Activities: One-time guest pass

Summit Trekkers

Thursdays | July – September

The Trekkers do strenuous hikes (slightly slower than the Mountain Goats), usually 8-10 miles with 1,500-2000+ elevation gain. They hike mostly (not always) on trails. Formerly known as the “Trail Goats”, the group originated to provide an alternative to Mountain Goat hikes. For more information email Susan (Sue) Johnson at suesue.paris@gmail.com.

Summit Trekkers

Strength & Balance

Wednesdays from 9:30AM to 10:15AM

Reduce your risk of falling by performing agility exercises and placing positive stress on the bones, muscles, and cardiovascular system to keep them healthy and strong. Walk with more assurance and confidence. This is a fun class for all levels to improve your range of motion and ability to move your body quickly, easily, and with control & balance.

Turtles & Snails

Thursdays | Year Round

The “Turtles” hike all year round on Thursday mornings. We switch to snowshoes and yaktrax in winter, rec paths during mud season and easy hikes all summer. Our hikes are usually 3 to 5 miles. Sometimes we have some “Snails” who hike at a slower pace and not as far. We want our group to be accessible to all so come and enjoy our beautiful mountains.

To be added to the Turtles and Snails hike distribution list email Pat Kopystianskyj (pkopysti@comcast.net)

Timberline Toppers Square Dance Club

Select Saturdays, usually at 6PM

A fun activity of moving with a partner, in patterns as directed by the professional “caller”. For those without a partner, the Club welcomes singles and they enjoy dancing with several other singles. Square Dance is good exercise that is mentally challenging without fancy footwork. Most dances are at the Senior & Community Center.

Mainstream and Plus dances 1st and 3rd Saturdays. Lessons start in January with an introduction to Square Dance Party January 10, 2023. To view the Timberline Toppers calendar, please visit our website. For more details, please call 970-390-1604 or email Timberline@davebittner.com.

Fiber Art Club

Every Friday, 2-4 p.m.
1st & 3rd in person at SCCSC
2nd & 4th – Zoom

We knit, crochet, spin, needle point, hand work/sew, and weave. We welcome other forms of Fiber Arts. We enjoy the creativity everyone brings to the group. We learn from each other and increase our creativity.  For more details, please call Pat Larson at 970-390-4599 or email patmlarson@msn.com.

Cards & Games

Every Thursday, 1-4 PM

We are a fluid group that comes together to play cards or games.  We usually meet in the hobby room of the Community Center.  We play weekly, normally year round, as folks are in town.   All Summit 50 Plus members can join us.  We furnish cards, games we can pull out, and visit a lot. We enjoy our time together, win or lose.  Bring yourself, your jokes, your laugh and join us.  For more details, please call Linda McKinley at 970-389-3212 or email rmckinley@sprynet.com

Happy Hour Book Club

Second Wednesday of the month, 4:30 p.m.

The Happy Hour Book Club meets monthly, for one hour, to discuss a book that has been chosen by the group. We select our books in November for the following year. There is always a mix of fiction and non-fiction. Our discussions are casual and everyone is encouraged to participate.  For more details, please contact Irene Hayes by email at ireneandgordon1@comcast.net or Hollis Shumway by email at hollis53@gmail.com

2023-24 Book Club Schedule

December 13, 2023:   THE MOON IS DOWN by John Steinbeck (fiction)

 

January 19, 2024: LESSONS IN CHEMISTRY by Bonnie Garmus (fiction)
Suggested by Kathie Ballah

 

February 14, 2024: LOOKING FOR JANE by Heather Marshall (fiction, inspired by true stories)
Suggested by Jane Johnston

 

March 13, 2024: SHADOW DIVERS by Robert Kurson (non-fiction)
Suggested by Jane Johnston

 

April 10, 2024: HE SUN DOES SHINE by Anthony Ray Hinton (non-fiction)
Suggested by Lynn Amstuz & Jan Goodwin

 

May 8, 2024: CARNEGIE’S MAID by Marie Benedict (historical fiction)
Suggested by Michal Stefanacci

 

