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Keystone

When:
Saturday, January 23, 2021 to Saturday, January 30, 2021
Where:
Settler’s Creek Townhomes
Tip Top Trail
Keystone, CO  80435
Additional Info:
Event Contact(s):
Kathy Takes
 
Steve Simmen
Category:
Ski Trips
Registration is closed - Event is full
Payment By Schedule Only
Cancellation Policy:
Responsibility

It will be the responsibility of the trip taker to notify the trip chairperson or assistant (hereinafter referred to as “Chairperson”) in writing of their intent to cancel. Notification may be by telephone to the Chairperson on or before the cancellation date followed by a letter, or by a letter postmarked at the latest, on the established cancellation date. If a trip cancellation date isn’t identified (e.g. one day activity), then the last minute cancellation takes precedence.


Authorized Cancellation

When a trip taker notifies the Chairperson of intent to cancel before the cancellation date established by the East Iowa Ski Club for that trip, all monies will be refunded.


Cancellation

When a trip taker notifies the Chairperson of intent to cancel after the established cancellation date, but prior to the last minute cancellation date, it is considered a late cancellation. If airline tickets need to be reissued, the canceling trip taker will be responsible for the penalty to change the ticket. First preference for a replacement goes to the waiting list. If no waiting list, the trip taker can designate a replacement. If no replacement can be found, you will be responsible for any additional unrecoverable costs (such as transportation, lodging, etc).


Last Minute Cancellation

A last minute cancellation occurs when a trip taker notifies the Chairperson of intent to cancel within seven (7) days of a one-day or weekend trip, or within 21 days of a weeklong trip. This type of cancellation creates difficulty in finding last minute replacements. There will be an automatic 10% penalty (of total trip price) assessed on all last minute cancellations, in addition to any unrecoverable costs incurred (such as transportation, lodging, etc) due to the lateness of the cancellation.


Refunds

Refunds to authorized cancelers will be paid as notification is received and processed through the Club treasurer. All monies paid by late or last minute cancelers will be held by the Club until the financial records for the trip have been completed. The cancelers will then be eligible for a refund of the balance of their money paid less any penalties and costs incurred by the lateness of their cancellation.

I have read and understand the above cancellation policies of the East Iowa Ski Club. I also understand that trip prices can fluctuate due to unforeseen circumstances. I will act accordingly and abide by these policies.
Capacity:
22
Available Slots:
Filled
$915.00
$905.00
$525.00

Keystone - January 23 - January 30

 
We are pleased to announce that 24 members of the East Iowa Ski Club will be going to Keystone, Colorado on Saturday, January 23 through Saturday, January 30, 2021. This will be a drive yourself or car pool only trip because of concerns over flying due to the virus.

The club will be staying in the very nice Settlers Creek Townhouses (3 bedroom/3 bath) on the nearby golf course – a 7 minute shuttle ride to the gondola. As you will see, this is a fantastic price for an excellent trip! Staying 7 nights in the condos and a 5 of 7 day lift ticket to Keystone that is interchangeable with Arapahoe Basin (11 minute shuttle ride away) for only $915. The cost for the condo only without lift ticket is $525.

The club is happy to name the Trip Leaders for this exciting Keystone adventure:
Kathy Takes and Steve Simmen.
Kathy has led several great trips in the past and this will be Steve’s first experience assisting with the lead on a West trip.  We are fortunate to have such positive & dedicated members to lead the trip. Please remember to thank our volunteer
Trip Leaders for all their hard work to ensure our trips run as smoothly as they do.

Keystone Pricing – Land Only Trip: due at sign-up  due 9/19/20
                                                                                         (Kick Off Meeting)
$915 full package – condo, lifts                   $458     $457
Seniors 65+ deduct $10 from lifts ($905)    $458     $447
$525 without lifts – condo only                    $263     $262
EISC Trip Cancellation date- Nov 20, 2020

Open for Sign Up on this web page or mail checks to:
East Iowa Ski Club
PO Box 843,
Cedar Rapids, IA 52406-0843
Checks sent to the PO Box helps the club avoid the credit card processing fees.  You will be able to sign up on the EISC website and have the option to send a check into the EISC PO Box. Or you can send your information with the check into the PO Box to save your spot. Of course, our members can always pay on-line by credit card if that is more convenient.
    
Keystone is the only major West ski trip the board has approved for 2021 because of travel concerns among our members that were expressed in the recent survey. We are planning to provide a safe, fun ski trip for the EISC and this seemed the best way
forward. 
Keystone Resort is located in Summit County, Colorado, just a 1 ½ hour, scenic drive from Denver. Every level of skier can find their own section of the mountain to call their own.  Beginners will love the “learning area” off of the Ranger chairlift, as well as all the green runs off of River Run Gondola. Skiers of all levels, will enjoy Keystone’s many adventure Zones, which are fun, zippy tree trails and mini-themed camps. Intermediate skiers will find they can ski all three of the lift-accessed mountains, but the best blue trails are to be found off of the River Run Gondola, with epic, sustained cruisers like Frenchman and Irishman. Expert skiers and boarders have nearly 50 percent of Keystone’s 3,000 acres to themselves, and can enjoy moguls, glades, steeps and small chutes. Powder hounds will delight in all the snow-cat-accessed terrain off of
Independence Mountain and Wapiti Peak.

Tucked away in the White River National Forest of the Rocky Mountains, Keystone Resort is the largest ski area in Summit County, Colorado. Spread across three peaks—Dercum Mountain, North Peak and the Outback—the resort boasts more than 3,000 acres of skiable terrain. From gentle groomers, rolling cruisers and steep bumps, to gladed terrain, powder-filled bowls and the award winning A51 Terrain Park, Keystone is the perfect playground for all ability levels from beginners to rippers.

Settler’s Creek Townhomes, where the club will be staying, is located on the east side of Keystone Resort off of East Independence Road. This complex offers a quiet mountain
getaway and many amenities with easy access to the rest of the resort. The always popular Minnie’s Cabin is a favorite.  It’s centrally located within the complex with an outdoor, heated pool and two hot tubs. Also outside is a grill area with seating and a beautiful two-way fireplace. Inside guests will find a large flat screen TV, a pool table and the other side of the fireplace mentioned above. Turn on the game, fire up the grill and enjoy some quality time with family and friends.

The Snake River runs north of the complex where guests can take advantage of some fishing or enjoy the scenic views. Two shuttle stops are conveniently located within the complex and can take guests anywhere in the resort. Amenities include free wireless internet, private laundry and parking for each property.

The Keystone Resort is an EPIC resort property. It is a short drive to Breckenridge or Beaver Creek for our members that have their EPIC pass.

Please join the fun with your EISC skiing friends and sign up for this Keystone – drive yourself winter adventure!

WINTER MOUNTAIN STATS: (Because some members like to read mountain stats!)
• Vertical: 3,128 ft. / Base elevation: 9,280 ft. / Summit elevation: 12,408 ft.
• Number of Lifts: 20 / Average Annual Snowfall over past 34 years: 235 in
• Number of Trails: 128 / Longest Run: 3.5 Miles/Schoolmarm /
• Skiable Area: 3,148 acres / Snowmaking: 662 acres
• Degree of Difficulty: Easiest: 12% / More Difficult: 39% / Most Difficult: 49%