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A Social Club For Snow Skiers and Sports Enthusiasts
September 2003
Texas Ski Council Member
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Date and time: Tuesday, September 9, 2003, 7 - 9 P.M.
Location: Red Lions Hotel
6121 N. IH-35(@HWY 290, N. Austin) 323-5466Program: PHOTOGRAPHY MADE SIMPLE
Hors D'oeuvres & Cash Bar
Trip Chair: Kevin Juhl
e-mail: ParkCitytrips@austinskiers.org
Date: January 3 -10, 2004
Park City is an unbelievable place, and the reasons to ski there are as plentiful as the snow that blankets the mountains. First Park City is easy to get to. After a short 45-minute drive from the Salt Lake International Airport and you can be skiing in snow famous the world over. Park City just happens to be home of the "Greatest Snow on Earth", with over 350 inches of snow per year. But just in case Mother Nature is in one of her moods; Park City has a state-of-the-art snowmaking system, which guarantees the best possible conditions. There are over 3300 acres of skiable terrain with an additional 3500 acres at "The Canyons", and 1100 acres at Deer Valley Resort; giving you three ski areas with over 7000 acre to ski. And Park City offers Utah's most extensive snowboarding facilities, as well as a national award-winning ski and snowboard school.
We will be staying in the Park Station Condominium/Hotel in 2 bedroom/2 bath condos on Main St. in downtown Park City. The condos are located near the town lift/bridge which means no long walks to the lifts, and it's only a short bus rides to nearby DeerValley or "The Canyons" ski areas. Park City has more six-passenger, high-speed lifts than any other resort in the U.S. Their snowmaking reaches nearly every corner of the resort's 3,300 acres with grooming that locals know as simply the best. Other attractions include their famous PayDay halfpipe, the new Eagle Race Arena 'Super 'Pipe,' a Pay-for-Play boardercross course, a beginner terrain park, and the Sitka Run 'Super Park'. While intermediates tend to think of Park City, as "their" mountain, novice skiers thrill to the lengthy ease of Summit House run while experts head to the bowls. This is headquarters of the U.S. Ski Team and it shows: exciting mogul's runs, racing trails and even a new giant slalom course. Skiing aficionados of all levels won't be bored as Park City runs are divided such that 18% are beginner, 44% Intermediate, and 38% advance.
What happens when the sun goes down in Park City? Well, if the hot tubs and sauna are not inviting enough after a day of skiing, then head on out and explore the town of Park City with its unique charm that's been carried down from its flamboyant mining town days. At the turn of the century, Park City was home to silver miners a wild bunch whose lust for life has forever left its imprint on the town. Off-slope, Park City is quite special, probably with more National Historic Register buildings per square foot than any other Victorian mining town. You'll find over 100 shops, 80 restaurants, and a dozen bars and clubs. In fact, Park City's nightlife is consistently rated among the top resorts in the country. Park City's many award-winning restaurants are among the finest in the Intermountain West, reflecting many different culinary styles and influences. With over 100 options, there's something for every taste and every moodand since everything's so close, they're all within walking distance or a short free bus ride away. After dinner you may want to wind down with an evening of contemporary jazz, or turn it up at a local dance club. You'll find no bedtimes around this place.
Nearby is Deer Valley, super deluxe and quite special, Deer Valley is a world-class resort focused on personal service. It is known as the ski resort that revolutionized ski-area service. Opened in 1981, Dear Valley has been providing a level of service and convenience rarely found at a ski resort. Little details like uniformed "ski valets" to care for your gear and attended ski storage are unique to Deer Valley. In addition to gracious pampering, the skiing is not to be denied, with over 1100 spectacular groomed acres on three mountains laid out in 67 runs that follow the natural contours of the rolling landscape. Skiing feels effortless here, or perhaps, all that pampering has worked its wonders. There are plenty of long mogul runs and three bowls with endless tree skiing for the most demanding expert, while the rest of us can enjoy blissful cruising forever.
The nearby Canyons Resort is one of the five largest ski resorts in the country. The resort offers over 3,500 acres to ski, on eight mountains' worth of trails. The resort has expanded, giving skiers/boarders access to an amazing amount of varied terrain from the exciting terrain park to a variety of runs that will satisfy any level of skier or snowboarder. And it's all just four miles from our condo on Main Street.
