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1 The January 2017 Volume LXXXI, Number 1 EDGE Newsletter of The Join us For A Sunday Bus to Mt. Snow Beginning in January, HVCS will offer Sunday bus transportation for select day skiing at Mt Snow. Sit back and enjoy the ride to Mt Snow in safety and comfort. Travel from the Hudson Valley on a 55 passenger luxury motor coach chartered from Tonche Transportation of Mount Tremper. Arrive at Mt Snow relaxed and ready to ski! The 7 Sunday dates in 2017 to catch the bus are: January 22 February 5, 19, & 26 March 12 & 26 There will be 3 area pick-up spots and times: Bus leaves 6:00 am Highland Park & Ride Routes 9W and 299. Bus leaves 6:35 am Kingston Park & Ride Route I587 NYS Thruway Exit 19. Bus leaves 7:00 am Saugerties Park & Ride, RT 32 oppposite NYS Thruway Exit 20 S. Bus will arrive at Mt Snow approximately 9:00 am. Return bus loading will begin at 3:00 pm, and departure from Mt. Snow will be at 3:30 SHARP. Don t take that last run unless you want to walk home! If you are not a member but want to take advantage of club member pricing, fill out a Membership Application and Waiver and Release of Liability along with a check made out to Hudson Valley Ski Club for the appropriate dues. Bring the forms and check to the bus. Sufficient seats must be sold by 10 days before the trip date to insure the trip will proceed. In the event of a trip cancellation full refunds will promptly be issued. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted on the bus. Please respect other passengers rights to a quiet and enjoyable trip. To see schedule and register, go to the HVSC website. Questions? BusAdmin@HudsonValleySkiClub.org The bus will arrive in Saugerties approximately 5:45 pm, Kingston 6:00 pm, Highland 6:30 pm. Pricing is very reasonable. Peak Resorts Explorer and Drifter season passholders only need to purchase bus fare. Nonpass holders can include a group lift ticket for only $40 more. For Hudson Valley (HVSC) and Trailsweepers (TSSC) Ski Club Members Bus only $38.00, Bus w/lift $78.00 (A valid Member Number must be supplied for each individual ticket registration and membership card shown when boarding the bus) General Public Bus only, $58.00, Bus w/lift, $ Inside... Club Info Club Events Ski Trips Calendar... 18

2 2 Club Information Club Officers President: Vice-President: Secretary: Treasurer: Sergeant at Arms: Board of Directors Keith Faucher Pat Marsh Committee Chairs Budget and Finance: Constitution: Frank Van Zanten Jeff Elwyn Charles Shanes Jim Gahn Pat Cummins Rich Partridge Cindi Millsap Pat Cummins John Macek Events: Gwen Cardarelli & Ellen Kelly Instruction: Mark Searle Marketing/Publicity: Craig Goldstein Social Media Coordinator: Vacant Meeting Programs: Membership Services: Vacant Pete Gray Sub-Chair: Welcoming, Mentoring, Retention: Susan Eschbach Newsletter: Website: Ski Council/Discount Tix: Ski Trips: Melanie Michon John Macek Jim Gahn Jeff Elwyn Contact information is available in the Online Membership Directory on the club website. Or queries may be sent to President s Message Here we are... at the start of a new year, a new snow season, and a calendar full of trips and other on-snow events. 22 Trails * 100% Snowmaking * 3 Quad Lifts * Close to home! Club Events Congratulations to Jeff Elwyn and his trip planning committee for having selected trips which appear to have great appeal. Chamonix, Park City and Mount Snow are now Waiting List only, and Gore, Sugarbush and Attitash all appear to be at Go status. To help you get the most out of this season, explore this issue of The Edge for information about Vermont s revitalized Magic Mountain, a new Wednesdays On Snow program, our traditional ski improvement days, Lift Ticket Lotto, and how to find discounted lift tickets. When you re not skiing and riding give some thoughts to the needs of your club, which include (1) a person who will take responsibility for planning informative, entertaining programs at meetings, (2) an assistant for our treasurer, and one or more members to serve on the nominating committee. Our bylaws require this committee to be composed of the two directors not up for reelection (Keith Faucher and Rich Partridge), a non-board regular member leader appointed by the president, and any other members willing to participate. Here s your chance to influence your club s future. Let me hear from you. And, finally, to see the club s big picture, take a look at our budget on Pg 8. Happy New Year! And don t stop dancing... snow dancing, that is! SKI CLUB MEMBERS SAVE! $20 to $25 OFF! Frank Van Zanten Lift Tickets $40 $20 Most Weekends & Holidays* Monday- Friday (exluding all holiday periods) Save up to $10 on Rentals & $20 on Lessons. Family members save too. *Offer NOT Valid Jan & Feb , Show your Ski Club ID at Groups Booth. No advanced purchase necessary. 380 State Road, Great Barrington, MA

