Young Scandinavians Club
Your Nordic home in the Bay Area. Connecting generations through nature, tradition, and lifelong friendships.
A home for Nordic spirits in the Bay.
The Young Scandinavians Club (YSC) is a welcoming community for Scandinavians and Scandinavian-Americans of all ages in the San Francisco Bay Area. We host a wide range of events across Northern California, offering members access to our scenic cabins in Clear Lake and Lake Tahoe.
Those with Danish, Finnish, Icelandic, Norwegian, or Swedish heritage may qualify for membership, with rates starting at just $45.00 per year.
Don't Let the Name Fool You – All Ages Are Welcome!
We may be called the "Young" Scandinavians Club, but we're a community for all ages! With roughly 500 active members, we're a lively bunch who love to connect and have fun.
All Ages Welcome
Whether chasing toddlers at Midsummer or sharing stories by the fireplace, everyone is welcome.
Events Year-Round
From casual happy hours to formal dinners and holiday celebrations.
Cultural Connection
Stay connected to your roots through traditions like Midsummer, Nordic film screenings, and our annual heritage banquets.
The Cabin Legacy.
Membership unlocks year-round access to our two historic, member-run sanctuaries.
The Alpine Retreat
Ski in winter, hike in summer, and relax year-round. Perfectly positioned for alpine adventures and cozy hygge evenings by the fire.
- Minutes from world-class ski resorts & hiking trails
- Member-only rates: from $45.00 per adult, per night
The Waterfront Sanctuary
Our social heart since 1963. Swim, boat, and unwind at California's largest natural lake. A sun-drenched escape from the city.
- Private dock access for swimming & boating
- Member-only rates: from $25.00 per guest, per night
The Pulse of the Club.
October Happy Hour - It's høstferie
Celebrate høstferie, Norway’s cozy autumn break.
Nov 7: YSC Marin Hike - Christmas Tree Hill & Huckleberry Trail
Join YSC and board member Jesper for a scenic fall hike along Christmas Tree Hill and the Huckleberry Trail in Corte Madera with optional food and drinks at Café Verde.
Scandinavian Holiday Pub Quiz
Open the Holidays season with YSC at our November Happy Hour Pub Quiz!
Stay Informed.
Member updates, seasonal news, and club stories.
Tahoe Winter 2026/2027 Season Open For Bookings
The wait is over. Reservations for the Tahoe cabin’s winter season, December 1 through March 30, are open now. And the timing is good: this is an El ...
The new YSC.org is here
Hej — the new YSC.org is live! You’ll still find cabin bookings, events, Club News, and membership — rebuilt to be clearer, quicker, and easier to us...
YSC Heads to Livermore - March 28, 2026
A Day of Wine, Pizza, and Great CompanyOn Saturday morning, March 28, twenty YSC members and guests boarded a shuttle bound for the vineyards of Liver...
Membership
Cabins, events, and community — same access for everyone. Choose who is covered.
- Single $45.00/year
- Just you
- Family $65.00/year
- You, your spouse or partner, and children under 18
You'll check your eligibility on the first step. Nothing is charged until the board approves your application.