Park City has so much to offer that you have to Ski it to Believe it. Don't miss out on this magical wonderland. Contact Kevin today!
Price: (price quote), 5 day lift $ 186
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Winter Park, Colorado
Contact: Gary Roth(V.P. Trips)
e-mail: trips@austinskiers.org
Date: December 16-21, 2003
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o you have a friend, a significant other or family member who would like to learn to ski or board, but has been kept back because of the cost? Well now is their chance to learn to love the great sport of skiing and boarding at a really great rate! Viewed as a pilot program for TSC, the Learn to Ski/Board ski week of 2002 was a success as members from several TSC clubs attended the trip. Once again, the TSC is teaming with Winter Park to host a short week tailor made just for never-ever or novices skiers/boarder! And what a better place than Winter Park Resort, just a quick hour bus ride from Denver! Winter Park's five major mountains provide all the skiing and boarding you can handle. Their Ski School ranks as one of the best in country for beginner skier/boarders. And the early season time frame means few crowds for fewer dollars!T
his season we will be utilizing the Zephyr Mountain lodge, which are ski-in/ski-out, upscale condominiums, located at the base of the Winter Park Mountain. For more detailed information on the accommodations (and photos!), please check out the website: www.zmlwp.com. Zephyr Mountain Lodge is offering the TSC deeply discounted rates for this ski week. In a nutshell, the lodging portion of the ski week package for a 5-night stay would be $279 per person, based on double occupancy. This includes room, taxes, and portage fees! If you are an experienced skier, but would like to introduce a legitimate never-ever participant (such as a spouse, significant other or a child) to the exciting world of snowsports, you may travel with the group and get the same lodging package. You will, however, be required to purchase lift tickets and any advanced lessons in which you would like to participate, (3-day lift is $90).A
s Winter Park Resort's philosophy includes focusing on trial to encourage people to participate in snowsports, the Resort has again agreed to provide for each TSC participate that qualifies for the Learn to Ski/Ride program the following components:3 Days Lift Tickets for Winter Park Resort
3 Days Never-Ever Ski & Snowboard Lessons (group lessons, 2 1/2 hours each)
3 Days Equipment Rentals (slopeside shop, complimentary overnight storage)
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o if you're a ski newbie, or even an expert who wants to come along with a newbie, this trip is for you! And a hint: you seasoned skiers might want to use this week to learn how to snowboard (that counts here, too!). You will need to arrange your own air and ground transportation to/from Winter Park as the package price of $279 just includes the lodging portion of the trip. The club has suggestions and can assist in this process. Transfers from Denver International to Winter Park vary widely, and costs will depend on several factors. Car rental is an option and will facility transportation needs at the resort. If there is enough interest, the TSC will offer bus transportation between Winter Park and Denver. Interested participants will get these details later.S
o grab that novice friend/spouse, or novices joining up on your own, get a $100 deposit to Gary Roth, and plan to enjoy a terrific taste of snowsports at Colorado's winter playground Winter Park!Trip price:
(price quote) (transportation not included!)
Austin Skiers' 2003-2004 Trip Lineup!
Prices, itineraries, and other details subject to change!! Contact the trip chair if you have any questions about a particular trip.
Keystone, Colorado
November 25-30, 2003 (TSC Fall Roundup)
Trip Chair: Sue Benson Phone: 347-0490
e-mail: KeystoneTrip@AustinSkiers.org
Keystone is a brawny, purpose-built resort that has plenty of variety for skiers looking for everything from wide open cruising to challenging tree skiing. One of the first resorts in Colorado to open each autumn, Keystone Ski Area has three mountains stacked one behind the other. Keystone Mountain is known for its groomed, wide trails, perfect for families and beginners. North Peak boasts steep mogul covered runs, and smooth cruisers that cater to the more advanced skier. The Outback features gladed tree skiing and offers powder to adventurous intermediate and advanced skiers. The resort has a total of 22 lifts servicing the 116 ski trails. The Keystone ski pass also gives you access to nearby Vail, Breckenridge and Beaver Creek. Thank goodness for such a wonderful place to celebrate Thanksgiving!
Trip Price: (price quote)Lifts: 4/$120 24 participants
Winter Park, Colorado
December 16 - 21, 2003
December, 2003 (TSC Learn To Ski Week!)
