We are the oldest ski club in Southcentral Alaska. Our area encompasses 320 acres: base elevation of 2500',

lifts rise to almost 4000' and predates Chugach State Park.

For a great history of the Arctic Valley Ski Bowl please visit the "Alaska Lost Ski Areas Project", Although Arctic Valley is not "LOST" this resource provides a rich history of the military portion of Arctic Valley which was removed.

1930's - Developed the City Ski Bowl, including a ropetow and ski jump on the bluff at 3rd and Gambell.

1937 - Anchorage Ski Club founded.

1940's - Collaborated with military on the military area. Later moved to present location. Volunteers/many

               donated materials built a small lodge/outhouse, and rope tows.

1940s - Denali Ski Patrol founded.

1930s-50s - Sponsored ski trains, group outings, and dances/parties.

1961- T-Bar replaced ropetows.

1961-1996 - Paid employees operate area.

1968 - Chair 1 opened.

1972 - Existing lodge built partially by volunteers/donated materials.

1979 - Chair 2 completed.

1997 - Resumed volunteer operations.

1980s-90s - Offered night skiing.2001 - Achieved 501(c)3 status.

2002 - Groomer purchased, repairing/ refurbishing facilities.