Orange County Sierra Singles has one of the best all around ski programs in the Angeles Chapter. We kickoff in November with programs, meetings and safety classes introducing all of our events and trips. Leaders are chapter rated and in December ski leaders go through extra training in rescue, backcountry ski skills, survival shelters. Don't worry, we have never really had to use a survival shelter, but it is fun trying out our skills with a snow shovel and ski poles.

We usually have 4 to 6 trips to Mammoth staying in deluxe accommodations. Check the write ups for details or contact the trip leaders. The trips are designed for downhillers, backcountry skiers, snowshoers, snowboarders, beginner backcounty ski lessons, and of course non skiers are always welcome.

We also offer some local mountain day ski tours and a weekend at Keller Hut. Some of the finest snow around can be found in our local mountains just after a storm.

Be sure to join the Sierra Club if you are not already a member so you can take advantage of the special discount member price.

Orange County Sierra Singles is an entity of the Sierra Club-Angeles Chapter, a non–commercial, non-profit operation that conducts activities for the benefit of Club members and their guests.

The trips are staffed by volunteers and any funds raised supports OCSS and Angeles Chapter Conservation. The trips are fun! Come join us.

Reservations: To reserve a trip: Mail trip payment, the indicated number of SASE (4" x 9 ˝" self-addressed stamped envelopes), Sierra Club # as soon as possible to the Reservationist. Please Do not call trip leaders for reservation information unless indicated. Space is first come, first served, based on receipt of your check. If you have preferences on bus seat, seat partner or roommate(s), please indicate your request in writing. Earliest reservations are normally seated up front on bus. You will be notified shortly of your status on trip. Use Email, if available for follow-up contacts.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations received 35 or more days prior to the event will receive full refund. Cancellations received less than 35 days prior to the event will receive a refund Only If Trip Is Full And Space Is Resold To Suitable Replacement. A cancellation fee of $5.00 or 10% (whichever is greater) will apply. Some trips have unique cancellation policies; please refer to trip write-up.