Trip Chair: Gary Roth
e-mail: KeystoneTrip@AustinSkiers.org
Once again, the TSC is teaming with Winter Park to host a short week tailor made just for never-evers or novices! And what a better place than Winter Park Resort, just a quick hour bus ride from Denver! Winter Park's five major mountains provide all the skiing and boarding you can handle, and the early season time frame means few crowds and fewer dollars! So if you're a ski newbie, or even an expert who wants to come along with a newbie, this trip is for you! And a hint: you seasoned skiers might want use this week to learn how to snowboard (that counts here, too!). Price includes a 3-day all-mountain ticket (not just beginner areas!) and 3 days of lessons, equipment, and five nights lodging, this year right on the slopes in the superb Zephyr Condos! You need to get your own transportation (we have suggestions), and you can pay for a 4th day of skiing. Dates in negotiation, some time between Dec. 1 and 21. So grab that novice friend, or novices join up on your own, and enjoy a terrific taste of winter sports at Colorado's winter playground Winter Park!
Trip price: (price quote) (transportation not included!) Lifts: Included
Mt. Bachelor, Oregon
December 27-January 3, 2004
Trip Chair: Rainer Vanoni
e-mail: MtBachelorTrip@AsutinSkiers.org
Mt. Bachelor is one of the great legends of the Northwest. Located in central Oregon, Mt. Bachelor rises 9,065 feet from the high desert floor creating an endless winter from Thanksgiving to July! The mountain has an almost mythic reputation among purists for the quality of its snow a light, dry, high-desert powder unlike any other in this part of the world. Three hundred pristine inches a year dust 70 runs well distributed across 360 degrees of this extinct volcano. A comprehensive series of chairlifts gives access to the entire mountain covering powder chutes, forested trails, cruising runs, above-the-tree line snow fields with fun for every ability level. By careful design, beginner, intermediate and advanced terrain is accessible off most lifts so families and friends can enjoy their favorite type of skiing and still stay in the same general area to ride the lifts. With 3,686 acres of skiable terrain, you won't get bored with this majestic beauty. What a fabulous place to welcome in the New Year!
Trip Price: (price quote)Lifts: 5/$230 36 participants
Park City, Utah
January 3-10
Trip Chair: Kevin Juhl
e-mail: ParkCityTrip@AustinSkiers.org
Located just 35 minutes from the Salt Lake City airport, the old mining town of Park City offers easy access to three world-renowned resorts: Park City, Deer Valley and The Canyons. Together they offer over 8,500 skiable acres and hundreds of trails for all levels of skiers. As the home for the 2002 Winter Olympics, these ski resorts what were already some of the best facilities in North America. Park City offers a huge variety of advanced terrain, and Deer Valley has a reputation for impeccable service. The Canyons has expanded so aggressively that it is now the largest ski area in Utah and among the five largest in the U.S. The town's shuttle system makes it extremely easy to get to skiing, dining, nightlife and shopping. We'll be staying at the Park Station condos, on Main Street, near most of the restaurants, nightlife and just across from the Town Lift. Don't pass up the opportunity to go with us to one of North America's great snow destinations!
Trip Price: (price quote) Lifts: 5/$186 40 participants
Beaver Creek, Colorado
January 10-17 (TSC Traditional)
Trip Chair: Cindy Berry
e-mail: BeaverCreekTrip@AustinSkiers.org
Upscale and cultured, Beaver Creek has minimal crowds on its meticulously groomed, long, sweeping runs. Beaver Creek is a feast for the eyes and a delight for the senses. The resort is the product of a master plan, resulting in a unique combination of mountain and village environments. Designed as a premier mountain destination, Beaver Creek successfully combines western hospitality with the European charm of its pedestrian village. Beaver Creek Mountain was designed to accommodate skiers of all ability levels. Friendly staff greets you in the morning with warm cookies. Escalators deliver you to the lifts, which whisk you away to an astounding variety of terrain. For a change of pace, use your lift ticket at nearby Vail, Breckenridge or Keystone. We will be staying in ski in/out deluxe condominiums that are just a short walk to the renown Beaver Creek Village. Your Beaver Creek experience is a relaxed, winter vacation with the aura and refinements of premier European resorts.