June 12, 2024: THE EMERALD MILE by Kevin Fedarko (non-fiction)
Suggested by Deirdre Cebry

 

July 10, 2024: HELLO BEAUTIFUL by Ann Napolitano (fiction)
Suggested by Deirdre Cebry

 

August 14, 2024: FEVER IN THE HEARTLAND: THE KKK’S PLOT TO TAKE OVER AMERICA by Timothy Egan (non-fiction)
Suggested by Lynn Amstuz

 

September 11, 2024: THE DIAMOND EYE by Kate Quinn (historical fiction)
Suggested by Sharon Copper

 

October 9, 2024: THE ART THIEF by Michael Finkel (non-fiction)
Suggested by Kathie Ballah

 

November 13, 2024: THE COVENANT OF WATER by Abraham Verghese (historical fiction)
Suggested by Irene Hayes & Michal Stefanacci

 

December 11, 2024: THE GOOD EARTH by Pearl S. Buck (fiction)
Suggested by Nancy Hines

Summit Annual Rummage Sale

Every August

AUGUST 7 – 13, 2023

The Summit Annual Rummage Sale is sponsored by Summit 50 Plus.

Let’s get ready to RUMMAGE!!

Lots of volunteers are needed for the RUMMAGE SALE.

Help is needed from August 7 – 13th in preparation, working the sale.

We are also in need of area co-coordinators. 

Click here for list of items that can be donated, more information on the RUMMAGE SALE, or to volunteer.  Please call Brenda at 815-258-5843 or email BHAlberico@gmail.com for more information,

The proceeds from this sale greatly assist with nonprofits and organizations in Summit County. 

Summit Older Bushwhackers (SOBs)

Tuesdays, 8:30 AM  | June – Mid October

Summit Older Bushwhackers (SOBs) do intermediate backcountry trail hikes on Tuesdays, mostly in Summit County. These typically range from 4 – 7 miles and with 400 – 1500 ft of elevation gain. They are led by volunteer trip leaders, usually a different leader each week. We meet from June through mid October, weather permitting. We usually leave the car-pool location at 8:30 and are back between 12 and (rarely) 2 pm.  For more information, call Jim Fleshman at 281-507-1059 or email rjftex@gmail.com.

View the SOBs Schedule

Preliminary Monthly Schedules 2023

 

DateHikeCarpoolMiles / VertLeader
June 6Arctic PlacerTarget4m / 700 ftRuth Haley
970-262-7749
June 13Acorn Creek LoopTarget5 m / 1000 ftElaine P.
970-389-0379
June 20Ophir MountainFrisco BT6 m / 1000 ftLinda Boyd
719-332-0841
June 27Angler MountainTarget5 m / 1200 ftKen Raggio
214-498-9734
July 4No Hike
July 11Black Powder PassIce Rink3m / 700 ftJim Fleshman
281-507-1059
July 18Mayflower GulchFrisco BT6 m / 1400 ftJane Johnston
303-501-9956
July 25Wheeler LakesCC7m / 1400 ftRuth Haley
970-262-7749
Aug 1Corral CreekFrisco BTLaterGreg Horne
970-426-6353
Aug 8Hoosier Pass WestIce Rink4m / 600 ftJim Fleshman
281-507-1059
Aug 15North Ten MileFrisco BT5m / 1500 ftAlan Waxman
Aug 22Horseshoe GulchFrisco BT5m / 800 ftBob Hartley
Aug 29Mayflower Gulch LoopFrisco BT6m / 1000 ftLater
Sept 5Angler MountainTarget5m / 1400 ftLater
Sept 12Upper Straight CreekFrisco BT5m / 1400 ftLater
Sept 19Wilder GulchFrisco BT7 m / 1200 ftLater
Sept 26Salt Lick AspensSLLaterNeed Leader

Notes on Carpool Locations:

  • Target – Northeast corner of parking lot
  • Frisco BT – Frisco Bus Transfer lot behind the Safeway
  • Ice Rink – East (far) end of Breck Ice Rink parking lot
  • CC – Copper Conoco station. Park in the dirt lot South of the Conoco
  • SL – Lower Salt Lick parking lot and trailhead

Tai Chi

Canceled indefinitely

Evidence has shown Dr. Paul Lam’s Tai Chi for Arthritis program helps prevent falls and improves health and the quality of life for older adults. Tai chi movements appear gentle and graceful, but they contain much power and internal strength. This is an excellent opportunity to come and learn more about this exercise. Facilitator Kim Greene will review the basic principles of tai chi and provide a demonstration of its fundamental forms.

