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A Social Club For Snow Skiers and Sports Enthusiasts
November 2003
Texas Ski Council Member
Contents
From the Editor
Date and time: Tuesday, November 11, 2003, 7 - 9 P.M.
Location: Sail & Ski Sports
12971 Research Blvd. (Exit Spicewood Springs/McNeil Rd.)258-0733
Program: New Gear & Clothing
Light refreshment
TSC Winter Shootout
February 21 - 28, 2004
Trip Chair: Cherilyn Hack
e-mail: KimberleyTrip@AustinSkiers.org
Date: February 21 - 28, 2004
Kimberley Alpine Resort is growing, thanks to the recent investments made by Resorts of the Canadian Rockies. The T-bar to the top has been replaced by a high-speed quad chair, right next to the fabulous Trickle Creed Residence Inn by Marriott. And there are four more lodges planned for the future. So, now is the best time to visit this world-class ski terrain, before it is discovered and becomes crowded.
Kimberley has 67 runs serviced by nine chair lifts in its 1800 acres of terrain. The be-ginners will have access to both mountains, with 20% green trails providing the "easiest way down". The 45% blue terrain consists of wide open cruisers on the front mountain, and some that crisscross the eastern mountain. Another 35% is black, available for the adventurous and expert skier. Everything from the Vortex, a natural half-pipe, full of powder, to the legendary bumps on The Easter. To get a true feel for the area, take a complementary mountain tour every morning or afternoon, led by the resort's Guest Guides. Enjoy the sunshine, Purcell mountain range powder and uncrowded conditions on the slopes while you ski. Or, sleep in or shop and ski later with night skiing offered Thursday through Saturday from 5:00 - 9:30 p.m.
Included in our trip is one day of more great skiing at Fernie, known for its legendary powder and limitless terrain. With 2500 skiable acres, including 5 spectacular open bowls, plus ridges and glades, there is something for everyone from extreme skiing to unbeatable soft cruising. This resort is 30% green, 40% blue and 30% black.
Known as the "Bavarian City of the Rockies", Kimberley combines welcoming hospitality and old European charm. The town center, called the Platzl, has the continent's largest free standing Cuckoo Clock and is a closed off area for pedestrians only. There is a mixture of excellent gift shops, unique restaurants, and live entertainment all around. Your dining experience can range from The Schnitzel House, serving nine varieties of schnitzel to Savoury Tapas for appetizers galore to Sun Tan Dan's pits on the mountain where you can enjoy sun, beer and whatever you choose to throw on the grill.
We will be staying at the Trickle Creek Residence Inn by Marriott. These are full-service, upscale accommodations with your choice of studio, one- or two-bedroom condos, all with spectacular view of the Rocky Mountains or the world-class ski slopes.. A free hot continental breakfast will be provided each day. The amenities include a pool and hot tub area with a heated deck and is located next to the high-speed quad for getting up the mountain each day. There is also an exercise room if you're not too tired from the slopes. Trickle Creek will house the TSC activities. Race clinic will be offered Monday and our Beach Party Theme award dinner Thursday night.
The Kimberley area offers a variety of other activities for you to try. The Trickle Creek Winter Adventure Park has snowshoe trekking, ice skating, and you can even watch or join in a hockey game. Plus there are over 20 miles of cross-country skiing trails to traverse. The TSC is putting together a bunch of optional activities from Casino night with dinner on Monday(about 20 minutes away) to a pub crawl later in the week or try Dinner and a Murder Mystery on Friday. You can also visit Fort Steele a mid to late 1800s settlement founded by frontiersmen looking for god. Maybe even a second day skiing at Fernie.
With all of these great opportunities for fun and the American dollar having greater buying power in Canada, there just no excuse for not going to Kimberley with the Austin Skiers.
THIRD ANNUAL AUSTIN SKIERS' GOLF TOURNAMENT
By Mary Gasal
Located in the hill country, just north of Austin, the golf club at Crystal Falls had vistas that were spectacular. The local floracedar and more cedarcombined with the local faunadeer, wild turkeys, snakes and tarantulas completed the ambience. On October 18, nineteen intrepid golfers joined together under blue skies and chased a tiny elusive white ball. We chased it uphill, downhill, behind rocks, under rocks, in water and through trees. Frequently, the little sucker was completely misplaced and we got to use another......and another.......and yet, another!