Trip Price: (price quote) Lifts: 5/$185 36 participants
Snowmass, Colorado
January 17-24
Trip Chair: Tom Zimmermann
e-mail: SnowmassTrip@AustinSkiers.org
The four mountains of Aspen/Snowmass comprise one of the best-known ski resorts in the world. Snowmass is easily the largest of the four with over 3,000 acres of skiable terrain, and a 4,400-foot vertical drop. Terrain is varied here, though 55% is considered intermediate. Aspen Mountain (also known as Ajax) and Aspen Highlands are similar mountains, both over 3,200 vertical feet and each about 700 skiable acres. They are both geared toward advanced skiers. Buttermilk ski resort caters primarily to beginner and intermediate skiers. A free shuttle service interconnects each of these mountains, so you can experience multiple areas during your vacation. Snowmass Village is clearly built with access to the slopes in mind. The design is 'tiered', with multiple levels extending up the hillside. It has a number of restaurants, bars, pubs, and shops - plus many more in Aspen just 12 miles north. No long bus ride on this trip, we'll be flying directly into Aspen airport. Also our lodging in Snowmass is the Top of the Village ski in/ski out condos. You will be able to step outside, step into your skis and take off. Experience skiing the way it was meant to be!
Trip Price: ( price quote) Lifts: 5/$196 36 participants
Garmisch, Germany
January 24-February 1
Trip Chair: Wendy Buck
e-mail: GarmischTrip@AustinSkiers.org
Garmisch is a town that is rich in history and culture. Local people often dress in traditional styles and many of the older buildings are decorated with beautiful frescoes. It is Germany's premier winter sports center. At the top of Garmisch is the majestic Zugspitz, Germany's highest mountain (9,730'). It has over 4000 vertical feet of skiing, with terrain for all abilities. There are nearly 200 miles of trails in the area, spread across a dozen moderately sized resorts stretching over the Austrian border. Our hotel is located a short walk from the cog railway or aerial tram. In addition, lots of unique day excursions are planned, including fairy tale castles that even Walt Disney can't match. Experience Alpine skiing with a uniquely German flavor!
Trip Price:( price quote ) Lifts: 5/$160 36 participants
St. Moritz, Switzerland
January 23-31
Trip Chair: Carter Rowles
e-mail: StMoritizTrip@AustinSkiers.org
With elegance, prestige and variety unparalleled by any other resort, St. Moritz is the number one winter playground of the international jet set. Impressive choices of skiing on five major mountains surround the resort. 220 miles of meticulously groomed slopes are serviced by 65 lifts! The "dry, sparkling champagne climate" has become legendary - the famous sun of St. Moritz shines an average of 322 days a year. Après-ski is as fabulous as the skiing itself. Stylish cafés, gourmet restaurants, chic dance clubs, picturesque traditional Swiss pubs, a casino and some of the best shopping on the planet are among the options you'll enjoy after the lifts close. We'll be staying at the centrally located Hotel Hauser where the breakfast buffet and dinner are included each day. Enjoy the life style of the rich and famous on this fabulous European vacation!
Trip Price: ( price quote ) Lifts: 5/$174 22 participants
Kimberley-Fernie, British Columbia, Can.
February 21-28 (TSC Winter Shootout)
Trip Chair: Cherilyn Hack
e-mail: KimberleyTrip@AustinSkiers.org
Located within the spectacular Canadian Rockies and Purcell Mountain ranges of British Columbia, Kimberley Alpine Resort is renowned for long, groomed fall-line runs, un-crowded slopes, consistent snow conditions and an abundance of sunshine. Recent terrain expansion now makes Kimberley larger than Alta, Beaver Creek and many other major North American Resorts; with over 2,465 feet of vertical and 1800+ acres of terrain; the trip will include a day at Fernie. With an average annual snowfall of over 29 feet, Fernie Alpine Resort is a powder lover's dream! The 2500 acres of terrain, 2800 feet of vertical, 5 spectacular open bowls, ridges & glades provide endless adventure on this mountain. The city of Kimberley is known as the "Bavarian City of the Rockies" -the area combines old European flair with outstanding hospitality, set against a beautiful backdrop of mountain scenery. The downtown area is called the 'Platzl' and looks like a small alpine village, closed off to traffic. We will be staying at the Marriott Trickle Creek deluxe ski in/out condominiums. Kimberley is owned by the same company as Lake Louise, and we all know what a fabulous resort that is! The Kimberley adventure is too good to pass up!
