Canberra Alpine Club

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Our club

Established in 1934, the Canberra Alpine Club is known for its friendly atmosphere and club spirit.

Welcoming members of all ages and abilities, we’re much more than a winter sports club. 

Our two lodges give members and their guests the best of both worlds. Stay on the shores of Lake Jindabyne or directly on the slopes of Perisher and enjoy the beautiful Snowy Mountains all year round.

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Club History

The Canberra Alpine Club was formed in July 1934 at Kiandra, the birthplace of skiing in Australia.

With its first chalet built in 1938 at Mount Franklin, the objective of the club was to promote skiing and bushwalking and foster alpine conservation.

While our members now enjoy a wide range of activities, the club’s founding principles have stayed the same.

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John Gdowski and George Tacheci jumping at Mt Franklin, late 1940s or early 1950s.
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Useful links

perisher.com.au

One of the major ski resorts in NSW, and location of one of CAC’s lodges. Website includes snow and lift reports as well as other resort information.

thredbo.com.au

Another major NSW ski resort, that prides itself on being a year round resort. More snow reports and lift reports, plus other resort information.

snowatch.com.au

Want to know what the unofficial weather forecast is for the next fortnight? Is snow on the way? Check Froggie’s forecast, check the BOM forecast, and pick the one you like best…

bom.gov.au

Want to know what the official weather forecast is for the weekend? Is snow on the way? This is the place to check! Weather forecasts for other regions are also at this site.

snow.org.au

The national sports body that administers snow sports.

ausxc.com

All about XC skiing in Australia (and overseas news as well)

ski.com.au

Snow reports, travel information, resort guides; an all-round snow-sports web site.

perisherxcountry.org

A community group that supports all levels of XC skiers.

nationalparks.nsw.gov.au

The NPWS website includes information on all NSW National Parks including Kosciuszko, including news, events, and general information.

khuts.org

KHA works to maintain and restore historic huts in Kosciuszko, Namadgi and Brindabella National Parks. Lots of hut information for bushwalkers, skiers, and those interested in the history of the huts.