About the Powder Dogs
who we are and do
The Powder Dogs Ski and Snowboard Club is a non profit organization that provides trips and year round social activities for their members. The club was started in 2015 by Rick and Laurie, owners of the now closed Alpine Accessories. Members in the early years were Alpine Accessories customers who wanted a club closer to them in the NW suburbs of Chicago. The Powder Dogs are still the only ski and snowboard club in McHenry county.
Since 2015, the Powder Dogs membership has grown to what is now over 100 members. Powder Dogs members ages range from 4 - 80 and from singles to families. We have members that have met at a club and have become life long friends and spouses. When you join the Powder Dogs, you'll make new friends that share your passion for the slopes and you'll have some one of your ability level to ski with.
You'll also get group rates on trip packages arranged by the club. The club offers trips to many of your favorite destinations. Attending a Powder Dogs meeting allows you to get to know us and acquire info about our trips and activities. If you have a question and can't attend a meeting, browse this website, or send us an email at info@powderdogs.org.
MEETINGS
The Powder Dogs meet on the 3rd Tuesday of the month. Meetings are free to the public and you're welcome to bring a friend. Social hour begins at 6:30 pm where you can order off the menu to eat if you choose. The meeting starts promptly at 7:30 pm and lasts for 30 to 45 minutes. Many times there are a guest speaker at meetings talking about ski or snowboard topics. Past guest speakers have included patrollers, ski instructors, manufacturers reps, ski shop employees, foot doctors, and Chiropractors.
Typical Meeting Agenda
Hot ski and snowboard industry topics
Officers and chair people reports
Recap of past trips and events
Presentation of upcoming trips and events
Guest speaker
Where we meet
October through April we meet at:
Port Edward Restaurant
20 W Algonquin Rd. in Algonquin, IL 60102
(at the NE corner of Algonquin Rd (Rt 62) and Fox River)
The Powder Dogs meet in the back room at Port Edward
May through September we meet at a variety of places.
apres ski time
Jim, Jim and Rick after a day of skiing in Snowmass!
lunch break on the hill
Karen and Kelly enjoying lunch and the sun on our trip to Telluride Colorado in 2022
Powder Dogs Ski and Snowboard Race Team
Race with the Powder Dogs
Powder Dogs participate in the CMSC inter club race league. GS, slalom and snowboard race events which are typically held at Wilmot Mountain and other nearby resorts. The first race of the season is usually at Ski Brule the beginning of December. Our race chair person, Kelly, has won women's overall and many individual races each year. Need to know more? Contact us or attend a meeting.
Snapshots of Powder Dogs Racers
