Membership

Oakland Ski Club Membership Requirements and Information

Our Membership Chair is Vicki Luibrand

Email Vicki at vicki.luibrand@gmail.com

Download the 2010-11 Membership Application

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WHAT DOES MEMBERSHIP OFFER?  The Club owns and operates a ski lodge (40 beds in 10 private rooms) on Donner Summit on a non-profit basis for the exclusive use of its members and their guests. Membership offers a special opportunity to initiate and enjoy the friendships of people with a strong common interest in skiing, not only on the slopes or at the lodge, but also at meetings and special events held throughout the year.

WHAT ARE THE MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS?  First, complete Part 1 of the membership application and return it to the Membership Chairperson. At club events, acquaint yourself with two regular members who, as your sponsors, will attest to your interest in joining the club and your willingness to accept the responsibilities of membership. Then, in order to complete Part 2 of your application, either:

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AFTER MY REQUIREMENTS ARE COMPLETED, THEN WHAT?  The Membership Committee advises the Club’s Board of Directors at their monthly meeting of the committee’s recommendation concerning acceptance for membership and, when a vacancy in membership occurs, your application is considered by the Board. When your membership application is accepted, you will be notified and asked to respond by the payment of a one-time initiation fee of $200 per adult and $100 per child under 18. Annual dues are $110 for adults, $50 for children under 18 and $60 for college students (18-25). Fiscal year runs from June through May. The Oakland Ski Club does not give refunds.

HOW CAN AN APPLICANT INCLUDE HIS OR HER FAMILY?  Children can participate as “junior” members for $50 for kids (4-12) and teens (13-17) with $60 for college students. Children under four are not allowed at the lodge during the winter months. The child’s age on June 1 is used for membership purposes. Once an adult has been accepted to the membership their spouse may be considered for membership after a winter lodge visit.

WHAT ARE MEMBERS’ RESPONSIBILITIES FOR LODGE OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE?

  1. To observe and to keep the lodge rules as prepared at the beginning of each ski season.
  2. To share responsibility in the routine chores that are assigned to lodgers.
  3. To attend a summer work party. This is your most important contribution and requirement as an active member. It is the only way that the club can keep skiing costs affordable and maintain the lodge. If you do not attend a summer work party there is a $150 charge in lieu of the work party. We much prefer to see you at the work party.

HOW DO I GET TO THE LODGE?  The address of the Lodge is 58620 Old Donner Summit Road, Soda Springs, CA 95728. Phone: 530-426-1023

WHAT ABOUT PARKING?  As of Winter 2007, we can park in front of the ski lodge all year round. In the winter, OSC members have agreed to plow Old Donner Pass Road. Members are asked to pay an annual plowing assessment (currently $80 per family per year). Guests are asked to pay a $11 nightly fee to park at the lodge in the winter.

WHAT ABOUT WIFI?  Currently, the lodge is wifi capable.