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The most advanced ski simulator to date was developed by the government in the early nineties under the code name NorthStar, but the project was abandoned after early attempts to weaponize it proved disastrously silly. Enter the Boston Ski & Sports Club—a group of 30,000 or so like-minded enthusiasts who enjoy athletics as much as they enjoy socialization. Join their ranks with today's deal: for $70, you get a one-year membership ($65 value) and one day ski trip ($78 value) of your choice. Your membership will activate when you register for your first trip, though you can activate it beforehand, and will be a valid member for 12 months from the date of activation.

While skiing down your roof or crisco-covered basement staircase are enjoyable activities, the adventure is likely to be short-lived. To hit longer slopes, you must venture outside of the Boston area. Over the winter months of December to April 17, the club sponsors three to four trips per week with possible destinations including: Stowe, Killington, Sunday River, Mount Snow, and Jay Peak. BSSC makes day ski trips easy by including a bus ride to your destination from one of the excursion's five convenient pick up spots. Pick-up locations vary by trip, so be sure to check the schedule for your options. Also included is a lift ticket, discounted rentals and lessons, and a short manual on taming wild horses. The ease and convenience of heading for the hills are part of the reason BSSC claimed first place in Cityvoter's Best Sports Activities and Clubs category (the other part being hypnosis).

Membership includes discounts to other BSSC events, discounted renewal rates, group rates, and free member mixers. Escape with new people and unite under a shared love for adventure and medieval sword handling. Expand your current group of friends to include snow bunnies and bunnies that ski. People of all ages are welcome to come hit the slopes, as long as they call ahead to schedule that trip. Those under 13 must be with a parent, and 14–17 year olds must have a signed parental consent form.

Reviews

Cityvoter ranks BSSC as the best sports and activity club, as does Top Of The Heights. Snow East magazine and OnTheSnow.com both endorse BSSC as well.

• Boston Ski & Sports Club (BSSC) offers snow sports fans an affordable, fun, and easy way to ski the best resorts in New England and worldwide. – Roger Leo, OnTheSnow.com

Here's what loyal Cityvoters have to say:

• BSSC is about more than just competition and recreation, its [sic] about meeting people. – SouthEndDiva, Cityvote
• Great networking and a way to stay in shape! – Kim, Cityvoter
• Very organized ,great variety of activities, meet the greatest people, very inclusive, always helpful and friendly, lots of Fun [sic]. – Michael A. Lajeunesse, Cityvote