Tichy Summer Weekly Schedule - DRAFT 2026 - Schedule may change based on weather and athlete needs
Welcome to Mt. Hood, Oregon, and Tichy Racing Summer Ski Camp for 2026
This email will help you plan a fun & productive week at Tichy Camp. Below we've shared the weekly plan, daily schedule, and the dryland plan with locations and more. Pay special attention to all yellow underlined links; they will provide directions, videos, and photos. Keep this email handy to reference ALL week.
We have created a balanced program over the last 26+ years of summer ski camp. We continue to tailor each week to best suit the needs of all our racers and families. Please take a few minutes to read and familiarize yourself with our weekly plan. Be sure to add info@tichyracing.com to your address book to receive daily/nightly emails and updates in the “traditional, less colorful” format. Weather, conditions, and racer endurance may impact the daily schedule. We will communicate changes in regular nightly email blasts and cover any minor changes at in-person nightly team meetings for Full Time Athletes (FT) and via Zoom for Day Camp (DC). Please reply by email (include the camp session number) with any additional addresses you would like added to the nightly communications.
Feel free to reach out with any questions at any time before arrival. See you at camp.
Martin Tichý, Tichy Family & Tichy Racing Staff
Meal Planning, travel, and Tichy Gear for the Week
Full Time Camp (FT) with Tichy Racing includes all meals, local transportation, lodging, dryland, and video review sessions. Full Camp (in-house racers) are expected at all team meetings, nightly meetings, camp activities, training, and room checks. All scheduling details will be covered with Full Camp participants daily and repeated.
Day Camp (DC) racers are enrolled in training only, with the opportunity to attend all dryland and video review sessions. Day Camp racers can add on local transportation and even meals for the duration of camp. If you want to add all 6 days of local transportation and/or all 7 days of meals, please email nicole@tichyracing.com for additional details and costs.
Tuesday Night Dinner at Mt. Hood Brewing Company - Racers & staff will receive a special voucher for dinner.
Thursday - Tichy Racing Water Bottles, Hoodies, Cotopaxi Windbreakers, Cotopaxi Rain Jackets, Tichy Logo Softshells (NEW 2026) are for sale, and pick-up your camp includes a free t-shirt. These are available starting at 1:30 PM at 89311 E. Government Camp Loop. Our 2026 Gerry Softshells and Cotopaxi windbreakers are ideal for Oregon and summer skiing; they add some color and visibility to your skiing.
Thursday - Ski tuning clinic at 89481 E. Steel Lane
Monday's “last camp dinner” is back at Timberline Y’Bar for 2026. DC participants and parents are invited to join our FT racers and staff for a great meal; this is a fantastic opportunity for everyone to come together in an amazing setting for delicious food. Reservations will be required via SignUpGenius at least 72 hours in advance. Individual payment for DC racers and parents can at the restaurant.
This is another reminder to fill out the release and travel forms.
Follow these action steps, check off the items, and arrive ready to train!
Tichy Racing Release and Travel Form (to be completed as soon as possible, including travel details).
Timberline Ski Area Release Form (as soon as possible to receive lift tickets).
Do you need help with your packing? Our simple “What do I bring?” list is updated for the most current conditions at the Ski and Stay Packing List
Check your email for all the communication that will keep you informed and organized.
Rest up - Training and Engaging Drylands are in your near future.
If you are an FT arriving at PDX, please text Coach Matt at (978) 337-1195 when you land so we can coordinate where to meet.
If you are an FT being dropped off in Government Camp, please text Coach Parker (971) 274-6715 or Coach Ashton (715) 490-9483 with your approximate arrival time so our check-in staff can meet you.
If you are a UM Athlete, please indicate it on the Tichy Release Form (extra charges do apply).
If you are a DC athlete, plan on joining Zoom on Tuesday Night to kick off camp.
Follow & subscribe to Tichy Racing on YouTube for daily video posts
Daily emails with schedules and candid photos are emailed via plain text. Action photos from training are uploaded to our site tichyphotos.com/SummerSkiCamps
Invoices and payments in full are due 60 days before arrival.
EVERY TUESDAY - Day 1 (Travel In & Arrival)
8:30 am to 1:15 pm Arrival at PDX (FT racers only). Additional details LINK
9:30 am to 12:30 pm Arrival at PDX (FT racers traveling as UM ). Additional details LINK with details on listing UM pick-up and drop-off
- Contact Coach Matt (978) 337-1195 upon landing or en route
2:00-6:00 pm Check-in in Government Camp (FT racers only)
- Contact Coach Ashton (715) 490-9483 or Coach Parker (971) 274-6715 upon arrival to check in at the location in LINK
4:30 - 6:00 pm Dinner at Mt. Hood Brewing Company (FT racers only)
7:30 pm Team meeting (FT racers in person / DC racers via Zoom)
9:00 pm Lights out
Arrival and check-in days are always busy. Tichy Racing Staff will meet you at the airport or in Government Camp. Send an email or text before arrival or check-in with questions.
