Recreation Center Use Policy

Summer 2011

 

  • All members MUST have their KCA Card with them in order to use the Recreation Center and sign in prior to use
  • Kirkwood Lodging Guests must present their key and sign in order to use the Recreation Center
  • Children under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult
  • Children under the age of 15 may not use the exercise equipment
  • All guests must be accompanied by a KCA Member and signed in as guests
  • If guests are staying in a KCA Members unit, the member MUST call or email the KCA Office and give the names of the guests and dates they are staying in the unit to the office or the guest will be required to pay a day use fee
  • If people are renting a KCA Unit there is a day use fee $10/person, $25/family (3-5 people) and an additional $5/person for larger families, unless the KCA Member contacts the KCA Office and makes prior arrangements for the renters

 

If there are any questions or concerns please contact the KCA Office 209-258-7260 or email at kca_admin@volcano.net.

 

Bud Klein, Kirkwood's Founder Has Passed Away

The management and ownership of Kirkwood Mountain Resort are deeply saddened by the passing of Bud Klein, Kirkwood's Founder, Patriarch and Visionary.  Bud lost his battle with cancer on May 5, 2011.

It was Bud's pioneering spirit, entrepreneurial vigor and tireless energy in  the early 1970s that converted a remote wilderness outpost at the pinnacle of the Sierra into one of North America's most legendary ski mountains. Bud saw opportunity where others saw challenges - developing not only the resort, but all the roads and infrastructure that would become our community. While Kirkwood was only one of Bud's many bold investments, we know it held a special place in his heart.

Bud's passion for Kirkwood cannot be replaced and his support for this community will be missed. Over the past several years Bud has encouraged us all to "finish the painting" that he started and we intend to do everything we can to support his legacy. The story of Bud's efforts and accomplishments have been chronicled in a book titled Mountain Dreamers and the story will be further memorialized

in the Kirkwood Inn - the spot where Bud first put together what became Kirkwood. Bud loved his views of the Kirkwood Meadow from his Sun Meadows unit, in his honor that meadow will be renamed in a conservation trust bearing his name.

Bud Klein represented all things Kirkwood, he will be missed. 


KCA Card Benefits

 

KCA Member Card benefits include:

* Free Access to Cross Country Trails in the Meadow

* Free KCA Card Member Access to Recreation Center/Pool

* 10% discount on Zip Tahoe Canopy Tours with KCA card.

* Free KCA Card Member Access to the Red Cliffs Club. Food purchased in the club is already discounted so no further food discounts apply.

* Free Daily Newspapers in the KCA Club daily.  New York Times, San Francisco Chronicle and Sacramento Bee.

Kirkwood Mountain Resort Discretionary Benefits for 2010 - 2011  http://www.kirkwood.com/pages/ticketspasses/seasonpasses.asp

KCA Members looking to avail themselves of ski-related benefits will need to purchase the KMR full season unrestricted ski pass known as the Black Pass.

Updated 11/01/2011

 

Gianola Adds Author To His Resume

First TracksBruce Gianola, KCA President and long time Kirkwood homeowner has published a book of short stories entitled First Tracks.  The stories, cleverly describe a series of first time adventure experiences, the challenges faced when attempting something new and the sense of accomplishment that comes from overcoming the challenges that invariably arise. 

Several of the stories are loosely fashioned from the author’s personal experiences in and around Kirkwood.  Other stories, purely fictional, involve activities that young adults face as they take on responsibility, explore new endeavors and make decisions that lay the groundwork for their adult lives.

It is an entertaining read and one that all ages will enjoy.

First Tracks is available for sale for $25 at the KCA office and the KCA Red Cliffs Club and can be purchased online at www.authorhouse.com.

Posted in 2005

 

 

Kirkwood’s Community Cookbook - Great Gift

Kirkwood Community CookbookA Taste of Kirkwood, Kirkwood’s Community Cookbook has been reprinted and there are copies available for $25.  Five dollars from the sale of each book will be donated to The Breast Cancer Fund (TBCF).

In addition to more than 200 delicious recipes, all of which were fully tested, the cookbook offers a glimpse into the rich history in and around Kirkwood and includes photographs, stories and sketches.

Look for the cookbook in the KCA office, the KCA Red Cliffs Club and the General Store.

It makes a great gift for someone who has visited Kirkwood or for someone you have been sharing your Kirkwood experiences with over the years.

Posted in 2005