Quilting & Sewing

Every fourth Monday (except December), 5:30 PM

We are a group of people who like to work with fabric—quilting or otherwise. Persons with any skill level are welcome to join our group to learn and share ideas. The meetings are informal. Some people do handwork during the meetings; Group sewing retreats are scheduled several times per year.  Please bring your own project and material to work on. For details, contact Sharon Maroni at matravlr@gmail.com.

Yoga

Mondays & Fridays, 10:00AM – 11:15AM

Melinda’s yoga classes vary depending on who shows up and what their experience is, and what their expectations are for the day. It is truly a community-centered offering!

Typically, one can expect the practice to include  breathing, moving in coordination with breathing, balancing, strengthening and stretching. The classes begin and end with mindfulness and intention and the students “tune in” with mantras and close with a song. Melinda teaches from her experiences with Kundalini, Hatha, Vinyasa, and Yin yoga, and offers and encourages modifications and even chair yoga.

All levels are welcome. Most people leave a $5 contribution for the instructor as she is not paid. Mats are available.

Summit Community Cafe Lunch

Every Tuesday & Thursday, 12:30 p.m.

Meal reservations are required by 9 a.m. the day of the meal. Reservations may be made by clicking on the link below or by calling the SCCSC Front Desk at (970) 668-2940. Please note that we do not call back to confirm your reservation. Lunches are $8.00, payable by cash or check. Checks should be made payable to SCG. Menus are subject to change.

Sign up for an Upcoming Lunch

GALS Group

First Wednesday of the month at 4:00PM

This is a women’s  social group, open to all women that are members of Summit 50 Plus.  GALS usually meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 4PM at a restaurant or a member’s home. Participants bring an appetizer to share and a beverage of their choice if meeting at a private home. These gatherings provide an opportunity to meet  new friends, exchange ideas and the potential for planning future shared experiences.  Contact either Bev Muraski at 937-307-9914 or Carole Woodbury at 303-437-5622, the GALS co-chairs, for up to date information.

Bridge

Summit 50 Plus offers a number of bridge groups for all levels during a range of days and times. Browse the list below to find the right game for you or view all bridge groups on the calendar.

Never-Ever Bridge Classes

Wednesdays, January 10, 24 & 31, 2024 from 3-5 PM

HAVE FUN AND LEARN WHAT BRIDGE IS ABOUT FROM ONE OF THE TOP TEACHING CLUBS IN NORTH AMERICA!

 

Never played bridge before but have an interest in exploring the game? Always heard it was too hard to learn? Don’t know how to start? We make learning fun and easy!

 

Join our “Never-Ever” classes on Wednesday January 10, 24 & 31 at the Community Center in Frisco. The classes will run from 3-5 PM.

 

You will play card games to reinforce the lesson while laying a foundation to play bridge. You will play basic games on Day 1! All lessons are taught by local Master Players. The instruction is paced for those who have NEVER played bridge or even played card games before! Those with experience should wait until our Bunny Slope or Green Slope lessons begin. Watch the Summit 50Plus website and the Summit Daily events calendar for additional information.

 

The cost for the course is only $10 to allow you to have a fun “test” drive! Once you have finished this course you will be ready for the next step, our Bunny Slope classes! Come meet new friends and neighbors, have fun and form a love for an international game! Questions or want to register? Contact Chris Dorton (christopher.dorton@gmail.com or 970-363-9580).

Novice Bridge

1st and 3rd Wednesdays, 12:45 p.m.

Limited to players with up to 199 master points. You must come with a partner. For partners, call Howard Brown at (970) 468-2313.

