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jOIN THE GATORS AT O'BRIENS RANCH HOUSE HAPPY HOUR

July 31st Happy Hour in WPB at C. O'Brien's Ranch House followed by one of our favorite local bands (Cover to Cover) performing there from 7pm to 10 pm. 

2062 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33409



A “Music City” Fall Getaway to:

NASHVILLE, TN

MARGARITAVILLE HOTEL

October 11-16, 2026

Package Price: $1,290**

** PACKAGE PRICE IS BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY AND INCLUDES:

Pre-Trip Party, Group Dinner, Group Happy Hour

5 Nights Lodging

*You must be a Club Member in order to participate on this trip.

Click HERE to Join!

**Prices, dates & itinerary subject to change.

$500 deposit due with application 

Credit Card is our preferred method of payment.  



Link to trip flyer:

Margaritaville Nashville 2026 Flyer 2.pdf


OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:

  • Tours of Nashville
  • Grand Ole Opry
  • Country Music Hall of Fame
  • Ryman Auditorium
  • Gaylord Opryland Garden Conservatory
  • Distillery Tours
  • Hiking, Fall Leaf Viewing and Wildlife Observation at Radnor Lake State Park
  • Nashville Parthenon
  • Honkey Tonks
  • Bars
  • Restaurants
  • Historical Sights
  • and much more!


The fun is endless!


Margaritaville Hotel Nashville

Step inside the doors of our urban oasis in Downtown Nashville and discover a playful retreat for fun lovers, adventurous travelers, and movers and shakers. Whether you’re revved up for rocking or chilled down for a relaxing stay, Margaritaville Hotel Nashville is where you want to play.


Margaritaville Hotel Nashville is located in the vibrant downtown neighborhood of SoBro, nestled near popular restaurants, attractions, trendy nightclubs, cocktail bars, and just steps from the Music City Convention Center and Bridgestone Arena.  Our hotel is only two blocks from Nashville's iconic Broadway!


Revel in the spirit of Margaritaville in the heart of historic Nashville, and “live life like a song.”

For more information, contact VP/Special Activities:

Sharon Long

4267 Linden Avenue

Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410


Email: wmarussich@comcast.net

Phone: 561-768-6365

$500 due with application 

**PLEASE PAY WITH A CREDIT CARD ONLINE**

Cancellation fee is a MININUM of 5% of the cost of the trip up to 150 days prior to the trip and a minimum of 10% of the cost of the trip between 150 days and departure day unless you are transferring to another Gator trip, not previously signed up for. See the complete Trip Regulations.pdf on trips.



General Membership Meeting - Summer Series


 

We are shifting to a summer series format for the General Meetings  - bringing the Club together in a more relaxed, social setting at setting at some of the best waterfront locations in the area.

Same purpose. Better environment. 


Saturday, August 22nd 4:00 PM:

Tiki 52 Bar & Grill
18487 SE Federal Highway 
Tequesta, FL 33469
561-744-9113
https://www.tiki52tequesta.com/

Saturday, September 19th 4:00 PM:

Waterway Cafe
2300 PGA Blvd.
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
561-694-1700
https://waterwaycafe.com/

What to Expect:

  • Key Club updates and direction
  • Open discussion and member input
  • A more social, connected atmosphere

Great venues, strong turnout, and summer energy


Important Change:

  • These dates will replace our traditional weeknight General Meetings.
  • Additionally, the Friday Happy Hour prior to each of these meetins will be cancelled

Action: 

  • Add these dates to your calendar now and plan to attend.
  • This is the Club - just in a better setting for the summer.


We look forward to seeing everyone out!


All members in good standing and their guests, as well as non-members interested in joining our Club, are cordially invited. 


Vietnam and Cambodia Bike and Barge

 

new bike and barge trip! ON sale now




2026 SUMMER SKI TRIP!

LAS LENAS, ARGENTINA


AUGUST 29-SEPTEMBER 5, 2026

Base Trip Package starts at $2,075


We also have a "SINGLE" Male who wants to join the trip and needs a "SINGLE" Male Roommate.

Please contact Patti Bochniak if you're interested.


