How did you ring in the new year? Many people throw parties, make resolutions, or reorganize. St. Norbert College’s Ski and Snowboard Club took a different approach this year: skiing in Utah. The club’s annual ski trip took them out to Snowbird Mountain Lodge in Alta, Utah. Small trips out to local ski areas are custom for the group, as they go as often as the weather allows. A trip out West, however, was a treat for the skiers and snowboarders.
This trip was well-attended by both skiers and snowboarders alike. Those who went consisted of a co-ed group with first through fourth year students. How did they get all the way to Utah? They drove themselves! Sephorah Lofgren (‘27) stated that, “The drive brought many challenges, but definitely brought us closer together!” This was not an easy feat for the college students, ranging in experience and grade level, but everyone recounts it as a bonding experience.
One New Year’s Day, the crew left De Pere, and started the 22-hour drive to Snowbird. There were multiple vehicles along for the ride, most of which did not stop on the way - except for gas and food. After restless nights, driving in eight-hour shifts, our Green Knight skiers and snowboarders arrived at the beautiful Snowbird Lodge. Many members of the club noted that the view alone was worth the drive, but they were excited to experience the advanced terrain. Most of the people in the group have never been snowboarding or skiing outside of the Midwest before, so this 4-day vacation to the mountains truly was a treat.
The drive back started on January 8, and took much longer than expected because of a bad snowstorm. One vehicle took almost an hour just to get the ten miles down the mountain and could barely see further than their headlights. Despite the weather, and the distance, the entire group made it back successfully. Everyone had a great time, and they are already excited for next year’s trip.
Pictured Above from Left to Right: Luci M. ('26), Amber M. ('27), Sephorah L. ('27), Julia A. ('27) and Colleen G. ('26)