Sports, 203 Muddy Branch Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878-3004, 301-948-5200, https://www.sunandski.com: New and rental equipment
- Ski Center LTD 15944 Luanne Dr Gaithersburg, MD 20877 (410) 833-1101, https://www.skicenterltd.com/ New and used equipment, seasonal lease available and annual ski swap in October
OTHER ITEMS
- Helmets are required and can be purchased at local sporting goods stores or ski shops. Costco sometimes has them available as well.
- Liberty, Roundtop and Whitetail are cashless - credit and debit cards must be used for all purchases.
- Lockers are available for a fee to store personal items. Some are large enough to be shared with friends.
- Chaperones are available to assist with trips, but members must be able to put on their own equipment and should have a basic ability to ski/snowboard. We welcome first time skiers, but we recommend a parent or guardian come along to help out for the first few trips.
See you on the slopes!
Questions? Email kyscinfo@gmail.com. Check out our Kensington Youth Ski Club Facebook group!