Trip Price: ( price quote ) Lifts: 5/$149 32 participants
Reno/North Lake Tahoe
February 28-March 6 (long)
March 3-7 (short)
Trip Chair: Nancy Roth
e-mail: RenoTrip@AustinSkiers.org
There is a lot more to skiing Lake Tahoe than just the resorts on the south side of the lake. The north side offers fabulous resorts such as Squaw Valley, Northstar, Alpine Meadows and Mt. Rose. Squaw Valley offers 4,000 acres of lift-served terrain, an annual snow pack of more than 450 inches and an abundance of warm California sunshine almost 300 days of the year. To ensure time is spent skiing, not waiting in lift lines, Squaw is serviced by one of the most extensive lift networks in the world. Northstar's Mount Pluto and Lookout Mountain offer 70 trails covering 2,420 acres of downhill. Terrain ranges from gentle bowls to long, steep runs and is serviced by a modern network of lifts to get you up the mountain fast. Perched high on the Nevada side of the Sierras, Mt. Rose has the highest base elevation of any ski area at Lake Tahoe 8,260 feet. The lifts take you up to 9,700 feet, offering fantastic views of Lake Tahoe and Reno. Mt. Rose has more than 900 acres of skiable and rideable terrain. We will be staying at the Golden Phoenix Casino, right in the heart of Reno. Lots of restaurants and nightlife are within walking distance; our first stay in this fabulous town should be incredible. And speaking of incredible, wait till you see the price - you cannot afford to stay home!
Trip Price for Long: ( price quote ) Lifts: 5/$200 40 participants
Trip Price for Short: ( price quote ) Lifts: 3/$128 14 participants
Big Sky, Montana
March 13-20 (TSC Final Showdown)
Trip Chair: Doug Jordan
e-mail: BigSkyTrip@AustinSkiers.org
Big Sky is nestled in the Northern Rockies just 18 miles north of Yellowstone Park. The skiing at Big Sky is truly legendary - huge vertical and breathtaking scenery! The facts tell the story: 3 mountains, 3,600 skiable acres, 17 lifts, 400 inches annually of light, dry snow, no lift lines and the nation's second largest vertical drop of 4,350 feet. Two optional day trips are also planned. One is to the outstanding Bridger Bowl ski area (just ask anyone who skied there on our last trip what a great area that is). The other is an opportunity to tour Yellowstone, our nation's first and best-known national park, either by snowmobile or snow coach. We'll be staying in ski in/out condos, each with their own hot tub. Also in the condo complex is a lodge with spa, large outdoor hot tub, deli, and restaurant. On-call, free shuttle buses run until midnight for those emergency grocery or pub runs! Whether you're a seasoned Club vet or a newcomer who loves great skiing and gorgeous scenery, Big Sky should be your choice!
Trip Price: ( price quote ) Lifts: 5/$175 40 participants
Holland Bike & Barge Tour June 3 - 12
Trip Chair: Barbara Bobo
e-mail: HollandTrip@AustinSkiers.org
Explore the waterways, towns and countryside of Holland on a bicycle with a barge as your hotel. Former cargo barges, these vessels have been converted into passenger ships with restaurants serving breakfast, and dinner, and cabins with private baths and individual beds (no bunk beds). Each barge is staffed with experienced, friendly English-speaking crews providing a high standard of comfort and service. After breakfast pack a lunch from the buffet, then spend the day leisurely sightseeing using the bicycles provided. Tour guides and route notes help you find your way. In the afternoon return to your hotel/barge, which has moved down the canal to meet you. Bicycles are as much a part of Holland as tulips, windmills and clogs. They are so widely used, the Dutch make it is easy to tour by bike. Holland is flat and the cycling is easy. Trip price does include 3 meals daily, and your touring bicycle. This is the excuse you have been looking for to buy that new camera, so join us in seeing Europe in an entirely unique and different way.