Christine Montoya raced around in her golf cart, over vales and over dells, using her photographic skills to document this momentous occasion. Martin Destefano donated his home for the celebration that followed. Located near the golf course (kinda) we were in an Italian villa out under the stars, the temperature was perfect and food, drink, and merriment were shared by all. Terry Champion and Janice Kaczmarek provided the exquisite cuisineItalian of course! And in the end, one team emerged triumphant, although the others were close behind.
The Winners:
Jerry Sexton won the men's longest drive with over 325 yards!!
Charles Gordon claimed the men's closest to the pin.
Sue McGraw earned the women's longest drive.
Cindy Swannack took the women's closest to the pin.
First place team:
Jerry Sexton,
Bryan Ice,
Otis Sikes,
Mary Gasal (Otis and I agree that Jerry and Bryan carried the day and pulled us along!)
The other teams were:
Martin Destefano, Frank Karner, Cindy Carlson, Lynette Saunders
Jim Davis, Cindy Swannack, Kevin Mazurkiewicz, John Kimbrough
Will Edwards, Carlos Montoya, Gabe Ayson
Vince Leonardo, Vicki Leonardo, Charles Gordon, Sue McGraw
The chosen charity this year was Capital Area Food Bank. Over ten sacks of food, and nearly $200 were raised by this event. Many thanks to Crystal Falls Golf Course; Larry Reeder who helped coordinate, Grant Collyns who helped with the contests, and the head teaching pro, Paul Mosley who donated his time and went amongst the participants spreading pearls of wisdom. I never did see these men snicker! Martin, Christine, Terry, Janice and all my fellow golfers, you made the event a success!!!!
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
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: ( price quote ) Lifts: 5/$200 40 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 77 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
One of the worst songs ever? Barry Manilow's "I Made It Through The Rain" has to be considered. Awful just terrible! Yet, much as I tried to block it out, this song kept coming to mind when I considered this month's topic. For that title really seems to sum up the state of the ski industry this year. The National Ski Areas Association (NSAA, yes there is such an organization!) commissioned a study of the ski industry last year. And the results were surprising! Despite the precipitous travel drop off after 9/11, the struggling economy of the past 3 years, the Iraq war, and rising insurance costs, the ski industry showed remarkable resiliency, even growth! In fact, last year (2002-03) saw the most successful year ever in terms of number of skier visits, with over 57 million! And, as a microcosm of this, we can thank our snowboarder friends for making the industry strong. While skiers have remained healthy, yet even in number of ski visits (about 40 million), snowboarders have seen their numbers increase from just over 4 million in 1992 to a whopping 17 million last year! And, think all these boarders are X-games, headphone listening, slacker-leaning kids? Think again, Sherlock! Integral to this increase is the 25-44 year old group, which accounts for fully one-third of total boarders! Also it looks like Gen-Y (under 17's) are coming back into the ski world whereas their Gen-X parents (20-43) stayed away in the '90s. And, through the development of newer equipment, improved lesson programs, child care centers, faster lifts, and slicker marketing, those vital, core baby-boomers who make up over 2/3 of the ski crowd stayed in the sport, even as their aching bodies have aged!
Wow, I can't ever remember a rosier forecast as we get into the new ski year! The ski industry apparently listened to their potential customers, and according to this report, has come through. In the future look for continued improvements (and in some cases, lower prices!) to integrate ski life with fun life. Go for it!
IRS Audit Equally healthy is our own Club! Our trip numbers are even a bit ahead of last year's great pace, despite a sketchy economy! And our financial standing is terrific and now we know for sure! I'm sure some of you had heard rumors of an IRS audit for the Club, and wondered why if I was possibly embezzling money, I would wear such crummy clothes! Actually, a corporate audit was triggered by an impersonal mechanism based upon our tax filings, based upon a very minor, completely unintentional omission in several past tax returns. To make a real, real, real long story short, a few of us met with an IRS agent for an audit October 15. The audit went very well, and the agent was in and out in 2 hours. He was very friendly, and explained that the type of organization we were required that we have certain kinds of income taxed (i.e. we are not a completely tax-free organization, though we're non-profit). What it amounts to is that we need to back pay a very small amount of money (under $300 for two years' worth of audits)- and no penalty! I can also tell you that the process by which these taxes are figured is extremely complex, and we'll probably have an accountant help out in the future but now we know what Uncle Sam requires and are in compliance. We in the EC feel it is our fiduciary responsibility to keep you informed of these matters, and to be responsible for maintaining a well-run organization. We also thank the IRS agent for his cordial (yes, cordial!) guidance and assistance. If you have any questions about, or would like to see the paperwork on, this audit (are you nuts??) please let me know.