 

Cost: $4/person

 

Preceded by a mini lesson at 12:20, no cost

 

Contact Chris Dorton (christopher.dorton@gmail.com or 970 363 9580) to let him know you plan to attend or with questions.

Party Bridge

Every Thursday, 12:45 p.m.

Cost: Free

ACBL Duplicate Bridge

Every Monday & Friday, 12:45 p.m. Open to all levels of bridge players

Contact Brenda Alberico (bhalberico@gmail.com or 815 258 5843). You must come with a partner.  For partners, call Howard Brown at (970) 468-2313.

Cost: $4/person

Canine Companions

Wednesdays | May – October, meeting times vary by month

Moderate Wednesday hikes at a leisurely pace, with furry friends welcome — Those unfortunate to not be owned by a dog are also welcome. The group’s meeting times and carpool locations vary over the summer. So, call Howard Brown at 970-468-2313 or email brown.howard2@gmail.com to get on their email list. Plan to bring leashes, lunch and good rain gear.

View the 2023 Schedule for Canine Companions

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October 2023
(9:30AM to carpool)

  • October 4 — McCullough Gulch — Howard 970-468-2313
  • October 11 — Little French Gulch — Howard 970-468-2313
  • October 18 — TBD
  • October 25 — Ptarmigan Lookout – Mary Bell  330-692-6599

Mountain Goats

Wednesdays | Mid May – September

The Mountain Goats are Summit 50+’s most challenging hiking group. Our mid-season hikes are typically 8-12+ miles with 3000-4000+’ elevation gain. They usually contain a significant off-trail component with some Class 2+ scrambling, moving at a brisk pace. Our members make our hikes a priority in their summer plans because they love hiking, and they love hiking with our group. We hike every Wednesday from mid-May through the end of September. If this sounds like what you are up for doing on a regular basis with a group, please email summitmountaingoats@gmail.com for further information and a possible try-out hike.

Mountain Goats Photo

Loosey Goosey

Thursdays, 3:30-5 :30p.m. | January– March, and 1 Thursday in December

Learn More About Loosey Goosey

Thanks for your interest in the Loosey Goosey Ski Group, our Après Ski potlucks and Summit 50 Plus.

 

Established in 1989, we are a loosely (Loosey Goosey) structured group of fun and active folks 50 years old and over who ski and ride together on specified days at local resorts and enjoy gathering at weekly socials during the season.

 

Our group, with a membership of over 200 local and visiting 50+ skiers, coordinates popular potluck après ski parties on most Thursdays, from 4 to 6, December through March at the Summit Community Center in Frisco. We are now part of Summit 50 Plus, a non profit organization, that is the social organization connected to the Center.

 

Our members participate in many local ski day programs including the Meetup 50+ Ski Group at Breckenridge on Tuesdays and at Keystone on Thursdays. When you attend our après ski parties you will always hear about other members joining up to travel to Loveland, A-Basin, Copper, Vail, Beaver Creek, Steamboat, Cooper and other resorts near and far.

 

Our nominal, but critical, annual membership fee this year of $15 helps cover the costs of weekly room rental fees, serving supplies, some beverages, and our annual membership party which is held in January. Members also receive our emailed announcements and updates, and a membership directory. All members must also belong to the Summit 50 Plus at an annual fee of $20.

 

Below is a link to the Summit 50 Plus online Membership signup, or to download an application which can be mailed. You can also join at the Summit County Community Center.

 

Online registration: https://summit50plus.org/membership/

 

For the 2022-2023 Après Ski Season, our members bring an appetizer, or beverages (wine/beer/soda) to share and meet at the Summit County Community Center on Thursday December 15 from 4:00 to 6:00 and from January 5, 2023 until March 30, 2023 every Thursday from 4:00 to 6:00.

