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1 Having Fun For Over 46 Years! August 2008 Calendar of Events Camelbeach Date TBD (check the website) August 2 - General Meeting Volunteer Appreciation Picnic August 23 - FDSC at Reading Phillies September 6 - General Meeting Trip Night September 9 - Golf Outing Membership Meetings begin at 8PM at the LIEDERKRANZ Hill Road and Spook Lane Reading, PA THE Deadline for the September issue of Ski Trails is August 1. President Holly Trout Hello Dutchmen!! Summer is in full swing! I love summer! I know, I know we are a ski club. I like winter & snow, but there is just something about warm weather & the sun that makes me feel carefree & happy! Hope everyone is having a fabulous summer. I feel like I lose touch with the club in the summer even though we do have a lot of things going on. Summer will be over before we know it and then we will think about skiing or boarding again. What am I talking about? You have to start thinking about it NOW did you realize this is the TRIP ISSUE!?! Woo Hoo!! You can skip the rest of my article and go peak at the trips! Ok did you check them out? There are so many choices! If we all had a lot of money and time to be able to go on all of them... how much fun would that be?! So, where do YOU want to go? Alaska, Colorado, Idaho, Canada, Vermont, Belleayre, Elk... all of them will be fun. Start saving your pennies! Come to the August meeting to talk to the trip leaders. Then come out September 6th to sign up! Dave, the bag piper, will play for us at the Members Appreciation Picnic on August 2nd! He will also present a program after the meeting. Have some extra fun and wear a kilt! Underwear is optional!! No peaking :) Life is short, seize the day! Holly Tentative Happy Hour Schedule for August 8/3 Genetti s Mini Golf Rt. 222 between bypass & 662 Alcohol permitted within reason. 8/10 GNA West Reading / outside patio 8/17 Reinholds Inn 8/23 HH at the Reading Phillies Game See Ed Soja or Patti for tickets 8/24 Hooters - Wyomissing Reading Comedy Club (after) 8/31 Freymoyers 9/7 Ganley s Meet around 6:30ish for food, spirits and conversation. Visit fdsc.org weekly in case of change. FD;BE Bellearye-Instructional Trip Jan Holly Trout Jen Lesher Breckenridge Jan Karen and Russ Youngwirth Tremblant, Quebec Feb 7-11 Sherry Vazquez Patti Spitler Alyeska, Alaska Feb 23-Mar 2 Kevin and Suzanne Claypoole Elk Mountain and Greek Peak Mar 1-2 Sue McMullen Ellen Schwartz Sun Valley, Idaho Mar 5-12 Nat LeGrande Okemo, Vermont Mar 7-9 Gary Spatz Brian Muller

2 BOARD OF DIRECTORS President: Holly Trout st. Vice President & Membership: Sue Gottschall nd. Vice President & Programs: Jeff Rapp Treasurer: Paul Schwartz Past President: Karen Youngwirth Secretary: Michele Hassing Skimeister: Marianne van der Velde Trip Director: Kevin Claypoole Publicity Director: Kim Wittich Lodge Director: Neal Kline Competition Director: Jim Dolan Social Director: Patti Spitler FDSC Lodge HOTLINE: (610) WEB: 2 Ski Trails Membership Sue Gottschall Hey fellow Dutchmen! I hope you're having a great summer. It's time to think about renewing your Flying Dutchmen membership. I'll be sending the renewal notices out by the middle of August. Please return your completed form and $25 check no later than September 30, 2007, or give them to me at a meeting. Any renewals postmarked after that date are subject to the $10 initiation fee. For $25 you get great ski shop discounts, inexpensive ski or snowboard lessons, lift ticket discounts, a variety of trips and social events, a monthly newsletter, and an affordable lodge in the Poconos. What a deal! Please remember to take a few minutes to provide us with feedback on the renewal form. The BOD is always looking for ways to improve our club, and we welcome all your comments and suggestions. We're also always in need of volunteers to help with various functions. Be sure to check the appropriate boxes on the renewal form to let us know your areas of interest and whether you're willing to volunteer. Helping at a ski club event is a fun and rewarding experience. It's also a great way to get involved and meet other members. See you at the next meeting! Sue Club member, Brian Muller, gave a very interesting, informative presentation on kite boarding at the July meeting. Program Director Jeff Rapp Hello, A volunteer: Is one who performs or gives services of his own free will. To enter into or offer to enter into an undertaking of one's own free will. This is what we live by as members of the Flying Dutchmen Ski Club and for the time we give, the board members cook a meal and a good one at that. Chicken, steak, corn on the cob, drinks of all kinds, and lots of food. This takes place in the Liederkranz's back yard on August 2nd before the General Meeting. At this time a bagpiper will play for us and then talk a little as a program after the meeting. So in respect to all and to make the day different, we ask you to dig out your best kilt. Under garment optional. The best time of all is almost upon us; Trip Night is just around the corner. This takes off at the September 6th meeting. There is fun to be had by all, skiers and non-skiers. You get to travel with the club and enjoy the time of others in a different place and ski with old and new friends. I'll end my article this month with a goal to live by: Share, give and enjoy what you do. Thank you to all of you who give. I'll see ya at a meeting. Ski u later, J