EVERY WEDNESDAY - Day 2 (Slalom & Frisbee)
5:00 am Wake up
5:15 am Morning warm-up (FT racers only)
5:30 am Coach Breakfast at Tichy’s
5:55 am Load equipment in vehicles
6:00 am Racer Breakfast at Tichy’s
6:25 am FT racers depart from Government Camp
6:30 am Lift ticket pick-up at the top of Wy’East Day Lodge (see image below), 15-minute window only until 6:45 am
7:00 am Lifts open (Magic Mile 1st chairlift / Palmer 2nd chairlift)
11:45 am Training concludes (weather and conditions dependent)
12:00 pm Racers return to Timberline parking lot (DC racers to be picked up and FT will return to Government Camp for Lunch at Tichy’s)
1:30 pm Pick up T-shirts (included in camp) and/or buy Tichy Swag Items for Purchase
2:00 pm Frisbee Dryland departure from 89311 E Government Camp Loop at the location in LINK
5:00 pm Departure from Parkdale Elementary School at the location in LINK
6:15 pm Dinner at Tichy’s
7:30 pm Team meeting (FT racers in person / DC racers via Zoom)
Tichy Camp traditionally starts on slalom skis and with slalom training. Full slalom and protective gear are encouraged every day. The afternoon highlight is Tichy Camp's ultimate frisbee. Day Camp participants are encouraged to attend and travel to and from with their parents, following the Tichy Camp Vans. Travel for DC racers with Tichy Racing can be arranged.
EVERY THURSDAY - Day 3 (Slalom & Summit)
6:30 am Lift ticket pick-up at the top of Wy’East Day Lodge (15-minute window)
7:30 am Racers meet coaches at the top of Lane #4 (see image above)
9:30 am Snack break at the top of Lane #4
11:45 am Training concludes (weather and conditions dependent)
12:00 pm Racers return to Timberline parking lot (DC racers to be picked up and FT will return to Government Camp for Lunch at Tichy’s)
2:00 pm Dryland Timberline Summit Ski Area hike, walking & stretching (easy dryland)
3:30 pm Ski tuning clinic (FT & DC racers welcome)
4:15 pm T-shirt, Softshell, Cotopaxi & Waterbottle pick-up
4:30 pm Video Review Day Camp Racers
5:30 pm Video Review Full Time Racers
6:15 pm Dinner at Tichy’s
7:30 pm Team meeting (FT racers in person / DC racers via Zoom)
More slalom, more gates, and longer courses. Easier and more local dryland provides much-needed rest after two productive training days. A short walk back to the Tichy upper house, and you can join our tuning clinic before the video review.
EVERY FRIDAY - Day 4 (Panel Slalom & Waterfall)
6:30 am Lift ticket pick-up at the top of Wy’East Day Lodge (15-minute window)
7:30 am Racers meet coaches at the top of Lane #4
11:45 am Training concludes (weather and conditions dependent)
12:00 pm Racers return to Timberline parking lot (DC racers to be picked up and FT will return to Government Camp for Lunch at Tichy’s)
2:00 pm Dryland Tamanawas Falls hike departure by car from Government Camp (2.5 h round trip door to door - DC racers joining hike should attend 2nd video review session)
4:30 pm Video Review Day Camp Racers
5:30 pm Video Review Full Time Racers
6:15 pm Dinner at Tichy’s
7:30 pm Team meeting (FT racers in person / DC racers via Zoom at LINK)
Panel slalom day is an excellent transition to more open turns, body movement, and dueling options. Our adaptation of this popular event brings even more value to TGIF. Combined with an afternoon hike to the prettiest waterfall in Oregon rounds out a Fabulous Friday.
EVERY SATURDAY - Day 5 (Giant Slalom & Lake)
6:30 am Lift ticket pick-up at the top of Wy’East Day Lodge (15-minute window)
7:30 am Racers meet coaches at the top of Lane #4
12:00 pm Racers return to Timberline parking lot (DC racers to be picked up and FT will return to Government Camp for Lunch at Tichy’s)
2:00 pm Dryland Timothy Lake swim & rest, departure by car from Government Camp
4:25 pm Racers return from dryland (DC racers to be picked up or wait for video)
4:30 pm Video Review Day Camp Racers
5:30 pm Video Review Full Time Racers
6:15 pm Dinner at Tichy’s
7:30 pm Team meeting (FT racers in person / DC racers via Zoom at LINK)
Weekends at Timberline are historically less crowded and perfect for rhythmical GS courses. Double lanes and double courses mean more than double the fun. Saturday afternoon is a day off with a trip to Timothy Lake.