Sign Up for Loosey Goosey Annual Party

Cross Country Skiing Group

Wednesdays | December 13, 2023 – March 27, 2024

Cross country skiing with designated leader, info provided for trail difficulty, distance, and elevation gain. Easy-moderate & a couple of upper level backcountry trails on Wednesdays.  The meeting time for carpooling (recommended) to the trailhead is always 9:30 AM.  A weekly email is sent out with tour details.  Roundtrip distances are usually 3-6 miles with an elevation gain of roughly 300-800 feet. Outings are suitable for all levels of skiers who have mastered snowplow and herringbone skills. You will need backcountry skis with metal edges and fish scales, or know how to wax and/or bring skins.  After some outings, a volunteer host will provide light appetizers, hearty soups, dessert and beverages in her home (a $10 donation is recommended). Contact the host by Monday noon for a reservation and headcount, as all lunches are limited in number and skiers are the priority. This year we are fortunate to have eight hostesses and seven restaurants lined up. We also have a few new trails this year and our awesome leaders are all coming back to help out.

For more information contact Joyce Bearse at (508-280-4910) or joyce@joycebearse.com

View the XC Ski Group Schedule

DateTourCarpoolDescriptionMiles/VertLeaderLuncheon
Dec. 13Salli BarberCMCBOut & back easy2.8mi/398 ftBarbara Noonan
973-896-7119
Ben & Karen Little
716-425-2112
($15.00 kick-off luncheon)
Dec. 20Mayflower GulchFWMSOut & back with options4mi/765ftAlan Waxman
505-331-0619
Camp Hale Restaurant
184 Copper Circle, Copper
Jan. 3Turks/B&B TrailsCMCBLollipop trail moderate with some options for side trips3.2mi /400 ftCharlotte Clarke
970-376-5153
Windy City Pub
Breckenridge
City Market shopping center
Jan. 10Peru Creek
SMROut & back with options7mi/400ftJane Johnston
303-238-4732
Linda Boyd
719-332-0841
Jan. 17Gold Run GulchGHTLoop, moderate3.5mi/ 541ftJim Fleshman
281-899-6360
Lynne Knott
816-898-3554
Jan. 24Mesa Cortina/Royal
Buffalo Trail
TAROut & back moderate1.4 (or 4.3mi)/450 ftHoward Brown
970-468-2313
Howard Brown
970-468-2313
Jan. 31Windy PointSMROut & back moderate1.5mi/200 ftLarry Moskowitz
mosk5@comcast.net
Charlotte Clarke
970-376-5153
Feb. 7Rock Creek
TAROut & back
easy
5 mi/900ftEric Erslev
970-231-2651
Bluebird Market
325 Blue River Pkwy, Silverthorne
Feb. 14Saints John TrailSMROut & back
hard
Alan Waxman
505-331-0619
Steep Brewing & Coffee
Keystone
Feb. 21Soda Creek Loop
FSALoop
moderate
4.5mi/300ftLarry Moskowitz
mosk5@comcast.net
Larry & Daria Moskowitz
daria22@comcast.net
Feb. 28Deer Creek
SMROut & back
moderate
4mi/900ftJohn Crumlin
719-310-1784
Haywood Café
Keystone
Mar. 6Miner’s Creek & Peaks TrailFSALoop, moderate3mi/300ft or 8.5mi/995ftBen Little
716-481-4280
Nina Holmquist
414-840-1288
Mar. 13Bakerville to Loveland ValleyFWMSOut & back
moderate
9.8mi w/options/1128ftBarbara Noonan
973-896-7119
Loveland Ski Lodge
Mar. 20Placer/WaldenTAROut & back3.2mi/433ftJohn Crumlin
719-310-1784
Snarf’s Sandwich Shop
Mar. 27BemroseBIRLoop, moderate3mi/500ftHoward Brown
970-468-2313
TBD

*Locations for carpooling:

BIR: Breck Ice Rink-east end of parking lot furthest away from building.

CMCB: Colorado Mountain College Breckenridge -SW corner of parking lot, furthest from building.

FSA: Frisco Safeway -NE corner of parking lot by gas station.

FWMS: Frisco West Main St. -west end of Main Street Kayak parking lot.

GHT: Gold Hill Trailhead -parking lot on highway 9 across from Tiger Road.

SCSC: Frisco Community Center -west end of parking lot by Peak One Blvd.

TAR: Target, Silverthorne -NE corner of parking lot furthest away from building.

SMR: Town Lot where Swan Mountain Road meets Route 6