3 Publicity Director Kim Wittich Hi everyone, I can't wait to see everyone at the Member's Appreciation Picnic this month. (Are you having Deja vue? Yes, this is the same way I started my article last month. I was just a month ahead of myself.) Now, I really can't wait-i'm still looking for Irish plaid to wear that night. Hope to see everyone dressed for the bagpiper. Well, here it is; the always anticipated Trip Edition. I can't believe we are planning ski trips as I sit here in the sweltering 92 degree heat. As usual, there is a great selection to choose from. Another sign that we are approaching ski season is that the ski shops are back advertising in Skitrails beginning this month with Pinnacle Sports. Soon we will be shopping for those summer ski deals! I ve also included an article on General Conditioning to help you get ready for the slopes. Before I get ahead of myself, there is still plenty of summer left. As promised, the details for the golf outing are in this edition. Also, Ed Soja still has a few tickets left for the Dutchmen Night at the Reading Phillies, so don't wait to long to get your ticket. Have a great month! Kim Annual FDSC Golf Outing Sunday, September 9, 2007 Green Acres Golf Course, Bernville, PA Attention golfers and golfer want-to-be's! It's that time of year again. Join us for the annual FDSC Golf Outing. The final details and pricing are still being worked out. As always, the price will be reasonable and include: Golf (price will be based on walking. Cart fees will be approximately $10 per person additional, paid at the course that day if you want to ride.) Munchies and beverages at the first and tenth tees Food, beverages, and prizes in the pavilion after golf Tee off times start around 11:00am. Team Format (your choice): Play your own ball Scramble format (The scramble format is lots of fun, as your foursome plays as a team, picking the best tee shot out of four and everyone playing from that spot, etc.) Sign up with your own foursome, or sign up individually and you will be paired with a compatible group of Dutchmen golfers. Remember, you don't need to be a really accomplished golfer to play that day, just willing to have some fun and participate. Let us know when you sign up whether you prefer the individual score division or scramble team format. Call Ed Soja ( ), Holly Trout ( ), Diane Ferro ( ), Dave Coffey ( ), or Sue McMullen ( ) to sign up for the golf outing, and make checks payable to FDSC. Golfers will be assigned a specific tee time and notified the week before the event of your tee time and playing partners, so please include your phone # and/or address when you sign up. If you have any extra time and can help to solicit prize donations from area businesses, merchants and restaurants, please call Ed, Holly, Diane, Dave, or Sue to volunteer. Please review the proposed budget below. You will be asked to vote on the proposed budget at the August General Meeting FDSC Budget Membership 21,000 Social 0 Trips (1,000) Lodge 800 Administration (3,500) Competition (450) Discount Skiing (3,300) Programs (2,000) Publicity (9,300) Skimeister (2,250) BALANCED BUDGET $0.00 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS: (These will be stated separately going forward from normal operating expenses.) Equipment: 1,000 (two way radios, etc.) Lodge: Bathroom 1,500 Interior Redecorating 500 }$4,000 Deck Improvements 500 Misc. Improve. as needed 1,500 Total Capital Improvements $5,000 If you have any questions related to the finances of the club, please contact me. Paul Schwartz, Treasurer Ski Trails 3

4 4 Ski Trails Social Director Patti Spitler Summer is a time for grilling outdoors, sitting back with a cold one, and having a great conversation with some good friends. If that floats your boat...well then, I have the place to be on Thursday, August 2nd. The Liederkranz...yes, I said the Liederkranz. If you come, you will see the board grilling steaks and chicken. We will be serving hot steamed corn, salad and desserts. You can pick up a cold one (wine, beer, soda or water) from one of the two bartenders (Sean or Frank), and you can choose anyone there to have a good conversation with. The cost for all volunteers is $3.00 and for all other members, the cost is $ Come out and enjoy the evening. August 3rd, a Friday night Happy Hour, is scheduled to be at Genetti s Mini Golf. What a great night to come out