JAN 13-16 FRI-MON	MLK WEEKEND IN WAWONA
Wilderness Adventures, PVSB, LBG, OCSS: Rideshare Fri to stay in a cabin in the Wawona area near Yosemite' s south entrance. Join leaders for low intermediate xcntry ski and snowshoe each day at Badger Pass and other areas. On your own you can downhill or track ski, ice skate or simply explore Yosemite Valley in the winter. Cost includes 3 nights lodging in modern cabin with all amenities (2-4 per bedroom with shared bathrooms and kitchen), 3 continental breakfasts, 3 lunch fixings, Sa and Su group dinner. Send $290 w/SC#, $315 non-member (Wilderness Adventures - $40 cancel penalty, no refund of balance after 12/12 unless trip is full and suitable replacement found), 2 sase (or 1 sase and email), H&W phones, recent ski experience (if joining Xctry skiing) to Ldr: Keith Martin (keithwmartin@sbcglobal.net), Asst: Beth Powis Martin, Snow Shoe Leaders: Sharon Moore and Sherry Ross.
JAN 15 SUN	MT. SAN JACINTO WILDERNESS SHOWSHOE
I: [Sierra Sage, OCSS] Snowshoe dayhike approximately 6 mi rt, 700' gain (final route subject to weather and snow conditions). Must have prior snowshoe experience. Start at Palm Springs Tramway Mountain Station (8400'). Hike S through Long Valley toward Hidden Lake area, then W toward Round Valley (9100'). Explore Tamarac Valley, time permitting. Return to Palm Springs Mountain Station in the afternoon. Group size limited by permit. Contact leaders for more information. Ldrs: Todd Clark, Sylvie Cote.
JAN 27-29 FRI-SUN	WINTER SPORTS BUS TRIP TO MAMMOTH LAKES
O/I: Ski Downhill/Snowboard Mammoth Mountain, Beginner/Intermediate Backcountry Ski Lessons/Backcountry Ski and Snowshoe Touring. This trip has it all: Learn to ski backcountry with certified PSIA/ASIA instructors (WTC, OCSS Snowsport Class Dec 7 or equivalent experience recommended), backcountry ski and snowshoe touring with leaders, or ski on your own at Tamarack Nordic Ski Center and Mammoth Mtn. Non-skiers, backcountry ski lesson grads welcome. Lodging at the Quality Inn, two persons-2 beds/private bath, microwave, fridge, indoor spa, close to shopping, night life, casual and fine dining, free shuttles. Leave OC 2:00 pm. San Fernando Valley pick-up. Return OC Sunday 10pm. Includes bus, lodging, breakfast, Saturday night happy hour, bus refreshments, Sunday dinner. Please indicate if taking lessons, Backcountry skiing, snowshoeing or downhill. Send 2 large sase OR e mail address, phones, address, $295 with SC#/$310 non-member (OCSS) to Reserv/Asst/Ski Ldr: Carol Tucker, 3166 S. Sepulveda #14, Los Angeles, 90034. Leader: Mark Fleming. Asst: Donna Specht. Backcountry Instructors: Michael Dodson, Scott Meek, Julie Smith-Meek. Snowshoe Ldrs: George Denny and Pat Arredondo.
JAN 28-29 SAT-SUN 10:00 AM	20S/30S/40S KELLER SKI HUT OVERNIGHT, SNOW VALLEY SKI & BOARD, LITTLE GREEN VALLEY SNOW SHOE
Enjoy the heat from the pot belly stove at Keller Ski Hut Saturday night after a day of snow sports at Snow Valley. Sunday morning we'll snowshoe 3 miles RT to Little Green Valley. All users will share cooking & clean-up chores. Bring sleeping bag, sheets, pillow, snacks, snow shoes, snow sport equipment, and winter hiking clothing. $30 Sierra Club member (SC), $45 Non-SC cost includes 1 night lodging @ Keller Ski Hut, Sat. Dinner, & Sun. Breakfast. Host & Ldr: Mountain Dave Kuhn (mtndave@cox.net). Co-Ldr: Gary Novotny, (knovotny27@gmail.com).
JAN 29 SUN	BACKCOUNTRY SKI TOUR TO INYO CRATERS
I: Intermediate ski tour, approx. 5.5 miles off-trail (800' gain) through wooded area from Mammoth Mtn. Main Lodge to craters near Deer Mountain. Bring layered winter clothing, 10+ essentials, 2 qt. water, lunch, metal-edged backcountry skis/boots. Email leader with experience level and current conditioning or for additional details. Tour in conjunction with OCSS Mammoth Trip Jan. 27-29, 2012. Ldr: Eva Eilenberg (eee333@earthlink.net). Co-Ldr: Michael Dodson.
JAN 29-FEB 2 SUN-THURS	20S/30S/40S OPEN WEEK SKING & BOARDING AT BIG BEAR LAKE - SNOW SUMMIT
It's now or never, snow season is here! Join us any time Sunday (after 4pm)-Thurs. BYO equipment or rent from Snow Summit. Tickets, lesson prices and directions can be found at www.snowsummit.com. Even if you' re not a snow sports enthusiast, come enjoy the cabin and spend time with your friends. 3 meals a day included. SC members $40/night or non-SC members $50/night. Email host for RSVP & payment instructions. Host: Mountain Dave Kuhn, (mtndave@cox.net).