3 Club Info 3 Wednesdays on Snow Introducing Wednesdays on Snow, a new HVSC Program. Looking for someone to ski with during the week? Join friends (members and non-members) for this new program as we ski & snowboard the diverse trails at several ski resorts. Throughout the season, we will visit Windham, Hunter, Jiminy, Belleayre, Thunder Ridge, Catamount, Plattekill, and others. Wednesday Ski Dates: Jan 4...Thunder Ridge Jan 11...Windham Jan 18...Hunter Jan 25...Jiminy Feb 1...Catamount Free ski lessons may be available with advance request and availability of instructors. Check the HVSC Facebook page for weekly details. Sign up with Herb Eschbach so we know whom to expect. An will be sent our a few days ahead listing meeting times and places, a roster so you could possibly share a ride, or for last minute updates. docherbe@optonline.net Cell (845) Ski Improvement Days Keep your skiing skills fresh at one or more of our ski club s Free Lesson Days, conducted by certified professional ski instructors. Never been skiing? Want to learn how to ski so you can keep us with friends? Sign up to take lessons at one of our Ski Improvement Days. This season s schedule of opportunities to enhance your skills will be on both weekdays and weekends (Fridays, Sundays, and Mondays). The dates will coincide with Potter Bros Discount Flex Tickets program. Monday, Jan 2 at Jiminy Peak will be our first Ski Improvement Day of the New Year. Lift tickets should be purchased in advance from a local Potter Bros. Ski Shop for $43.95 a great deal! (Lift tickets cannot be purchased the day of the event at the Potter Brothers shop at Jiminy Peak) We will meet at 9 am in Jiminy s JJ s Lodge (cafeteria floor), the bldg on the left as you climb the stairs going towards the lifts. If you plan to participate in the Ski Improvement Day, contact Herb Eschbach at docherbe@optonline.net or (845) , and indicate your approximate level of skiing. We will provide a list of participants a day ahead in case you would like to contact others to carpool, or for any last minute updates. The next scheduled Ski Improvement Days will be: Friday Jan 13 at Belleayre ($35.95) Sunday Jan 22 at Windham ($49.95) Friday Feb 3 at Belleayre ($35.95)

4 4 Club Info It s Your Website - Use It! HudsonValleySkiClub.org is your one place to go for all things HVSC. Want to view a current or past edition of The Edge, Just click on the Newsletters tab and pick the one you want. Need to see where the club s ski trips are going and when, or need a Trip Registration form, the Skiing tab has them and more. An updated list of lift ticket discounts is on the Discounts tab. Renewing your membership? Guess what? Information and forms are available through the Membership tab. Check out the Events Calendar to see a schedule of upcoming club activities. Click on an event that interests you for more information and even maps. Yep, it s all there via the Events tab. Keep in touch with fellow members by using the Membership Directory in the Members Only tab. The password on the back of your membership card will allow you entry. Check the HVSC Facebook page to connect with members on current club events and happenings. Want to hike, bike, or hit the slopes for a day but need a ski buddy? Post the details and find other club members to join you. Don't go it alone, that's why you joined a club! Planning an outing? Post on our Facebook page and invite your HVSC friends! Northeast Snow Report New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine Check out the latest conditions at your favorite mountain! See member photos of club events on the Photos tab. See how simple and quick, the clear yet descriptive navigation tabs make access to a wealth of club information. If you see a need for improvements to the content or visual appeal of our website, please let us know. John Macek, Web Guy john@jfmacek.com Meeting Update! There will NOT be a meeting on February 15th due to the Mt. Snow trip.

