SKI BREEZE January 2014

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1 January 2014 Kris Kolumn Volume: 75, Issue 8ulp We are still awaiting Mother Nature s gift of ample snow to Mammoth. With a little help from snow makers on the mountain, about 1/3 of the runs are open with approximately a 3 foot base. Please, someone do a snow dance! Have you seen the blog on our website lately? With David s and Ying s help, we are posting almost daily new items of interest to skiers and boarders. We want to attract more people - new and past members - to our website and club. One way of doing this is to use the technology that is at our fingertips. If you d like us to post something, send us an ! A big thanks to Bob Miller for once again hosting our ski club holiday party at his lovely home and to all those that attended and brought a delicious feast for us to share. I enjoyed catching up with everyone. Your board is still mulling over what direction to go in regarding our annual charitable gift. During the past several years, we had donated to a legacy mountain ski unit of the U.S. Army. But, we d like to bring our donation closer to home, something that benefits the average skier on a daily basis. We have narrowed our ideas, but again, if you have an idea please me. Although snow is moderate as we begin 2014, I believe that we ll get sufficient weather to make a trip to Mammoth more than worthwhile. I strongly suggest Members sign up for the Club Condo Weekend Trip, January 9-12, immediately followed by the ROKKA ski week, January (Sign-up info in this newsletter). If you participated in the December L.A. Council Ski Week or will be participating in the ROKKA ski week, you are assured that you will raise your skiing ability by at least one full level! On a personal note, my laptop has died and my cell phone was critically injured in the motorcycle accident. I have replaced it with an iphone. To maintain better contact with the Board and Members, I have found that I really do need a functioning smart phone. As you plot your strategy for watching your choice of bowl games, please also check our calendar (at the end of this newsletter) and blog for the latest and greatest in skiing and Ski Club events! Holiday party 2013 at bob s

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3 Weekend Trips with Roberto By Roberto Tovar Greetings members: The schedule has been set for the coming ski season: 3 Jan 9-12, 2014 Feb 20-23, 2014 Mar 20-23, 2014 Apr 3-6, 2014 This years cost is $ 200, for the three day weekend. This cost covers comfortable condo lodging with a fully equipped kitchen, bedding and towels. A jacuzzi is on-site. A communal dinner is provided on Saturday night with pasta and sauce, garlic bread, salad, wine, etc. If you need help in arranging carpools and procuring lift tickets, that can be provided. You must provide your own ski equipment, lift tickets and a Friday night meal. Please remember, you must be an official member of the Long Beach Ski Club to join the ski club trips and fill out the sign-up form located in the back part of Breeze. Please support the club and see you up on the slopes! Week Trip With Shep By Bob Shepard Hay!! There is just one spot left for the Park City, Canyons & Deer Valley Utah ski week trip, one month from now. So get your ski gear tuned-up. You ll need them the first week of February 1-8, Please let us know if you would like to join us on this trip. The LBSC ski club cut back on its number of spots on the trip to just 8, and with a recent cancellation. That makes 7, so if we can t fill this spot we ll have to let it go. Snowboarders, if you signed-up for the Park City ski week trip please contact me - Bob Shepard at I ll have your Lift Pass corrected, giving you one additional day at either The Canyon or Park City Mountain Resort. Deer Valley Mountain Resort does not have snowboard at their resort. We will be departing February 1, 2014 from LAX to Salt Lake, flying on Southwest Airlines with no baggage fees for your first two bags (both your boot & ski bags count as one bag). Check out all of the trip details in the Park City Flyer & Sign-up form now in the Ski Breeze. After the ski trip there will be a photo party later in May 2014 with location TBD. Take a lot of photos and videos. Please sign-up for that one spot on the trip and mail in your forms NOW. Thanks hope to see you in Park City!