Trip Price: ( price quote ) 24 participants
Western Caribbean Cruise
September 12-19 (TSC Summer Expedition)
Trip Chair: TBD - contact Gary Roth for more information
e-mail: CruiseTrip@AustinSkiers.org
Sail on Carnival's Elation. She's majestic. She's a marvel of imaginative design. And she's the largest "Fun Ship" floating resort to ever sail from Galveston to the Western Caribbean. The greater size of this ship means more clubs, lounges and deck space in other words, more room for more fun. On this week long "Fun from Texas" adventure; discover the beauty and hospitality of the Elation cruise liner. In addition to shore excursions at Progresso/Mérida, Cozumel and Belize, there are lots of activities on the ship and some of them will be just for the TSC. This is the perfect way to have fun and unwind at the end of the blazing hot Texas summer.
Trip Price: ( price quote ) 20 participants
There's a great scene in the Kafka classic holiday movie It's A Wonderful Life where Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed are dancing the Charleston, unaware that the high school floor they're on was ever retracting, courtesy of a jealous suitor's sabotage, and revealing the underlying swimming pool. The rest of the crowd knows it, and they start taking delight in watching the remaining couple dance closer and closer to the edge (and falling off), blissfully unaware of the peril. In fact they think the crowd's ooh's and aah's are for their dancing! Finally, after about three razor-thin "misses", they go back one final time and splash! disappear into the drink, followed ironically by the rest of the crowd who didn't realize the fun!
The thought occurred that running a volunteer ski club today is much like that scene. We're ever "dancing back and forth" between the next item of good news and, well, not so good news. Putting trips together nowadays is an exercise in patience and negotiation. Since 9/11, the travel world as practically been stood on its head. Ski brokers, tours, resorts, and activities companies all seem to want their money earlier and earlier; airlines seem to want to commit later and later. Group bookings are often much harder to accomplish in these days of reduced schedules and airline bankruptcy threats (talk about their own "dancing on edge"!). I can pretty much remember when joining the Club some nine years ago, that prices seem to be set in June, and barely if at all fluctuated. Not today. It seems like there's always another wrench in the works, or some "hidden cost" or airline change that mucks something up one way or another; or what is promised as an attractive activity or great lodging sometimes goes completely bust. There's been so much "dancing on edge" in the last few years when putting together our trips, it would make your head spin!
The ski industry has shown this to some degree. One popular trend has been to schedule summer trips, or "sightseeing" winter excursions to places with marginal skiing but lots of culture. While this is clearly acceptable and in some cases the only lifeblood for the ski club, we in Austin are fortunate. Our Club's membership has remained steady, actually slightly increased, in the past 5 years while many clubs have seen decreases. We still put more than 400 people on planes and buses for ski trips per year, most to pure ski destinations. We seem to be financially in sound shape, at times when other clubs are struggling.
So what's the point? I guess two things: First, that we are very fortunate to have such a great Executive Committee doing all this "edge dancing" for the members, and second, that we appreciate you members, especially during those times when things get mucked up, delayed, or more expensive (who likes expensive surprises?). Most of the time, this comes through in "unexpected" price changes, new hoops you have to crawl through, or incomplete answers (of course, sometimes it delightfully comes back in refunds!). But as an EC member now in my 6th year, I can tell you these things: first, you can't believe the superb hands your Club is in currently our board members are incredibly competent; and second, we will always keep our responsibility to you in mind that it's your money we're handling, and we strive to spend and use it frugally and wisely, without compromising quality where we can. Some of our board members make it a personal mission to get the best deal for you, and I can't tell you how many times at EC meetings the refrain is "for the members." The current successes of our Club are a two-way street, and both members and the Board are doing their part. I hope you all realize that when you might get a seemingly unwelcome change or new course of action for trips. I mean, it's all kind of worth it in the end. The feeling I had when skiing virtually alone in almost knee-deep powder on a cold, brilliantly, penetratingly blue sunny day in Vail's Siberian and Far East Bowls last year makes these efforts (and even temporary headaches) more than worth it. Just like those dancers in the movie, what seems at time a problem or roadblock might just turn out to be the best thing after all!
Items of interest: remember that this is your last newsletter if you haven't renewed membership!... also see p. 8 regarding the photo contest, and please, please send us some of your best shots from last year's trips (contact Webmaster Kevin Juhl for more)several trips are already full, and a few others are close, so get your checks in!
Continue Your Membership!
If you haven't
yet renewed your membership (or become a new member), this will be the last
newsletter you receive! Be sure to join up now! See the membership application
on p. 2 for prices and information. You can e-mail Membership V.P. Donna
Peterman at membership@austinskiers.org or call her at 346-6236
to re-join. In most cases you can just send payment without filling out another
application unless your personal information has changed (and you can often just
let her know that, too!).