5 Club Info 5 Lift Ticket Lotto The club holds Lift Ticket Lotto contests at each club meeting during the ski season, as a means of generating some revenue for the club. Several local ski areas have given the club lift tickets in exchange for ads in the newsletter. We will be giving away lift tickets to different ski areas at each meeting through February All you need to do to get in on the hot action of this cool deal is be sure to buy Lift Ticket Lotto tickets at the next meeting don t get left out in the cold. When you win and later use a lift ticket from Lift Ticket Lotto, please take a moment the thank the ski area for their support of the HVSC. Lift Ticket Lotto Winners Dec 7 Catamount - John Macek Plattekill - Pat Marsh Jiminy Peak - Frank Van Zanten Hunter - John Feilen Gore - Rich Partridge Dec 21 Attitash/Wildcat -- Frank Van Zanten Butternut -- Craig Goldstein Plattekill -- Pat Cummins Mt. Snow -- Frank Van Zanten Hunter -- Craig Goldstein There will be LTL drawings at both January meetings with tickets from Butternut, Catamount, Gore, Jiminy, Attitash/Wildcat, Plattekill and Thunder Ridge. Ticket prices for the Lotto will be: 1 for $1, 6 for $5, and 15 for $10. Welcome New Members! Robert Elkins Shannon Elkins Wendy Hill Leslie Popoff Kathleen Rumell Everything For Skiing, Snowboarding, Cycling, Kayaking & Paintball 1611 Rt 22 Brewster, NY NEW LOCATION!! 985 Rt 376 Wappingers Falls, NY Visit Us At skihausonline.com 62 Danbury Rd (Rt 7) New Milford, CT

6 6 Club Info Club Discounts & Perks! Ski Trip Updates Chamonix and Park City Trips are full. Waiting list only. Sugarbush 3 days of skiing/lodging/breakfast. $ Opening for one person in a single room. Mt. Snow Trip is full. Waiting list only. Mt. Gore 2 day skiing/lodging, 2 breakfasts, 1 dinner. $289 Attitash/Wildcat Sign ups will remain open into Jan.(for now) For complete trip information see Pgs The Discount Ski Lift Ticket Purchase form is now available on our website in the Members Only section. The HVSC is happy to announce that our members will now enjoy discounts at Ski Haus and Potter Brothers. Ski Haus - 20% off on non sale equipment and clothing 15% off on non dale accessories 10% off on all seasonal rentals and services Potter Brothers - 10% off on non sale items 5% off on sale items 10% off on full tune ups Membership Directories The Membership Directories are available! Pick up your copy at any meeting or receive one by mail by sending a SASE (6.5 x 9.5 minimum) to Pete Gray. The postage for one Membership Directory (Single Memberships) is $1.15. The postage for two Membership Directories (Couple Memberships) is $1.36. After the Holidays Party A Joint Event with Trailsweepers When: Saturday, January 14th, 6pm - 11pm Where: Ole Savannah, Kingston, NY Buffet Dinner & Music by Breakaway Band with Robin Baker $35 per person ($40 after January 7th) Sign up at club meeting or send check made out to TSSC to: Yvonne Baker 1435 State Rt 28A West Hurley, NY For more information contact Yvonne or yab1946@gmail.com

7 Club Info 7 Treasurer/Budget Announcement Our Treasurer, Jim Gahn, requests that club member(s) submit names to the Board of Directors for interest and willingness to become assistant to the treasurer. Presently all operations and responsibilities of the treasurer are carried out by Jim without another club member participating and knowing the procedures and documentation aspects of the job. It Will Be Magic Jim would like to have an assistant who would be directly involved in the treasurer s operations and be able to take on the responsibility in the event Jim were to be unable to carry out the job. Ultimately this member would be a potential candidate for the treasurer position. Please submit names to the BOD by contacting Jim directly or through the club secretary, Charlie Shanes. See Budget details on Pg 8. The Wednesday January 4 Member Meeting will feature a presentation on Magic Mountain Ski Area, located in Londonderry, VT. Stan Czechel, Magic s Director of Group Sales, is known to talk about the new Magic (new owner, new operator) with contagious enthusiasm. Those who have skied Magic in earlier years will welcome the resort s claim that A Better Throwback Ski Area Is In Our Future. See magicmtn.com.