From the Editor......
Fall! What a great time of year. The weather is finally comfortable enough to play outside; the holidays are near with all the wonderful foods; and ski season is just around the corner. Just to get you in the holiday spirit, here is a little Thanksgiving quiz. Test your knowledge of this traditional American holiday.
1. What year did the Pilgrims have their first Thanksgiving Feast?
| a. 1619 | b. 1620 | c. 1621 | d. 1935 |
2. What food was probably NOT on the Pilgrims' Thanksgiving table?
| a. Potatoes | b. Corn | c. Fish | d. Dried Fruit |
3. The Horn of Plenty, or Cornucopia, which symbolizes abundance, originated in what country?
| a. Holland | b. Greece | c. America | d. Iran |
4. What president didn't like the idea of having a national Thanksgiving Day?
| a. Washington | b. Nixon | c. Truman | d. Jefferson |
5. Who is credited with leading the crusade to establish Thanksgiving Day?
| a. Sarah Jessica Park | b. Sarah Lee | c. Sarah Josepha Hale | d. Sarah Ferguson |
6. Which president first established the date of Thanksgiving as a national celebration?
| a. Jefferson | b. Adams | c. Lincoln | d. Wilson |
7. Which president moved the date of Thanksgiving twice?
| a. Lincoln | b. T. Roosevelt | c. F. D. Roosevelt | d. Eisenhower |
8. The reason Thanksgiving was moved up a week was.
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Answers. If you got 8 correct then you are really up on your Thanksgiving holiday and go straight to the head of the class. Got 5-7 correct, then you are about average in the holiday knowledge. 3-4 correct, then you need to just eat turkey all day and watch football. Less than 3 correct, then you are probably not a Native American, but eat turkey and watch football anyway. It the traditional thing to do. Happy Thanksgiving and keep thinking SNOW!!!
Tere
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!
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
The Rules:
1. You must be an Austin Skiers member to enter contest.
2. Pictures are eligible for entry if taken on an Austin Skiers' trip or AS activity between June 2003 through March 2004.
3. Photos taken on trips or activities prior to June 2003 are not eligible.
4. There is no limit on the number of pictures you can enter for each category or the number of categories.
5. Pictures may not be returned to submitter.
6. Each photo submission must state your name, the trip or activity where taken, and category of entry.
7. A picture can only be entered into one category. The same photo is not eligible for multiple categories.
8. The first day of submission is today!
9. The last day for submission is March 31, 2004.
10. All submissions will be posted to the Austin Skiers website.
11. Winners will be published in the AS newsletter in May 2004.
12. The decision of the judges is final.
13. There could be more rules to come.
Happy Hour - Joe's Crabshack,
600 E. Riverside Drive - 441-1010
Nov 8 - Hike/Bike the Barton Creek Greenbelt
Nov 11 - Monthly Meeting at Sail & Ski
Nov 22 - Pool, Shuffleboard, and Movie Night.
Happy Hour - Cozymel's
10000 Research Blvd.(Arboretum) - 241 - 1962
Dec 6 - Blind Taste Test, Wine Tasting(V)
Dec 9 - Monthly Meeting
Dec 11 - Zilker Christmas Tree/Trail of Lights
Dec 14 - Christmas Gospel Brunch with a Texas Twist
Dec 31 - News Year's Eve Party(more information to come)
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. 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!
Nov 8, Saturday - start getting those legs in shape for the ski season! Meet at the Loop 360 access point to the greenbelt at 10am. From this access point follow the trail through a thick forest of junipers and oaks that passes a popular rock climbing spot, crosses the creek at Three Falls (a well liked swimming hole), past Airman's Cave and Gus Fruh Pool. From Campbell's Hole to Zilker Park the trail follows a wide, fairly smooth old ranch access road. Total hike is approximately 6 miles. Be sure to bring along water and wear comfortable hiking shoes. Afterwards join us for lunch at Shady Grove on Barton Springs Road. For more information, contact Rhonda Keenan at activities@austinskiers.org.