for a little competition with friends. Genetti s offers a wide variety of Snack Bar items, including burgers, dogs, chicken fingers, fries and pizza. They also have 20 flavors of hard ice cream, sundaes, Italian ice and other snacks for us to munch on. The cost per person is $ $6.00, (depending on how many we have - for a group rate). This sounds like a great way for you golfers to practice your putting skill for the upcoming Golf Outing, which is September 9th, at Green Acres. Thanks to Ed Soja for graciously taking over this event. He will have some big shoes to fill, relieving Sue McMullen and Dave Coffey from their Tour of Duty. Check out the specifics on the Golf Outing in this edition of Skitrails. Wait, we aren't done with August... The Reading Phillies are looking for Dutchmen to come to their home field and watch them, PLAY BALL!!! Come out on Thursday, August 23rd at 6pm. The cost for this evening out is $24.00 pp. It includes an all you can eat buffet, refreshments, access to the pool and after the game Fireworks. The game has been SOLD OUT and no other tickets will be available. Ed has 30 tickets, and it is a first come first serve (with payment), basis. Ed informed us that he has a few tickets left so don't drop the ball...get your tickets, now!!! Friday, August 24th is our Happy Hour at the new Hooters club. Afterwards, we are invited to be the "guests" at The Reading Comedy Club, with club member Todd Hiester. He has given me vouchers for anyone interested in going, please call me in advance for these vouchers, and let's make a good showing at the Comedy Club. If you went last year, you'll remember is was a "hoot". FYI-Due to the inclement weather on Thursday, July 5th, the Annual Beer Hunt had to be cancelled. It will not be rescheduled, due to the Members Appreciation Picnic in August and Trip Night in September. One little note: Jim Dolan self proclaimed victory on this event, as he found the 5 cases of beer in my car...hee hee... Keep on Talking, Patti Competition Jim Dolan Editor's note: Our Competition Director is working out of the country for a few months and since there is not much news related to ski racing during these lazy, hazy days of summer, we thought you might like to read an excerpt from Jim's Japan Travelogue. Hello from Japan, well, I'm not sure where to start? I started in Harrisburg at 5 am Monday. I arrived Tue at 10 pm, which is 11 am Tues your time. Long day. I was able to sleep on the plane. The company put me in business class ( which is highly recommended.) My plane route over here went Harrisburg to Atlanta, Atlanta heading west to Seoul, Korea (that was 14 hours) then to Osaka, Japan. I am still adjusting my sleep. Went to bed at 11 pm after my flight and woke up ready to go at 3:30 am. That just ain't right... Japanese people are very friendly and helpful. There is a lot of English or pictures with the signs. If that doesn't work you can always point. Most Japanese try to speak English to you. It is a very proper city, everything runs like a Swiss watch. Also, this place is so clean. You could eat out of the gutters but, I won't unless it's my only choice between that or sushi. I have not seen one piece of trash lying around. I didn't get to see much except the airport. The guys leaving say it is pretty boring around here. There is close to no night life ( bars, umm gentlemen's clubs or happy hours.) Good news, there is beer in the vending machine in the hotel for 350 yen, which is about $3. The exchange rate is 120 yen per dollar. That doesn't sound bad but, things are very expensive. I had my first experience with Japanese fish. It was cooked though. I ate a tuna fish samich from Subway. Yes, they have it all here. Japanese eating customs/manners are very different. There is a lot of shoveling and slurping. I had breakfast in the hotel this am which was cafeteria/buffet style. They have no problem moving you through the line. They're bumping your elbows with the tray behind you. If you don't do the same, some will jump in front of you. And last but not least, I have checked out some of the skiing here. It looks as if the indoor and outdoor resorts are closed for the season. Gee, maybe this will be my Sept ski trails article. I have more to write about, but I will save some for next time. I have observed a lot in a short amount of time. Jim

