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April 2026 Newsletter

Warm weather got you thinking of Summer?

Duneland Ski Club have planned an outing to
pick-your-own delicious blueberries
followed by a Family Picnic!
Stay tuned for more information!

Check out the Facebook page of the Duneland Ski Club!

DSC on Facebook

Celebrate a successful 2025-26 year for DSC!

We will celebrate with a Dine Around on Monday, May 18, 2026! Instead of our regular monthly meeting, we will gather at Gelsosomo‘s Pizzeria, 11319 Broadway in Crown Point, from 6:30 to 9:00 PM.

For this Dine Around, we will enjoy an all-inclusive buffet of pizza, salad, soft drinks for $20 per person. A selection of wine and beer will be available at a cash bar. Unlike other Dine Arounds, attendees will be required to register in advance. Each member may register one non-member guest.

Register online through the link below, or RSVP by text to Mary Golding at 219-796-7011. Payment for this event must be made in advance, no later than May 6 - no walk-ups can be accommodated.

DSC Year-End Celebration!

Payments can be made by check mailed to:

Mary Golding

1104 Flagstone Drive

Dyer, IN 46311

Alternatively, payment can be made by Zelle to Duneland Ski Club, Inc. and email treasurer@skiduneland.com.

Weekly DSC Bike Rides return May 6!

Join us for a 10-mile bike ride on the Prairie Duneland Trail. Bike at your own pace, walk, jog, or rollerblade. We meet at Countryside Park North, just north of Route 6 (opposite Wilshire Drive) in Portage. We follow the good exercise with a casual dinner or drink at various local restaurants.

Bike, Hike, or Blade! Starting time is 6:00 PM. Call Charlie Cleek at 219-395-6666 for information or RSVP.

Our annual National Wild & Scenic Pine River canoe/kayak/camping trip is set for July 10-12, 2026.

A great summer tradition - we float the beautiful Pine River through the Manistee National Forest, and the river is different every year!

Get ready for two nights of camping, delicious catered meals Saturday and Sunday included, and even a packed lunch for the day on the river! You are responsible for checking in on Friday afternoon and paying for your two nights of camping. Bring your own tent or RV. Let the office know you are with the DSC on lots 14, 15 & 16 when checking in. Dinner will not be provided Friday as everyone will be arriving at separate times. Saturday, we'll have breakfast and then load up for the day on the river. Options are Canoe (holds 2) or Kayak (ride on top, holds 1).

Register Now! DSC Annual Camping Canoe Trip 2026

Historic Bailly Homestead

We've got a Guest Host for our History Hike on May 20!

Our own Jack Anderson is a lifelong resident of this area and can give us unique insights on the history of his neighborhood!

The Indiana Dune National Park includes many historic structures that have been preserved for the public to enjoy. Learn the stories behind several of the buildings and a family cemetery on a History Hike in the Indiana Dunes National Park. Meet at the Chellberg Farm parking lot (618 North Mineral Springs Road in Porter) at 9:30 AM on Wednesday, May 20. This is part of the Indiana Dunes National Park, so parking permits are required.

Please arrive on time, because we will carpool to the limited parking available near Jack's house. Jack will guide us around the Swedish Chapel and adjacent graveyard. Some of the earliest settlers in the Indiana Dunes are buried there. Then we will return to the Chellberg lot and hike to the Bailly Homestead, Goodfellows Camp, Bailly Cemetery, and Chellberg Farm.

Check the weather forecast, wear appropriate clothing and durable shoes, and bring your own water. The hiking is easy, with some stairs. Clean indoor toilets are located near the parking lot.

The Chellberg Farm

GARY SOUTHSHORE RAILCATS

FRIDAY JUNE 19, 2026

Ready for a night packed with Baseball, Friends and Fun?!

Friday June 19, 2026, the Gary SouthShore RailCats will face off against the Fargo-Morehead RedHawks. The game starts at 6:45pm and the gates open at 5:45pm, located on the west side of the Stadium. Parking is available on the east side of the Stadium.

We’re back in the Suites!!! There will be a stadium style buffet from 5:45pm-7:15pm.

In addition to a great baseball game, the crowd has a chance to partake in fun activities such as The Chicken Dance, T-Shirt toss, a Ball Toss, and wonderful fireworks show to enjoy before heading home.

Tickets are $50.00 per person; limited tickets are available. Tickets are on sale now! Gary Southshore Railcats Game

The 2026 Ski Season has been great for Duneland Ski Club!
Get a jump on these great trips in 2027!

Sun Valley, Idaho, is a "bucket list" destination!
Registration and deposits are open NOW!

