Get ready for a fantastic night at Sugar Creek Brewing on Monday, May 12th! Connect with fellow ski and snowboard lovers over great drinks and find out where we're headed next season. We'll also announce who won cash prizes in our Trip Photo & Video Contest! 

Members and guests are always welcome, so bring a friend (or several). You can attend one or both events. 

• Happy Hour: We’ll start the evening at 5:30 PM with adult beverages and socializing.
   
  
• Club Meeting: The meeting kicks off at 6:30 PM. There will be light appetizers and a cash bar. 

Parking: Park your car in the paid lot and come inside to grab one of our prepaid parking passes to put on your dash. There are also signs in the bar area with a QR code to register your vehicle with free parking as a brewery patron.  

Event Leader: Contact Jace Gates with any questions at 704-609-2379.

Get ready for an unforgettable weekend in the scenic Virginia Highlands! On Saturday, May 17, we’ll bike the beautiful Virginia Creeper Trail from Abingdon to Damascus, then relax with drinks at Appalachian Heritage Distillery & Brewery, followed by dinner at a local eatery.

On Sunday, May 18, we’ll explore Grayson Highlands State Park on a hike that connects to the Appalachian Trail—with a chance to spot the park’s famous wild ponies!

It's also the Appalachian Trail Days Festival Weekend with plenty of vendors, live music, and events to enjoy. You can join us for one or both days but must register in advance. 

Member Status & Registration

An active club membership and RSVP is required to attend these events. Members may bring one guest each. Provide their name and contact information (including an emergency contact) when you register. 

Click here to join or renew your membership.

Registration Deadline: Click the blue "Register" button at the top of this page and complete the short form by Thursday, May 15th. Registration closes on Friday, May 16th.  

Saturday Biking Details

Meeting Location: Blue Blaze Bike & Shuttle - 226 West Laurel Avenue Damascus, VA 24236

How to Find Us: ARRIVE PROMPTLY AT 10:00 AM to check in at Blue Blaze. Look for our event leaders in club t-shirts with a snowflake QR code on the back. The shuttle leaves at 10:30 AM and takes about 35 minutes to reach Abingdon. We cannot wait for late arrivals. 

Blue Blaze Bike & Shuttle Service: Bring your own bike and safety gear or you can rent a bike from Blue Blaze Bike & Shuttle. DO NOT WAIT TO RESERVE YOUR BLUE BLAZE BIKE AND/OR SHUTTLE SERVICE because they they often sell out (especially e-bikes). Call 800-475-5095 to reserve your bike and/or shuttle service. Be sure to tell them you are with the Charlotte Ski and Snowboard group.

Cost: Blue Blaze charges $39 for an adult/teen bike rental and roundtrip shuttle service (ages 13 and up) and $35 for children (ages 12 and under). An e-bike rental plus shuttle is $65. If you are bringing your own bike and only need shuttle service, it's $24 for adults/teens (age 13 and up) and $20 for children (ages 12 and under). Plan to pay for your drink(s) and dinner, too. 

Biking Distance: 16 miles

Dinner Location: TBD by group consensus

Other Things to Bring: We will be on the trail for about five hours, so pack lunch, snacks, water, and sunscreen.

Sunday Hiking Details

Meeting Location: Massey Gap Parking at Grayson Highlands State Park - 829 Grayson Highlands Ln, Mouth of Wilson, VA 24236

How to Find Us: ARRIVE PROMPTLY AT 9:30 AM as parking is limited. Look for our event leaders in club t-shirts with a snowflake QR code on the back. 

Cost: Parking is $10 per car. Plan to pay for your drink(s) and dinner, too.

Hiking Distance: TBD by the group consensus

Other Things to Bring: Pack a snacks, lunch, water, and sunscreen.

Lodging

Arrange your own lodging if you are joining us for both days. There are multiple campgrounds in the vicinity, including Beartree Recreation Area. You can also stay in the beautiful town of Abingdon or choose a bed & breakfast in Damascus. 

Policies

Age & Health Policies: Children 17 and under are welcome to attend with a parent or legal guardian. Everyone must be able to comfortably bike the 16-mile trek and hike. If you have any health problems at all, please include these on your registration form. There is no cell coverage on most of the Virginia Creeper Trail, but park staff patrol the trail. 

Weather Policy: We may have to cancel with short notice if the weather doesn’t cooperate. Registrants will be notified via email 24-48 hours before the event if the forecast calls for rain or storms. 

Cancellation Policy: If your plans change after you register, log in to the Member Portal and cancel your registration so we know not to expect you. If you reserved a bike/shuttle service, call Blue Blaze at 800-475-5095 ASAP so someone else can book your spot.

Event Leader Contact Info

If you have any questions, contact Alisa Weber at (704) 685-0780.

Join us for a Vive La France Wine Tasting on Friday evening, June 6th at Total Wine & More, where we’ll take a delicious journey through France’s most renowned wine regions.

Cheese and crackers are included, and additional snacks are available for purchase. You can also enjoy dinner before or after the tasting at one of the restaurants in Rivergate Plaza. 

Registration Required: Availability is limited, so you must RSVP by Thursday, June 4th. Click the blue register button on this page and follow the prompts. 

Guest Policy: Club members may bring one guest each. When registering, include your guest’s name, email address, phone number, and emergency contact information. 

How to Find Us: Look for the walled off wine tasting room in the back left corner. David will be wearing a dark blue club t-shirt with a large snowflake QR code on the back.

Cost: $20 paid directly to Total Wine & More at the time of the event.

Age Restriction: All participants must be at least 21 years old.

Event Leader: Please contact David Stoner at 704-604-5202 with any questions.

Weather Policy: The wine tasting will be held rain or shine.

Event Cancellation: If we have to cancel, registrants will be notified via email with at least 24 hours notice. 

Join us for a kayaking adventure on Saturday, June 7th at Landsford Canal State Park, where the Catawba River transforms into a sea of white Rocky Shoals Spider Lilies.

This natural spectacle, visible only from mid-May to mid-June, offers a unique paddling experience through the world’s largest known stand of these stunning flowers. After our paddle, we’ll head back toward Charlotte and decide on a local spot for dinner.

Member Status & Registration

An active club membership and RSVP is required to attend this event. Members may bring one guest each. Provide their name and contact information (including an emergency contact) when you register. 

Click here to join or renew your membership.

Registration Deadline: Click the blue "Register" button at the top of this page and complete the short form by Thursday, June 5th. Registration closes on Friday, June 6th.  

How to Find Us

Meet us in the parking lot at 2 PM. Look for a ski pole with our club banner.

What to Bring

Bring water, sunscreen, a hat, and snacks. PFDs and a whistle are required by South Carolina. Landsford Canal State Park does not offer on-site kayak rentals, so bring your own short kayak or canoe. You may want a change of clothes for the ride home, water shoes, and a dry bag for your phone, too. 

Park Admission Fees
Adults (16 years or older): $6
Children: $3.50
South Carolina Seniors (with valid SC license): $3.75 

Age & Health Restrictions

All participants must be at least 14 years old. A parent or guardian must accompany children ages 14 to 17.  

You must be able to comfortably kayak and navigate rocky shoals. We expect to paddle at a leisurely pace for two to three hours. Let the event leader know if you have any specific health needs. 

Weather Permitting

Our paddle may be canceled if the weather forecast predicts rain or storms. If we have to cancel, you will be notified via email or text within 24-72 hours of the event. 

Event Leader

Call or text Alisa at 704-685-0780 with any questions.