The deadline to sign up for this trip at the advertised price was Thursday, April 23, 2026. 

PRICE IS NOW SUBJECT TO CHANGE - Based upon availability



The Trip Package of $2,075 is subject to change, based on  double occupancy & availability.

The base package includes:

  • 7-nights lodging at Hotel Piscis Resort & Spa (4 star, Ski-in/Ski-out)
  • Breakfast and Dinner each day while at the Hotel
  • Ski 8 Day Lift Tickets
  • Club Pre‑Trip Party & Trip Bandana
  • Group Après Ski (happy hour)
  • Round‑trip ground transfers between the airport and the hotel

Group Air will be offered at an ADDITIONAL cost. The itinerary is TBD.

*Prices, dates & itinerary are all subject to change.

*Trip Leader is needed. Contact Patti Bochniak for more information: pattibochniak@gmail.com

  or TEXT 561-758-9796


Where Summer Goes to Freeze
While the rest of the world swelters, the Andes are calling. Step off the grid and into the heart of Mendoza, Argentina, where winter is just getting started.

  • Conquer the Legendary Marte: Access world-famous, lift-served backcountry that puts your skills to the ultimate test.
  • Massive Vertical, No Limits: Experience a 3,904-foot vertical drop—one of the largest in the world—surrounded by the jagged beauty of the high Andes.
  • Powder by Day, Party by Night: Carve through "white gold" under the South American sun, then head to UFO Point for an après-ski scene that doesn't stop until dawn.
  • The World’s Highest Casino: When the lifts close, the action stays high. Place your bets at the Hotel Piscis, home to the highest-altitude casino on the planet.

Don't just ski this summer. Live the endless winter.



2027 ski trips

Our 2027 SKI TRIPS are in sale now!!! Below is what we have in store for our next ski season. All of our 2027 lodging is either slope-side or ski-in/ski-out.

  • STEAMBOAT, CO – This is a “Skier’s Choice Trip” with the Florida Ski Council
  • Base Package Price Starts from $2885 (based on double occupancy)
  • IKON Pass Partner Resort
  • January 24-31, 2027
  • Trip Leader is Annette Chandler
  • TAOS, NM –  Don't miss out on the "ski better" week!
  • Base Package Price Starts from $1960 (based on double occupancy)
  • IKON Pass Partner Resort
  • January 30-February 6, 2027
  • BRECKENRIDGE, CO. - This is always a CLUB FAVORITE! 
    Base Package Price Starts from $1630 (based on double occupancy)
  • EPIC Pass Partner Resort
  • February 6-13, 2027
  • Trip Leader: Tom Purcell
  • MAMMOTH MOUNTAIN, CA – (We don't just go BIG, we go MAMMOTH!)
  • Base Package Price Starts from $1640 (based on double occupancy)
  • IKON Pass Partner Resort
  • February 20-27, 2027
  • Trip Leader is Judith Miller
  • AUSTRIAN ALPS– with extension to Salzburg’s Old Town
  • Base Package Price Starts from $2860 (based on double occupancy)
  • Saalbach-Hinterglemm is an EPIC Pass Partner Resort
  • March 6-16, 2027

ADDITIONAL DETAILS for all 2027 Ski Trips

STAY TUNED for all of the details!!

Patti Bochniak - VP Ski Trips




Message from your President, Edward Boatright 

Click here to read the most recent Message

Message from your VP of Ski Trips, Patti Bochniak

Click here to read the most recent Message

Message from your VP of Special Activities, Sharon Long

Click here to read the most recent Message

Upcoming Social Activities

Click here to see all upcoming Social Activities

Your 2026-2027 Board of Directors

2025-2026 Executive Committee Officers are:

  • President: Edward Boatright
  • Past President: Evie Houston
  • VP of Ski Trips: Patti Bochniak
  • VP of Special Activities: Sharon Long
  • VP of Socials: Lisa Smelcher
  • Secretary: 
  • Treasurer: Walter Marussich
  • Member at Large: Lin Preli

 2026-2027 Directors are:

  • Membership Director: Harry Patat
  • Communications Director: Estela Basso
  • Event Comptroller Director: Patti Bochniak


 
 

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