Ski jumping has a long tradition at Auburn Ski Club. The Club founders were all avid jumpers and hosted many local and National level jumping meets as far back as in the 1920s. The original jump hill was at Cisco grove and was moved to the present location in the early 1960s once I-80 was completed.
The 1930s were the heydays for ski jumping at the Club. Auburn Ski Club became well known by creating National Champions such as Roy Mikkleson and Ron Mangseth.
Ski Jumping back then was like the X games of today. To increase awareness of the sport, the club shipped tons of snow from the Sierras by railroad to set up a ski jumping exhibition at UC Berkeley. The event on the first year was promptly abandoned when a huge snowball fight broke out amongst the estimated 10,000 spectators!
To learn more about the rich history of ski jumping and Auburn Ski Club, be sure to visit the Western Skisport museum located next to the Boreal lodge
Today the Club continues the tradition of jumping by hosting an annual jumping Tournament. on Spring Fling day. Depending on conditions we offer a 5m (learner), 15m and 40m hill for participants of all ages.
Alpine or telemark skis and boots required (jumping skis available for experienced jumpers) Hill prep and breakdown help required. Spectators are welcome.
Jumping events are dependant on weather / conditions so be sure to check the hotline.
To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Squaw Valley Olympics.
Ron Mangseth Jumping Tournament – TBD for 2012