5 Trip Log The Flying Dutchmen Ski Club Reading, PA Trippin Kevin Claypoole Hey Skiers & Boarders, We put together lots of fabulous trips for this coming season. Trip night will be Thursday, September 6th with sign-up 7:15 p.m. Trip Leaders will arrive by 6:30p.m.and numbers will be handed out for each trip. Trip forms can be picked up in advance at the August meeting or go to under trips. So be ready to make your choices & have your checks (made out to FDSC)! We need more Trip Leaders for the future! Think about volunteering, it's a great experience! Ski season is fast approaching, roller blading, biking & hiking are great exercise. Join up with other members of the club to enjoy these sports! Hope to see you on the trips this year, I'll be there! Kevin P.S. Remember to use full names when filling out trip forms (not nicknames). Also, fill out complete information: , cell phone, home phone, etc. (This is very helpful for communication with your trip leader). Write neatly so everything is legible! Mark your calendar when payments are due. Trip insurance will be available for some trips. Check with trip leaders about cancellation policies. GENERAL RULES FOR FDSC SKI TRIPS Tables Open at 7:15 p.m. ELIGIBILITY: Only current FDSC members may participate on trips. Teenagers may travel with a parent or responsible guardian on week long trips with approval of the Trip Director and Chairpersons. PAYMENT: Only checks made payable to FDSC will be accepted, NO CASH WILL BE ACCEPTED AT ANY TIME. Please attach a reservation form(s) with your check. Payments must be made by the due dates or you risk losing your spot. They will be offered to people on the waiting lists! CANCELLATION: There will be a 10% cancellation fee per person if you cancel your trip prior to the cutoff date. If you find a replacement prior to cutoff date, the penalty charge is only $10.00 per person. If cancellation is received AFTER the cutoff date, a 10% cancellation fee will be imposed, in addition to all nonrefundable fees as specified by the lodges, bus companies or airlines. (NOTE: Check with each trip leader for specific cancellation policies that may apply to the trip they are running.) OTHER: Trip Chairpersons will provide you with itineraries and any special instructions no later than two weeks prior to departure. NOTE: All prices are subject to change without notice. $50 OFF FDSC Member Spas Pools Stoves Laguna 5th Street Hwy Temple Ski Trails 5

6 Includes: Bus transport to & from Belleayre 2 nights lodging Holiday Inn - Kingston, NY 2 days lift tickets Lessons for ALL levels by exceptional FDSC instructors INSTRUCTIONAL TRIP 2008!! January 11-13, 2008 Price: $300 Dinner on the bus on the way up Breakfast Saturday & Sunday Dinner Saturday & Sunday Happy hour Saturday before dinner Lots of FUN!!! We are going back to Belleayre! Despite less than optimal conditions last year, it was a GREAT trip! We'll all keep our fingers crossed for snow! Belleayre is a great mountain in the Catskills with 8 lifts and 41 trails. Get a jump-start on a great season! Even if you don't take the lessons, come on this reasonably priced trip and enjoy a fun mountain to ski or snowboard!! We will be staying at the Holiday Inn - Kingston, NY. After a long day on the mountain, we can swim in their large indoor heated pool, unwind in their toasty sauna or soak in their bubbly whirlpool. If you have the energy you can work out in their on-site Health/Fitness center. We can also hang out in their bar that features live bands Friday and Saturday nights what more can the Dutchmen ask for! Trip Leaders: Holly Trout Jen Lesher holly.trout@penske.com jll1879@comcast.net Payment Schedule: $100 due trip night ~ $100 due Oct 4 ~ $100 due Nov 1 Gratuity for bus & meals included in cost Housekeeping gratuity is up to each person (for hotel room) EASTERN PENNSYLVANIA SKI COUNCIL WINTER CARNIVAL SATURDAY, JANUARY 19 - SATURDAY, JANUARY 26 $1,199 per person, with 4 in a 2 bedroom/ 2 bath condo Ski in and out a block and a half from Historic Main St. Roundtrip air from Newark to Denver; Bus to and from Newark and Denver Airports. Lift tickets (5days) - unlimited Breckenridge, Keystone, and A Basin - (2) days at Vail, and or Beaver Creek Optional 6th day for $30 or you can enjoy numerous fun activities including shopping at the 148 year old, quaint Victorian town in the heart of the Colorado Rockies. Welcome Party - Dinner Banquet w/dj & Dancing - Buffet Breakfast -BBQ on Mountain - Farewell Dessert Buffet w/ DJ & Dancing & Prizes!! - FDSC only Happy Hours, Pizza Party and more!! EPSC discounts and drink specials all over town!! Lots of fun on and off the mountain! Payment schedule: $400 due trip night - $400 due October - Balance due December 1 Breckenridge, rated #6 by Ski Magazine, has a base elevation of 9,600 ft and rises to 12,998 feet giving a vertical of 3,398 ft. There are 2,043 skiable acres making this one of the larger ski resorts in America. The terrain is evenly divided to fit the needs of any skier, and receives 300 inches of snowfall per year. You will be staying at the Pine Ridge Condo's where convenience, quality and location are an understatement. First tracks are only steps away via the Snowflake Lift. At the end of the day, ski home on the Four O'clock Run and jump into one of the hot tubs before most skiers are even thinking about getting back to their accommodations. Are you interested? Let us know. Karen and Russ Youngwirth Karen (karenshouse@comcast.net) Russ (ryoungwirth@comcast.net) 6 Ski Trails