Also, it's time for the directory to be finalized for printing! Expect to
see the new year's directory by mid-November, but first be sure your phone,
address, and e-mail information is correct (use the mailing label with this
newsletter to verify accuracy)! If you have any questions or corrections, e-mail
Membership V.P. Donna Peterman at membership@austinskiers.org or
call her at 346-6236 to confirm your information if desired. You need to
do so by September 12 for the newsletter and by October 10 for the
Directory. You'll also have the opportunity at the September 9th meeting to do
this in person.
Time's Running Out to Advertise in the Directory!
If you own or are part of a business, be sure also to be a part of our Club Members' Directory, which is a great deal a year's worth of continual advertising at a month's price! For as little as $25 you can broadcast your business to hundreds (or more) pairs of eyes! But you need to hurry; the deadline for Directory advertising is October 15, 2003! Our standard size page is 8.5 x 11 (regular letter sized paper), grayscale format (color ads work and easily can be translated to grayscale), and full, half, or quarter page, or business card sizes are available. Ads can be electronically mailed as well - tiff or jpeg are the preferred formats.
We're also continuing to accept appropriate ads for the newsletter on an ongoing basis. Ad format is the same as for the directory, and deadlines are the 15th of the month preceding the issue in which you want the ad to run. The newsletter features discounts for running multiple months as well. So, c'mon, get noticed! Advertise today! For more information, rates, and further instructions regarding newsletter or directory advertising, contact Marketing V.P.
Marcia Honeycutt (e-mail marketing@austinskiers.org). Technical questions about the ad format can be addressed to Tere Ayson, e-mail publications@austinskiers.org .
So You Want To Be In Pictures?
And we want to print your best shots!
Austin Skiers is proud to announce our 2nd Annual Photo Contest.
(Ok, it's been a few years since we had our first annual.) The rules are fairly simple take pictures on Austin
Skiers' trip or Special Activity and enter
them in one of the categories listed below:
· Most Scenic · Best Group
· Best Skiing · Most Humorist
· Most Unique
More rules will follow, but you must be an Austin Skiers member to enter. Pictures are eligible for entry if taken on a trip or activity between June 2003 through March 2004. The last day for submission is March 31, 2004. All submissions will be posted to the Austin Skiers webpage.
This will be your chance to Sell some of your "ski stuff" that you don't need anymore or Buy some "ski stuff" at a really good price! Members are encouraged to bring ski related items & be a part of our SWAP SHOP. You can buy, sell or trade on. Tuesday, September 9 (Club's Monthly meeting). Bring items labeled with price, size and your name.
Happy Hour -
The Tavern, 922 W. 12th St.
Sept 6 Blind Taste Test Wine Tasting(IV)
Sept 9 Monthly meeting at the Red Lion Hotel
Sept 13 Peter Pan Mini Golf
Sept 20 Westcave Preserve/lunch at Rosie's Tamale House
Happy Hour - Matt’s El Rancho –
2613 S. Lamar (on the patio)
Oct 2 – First Thursday on South Congress
Oct 11 – Oktoberfest in Walburg
Oct 31 – Halloween Party
For questions on Special Activities, contact Rhonda Keenan, Activities V.P. at activities@austinskiers.org
Austin Skiers supports TSC and our own sponsors:
Remember Our Ongoing Activities!
Anyone interested in doing occasional bicycling tours should contact Kevin Collins, who will be leading biweekly or monthly outings. And for you roller skaters/bladers out there, contact Marcia Honeycutt if you want to join a weekly outing.
Cap'n Hank Miller says that it's time to shimmy up the mainsail and scrub the poop deck, he'll be organizing occasional weekend Sailing excursions on the lake. If you want to be a first mate, contact Hank by e-mail at hank@pop3.realtime.net. Please contact Rhonda Keenan if you are interested and we'll see about setting up this activity sometime in the near future.
Get "Teed Off" At
Another Season of Golf!
