About the Powder Dogs
do you love to ski or snowboard?
Welcome to the Powder Dogs!
The Powder Dogs are a fun-loving club for skiers and snowboarders of all ages and abilities—from first-timers who are still figuring out which end of the ski goes downhill to seasoned racers who think “après-ski” is a competitive event. We get together to ski, snowboard, travel, socialize, and generally have a great time—on the slopes and off. Our adventures continue all year long, because apparently we don’t know when to stop having fun.
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 2005 by members 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. The membership has grown to over 100 members that have met 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.
As a Powder Dog member, you'll enjoy many club benefits like club and group discounts on trips to some of your favorite destinations, social events and gatherings, a chance to meet fun loving humans, and year round activities even when there is no snow. 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