7 TREMBLANT, QUEBEC Thursday, February 7th - Monday, February 11th Description: The moment you arrive, you'll feel as if you've found a haven far removed from the ordinary. Nothing to see but the mountains, thousands of ideas will race to your head. You'll savor the moments to come in advance, days filled with laughter and nights you'll always remember. In the village, you'll find the extraordinary at every turn, a surprise with every step; restaurants, bars, boutiques, and celebrations. During your stay, Tremblant belongs to you. Take a deep breath and come on in. You'll never want to leave! Tremblant offers 94 trails on 4 mountain faces as well as 13 comfortable lifts, including the Express Gondola. Trip includes: A comfortable bus ride with the Elite Bus Company to and from Tremblant A four night stay in Le Lodge de la Montagne A 3 day lift ticket An Apres Party. An optional evening trip to the Scandinavian Bath/Spa, with outdoor hot tubs, Nordic & Thermal waterfalls and swimming in LaDiable River would be at a cost of approx. $40.00 pp. Price: Price will be finalized by the August General Meeting. Estimated cost will be between $ and $ Contact Information: Sherry Vazquez home Patti Spitler home or social@fdsc.org Payment Schedule: Cancellation Policy: 1/4 down at Trip night, 2nd payment in October, 3rd payment in November final payment by first meeting in January Will be published at the August meeting $1,550 pp Double Occ. ALASKA 2008! ALYESKA SKI RESORT & SPA 2/23-3/2 Bus Departs Douglasville to Philadelphia Airport, Red-eye Return Not just a ski trip, It s an adventure! Includes: 4 days skiing, many HAPPY HOURS, 4 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner, Bus and Shuttles, Airfare, 6 Nights at Alyeska Resort, 1 night at Ramada Anchorage and experience the start of the Iditarod Dogsled Race on the final day! (Optional glacier cruise trip $129.00) Rooms include bathrobe and slippers, mini-fridge, hair dryer, iron, heated towel rack, in-phone data port, coffee maker, safe, movie system, lighted mirror and more. With an average annual snowfall of 631, non-existent lift lines, diverse terrain & unparallel views, Alyeska offers 2500' of vertical, wide open bowls, long top to bottom & tree line runs. Snowcapped mountains, hanging glaciers & dancing Northern Lights make Alyeska a winter wonderland where adventures abound! Other optional activities: Dog sledding, Snow shoeing, Tubing, Nordic, Heli and Snowcat Skiing Fitness Center: Workout Room, 16 Person Saltwater Whirlpool Spa, Massage Therapy, Sauna & Saltwater Lap Pool 12 hours daylight and average temperature degrees $ due Trip Night, $ Nov. 1st, $ Jan. 3rd (trip insurance available!) Kevin & Suzanne Claypoole claypoolemathes@netzero.com Ski Trails 7

8 New!! One night weekend trip!! Ski Elk Mountain and Greek Peak!! About $ pp Saturday, March 1 - Sunday March 2, 2008 This is your opportunity to ski 2 different states in one weekend! This inexpensive weekend trip will ski Elk in PA and Greek Peak in NY. We will depart by bus from the usual Reading Municipal Stadium parking lot at 6am Saturday morning, arrive at Elk Mountain around 9am for a full day on the slopes. Après ski beverages and munchies will be served on the bus ride from Elk to our overnight lodging in Binghamton, NY. Dinner is on your own, choose from the restaurant in the hotel or restaurants within walking distance, which include everything from fine dining to pub food, pizza, etc. Sunday starts with breakfast, followed by a quick bus ride to Greek Peak, a full day of skiing there, and more après ski beverages and sandwiches on the bus ride home to Reading. Price includes: Bus transportation 2 days of lift tickets 1 nights lodging Après ski food & drink Sunday breakfast Sandwich on the bus home Payment Schedule Trip Night 9/6/07 - $75 October 18th - $75 January 3rd - Final payment-balance due Sue McMullen Christine Lane, Lancaster, PA Home Work Ellen Schwartz - escschwartz@hotmail.com Home SUN VALLEY IDAHO WEDNESDAY MARCH 5TH - WEDNESDAY MARCH 12TH 2008 Yes sports fans, it is Wednesday to Wednesday because that way everyone can fly into Hailey with just a 20-minute bus ride to the legendary Sun Valley Lodge. Sun Valley was the first destination ski resort in North America. Year after year Sun Valley is rated # 1 in these statistics: total uphill lift capacity, most sunny days per season, most all day sunny trails, best on and off mountain food, most vertical feet below 9,200 altitude (means no altitude sickness). That is the good news, unfortunately we only have 24 seats on the direct flight, and there are not going to be anymore. The last part of the good news is, this trip will be priced under $999 (we are still hammering). Included in the trip is: Round trip transportation from Kline's bus terminal in Douglasville 5 out of 6 day lift ticket (we suggest you do one of the many other activities on Saturday because you would have to endure lift lines of people) You have a choice of a 2 or 3 bedroom, private bath condo Free transportation around the Sun Valley Area At least 1 après ski party Ski Check at the mountain after skiing each day The mother of all outdoor hot tubs 18 hours of ice skating each day And did I mention shopping? And a whole lot more. Club rules in effect Payment Schedule: $175 trip night, $150 Oct, $150 Nov, $150 Dec, $150 Jan, $150 Feb. Balance Due 3/1/08 or before. Contact Nat or Michele LeGrande if you have any questions. Contact Nat LeGrande at Ski Trails