Base package includes:

* Airfare on United Airlines (RT O'Hare - Sun Valley) - ONLY 29 direct flight seats available (WAIT LIST must arrangement own transportation)
* Bus transfers (RT Sun Valley Airport - Lodging)
* 7 nights lodging at Sun Valley Lodge Apartments - LIMITED single accommodations (first come-first choice)

See the Trip Flyer for further information and links to Sun Valley amenities.

2027 Sun Valley Deposit Flyer

Online registration and payment of the deposit (refundable until June 30, 2026) will secure your spot on this trip. Full package pricing will be published after the airfare rates and schedule are confirmed.

Register Now!

CMSC Chicago Week is always a blast!
For 2027, DSC has booked spots for a favorite destination: Big Sky Montana!

Registration and deposits are open NOW!

Base package includes airfare (RT from O'Hare), bus transfers (RT Bozeman Airport - Lodging), and 7 nights lodging at Big Sky. See the Trip Flyer for further information and links to Big Sky amenities.

CMSC Big Sky 2027

Online registration and payment of the deposit (refundable before June 30, 2026) will secure your spot on this trip. Full package pricing will be published after the airfare rates and schedule are confirmed.

This trip will sell out fast! Reserve your spot NOW! CMSC Chicago Week 2027 - Big Sky

Duneland Ski Club is active all year round!
See what's coming next in our monthly newsletter or the menus above!

Duneland Ski Club and the Chicago Nomads enjoyed a great joint trip to Taos, New Mexico, in February 2025. Check out other great trip memories in the "Trips & Events" tab in the Main Menu at the top of this Home Page!

Our membership in the Chicago Metropolitan Ski Council facilitates sharing activities with other clubs throughout the Midwest. Check out the CMSC website at www.skicmsc.com for more information.

The 2026 Western Trip took Duneland to Schweitzer Mountain in northern Idaho. Spring skiing conditions did not slow down the fun!

Registration is not open for the 2027 DSC Western Trip to Sun Valley, Idaho!

Living in the Indiana Dunes provides DSC opportunities for unique hiking experiences. NPS Ranger Bill provided fascinating insights about ecosystem and history of the Pinhook Bog.

Check out other great activities in the "Hikes & Bikes" tab in the Main Menu above.

Welcome to Duneland Ski Club

For over 75 years, we have been Northwest Indiana’s premier club for ski and snowboard enthusiasts of all skill levels! Founded on a passion for adventure and a love for winter sports, our club offers exciting trips, social events, and year-round activities tailored to bring together the local skiing and snowboarding community. Whether you’re a seasoned skier or new to the slopes, Duneland Ski Club provides opportunities to meet fellow outdoor lovers, participate in group trips to renowned ski resorts and enjoy a variety of social gatherings. Join us and experience the thrill of winter sports while making lifelong friends along the way!

We would like to meet you! Check out our Calendar for Meetings and Events!

Our next Dine Around will be the End-of-Year Celebration on May 18 at Gelsosomo's Pizzeria in Crown Point. No General Meeting in May.
The next Duneland Ski Club General Meeting will be at 7:30 PM on June 15, 2026 at the Gary Sportsmen Club, 10101 Madison Street, Crown Point, IN 46307.
We have regular social events that are open to everyone, including Dine-Around Dinners, bike rides, and hikes. More information in our Newsletter.
Special events include the Pine River Camping/Canoeing Trip, a Railcats Baseball game, Holiday Concert, Pool Party, Chili Cookoff, and a Blueberry Picking/Family Picnic.

How's this for planning ahead?

CMSC is going to:

Big Sky for Chicago Week
February 27 to March 6, 2027

Copper Mountain for Spring Fling
April 4-9, 2027

Steamboat for Chicago Week
February 26 to March 4, 2028

for more information on these trips
check out your latest DSC Newsletter!

Join us for our next General Meeting on Monday, June 15. We will meet at the Gary Sportsmen Club at 7:30 PM.

Yes! DSC is going to Sun Valley
in 2027!

Here's the flyer: 2027 Sun Valley Deposit Flyer

And here is where you can reserve your spot:
DSC Western Trip - Sun Valley

Why Join Our Ski Club?

Our Club arranges trips each winter to snow-packed resorts near and far.
Past trips include: Taos, Breckenridge, Steamboat, Park City, Whistler, Aspen-Snowmass.
Have fun participating in many year-round social activities like Dine Arounds, bike rides, canoe and camping trips, hikes, baseball games, pool parties, chili cookoffs, and more.
Ski Clinics: Low cost ski clinics are available through association with ski resorts.
Bus trips and drive-ups to Midwest ski destinations.
Access to Western and International ski trips through CMSC.