8 8 Club Events HVSC BUDGET (June May ) Approved Actual - / + Proposed I N C O M E I N C O M E Membership Dues $6, , $5, Interest/Dividends $ $10.00 Lift Ticket Lotto $ $ Newsletter Ads $ $ Ski Racing Fees $ $0.00 Bank Card Points redemption $ , $1, Discount Lift Tickets $ $75.00 Net Trip Income $0.00 $0.00 Total Income $8, , $6, E X P E N S E S E X P E N S E S Constitution & Bylaws Commit $ $0.00 Marketing Committee $2, , $2, Membership Committee $ $ Welcoming supplies $ $ Ski & Snowboard Instruction C $ $ Program Committee $ $ Events Committee $ $ Trips Committee $ $0.00 Audit/Tax Return prep $ $ Donations (PSIA/Adaptive) $ $ Meeting Room Rent $1, , $1, N J Ski Council dues/travel $ $ Newsletter (Postage) $ $0.00 Newsletter (Printing) $ $0.00 Newsletter (Photocopies) $ $ Office Supplies $ $ Postage $ $50.00 P.O. Box Rent $ $86.00 Installation Event $ $ NJSSC President's Race $ $ Website Hosting $ $ PayPal/CC setup $ Trip Subsidy $0.00 Total Expenses $9, , , $8, Surplus /( Deficit) -$ $1, , $1,531.00

9 Club Events 9 Obituary of Walt Gorgas On Monday, December 12 Walt Gorgas collapsed, coming down a run at Killington, where he had been an instructor for many years... and did not get up again. A member of the Hudson Valley Ski Club since the eighties, and twice its president ( ), Walt was known for his enthusiasm and interest in everything. This fall, at what may have been his last attendance at a HVSC meeting, he gave a rousing presentation on mountain biking, having brought along his own two bikes. On a Colorado ski trip he gave Frank Van Zanten an unsolicited one hour lesson on how to do a mogul field. The fact that Frank was a snowboarder and Walt was a skier did not seem incongruous to him. While thinking about how to present the sad news of Walt s passing to his Hudson Valley Ski Club friends, Bill Rosenberg found a beautifully written tribute, composed by Bob Zazzera, both a Killington Ambassador and a Killington instructor as well as somebody with whom Walt engaged in ski racing. I thank Bob for allowing us to use his tribute for concluding this report.... Our good friend Walter Gorgas left us suddenly... with his ski boots on. Walter raced for the Ski Bums on our Ambassador Team during the 2013/2014 season. I spoke with him on Friday, because he was going to race for us again this year. He just had to juggle his Ski Instructing duties to get time off on Wednesdays. He was a very special and loving man, who I was proud and honored to call my dear friend. He was the most bowlegged skier I ever knew. I used to call him my little leprechaun (because he used to wear a green felt hat). He transfixed us with his colorful ski style and his acrobatics on snow. But put him on a dance floor and he would transform it into a magical showcase. Put him in front of a group of children and he would mesmerize them for hours (adults also,for that matter). He had an indescribable presence and all who knew him were transformed by the experience. Walter transported everyone to a higher & happier place just by his presence. His charm impacted so many... he will truly be missed. It is hard to believe he was 80 years of age. He had more energy than many half his age. RIP, our friend! Frank Van Zanten Discounts for HVSC Members! We realize Ski Clubs are Ambassadors for our passions... Skiing, Snowboarding, Cycling, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddleboarding and Outdoor Living. In Appreciation, please enjoy the following Special HVSC Discounts: 20% Off All Non Sale Equipment and Clothing Purchases 15% on All Non Sale Accessory Purchases 10% Off All Seasonal Rentals and Service An Additional 5% Off Sale Items (Thru Feb. 15, 2017)