4 Racing By Catherine Singer The Long Beach Ski Club has a long and prosperous history competing against the other regional ski clubs in both Slalom and Giant Slalom race events at Mammoth Mountain Ski Area. LBSC competes within the Ullr Race League and the organization is set up to allow skiers of all abilities to compete against others within their same skill Race Schedule at Mammoth 1/6-10 ROKKA Race Camp 1/11 Slalom 2/22 Giant Slalom 3/22-23 SOCAL Championships Ullr 1, 12/14/13 (GS) Rev 2, 12/20/13 Results by Class, 1 Run Run Strike Class Bib Name Leag Club Time Type HDCP PLC PTS STK MDL Time CRS SKILL 2 VET M 82 Larry Gowing ULLR LONG SKILL 3 VET M 64 Gary Seaton ULLR LONG SKILL 4 VET M 13 Ken Kawahara ULLR LONG SKILL 9 VET M 143 Craig Gibson ULLR LONG SKILL 6 VET F 73 Terrie Seaton ULLR LONG Number Registered: 74 Number Started: 73 Number Finished: 71 Race Statistics Membership Pattison s Parley By Dave Pattison Run Type Key: 1 = OK 2 = DSQ 3 = DNF 4 = TDQ 5 = Provisionsl Zots (Classes 1-7) Firsts: 11 Seconds: 2 Number of Strikes: 4 6 = DNS Thirds: 0 Percentage Strikes: 5.48 Medals (Classes 8-10, SNOB) Strikes Course 1: 3 Firsts: 8 Strikes Course 2: 1 Seconds: 0 Strikes Course 3: 0 Thirds: 0 Strikes Course 4: 0 Strikes Key: 1 = first strike 2 = second strike, bumped to next higher class for the next race D = double strike, bumped to the next higher class with a strike for the next race I realized there wasn t a good web page with web cams of Mammoth, so I decided to build my own: Currently it has the web cams and some traffic and Cal Trans information. I will be adding more links and information as the storms start rolling in. It is very mobile friendly so open it up on your smart phone. Feel free to contact me if you have any suggestions or comments. I have a giant banner ad for the Long Beach Ski Club so hopefully we can attract more interest in our club. 4

5 5 More on Racing from our Secretary By Craig Gibson On Sunday evening December 15th, 85 ski enthusiasts of many different skill levels convened at the Mammoth Mountain Inn to register for the 32ndannual Los Angeles Council Ski, Ride and Race Week. The following morning we separated into small classes of 4-7 students each and got down to business: 5 consecutive days, 5 hours a day of ski instruction with some of the best ski instructors and race coaches on the planet. I would love to go on and on about the drills, video analysis, gate training, races, etc. but I do so at the risk of subjecting you to my inner ski wonk; and, because of that, I will keep things simple. LA Council Ski Week is all about improving your skiing and having a heck of a good time doing so. LBSC members attending the camp were Art Husami, new member Hsin Chou, and myself. Other members up for the week but not attending the camp were Julie Elder, Ray Mortaloni, Steve Crowley, Larry Gowing, and new permanent Mammoth resident, Ken Kawahara. Former LBSC members Alan Gainok, who now lives in Florida, and Roger Bowman, who now lives in Georgia, also joined us for the week. Sorely missed was Mike Zullo who had to cancel participation in the camp due to a back injury. On Wednesday evening, December 18 the staff of Mammoth Mountain hosted a tribute to John Catozzi, the founder of the ski week, who passed away quite suddenly and unexpectedly of a heart attack on March 23, All camp participants were invited to join in a nighttime torchlight ski descent from McCoy Station to the Main Lodge. As a participant who was near the end of the procession, it was awesome to look down Broadway and see 140 points of light moving downhill in a serpentine formation. After the procession, we reconvened at the Dry Creek Bar for food, drink, live music and a video presentation on John s life. Following the video people stepped forward to reminisce. Although each reminiscence was unique and frequently humorous, each shared a common thread: John was a passionate person. He was passionate about his family; he was passionate about his friends; and he was passionate about skiing. His passion for skiing and his desire to share that with others was the genesis for the ski week which, 32 years later, continues to thrive and remains the highlight of the year for many. At the final camp banquet, we were all asked to raise our glasses for toasts. Three toasts were made. The first was to John Catozzi. The second was to John Funtsch, cofounder of the camp who is no longer able to attend. The third was to the continuing existence of the camp. Under the very capable hands of Chris Starczak and Leslie Bivens, our next camp is scheduled for December 15-19, Ullr 1, 12/14/13 (GS) Rev 2, 12/20/13 Club Results PLACE CLUB REGISTERED STARTERS POINTS 1 CENT AERO LONG SEA Totals 38 38