Pool, Shuffleboard and Movie Night
Nov 22, Saturday - Where can you watch a movie and play pool/shuffleboard too? Come Saturday, November 22 to the clubhouse/theater at The Lodge at Stone Oak Ranch apartments. The Italian Job will be showing at 7:30pm in the 32-seat theater. Popcorn will be provided but this will be a BYOB event and feel free to bring snacks. You can also enjoy pool or shuffleboard during or after the movie. The Lodge is located at 5400 W. Parmer Lane, approximately 2 miles west of Mopac. For more information, contact Rhonda Keenan at activities@austinskiers.org.
Dec 6, Saturday - It's back and only gets better! Join us once again on Saturday for the Blind Taste Test, Wine Tasting (V). The fifth rendition of this popular event will take place at the apartment clubhouse of Rhonda Keenan at 7:00pm with the wine tasting beginning at 7:30pm. The focus for this event will be on Texas wines. Bring a bottle of your favorite Texas 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 prizes for the best and worst vintages. Get your $5 to Rhonda Keenan by December 4. The Lodge at Stone Oak Ranch is located at 5400 W. Parmer Lane, approximately 2 miles west of Mopac. For more information, contact Rhonda Keenan at activities@austinskiers.org.
Zilker Christmas Tree/Trail of Lights
Dec 11, Thursday - Enjoy the magic of Christmas at one of Austin's favorite annual holiday traditions. Join us after happy hour or meet us at Zilker Park (7:00pm) as we "spin" under the tree and then sip some hot chocolate as we make our way down the mile long display of extravagant lights. For more information, contact Rhonda Keenan at activities@austinskiers.org.
Christmas Gospel Brunch with a Texas Twist
Dec 14, Sunday - In the tradition of a New Orleans style gospel brunch, Gruene Hall will be serving up awe-inspiring gospel music coupled with a mouth-watering buffet. This Christmas season's performance will include traditional cowboy and Christmas gospel tunes offered by featured entertainers. Tickets can be purchased online at www.gruenehall.com, by calling 830/629-5077 or in person at Gruene Hall. Cost is $19.50 for adults and $9.50 for children. Location: 1281 Gruene Road. For more information, please contact Cindy Berry at tripplanning@ austinskiers.org.
Dec 31, Wednesday - New Year's Eve Party more information to come in next months newsletter.
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See what's news for the TSC in their online "Inside" newsletter. This contains key events, info, and goings on which just might be relevant to you and a TSC trip you're on. To view the latest issue, just go to their link at http://www.texas-ski.org/insidetsc-news/inside-tsc.htm . The TSC appreciates your continued support!
October Door Prize Winners
Many thanks to Sun and Ski Sports for the wonderful door prizes they donated.
The lucky winners were:
| $75 Sun & Ski Gift Certificate | Becky Douglas |
| $25 Sun & Ski Gift Certificate | Vicki Leonardo |
| Goggles | Kevin Collins |
| Hot Chili's | Pat Shirejian |
| Hot Chili's | Mary Gasal |
8 = d, 7 = c, 6 = c, 5 = c, 4 = d, 3 = b, 2 = a, 1 = c
A non-profit ski club
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
V.P. Membership Donna Peterman membership@ austinskiers.org
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
Webmaster Kevin Juhl skiwebmaster@ austinskiers.org
Past President Doug Jordan pastpres@ austinskiers.org
Board of Directors
Cindy Carlson director1@ austinskiers.org
Cindy Swannack director2@austinskiers.org
The Austin Skiers' newsletter is published monthly, 12 issues per year. Subscription is included with payment of yearly membership fee. Articles and correspondence should be addressed to the Editor by e-mail at publications@austinskiers.org or by phone (see above). Deadline for submission is the 15th of each month. Send issues regarding the Club Web site to skiwebmaster@austinskiers.org. For more information on the next Club meeting or other related activities, contact any of the following:
Austin Skiers Hotline 335-3662
E-mail: skimail@austinskiers.org
Web site: http://www.austinskiers.org
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