9 IT'S BACK AGAIN! OKEMO FAMILY TRIP!!!!! MARCH 7-9, 2008 Okemo, located in southern Vermont, has trails and terrain to suit the novice to expert skier/boarder. Rated #1 by Ski Magazine for the best grooming in the east and #3 for snowmaking. Plenty of parks and pipes for the kids (or daring adults!) and NASTAR course for the racers. Mountain is easy to navigate with trails longer and wider than most NE ski areas. Elevations of 3,344 - Vertical 2,150 -Longest trail 4.5 miles. ( No children? No problem! Everyone is invited - son, daughter, niece, nephew, grandchild(ren), neighbor or friend - MUST BE WITH AN ADULT MEMBER OF FDSC. Trip includes: Round trip motor coach 2 breakfasts, dinner at South Station Restaurant, sandwiches and snacks, beer, wine and soda on bus on Friday après hot tub beverages 2 day lift tickets 2 nights lodging in the fully remodeled Comfort Inn at Trolley Square. Prices not finalized when article went to print - estimates are as follows: Adult - Quad $265,Triple $280, Double $324 Child - Quad $227,Triple $250, Double $290 Payment Schedule: $65 initial deposit, $125 due by November 15, final payment by February 7. For trip details please contact: Gary Spatz Gspatz@verizon.net Brian Muller skifast@comcast.net Ski Fitness-General Conditioning Courtesy of ABC-of-Skiing.com It is very important to be physically ready before you go Skiing. Being in shape does not only lead to a smoother body motion. It also enhances your Skiing skills and makes them more fun to do. Getting in shape to prepare you on the tough demands of Skiing requires a lot of commitment and discipline. Do not dare try to Ski yourself into shape. Doing so will only make you feel tired more easily and more susceptible to Skiing injuries. If possible, do some moderate Exercises for several weeks, or at least a month or two before Skiing to strengthen and to make your tendons, muscles, and ligaments flexible. You will soon realize that doing this prior to Skiing can reduce chances of getting injured. Moreover, you will not get tired easily and there is faster improvement. Basically, there are three elements to Ski Fitness which can really aid you in Skiing- Flexibility, Strength Training, and Cardiovascular (Aerobic) Endurance. Strength Training Is very imperative in maintaining a solid athletic position all throughout a long day of Skiing. Muscular Strength develops a skier's ability to relax and be in control at the same time. It also improves your skill of handling fast adjustments in case of uneven terrains. You need multidimensional athletic capabilities which involve physical and technical skills. A skier must be able to surmount the laws of motion and force with exact body control and effectively slide down the slope. Without Strength Training, you will feel worn-out early on and sore the following day. Since Skiing will primarily make use of your legs, engage in some activities such as Hiking and other active sports which can develop your leg muscles. Moreover, focus on your quadriceps, since they do most of the work on the downhill. Flexibility Is the most important physical conditioning factor in preventing injuries. This is the ability of your muscle-connective tissues to extend as far as needed without extremely compressing joints. Stretching all of you muscle groups for around seconds before and after workouts will definitely do you good. Focus your Flexibility training on your upper legs, back, shoulders, and hips. Your tendons and ligaments around your joints should be flexible but strong to avoid injuries so you must also pay extra attention to these areas. Cardiovascular (Aerobic) Endurance Is one's capability to keep active on a certain task for a considerably long time. Cardio workout should be done 3-5 times a week, minutes each session. You can develop Endurance through leisure activities like skating, swimming, and Bicycle Riding. The excellent form of this exercise is rollerblading or the use of roller skis, since you would use the same muscles and motions as you would in Skiing. Aerobic exercises and generally any activity which can make you generate about 120 heartbeats per minute for a number of minutes at a stretch can also develop Skiing stamina. Consult a fitness trainer in a local gym about the fitness program suitable to you and your needs. Aside from undergoing an exercise program, make sure to eat a well-balanced diet in order to get in shape for Skiing. These will not only make you ready for Skiing. Exercise and a balanced diet can likewise make you healthy and more mentally geared up in whatever endeavor you take. Ski Trails 9

