Welcome to the Lexington Ski and Sports Club website. Join a group of individuals who love skiing and snowboarding. Our group provides a great way to socialize with others who share the same passion for winter sports. We welcome all people to come and join us for a meeting to experience the fun discussing the trips offered to resorts in the US and overseas, as well as activities offered right here in Lexington.
Hike the historic trails at Camp Nelson National Monument. There are a total of about 5 miles of trails. Route options and distances are available for viewing the sites of former forts and a wooded section for seeing wildflowers. Visit the free museum, exhibits, and view a 17-minute film about the role Camp Nelson played during the Civil War. We will meet at 1:50pm in the Visitor Center parking lot. The Visitor Center is open until 5pm, but the park is open until sunset. Dogs on a leash are allowed on the trails in the park.
6614 Old Danville Road Loop 2, Nicholasville (parallel to US 27). Driving southbound on US 27, it is on the left before the cemetery entrance. For additional Camp Nelson information, call 859-881-5716. For event questions, contact Robin Jones at 859-948-2934.
Our next club meeting will be Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at Roosters! The social hour will begin at 6:00pm with the meeting to begin at 7:00 pm.
The April meeting was canceled due to storms, election night will be moved to the May membership meeting.
There will be a Kayak tour presentation, with a guest speaker from Green Waters Paddling. We are planning a half day kayak trip on the KY and Dix Rivers, date to be announced at the May 7th membership.
Look forward to seeing everyone at the meeting!
Location: Roosters, 124 Marketplace Dr., Lexington, KY
(Off Man of War, just west of Nicholasville Road)
Ride the Rails at Rail Explorers, Bluegrass Railroad Museum located at 175 Beasley Rd, Versailles, KY,
Join us for a new and unique adventure in the Bluegrass countryside under a canopy of trees. Please arrive no later than 3:45pm for a 4pm Rail departure. We have 10 spots reserved for the club. To secure your reservation, payment of $47 per person needs to be made on the club website no later than Tuesday May 28. Click on the Pay Now link below to make your payment and to reserve your spot. See their website http://www.railexplorers.net for details under FAQ's about dogs riding along. For event questions, contact Robin Jones at 859-948-2934.
Make your payment to reserve your spot:
The following is an excerpt from the Rail Explores website https://www.railexplorers.net
Built in 1888, this section of the Louisville Southern Railroad once carried passengers from Lawrenceburg to Versailles and Lexington. Now you can ride the rails through the picturesque Kentucky countryside with Rail Explorers. Passing the thoroughbred horse farms, you may see mares and foals in the fields before descending into deep cuts through the limestone hills. Bring a drink and snack to enjoy at the turnaround area on the cliffs above the Kentucky River gorge. Enjoy the view of the Wild Turkey Distillery and the 1,659 ft long Young's High Bridge soaring 283 ft above the river. All Explorers are fitted with the 'REX Propulsion System' - custom built electric motors that make the journey truly effortless.
Don't miss this month's newsletter! Lots of info is included regarding early ski pass discounts, upcoming spring and summer activities and our slate of officers to be elected at the upcoming April membership meeting.
See you Tuesday!