The Order of the Wasatch Wonders chapter brings you two of Utah’s Greatest Snow on Earth® resorts. Snowbird makes same day skiing and flying a reality, located only 29 miles from Salt Lake City International Airport. Here you’ll find spectacular scenery and the longest season in Utah with 500 inches of average annual snowfall. Only a 7-minute drive away, Alta Ski Area has a philosophy for offering the most authentic ski experience. Founded in 1938, they have developed generations of skiers (only skiers please) who consistently call this Utah resort their special place.
Trip Planning
The Order of the True North
Get 10 days of uninterrupted shredding across 5 destinations. Start your journey by flying into Kelowna International Airport, then head to Sun Peaks Resort – British Columbia’s second largest destination ski resort. From there, head to Revelstoke where you’ll traverse down the longest vertical descent of any ski resort in North America. Your epic adventure continues with a 4-mile run at Panorama. After the run, you can recover slope side at Canada’s largest hot pools. Then make your way to Lake Louise to indulge in stunning views and high-alpine glaciers. You’re only a quick drive to Sunshine Village in Banff to fuel your inner adrenaline junkie with extreme runs at Goat’s Eye. When it’s time to go home, head out from Calgary International Airport.
The Way of the West
Head west for six days of freedom. Fly into Jackson, WY and begin your journey at Jackson Hole, nestled in the Tetons. Covering 2,500 acres in Bridger Teton National Forest, you’ll become a fanatic of the fresh powder. Venture a short 46 miles to Grand Targhee, a new member of the Collective. With 500 inches of snow annually, this is one of the top 5 ski resorts in North America. Your final stop is a gem to the north, Big Sky Resort. Get lost in the beauty of open skies and wide spaces on 4 different mountains before departing out of Bozeman. You won’t see a soul for miles. Ready to conquer the west?
The Ritual of the Rockies
The Ritual of the Rockies brings you a getaway to three world-renowned resorts. The adventure begins high on the Continental Divide at Arapahoe Basin. Insiders call it The Legend, thanks to having one of the longest seasons in the world. Amongst clouds of powder, you’ll find a laid-back vibe that’s kept this a pure skier and rider’s mountain since 1946. Head west to Aspen Snowmass, which greets you with infinite possibilities – more than 5,500 acres of terrain on four mountains and the charming, artful town of Aspen to liven up your evenings. To the south, Taos Ski Valley reigns as an authentic, big mountain experience, from wide-open groomers and bowls to tree-lined glades, bumps and chutes with spectacular views of the Sangre de Cristo mountain range. Enjoy world class terrain, events, newly renovated base area facilities, including The Blake Hotel, and a world-class ski school.
The League of Chill in Chile
The Chile chapter offers 7,000 acres of terrain to pass members. The Valle Nevado resort is just 80 minutes from the capital city Santiago, 9,800 feet high in the spectacular Andes Mountains. South America’s premier ski resort offers access to 7,000 acres of terrain and the most modern lift system in Chile. With easy-to-book, all-inclusive hotel packages and independent condominiums, guests can find a complete experience with shopping, six restaurants, a spa and fitness center, pub with live music, and the continent’s best heli-skiing.
The Ancient Order of Ski-er Nous Francais
The French chapter offers a mecca for skiers and snowboarders. The Chamonix valley is legendary, unique and incomparable. It is a land crammed full of history and sporting feats, a natural environment that will take your breath away. Mythical areas like “les Grand-Montets” and the descent of “Vallee Blanche” provide a more advanced experience but there’s also plenty of terrain for intermediates and beginners. In Chamonix, no matter what your ability level, you will find a safe environment to create your own history at your own pace.