10 10 HVSC 2016 Holiday Party Friday the 16th, 20 members and friends got together to celebrate the Holidays at the Grandview Catering Hall. We had a great cocktail hour and a delicious diner. Everyone enjoyed the company and we knocked ourselves out dancing the night away. Former club president Mark Booska joined us at the table and added to the fun. The Grandview proved once again to be a terrific venue for celebrating. Several members said they were looking to doing it again next year. All enjoyed the evening and wished more members would join us next December. Gore Mountain Welcomes You For: HVSC D i s c o u n t D a y s 1-Day: $ 42 2-Day: $ 75 -Thursday, January 12, Thursday, February 9, Monday, March 6, Saturday, March 25, Sunday, March 26, 2017 Discounted 1 and 2-day tickets are available to Hudson Valley Ski Club members on any of the dates listed above. Council day tickets may only be purchased at the Guest Services Office, located on the lower level of the Northwoods Lodge. Each person must show their photo ID and current HVSC membership card. North Creek, NY GoreMountain.com (518)

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12 12 HVSC Ski Trips 2017 CHAMONIX, FRANCE Jan 28 Feb 5, 2017 (Sat Sun) Trip Full Waiting List Only Chamonix is the place to go for alpine thrill seekers wanting to push themselves to the extreme. The resort is known the world over for its steep, challenging runs, off-piste powder, and dramatic mountain scenery. Its legendary 20-kilometre (12-mile) Valley Blanche is a high off-piste run, the longest in Europe, and a rite of passage for ballsy skiers on their way to becoming experts. The resort is a large, yet attractive town offering both traditional charm and a lively nightlife. Includes: RT Air transportation between JFK and Milan via Air Emirates. RT Transfers between Milan Airport and Chamonix via private coach. 7 nights accommodations at the 4 Star Club Med Hotel, with daily breakfast buffet. Lunch daily, at your choice of the hotel or 2 different mountain restaurants or pack sandwiches. Dinner daily at your hotel. Full open bar with premium alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages 6-Day Mont Blanc Ski Pass with 5 days of lessons/ski guiding (no need to speak French, look at trail maps, plus lift line cutting). Daily entertainment, including but not limited to; local bands, circus shows, and performances showcasing the talents of our Gracious Organizers G.O. s Dedicated Group coordinator. All Gratuities, local taxes, air taxes, and current fuel surcharges. Price $2649 Payment schedule: $549 at June sign-up $300 due on the 1st of each month July January (7 $300 = $2100) Trip Leader: Jeff Elwyn skiercom@hvc.rr.com Mail checks made to HVSC Trips to: 26 Country Lane, Lake Katrine, NY Passports Required Minimum cancellation penalty: $100. Trip Insurance is highly encouraged.

13 Trip Full Waiting List Only HVSC Ski Trips 2017 February 25 March 4, 2017 (Sat Sat) 13 Ski the largest ski area in Utah and the United States combining the former Park City Mountain Resort and Canyons ski areas into a 7300-acre masterpiece simply named Park City. The entire ski area is accessible from either the Park City or Canyons Village base areas and is interconnected by a new gondola and lifts. Includes: 7 nights lodging at the Doubletree Inn by Hilton o Breakfast included daily o close to town and ski areas / free local bus transportation 5 of 7-day lift ticket at Park City o Includes $100 Helly Hansen gift certificate (Hotel & Ski Area Promo) Roundtrip airfare from Albany, NY Ground transportation to/from airports in NY and Utah Price: Adult $1819 / Seniors 65+ $1719 New Pricing: Adult $1619 Senior 65+ $1519 $300 deposit due at sign-up, then monthly payments of $200 July thru December, final payment January depending on options selected. Payments due by first meeting date each month. Lift Ticket Options Adult Senior th day at Park City Add $52 Add $40 1 Day group ticket for Deer Valley (min 20 req d) Add $86 Add $86 Downgrade to 4 Day Park City lift ticket and add 1-day group ticket at Deer Valley. (not eligible for Helly Hansen gift certificate) Add $38 Add $42 Trip leader: John Macek / john@jfmacek.com Mail checks made out to HVSC Trips to: 36 Hillview Dr., Poughkeepsie, NY Minimum cancellation penalty: $100. Trip Insurance is highly encouraged.