With all the wet winter weather, the golf courses are looking spectacular, and yes, golf season is starting. We'll play every week as long as the warm weather lasts (into next fall), after work, usually at a discount for nine holes before sunset. Details about which day(s) of the week, tee times, locations, and other information are coming together, but if you want to get started, contact Cindy Swannack who can give you more information on the next outing. Note: it's important that you talk to Cindy to get on the e-mailing/calling roster, because just showing up without pre-reserving is highly discouraged! Look for this to be included under the "ongoing activities" in future issues!
Blind Taste Test, Wine Tasting(IV)
Saturday, Sept 6 - The fourth rendition of this popular event will take place at Tere Ayson house at 7:00pm with the wine tasting beginning at 7:30pm. The focus will be on wines found south of the equator. Bring a bottle of wine and an appetizer (or one bottle and appetizer per couple - anyone can be a couple!) and we'll sample them unidentified then reveal what's what. As usual, there will be a prizes for the best and the worst vintages. This is limited to 20 people, so yet your $5 to Tere Ayson by August 30 or the cost goes up to $7 after that date. For more information contact Tere at publications@austinskiers.org.
Saturday, Sept 13 - . Yes, we can do this, remember those warm summer nights playing putt-putt as a kid? Well, you're never too old to be a kid again. Meet at 7:30pm and play 18 holes for $5 per person. 1207 Barton Springs Rd. 472-1033. Maybe we will grab a bite to eat or beer at the 19th hole near by, and the winner will have the bragging rights until the next time. For more information contact Rhonda Keenan at activities@austinskiers.org
Westcave Preserve/Lunch at Rosie's Tamales House
Saturday, Sept 20 - . Public tour(limited to the first 30 visitors) begins at 10am, gate opens at 9:30am. Adult $4, children $2, family $10. Located 30 miles west of downtown Austin. This 30 acres preserve is a natural wonder and the Hill Country treasure, a breathtaking cave formation with waterfalls and deep pools, carpeted with lush vegetation and teaming with wildlife. Tours allow visitors to view these natural formations along with the variety of natural vegetation. From Austin travel west on Hwy. 71 to the village of Bee Cave, Turn left on Ranch Road 3238, also known as Hamilton Pool Rd. Travel 14.5 miles on Hamilton Pool Rd. to the Pedernales River. Westcave Preserve is the first gate on your right after crossing the river. For more information on the preserve call Ph(830) 825-3443. After the tour join us for lunch at Rosie's Tamales House on Hwy. 71. For more information about this outing contact Rhonda Keenan at activities@austinskiers.org .
First Thursday on South Congress
Oct 2 – Join us after happy hour on South Congress Avenue where merchants of the historic, pedestrian-friendly avenue keep their doors open until 10pm (and in some cases later) playing host to an array of events and activities. Experience the Austin vibe at its best! Parking is available at the Austin American Statesman lot at Congress and Riverside. Orange dillo buses provide free rides every 10 minutes from front of the fabulous furniture store, Your Living Room, between 6:30 – 11:00pm.
Oct 11 – Located in gently rolling hills about 8 miles off IH35 north of Georgetown at the corner of FM 972 and FM 1105. Once you hit town it’s pretty hard to miss; it’s the only place with a packed parking lot at sunset. Enjoy homestyle German food and beer in the historic Walburg Mercantile. Behind the mercantile building, a converted cotton gin serves as a tented beer hall with dancing and live music provided by the Walburg Boys. Please RSVP by October 3 to Rhonda Keenan at activities@austinskiers.org
Oct 31 – more information to come
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August Door Prize Winners
| Austin Skiers shirt | Paula Parker |
| Steamboat Cap | Gary Roth |
| Breckenridge Cap | Sharon Hogue |
| T-shirt | Jack Hall |
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President Mike Hagye
president@austinskiers.org
V.P. Trips Gary Roth trips@austinskiers.org
V.P. Trip Planning Cindy Berry tripplanning@ austinskiers.org
V.P. Programs Jon Martin programs@ austinskiers.org
V.P. Marketing Marcia Honeycutt marketing@austinskiers.org
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V.P. Special Activities Rhonda Keenan activities@austinskiers.org
Secretary Linda Raymer secretary@ austinskiers.org
Treasurer Wendy Buck treasurer@ austinskiers.org
V.P. Publications Tere Ayson publications@ austinskiers.org
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Past President Doug Jordan pastpres@ austinskiers.org
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Cindy Carlson director1@ austinskiers.org
Cindy Swannack director2@austinskiers.org
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