6 Get loose with lance By Lance Liebl Well, the year is coming to an end and we just had our last social event on December 7th celebrating our LBSC Christmas Party. The Christmas ham provided by the club was devoured along with all the food brought by members. I got to keep the ham bone and made delicious navy bean soup which I ate three times after sharing some of it at my work place. The turnout was the best we had in years. We probably had close to 30 members attended this party. We need to thank Bob Miller for hosting the party at his home and thank Jan Patten for decorating the home with her personal Christmas decorations. I can t think of a better way for all the members to celebrate the holidays together. I want to thank all the members for their attendance to all the social events the club provided this past year. Wine tasting was supported by most of the members. Two events that come to mind were the Saint Patrick Day party at Bob s home and the summer barbecue at Dave Lopez s which were tremendous successes. I want to thank every one of our members who supported the social events for I want to wish everyone an upcoming Happy New Year and hope all will be healthy and prosperous! For January we will have a wine tasting at the District Wine club located on Linden Ave. The date for this will be Saturday January 18th. Hope to see LBSC members attending this next social event. JANUARY BIRTHDAYS!!! Sandy Jensen Barbara Reum Hsin Chou 7th 12th 16th Jan & Kris Holiday Party 2013! 6

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8 Counting with Cherri By Cherri Gregg HAPPY NEW YEAR! Goodbye 2013, Hello 2014! The insurance for the Club was renewed in December, and we were reminded that the Club must maintain an adequate system to regularly secure the Waiver and Release Forms. By not doing so, it will not void the Club s insurance coverage, but it could void the Club s coverage in the event of a claim. What good is having insurance, if you can t file a claim if something DID happen? So, when you renew your membership, please make sure David gets your Application and signed Waiver Form. Remember, each member must fill out and sign their own application and waiver form. I heard that the holiday party was a lot of fun. I was sorry to miss it but Grandma duties trumps all. The expenses for the holiday Ken & Cherri Gregg party are still outstanding, and as Lance always puts on a great social event but spares no expense, I am hoping that I don t go into sticker shock when I finally do see the costs. The Club s financial goal for the last several years has been to break even, hoping that the membership dues and raffle funds would cover all operating expenses and the week and weekend trips would cover their own expenses. However, with the decrease in membership and the club no longer collecting money to attend the parties, it will not be possible for it to break even. The board has decided that, and that s okay. The board will continue to try and find ways to make money for the club, because without it, the club cannot survive. By the same token, spending from the reserve from years past for hosting social events is okay too. We have a total of 56 members 31 men and 25 women. That is still below the number of members this time last year. The new website gives people the capability to enroll on-line, and we have gotten some past members renewing their membership - which is great! However, some are signing up but not sending in the membership fee, application and waiver. So, if you are using the new system to enroll, please make sure you follow up by sending the membership fee with a signed application and waiver. The club s first ski trip is just around the corner, and the week trip to Utah is only a month away. Every year about October, I tell myself it s time to get back to going to the gym every day so that I ll be ready when ski season starts. Well, as usual, work has kept me very busy. I haven t been to the gym in weeks; okay lets not lie, months. That s not the start to ski season that I was hoping for. However, Ken & I are looking forward to a great ski season! We always enjoy the weekend trips to Mammoth and the Saturday night dinners at the Club condo. It is such a fun and relaxing way to spend a weekend. Well that s it for me. Hope you see you on the mountain or one of the Club s social events! 8

9 WAYS & MEANS By Ken Gregg Only six people showed up for the most recent General Membership meeting, held on December 4TH. There were 3 board members, 1 general member, 1 new member and 1 guest. There were an insufficient number of participants to hold a general raffle. We did however, conduct a free raffle to give away a nice bottle of wine to one of the new members &/or guest. As there were only 2 they each had a 50/50 chance of winning. And guess what, one of them walked away with nice bottle wine, just for showing up at the General Membership meeting; and free pizza too; lucky them! We would truly love to see some more participation at our next General Membership Meeting, which is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on 8 January. As usual, it will be held at Ecco s Pizza in Long Beach. Please plan on joining us for some free pizza (drinks are on your own), socializing and information about the club & upcoming events. As in the past we will be conducting a drawing to give away a bottle of wine to any of the non or recently new members in attendance. In addition, we are also planning on conducting a raffle for everyone s participation & enjoyment (assuming enough members show up). Hope that your fitness program this upcoming season is well underway and that you are starting to build up some additional strength & endurance. Let s plan on this being the best season ever!! LOOKING FOR LOCAL SKIERS! Marcos, a former ski school instructor is looking for people to ski with locally; Baldy, Snow Valley and Mountain High. His goal is to ski 100 times this year. He skied Slide Peak in Snow Valley 10 times by himself last year. Give him a ring at (562) Marcos & Elise 9