10 Lodge Neal Kline Hello from the lodge! The workers weekend was a big success! We got the posts replaced on the deck. So now you can party safely on the deck when you rent the lodge. Thanks to everyone who helped out during this weekend. The lodge is now cleaned up from top to bottom. Did you know that the Pocono`s is the second highest destination searched for on the web? And we have a very affordable place to stay right in the middle of it all. So if you would like to rent the lodge, get in contact with me to find out what dates are open. Be Safe Neal Skimeister Marianne van der Velde Hello All! I hope you've all been enjoying your summer and have gotten some good vacation time in. There's really not a whole lot to report on the skimeister front right now. Ski School Director Dave McFarland and I have gotten together with some of our instructors to brainstorm and plan for the upcoming season. There are some great ideas floating around and we're diligently working on putting some of them in place to help continue improving this great program. Please let us know if there's anything in particular you'd like to see in the program. As a final thought for this month.. with September, and trip night, approaching, why not plan on joining us on the ever popular Instructional Trip. Bellayre is a fantastic mountain for learning at all levels, and I'm sure Mother Nature will be much kinder to us this year! Marianne FDSC Night at the Reading Phillies Picnic & Pool Buffet with Post-game Fireworks Thursday, August 23rd, 2007 vs. Akron Aeros Buffet Served: 6:00-8:30 PM Gametime: 7:05 PM Price: $24.00 For Tickets Contact: Ed Soja or Patti Spitler Tickets Limited. Get Your Tickets Now. Menu Barbecued Chicken, Barbecued Ribs, Hot Dogs, Baked Ziti, Barbecued Sandwiches, Mac & Cheese, Pasta and Potato Salad, Lemonade, Iced Tea, and Pepsi Products. Beer is not included in the price, but is available on a cash basis. Unlimited access to the heated pool throughout the game. Reserved picnic table seating for the groups. 2 1/2 hour, all-you-can-eat-buffet in the Pool Pavilion. Private bathrooms and locker room/changing areas. Outdoor shower to clean up after swimming. Televisions on each picnic table broadcasts the Reading Phillies game and has cable access. Classic Harley Happy Hour - The doors to the Classic Cafe swing open at 5:00 for live entertainment from "The Neo-Trio". Post-Game Fireworks Coors Light Post-Game Concert -The Classic Café remains open after the game for more live music. The game might be over, but the fun doesn't stop in the Classic Café as David Cullen performs following the post-game fireworks show. Come join us! This is always a great night out. Not just when you want to buy or sell but whenever you have a real estate question or need, I want to be your REALTOR for life. Marianne van der Velde, Associate Broker, CRS, GRI, ASP Direct: ** Office: x3081 mvandervelde@liveinberks.com LANDIS HOMESALE SERVICES 10 Ski Trails

11 Wildwood 2007 Aah - the traditions of summer - sun, sand and of course, the Flying Dutchmen in Wildwood. This year's event will be from September 28th to September 30th. (Arrangements can be made if you want to arrive earlier or stay later.) Once again we will be staying at the American Inn in North Wildwood. The hotel is ideally located on the beach just off the north end of the boardwalk. On Saturday, we will be continuing the tradition of the Third Annual Flying Dutchmen Volleyball Tournament. On Sunday, there will be a Sand Sculpture contest as well as our soon to be world famous brunch. The window decorating contest was also a huge success so we'll be doing that again. If this sounds like way to much energy for the beach, then just hang out on the boardwalk, beach or by the pool. Saturday night we will be having a Greek & Italian buffet followed by entertainment by The Usual Suspects. We will also have a Key West shot party and contest. You've got the summer to perfect your shot creation. We'll supply the serving tables and shooter tubes. You bring the fixings for your favorite shot. (Remember - presentation is _ the fun!) We'll vote have some fun prizes for the winner. The cost per person is $155 per person for a double, $140 per person for a triple, and $130 per person for a quad. (The price may go up by $5 once we finalize the dinner.) The incredibly cheap price includes: Lodging Friday night and Saturday night Breakfast Saturday Dinner on Saturday Brunch on Sunday Endless munchies Beer, Wine, Soda and Water all weekend As of the time I am writing this, we are starting a waiting list. A deposit of $50 per person gets you on the waiting list. Another