Every Sunday - Day 6 (Giant Slalom & Ski Bowl)
6:30 am Lift ticket pick-up at the top of Wy’East Day Lodge (15-minute window)
7:30 am Racers meet coaches at the top of Lane #4
12:00 pm Racers return to Timberline parking lot (DC racers to be picked up and FT will return to Government Camp for Lunch at Tichy’s)
2:00 pm Dryland East Ski Bowl hike, walking departure from Government Camp. Options include:
- 90 minute round trip (top of red chair)
- 120 minute round trip to Mirror Lake
- 130 minute round trip (top of black chair) Summit of Ski Bowl
- 190 minutes round trip (top of Tom, Dick & Harry Ridge)
4:30 pm Video Review Day Camp Racers
5:30 pm Video Review Full Time Racers
6:15 pm Dinner at Tichy’s
7:30 pm Team meeting (FT racers in person / DC racers via Zoom at LINK)
Longer GS courses, smoother turns, and newfound confidence. Do not forget to ski above the brush line and do ‘the monkey’ at the top of each run
EVERY MONDAY - Day 7 (Slalom Timing & Timberline Dinner)
6:30 am Lift ticket pick-up at the top of Wy’East Day Lodge
7:30 am Racers meet coaches at the top of Lane #4
7:30 am Course inspection
8:00 am Race runs 1-2-3 start
9:30 am Snack break
10:00 am Race run 4-5-6 start
10:45 am Bonus runs
12:00 pm Training concludes
12:15 pm Racers return to Timberline parking lot (DC racers to be picked up and FT will return to Government Camp for Lunch at Tichy’s)
2:00 pm Ski demo, tuning, waxing & equipment return in Government Camp
2:30 pm Early check-out from Government Camp (FT racers)
3:30 pm Van and trailer loading for Tuesday airport departure
5:00 pm Vans leave for Monday night dinner
5:15 pm Timberline Lodge guided tour with your coaches
5:30 pm Parent and Coach social at Wy’East Day Lodge
6:00 pm Dinner at Wy’East Day Lodge / Cafe - parents and DC welcome with reservations
8:00 pm In-person Team Meeting last night - NO ZOOM. Racers will all have instructions on where and when they are going/leaving on Tuesday AM.
We wrap up each camp session with our timing day (weather and conditions permitting). We are here to learn to ski race, and timed runs are part of that learning. Timing results, videos, and photos are shared with participants and parents via video links and uploads by email.
EVERY TUESDAY - Day 8 (Travel out & Rest Day)
5:15 am Wake up (FT departing racers only)
5:30 am Departure for PDX (FT racers only)
6:30 am - 7:30 am Racer breakfast in-house at Tichy’s (FT racers only - continental breakfast only)
8:00 am Stay over racers room check-out / staff complete house cleaning
9:00 am Outdoor hammocking with coach supervision for stayover racers
8:30 am to 1:30 pm Departure from PDX (FT racers only). Additional details at LINK
9:00 am to 1:00 pm Departure from PDX (FT racers traveling as UM). Additional details at LINK with details on UM drop-off and pick-up
No lunch served on travel day
Laundry, snacks, and meals are available at Huckleberry Inn and in Government Camp
1:30 pm to 5:00 pm New racers arrive in Government Camp (FT racers only)
4:30 - 6:00 pm Dinner at Mt. Hood Brewing Company
7:30 pm Team meeting (FT racers in person / DC racers via Zoom at LINK)
9:00 pm Lights out
Thank you for being the best part of Tichy Racing. We are sad to see you leave camp, and we hope to see you again at any of our year-round ski camps. Summer Camp may be our family favorite, yet we offer ski camps for every season, for any reason.
Racers staying over for another week or more will enjoy a day of rest, hammock with supervision inside the Mt. Hood National Forest, eat lunch with friends, and do laundry in Government Camp.
We all hope to see you at another Tichy Camp again soon.
TICHY RACING SKI CAMP. FOR EVERY SEASON. FOR ANY REASON.
Tichy Racing Inc.
PO Box 357
89311 E Government Camp Loop
Government Camp, Oregon 97028
USA