14 14 HVSC Ski Trips 2017 January 6-8 Holiday Inn Resort, Lake George Package includes: 2 nights lodging 2-day lift ticket 2 full buffet breakfasts 1 buffet dinner w/gratuities Room w/2 Queen beds or single King bed Indoor Pool Hot Tub Restaurant & Bar Fitness Center Welome Party 2-Day Lift Ticket 1-Day Lift Ticket Price: $289 $245 Seniors (65-69) $268 $232 Over 70 $263 $223 No lift tickets $183 (those with Ski3 passes or non-skiers) Initial Deposit at sign up $100 2nd payment by 11/1/16 $100/$83 Balance by 12/1/16 $ 89/$68/$63 $45/$32/$23 Trip Leader: Jim Gahn Phone: earmaster@juno.com Make checks out to HVSC Trips/Gore & mail to: 44 Far Horizons Dr., Newburgh, NY January Sugarbush Inn, VT Package Includes: 3 nights lodging at the Sugarbush Inn 3 hearty continental breakfasts 3 day lift ticket Price: $345 Seniors over 65: $325 Payments: $100 at sign-up $100 by 10/15/16 $145/$125 Senior by 11/15/16 Trip Leader: Susan Stark Phone: susanstark215@gmail.com Make checks out to HVSC Trips/Sugarbush & mail to: 6 Myrtle Avenue, Pine Plains, NY 12567

15 HVSC Ski Trips Package Includes: 3 nights lodging Daily breakfast Racing & Tubing 4 day lift ticket Welcome Party Pizza/Dance Party Annual Ski Club Week Feb 13-16, 2017 Grand Summit Lodge, VT Trip Full Waiting List Only Price: $364 (Peaks Pass holders $270) Payments: $100 at sign-up (Please indicate if you are a Peak Pass holder) Final payment by 12/15/16 Trip Leader: Craig Goldstein Phone: dockman150@gmail.com Make checks out to HVSC Trips/Mt Snow & mail to: 17 Alder Court, Kingston, NY March Grand Summit Hotel, Attitash, NH Package Includes: 3 day of skiing 3 night lodging 3 full breakfasts 1 group dinner ½ day complimentary lift ticket day of arrival All service fees and taxes. Price: $375 (Peaks Pass holders $255) Payments: $100 at sign up $100 by 10/15/16 $100 /55 pass holders by 12/15/16 $75 by 1/15/17 Trip Leader: Patrick Cummins Phone: pecummins22@gmail.com Make checks out to HVSC Trips/Attitash WC & mail to: 8 Card Road, Wappingers Falls, NY Tuckerman Ravine

16 TRIP REGISTRATION FORM Trip: Dates: For airline transportation the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requires that the name on the airline ticket exactly matches the name on the government approved form of identification you will be using on the trip. First Name Middle Last Date of Birth Gender Membership # First Name Middle Last Date of Birth Gender Membership # Are you a NYSki3 or Peak Pass Season Pass holder: Skier 1: Yes No Skier 2: Yes No Address: Street 1: Street 2: City: State: Zip: Phone: Home: Mobile: Emergency Contact Name: Phone: Preferred Roommate: If you do not have a roommate are you willing to accept a mixed room? Yes No Are you willing to pay a single supplement? Yes No If you answer No to both you will be placed on the wait list until you are matched with a roommate. If you cancel, there will be a cancellation charge. Penalties are defined in the trip flyer. If there is a wait List penalties may be waived. Make checks payable to HVSC TRIPS and note the destination on the memo line. No cash will be taken for payment. Please make additional payments on or before the due date. Failure to make payments on time will result in you being placed on the wait list. All requests for alterations to your trip arrangements are to be made to the trip leader. Under no circumstances are you to make changes through the tour operator, hotel, airlines, etc. The Hudson Valley Ski Club Board of Directors expects you to conduct yourself in a way that will contribute to the excellent reputation our club enjoys. I understand that trip participants are welcome to plan their own group activities but only activities organized by the trip leader will be paid for by HVSC. SIGNATURE (1) DATE SIGNATURE (2) DATE Non members must complete the Liability and Waiver form available on the HVSC website Membership page HVSC Trip Registration Form Page 1