option is for you to arrange your own rooming at another hotel and just pay for the food, beverage and entertainment part of the weekend. If you have not made a deposit then you do not have a reservation. Final payments will be due by September 1, Payments (made payable to FDSC) can be mailed to Stan Miller or Erick Confer at 66 Glenview Drive, Fleetwood, PA Give us a call at for more information. There will be no refunds for cancellations after September 6th, FDSC Trip Reservation Form (Please Print) Trip Name: Trip Cost: Name: Phone (H) ( ) Address Phone (W) ( ) City State Zip Address Room Type: Roommate:(s) Incase of emergency, notify: Relationship: Address Phone (H) ( ) City State Zip - Phone (W) ( ) Release and Indemnification Agreement (Please Read Carefully) I UNDERSTAND THAT: All prices listed are subject to change. All cancellations are subject to forfeiture of deposit monies as outlined in the FDSC trip booklet. Failure to make payments as specified may be construed as a notice of cancellation thus invoking the specified cancellation penalty and the loss of space on the trip. The Flying Dutchmen Ski Club, Inc. (FDSC), and its officers, directors, delegates, instructors, agents, employees, representatives, servants or assigns is not responsible or liable for the non performance of any third parties such as travel agents, condos, hotels, motels, transportation companies, ski areas, etc. I understand the the FDSC is a year round skiing, sports and social club which sponsors a variety of activities, including skiing, for the benefit of its members. I am aware that many of the FDSC s activities, including skiing, are inherently dangerous activities which involve the risk of serious injury or even death. I agree that by participating in any Club related activity, that I alone am responsible for my safety and agree that I alone assume the risks involved in any such activity. In addition, and to the fullest extent allowed by law, I agree that I will not institute any law suit or other legal action against the FDSC, its members, officers, directors, delegates, instructors, agents, employees, representatives, servants or assigns as the result of my participation or injury at any FDSC related activity. Nor will I voluntarily assist anyone else in the pursuit of any such law suit or other legal action. I also agree to indemnify and hold harmless the FDSC, its officers, directors, delegates, instructors, agents, employees, representatives, servants or assigns from and against any and all claims, actions, suits, judgements, damages, and costs, including reasonable attorney fees, that may result by reason of any suit or other legal action that I either commence or assist with as described in the preceding paragraph. This Release and Indemnification Agreement shall bind me, my distributes, heirs, executors, representatives, successors and assigns. I, further, agree that I will not have in my possession any illegal or harmful substances at any time during the trip with the FDSC. I understand that if caught with such a substance, whether or not it is my property, I will be removed from the trip at the next available opportunity. In the event that any property is seized or confiscated by Federal, State or local authorities due to the presence of illegal or harmful substances during the trip, the FDSC, and its officers, directors, delegates, instructors, agents, employees, representatives, servants or assigns (including any third parties such as travel agents, condos, hotels, motels, transportation companies, ski areas, etc.) from any and all losses, damages, (including, but not limited to, lost income and the fair market value of the property) and attorney s fees which may be incurred as a result of a seizure or confiscation. I understand and acknowledge that the FDSC is acting in reliance upon the agreements made by me in the Release and Indemnification Agreement in order to extend to me the benefits of membership in the Club and were I not willing to abide by the terms of this document, such membership and opportunity to participate in Club related activities would not be extended to me. Signature: Date: Parent or Legal Guardian (if a minor): Ski Trails 11

12 The Lodge Rates: Rentals are normally from 5 P.M. until 5 P.M. the next day. * You must rent at least two bedrooms. ** You must rent at least two bedrooms and are subject to being bumped by a whole lodge rental. WINTER RATES DEC MAR. 15 Summer Winter Whole Lodge - Midweek (Sunday to Friday) $ $ Whole Lodge - One night midweek $60.00 $ Per bedroom - One night midweek $15.00* $30.00** Whole Lodge - Friday and Saturday nights $ $ Per bedroom - Friday and Saturday nights $50.00** N/A Whole Lodge - 7 days $ $800 ADVERTISING RATES Half Page - $75.00 Third Page - $50.00 Quarter Page - $35.00 Business Card - $15.00 FLYING DUTCHMEN SKI CLUB BOX READING, PA PRESORTED STANDARD US POSTAGE PAID READING, PA PERMIT NO. 119