FEB 11 SAT	SNOW VALLEY BACKCOUNTRY SKI TOUR
I: [Orange County Sierra Singles, Wilderness Adventures]: Moderate 4+ mile day ski in the San Bernardino Mountains. Beginners who have had at least a couple days prior ski experience welcome! We will break our own trail on a route that will depend on participants skill level; if conditions warrant we may play a bit on slopes. Metal-edged, backcountry skis & backcountry boots highly recommended. Rental skis should be available at nearby RimNordic ski center although this gear may not be ideal for backcountry. Bring winter clothing, water, lunch. No snow or likely blizzard cancel trip. Send e-mail or phone leader w/ experience level/conditioning for trip details including early-morning meeting point in the 2 weeks before trip. Leader: Mark Mitchell (markm@lacma.org), Co-Ldr: Keith Martin.
FEB 25 SAT	WINTER SURVIVAL SKILLS
I: On the snow, heat loss/conservation instruction, emergency shelter, fire building, signaling and survival strategies. Travel over snow with snow shoes or XC skis, 3.0 miles RT, 300 ft gain, Mt Pinos. Handouts will be E-mailed. Limit 15. Adventure Pass required. Send one sase or e mail to Ldr: Virgil Talbott, 641 North Yale Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831 (virgil_talbott@roadrunner.com) Asst: Gwen Sharp.
MAR 2-4 FRI-SUN	WINTER COMBO BUS TRIP TO MAMMOTH LAKES
I: [OCSS, PVSB] Ski downhill or snowboard on Mammoth Mtn, daily guided backcountry ski tours and snowshoe tours. Visit geological formations. Newcomers, non-skiers and XC lesson grads welcome. Quality Inn lodging, two person-2 beds/private bath, microwave, fridge, indoor spa. Close to shopping, night life, casual and fine dining, free shuttles. Leave Orange County 2:00 pm. South Bay and Sylmar pick-up later. Return Orange County Sunday 10pm. Includes bus, lodging, continental breakfast, happy hour, bus refreshments, Sunday dinner. Send 1 large sase, e mail, phones, $295 (OCSS) to Reserv: Dick Clement, 1023 East Van Bibber, Orange, 92866. Leader Keith Martin. Asst: Donna Specht. Staff: Mark Mitchell, Nina Kaufman. Snowshoe: Bob Beach, Kent Schwitkis.
MAR 10 SAT	MT. SAN JACINTO BACKCOUNTRY TOUR
O: Moderately challenging off-trail tour through a rolling forested area near Mt. San Jacinto, with hopes of great views of surrounding peaks on a clear day (5+ mile, ~800' gain). We'll take the tram from Palm Springs, head to the Long Valley ranger station, and then explore the Round Valley area. Additional skiing up nearby slopes or just playing may add a few miles + some elevation loss/gain. Because of possible steep and icy sections, intermediate XC skills & metal-edged, backcountry skis & boots are required. Bring winter clothing, water, lunch, 10+ essentials. No snow or likely storm cancels trip. Tram ticket ~$25. Email or phone leader w/ experience level/conditioning and for trip details. Ldr: Eva Eilenberg, (eee333@earthlink.net) Co-Ldr: Mark Mitchell.
MAR 23-25 FRI-SUN	SKI BACKCOUNTRY, SNOWSHOE, DOWNHILL, SNOWBOARD, CARPOOL TO MAMMOTH LAKES
I: [OCSS, Wilderness Adventures]: Backcountry oriented fun-filled weekend. Daily guided backcountry ski tours with at least low-intermediate skills. Daily guided snowshoe tours. Visit geological formations. Two persons-2 beds/private bath, microwave, fridge, indoor spa, close to shopping, night life, casual and fine dining, free shuttles. Includes Quality Inn lodging, continental breakfast, happy hour. Send 2 large sase or e mail address, carpool info, phones, $195 w/SC#/$210 non-member (OCSS) to Reserv: Carol Tucker, 3166 S. Sepulveda #14, Los Angeles, 90034., Ldr: Mark Mitchell. Asst: Mark Fleming. Snowshoe Leaders: George Denny, Pat Arredondo.
MAR 31-APR 1 SAT-SUN	IGLOO BUILDING/SNOW CAMPING
I: Learn to build igloos and other snow shelters for Snow camping. Ski or snowshoe in, build igloo, spend the night, build more shelters, travel out. Local mtn or Sierra depending on snow, winter travel and camping experience mandatory. Group size limited, send e-mail three weeks in advance or 2 SASE, H&W phone, experience, carpool info to Ldr: Virgil Talbott, 641 North Yale Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831. Asst: Gwen Sharp, Eva Eilenberg.