17 17 Waiver and Release of Liability In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in Hudson Valley Ski Club, Inc. (HVSC) sponsored activities, related events, or trips, each of the undersigned: 1. Agrees that prior to participating, he/she will inspect any facilities and equipment to be used, and if he/she believes anything is unsafe, he/she will immediately advise a club officer of such condition(s) and refuse to participate. 2. Acknowledges and fully understands that each club member will be engaging in activities that involve risk of serious injury, including permanent disability and death, and causing severe social and economic losses which might result not only from his/her own actions, but inactions or negligence of others, the club rules, the rules of play, or the condition of the premises or of any equipment used. Further, that there may be other risks not known or not reasonably foreseeable at this time. 3. Assumes all risks and accepts all responsibility for the damages following such injury, permanent disability or death, even if caused, in whole or in part, by the negligence of the releases named below. 4. Releases, waives, discharges and covenants not to sue the Hudson Valley Ski Club, Inc., its affiliates, their respective administrators, directors, agents, officers, and other employees of the organization, other club members, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and if applicable, owners and leasers of premises used to conduct club activities, premises or event inspectors, surveyors, underwriters, consultants and other persons or entities which give recommendations, directions or instructions or engage in risk evaluation or loss control activities regarding the program or premises, all of which are hereinafter referred to as Releases, from demands, losses or damages on account of injury, including death or damage to property whether caused or alleged to be caused in whole or in part by the negligence of the releases or otherwise. Code of Conduct I understand camaraderie among the members is a crucial component of HVSC s purpose and enhances the enjoyment of club activities by everyone. My conduct as a club member impacts the public s view of our club and the willingness of organizations to co-sponsor activities with our club. As a result I agree to the following: a) I will exhibit courtesy, good behavior and show respect for fellow members and other parties while on any club trip or while involved in any club-sponsored activity; b) I understand that offensive conduct, making threats, sexual harassment and intimidating behavior is not acceptable and will not be tolerated; c) I will obey all federal, state and local laws while participating in club functions and the rules and authorities of establishments where functions are held; and d) I will support and promote safety at all club-sponsored functions. I understand and accept that violations of this Code of Conduct can result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of membership. Signatures: The undersigned have read and agree to the above Waiver and Release of Liability and Code of Conduct and understand that they have given up substantial rights by signing it and sign it voluntarily. (1) Print Name Signature Date (2) Print Name Signature Date

18 18 Dates to Remember Friday Race Training Every Friday evening, Club members meet at an area restaurant for a couple hours of friendly conversation. We welcome new members and old. Any questions, comments or suggestions, contact Susan or race_training@hudsonvalleyskiclub.org January 6 Toma s Tapas Bar, 900 Rt 376, Wappingers Falls 13 Nic L Inn Wine Cellar, 135 N. Water St, Poughkeepsie 20 Paula s Public House, 2186 New Hackensack Rd (Mulligan s Bldg), Poughkeepsie Calendar of Events January 2 Skier Improvement Day, Jiminy Peak 4 Club Meeting, Coppola s on 7:30 pm Wednesdays on Snow - Thunder Ridge 6-8 Gore Weekend Trip 11 Wednesdays on Snow - Windham 16 After Holiday Party, Ole Savannah, Kingston, 7 pm Sugarbush Ski Trip 18 Club Meeting, Coppola s on 7:30 pm Wednesdays on Snow - Hunter 22 Sunday bus to Mt Snow 25 Wednesdays on Snow - Jiminy Peak 27 Cosimos, 120 Delafield St, Poughkeepsie Hudson Valley Ski Club PO Box 2704 Poughkeepsie, NY info@hudsonvalleyskiclub.org