Meany Lodge
Visitors to Meany
Come Dec 27th, 2021, Meany will be open for winter sports, play, and skiing again!
The summer is over; the work parties completed. The Mach tow has a new rope and there's a new Tunnel and front porch on the Lodge. The Lodge is clean from top to bottom, and the wood supply is ready for the wood stove to spread its warmth and flickering firelight into the Lodge. The Tomcat and snowmobiles are in position and ready. All lie in wait for the winter snows to blanket Meany.
Registrations for Winter Weekends and Holiday week Dec 27 to Jan 2 will be opening soon.
Follow the Meany Lodge Facebook page to see photos and videos from our Spring Carnival that took place on March 6.
For details on how Meany will operate this year, please see our Winter Weekend information page.
Operating in the age of COVID-19
Following the the Mountaineers COVID-19 policy and the Washington State guidelines, we have developed plans to operate while managing the risk of COVID transmission. We ask that everyone show each other extra patience and empathy.
We are mountaineers -- it's in our creed that everyone in the group is responsible for doing their part to keep the group safe from all risks, including COVID-19. All participants are expected to have a mask and wear it when appropriate. Anyone feeling sick is asked to stay home.
Here are the COVID-19 operating procedures as of 11/30/21:
- The Lodge is open for overnight stays. Only fully-vaccinated guests will be allowed to sleep in the Lodge. As children under 5 cannot receive the vaccine at this point, we regret they will not be permitted to stay in the Lodge. We have reduced the number of overnight guests from 98 to 55 - make your reservations early!
- Meany Lodge is using the CDC definition of fully-vaccinated - 2 weeks after the second dose of Moderna or Pfizer or 2 weeks after the first dose of Johnson and Johnson. Boosters are encouraged but not required.
- All vaccinated people must email a photo or pdf of their vaccination card to meanycovidvax@outlook.com before coming up to the Lodge.
- Tent camping is available on campus for all. We have lots of nice tent locations! Please bring your own tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, head lamps, and sundries.
- Car/RV camping space is available in the Crystal Spring SnoPark for day guests at the Lodge.
- We will be serving meals inside the Lodge, in two shifts of 50 people each. Participants can eat in our dining room or in the Zoo - the Zoo is our maintenance garage where we served meals last year, and it has infrared heaters and lots of airflow.
- We will be wearing masks inside the Lodge, except when eating or sleeping.
UpcomING Events
- Registrations for Winter Weekends will be open by Dec 3.
- Patrol Race 2022 is March 19, 2022 - The number of teams is limited, and a lottery will be held on Jan 1, 2022 to select the participants. Assemble your team and enter the lottery to participate in the Patrol Race! Lottery closes on Dec 31, 2021.
Driving Directions to meany Lodge
Coming to Meany Lodge when it is winter time? (typically November 15th to May) Here are the winter driving directions to Meany Lodge
You will be parking in the Crystal Springs sno-park (map) which requires you to purchase a state-issued sno-park permit before you arrive. You must purchase one of the following combinations: An annual Sno-Park permit WITH "groomed trails sticker" ($120) OR a day use Sno-Park permit ($25). Hint: Visiting 5 or more days? If so, the annual pass + groomed trails sticker is cheaper.
Meany Lodge encourages you to carpool with others to save on fuel usage, parking permit costs, parking space, and have more fun on the drive!
Important Details
- Packing for Meany - Our SnowCat does break down. Please be prepared to hike nearly 3 miles with your belongings, which should be transported via backpack.
- Winter Driving - Be safe; winter travel can be dangerous.
- SnowCat Schedule - Transportation to Meany is via SnowCat or snowmobile only, so dress warmly! Plan to arrive 20 minutes to load the SnowCat and remember cell phone coverage is very poor.
Crystal Springs
DepartureMeany Lodge
DepartureFriday Schedule 7 PM - Saturday Schedule 8:30 AM
10:00 AM
5:30 PM7:45 AM
9:00 AM
5:00 PMSunday Schedule 8:30 AM 7:45 AM
3:30 PM
LODGE STAY RATES, RESERVATIONS AND POLICIES
Here are the prices for stays at the lodge during the Winter 2021-2022 season.
An Overnight Lodge Stay includes: 2 days of skiing, 4+ meals and snacks, overnight stay in our hostel-like dorms, showers, 3 mile snowcat ride to the lodge and return. Compare to the price of a lift ticket alone at other areas - such a deal made is possible by the Mountaineers volunteers that staff the Lodge.
The Day Use Fee includes: Snowcat ride, use of Lodge, hot lunch and snacks, day of skiing/riding/snowshoeing.
To purchase a Seasons Pass please visit the Merchandise page. After purchasing the Seasons Pass you will be given a discount code for use when purchasing Lodge Stays that reduces their price to $0.
2021-2022 rates
| Adult Mountaineers Member | $560 |
| Adult Non-Member or Guest Member | $635 |
| Youth Member (13 & under) | $325 |
| Youth Non-Member or Guest Member (13 & under) | $375 |
Per event pricing
| RATE CATEGORY |
FULL WEEKEND | SATURDAY NIGHT |
DAY USE | HOLIDAY WEEK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Mountaineers Member | $125 | $110 | $40 | $70 |
| Adult Non-Member | $140 | $125 | $45 | $85 |
| Youth Member (5-13) | $70 | $55 | $35 | $40 |
| Youth Non-Member (5-13) | $80 | $65 | $40 | $45 |
"FULL WEEKEND" IS ARRIVING FRIDAY EVENING, LEAVING SUNDAY AFTERNOON. PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU CAN NOT STAY AT THE LODGE FOR JUST FRIDAY EVENINGS. ONLY FULL WEEKEND AND SATURDAY NIGHT ONLY OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE.
Please contact us for rates for private rentals and Mountaineers events.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: Do I need a parking permit to Visit Meany?
A: During the winter, parking is at the Crystal Springs sno-park (map) which requires you to purchase a state-issued sno-park permit before you arrive. You must purchase one of the following combinations: An annual Sno-Park permit WITH "groomed trails sticker" ($120) OR a day use Sno-Park permit ($25). We encourage carpooling.
Q: Where can I find out more about Meany Lodge's fascinating history?
A: Check out the Meany Lodge History page.
Q: Are private groups allowed at Meany?
A: Yes! If you are looking to hold a secluded seminar or a rustic day/weekend retreat, whether it be Northwest Trackers, Sierra Club, a school function, a family reunion or even a wedding, rates are per person for day use or room & board. Contact us for special rates for non-profit group use.
Q: Is there a map of the cross-country trails?
A: The snowrec.org website for Crystal Springs has a nice geopdf of cross-country ski and dog-sled trails in the area.
Celebration of Patti Polinsky
Patti was the founder of the Meany and Mountaineers Ski School and a bedrock member of the Meany Committee. A recording of the Mountaineer's celebration of her life is available online, as are copies of the slide show and service program.
CONTACT
- General: chair@meanylodge.org
- Lessons and Winter Sports: jen@simerson.net or maud.de.bel@gmail.com
- Lodge: 360-886-1217. This number is only monitored when the lodge is open.