Aardvark Alpine Club Inc. is a not for profit group of like-minded people who have come together to enjoy affordable alpine outdoor activities within a healthy and sustainable environment.
We aim to be an environmental advocate in relation to Alpine development, and provide comfortable accomodation for people interested in skiing, skating, mountaineering, walking, trail riding, fishing and other alpine activities.
Aardvark Alpine Club aims to provide the best club-style accommodation in the middle to lower price range in the Mt Hotham Resort. We are dedicated to building long-term relationships with our guests through comfortable, safe, affordable accommodation.
History
Nestled in the heart of the Australian Alps, Aardvark Club was founded in the late 1970s by a group of like-minded individuals, with a vision to create a space where people could come together, enjoy the high country in all its seasons, and embrace the beauty of the surrounding outdoors.
The founding members were lovers of the high country, with an adventurous spirit and an undeniable connection to nature. They are a unique breed – doers, not watchers. Whether it’s navigating the rugged terrain in winter or enjoying the warmth of the lodge in summer, Aardvarks embrace the best of both worlds. They are free spirits, ready to take chances and say, "Why not?" Always welcoming, they share an infectious warmth and good humour with everyone they meet.
The Lodge was erected in the 1980-1981 off-season with most labour provided by the 45 founding members. Each member contributed at least 120 hours on-site. The certificate of occupancy was achieved on July 7th, 1981 with a covering of three metres of snow.
The Aardvark Ski Club began as an unincorporated body and a non-profit building cooperative. With the new title of Aardvark Alpine Club, we became incorporated as a non-profit body under the Victorian Associations Incorporation Act. The Club operates under a formal set of Rules and Regulations and holds an Annual General Meeting, which elects the management team (Committee) for the following 12 months.