10 December 2013 Volume: 75, Issue 7 Long Beach Ski Club Membership application and Waiver New Member Renewing Member Member Since Each Member must complete this Application *Couples: each must complete a separate Application* Name: Address: Apt.: City: State: Zip: (required): Phone: Home ( ) Cell ( ) Work ( ) Occupation: Personal Information Sex: M F Birthday / (Mo/Day) Top Three Activities (after skiing): 1 2 Person to be notified in case of emergency Name: Relationship: Phone: Home ( ) Cell ( ) Work ( ) Spouse s/couple s Name: I agree to comply with the club s By-laws and waivers: Signature of Applicant: 3 Other favorites (circle): wine tasting dining tennis table tennis bicycling sailing hiking camping RVing bikes computers gardening cooking museums fine art live theatre concerts volleyball softball travel (specify) cards (specify) other Dues Single: $40.00 Couples: $56.00 Couples can attach their applications and waivers together. Application is not valid unless the attached waiver is completed and signed. Mail Application to Long Beach Ski Club, Inc. c/o PO Box Long Beach, CA Date Rec d / Cash Check #

11 December 2013 Volume: 75, Issue 7 Long Beach Ski Club Inc. PLEASE READ AND BE CERTAIN YOU UNDERSTAND THE IMPLICATIONS OF SIGNING RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAVER OF CLAIMS, EXPRESS ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT I do hereby affirm and acknowledge that I have been fully informed of the inherent hazards and risks associated with Winter Sports Activities, including travel to and from winter designations. I fully understand that these risks can lead to severe injury and even loss of life. I further understand that: 1. Risk of injury from the activity and equipment utilized is significant including the potential for broken bones, severe injuries to the head, neck, and back or other bodily injuries that may result in permanent disability and death. 2. Possible equipment failure and/or malfunction or misuse of my own or others equipment. 3. I AGREE THAT I WILL WEAR APPROVED PROTECTIVE GEAR AS DECREED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE SPORT I AM PARTICIPATING IN. However, protective gear cannot guarantee the participant s safety. I further agree that no helmet can protect the wearer against all potential head injuries or prevent injury to the wearers face, neck or spinal cord. Failure to wear a helmet may result in denial of any claim(s) against the Long Beach Ski Club Inc. and its insurance provider. 4. Variation and/or steepness of terrain, variation or changes in surfaces including but not limited to snow surfaces, ice, bare spots, rocks, stumps, debris, cliffs, trees, fences, posts, trees, light poles, signs, buildings, roads, walkways, ramps, rails, stairs, pyramids, manual pads, bowls, half-pipes, jumps, padded and non-padded barriers, other persons, and other natural and man-made hazards. 5. My own negligence and/or the negligence of others, including but not limited to operator error and guide decision making including misjudging terrain, weather, riding surfaces or other obstacles. 6. Exposure to the elements and temperature extremes may result in frostnip, frostbite, heat exhaustion, heat stroke, sunburn, hypothermia and dehydration. 7. Dangers associated with exposure to natural elements include but are not limited to avalanche, rock fall, inclement weather, thunder and lightning, severe and or varies wind, temperature and other weather conditions. I understand the description of these risks is not complete and unknown or unanticipated risks may result in injury, illness, or death. Nevertheless, I wish to proceed and I freely accept and expressly assume all risk, dangers, and hazards that may arise from such activities which could result in personal injury, loss of life and property damage to me. In consideration of being allowed to participate in Long Beach Ski Club activities, I hereby agree as follows: Waiver and Release, Long Beach Ski Club, Inc. (8/8/2013) Page

12 Long Beach Ski Club Inc. December 2013 Volume: 75, Issue 7 PLEASE READ AND BE CERTAIN YOU UNDERSTAND THE IMPLICATIONS OF SIGNING RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAVER OF CLAIMS, EXPRESS ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT 8. To waive and release any and all claims based upon negligence, active or passive with the exception of intentional, wanton or willful misconduct that I may have in the future against Long Beach Ski Club Inc., their officers, directors, employees, representatives, agents, and volunteers from liability and responsibility whatsoever and for any claims or causes of action that I, my estate, heirs, survivors, executors, or assigns may have for personal injury, property damage, or wrongful death arising from the above activities whether caused by active or passive negligence of the Long Bea Ski Club Inc. or otherwise. 9. By executing this document, I agree to hold Long Beach Ski Club Inc. harmless and indemnify them in conjunction with any injury, disability, death, or loss or damage to person or property that may occur as a result of my engaging in the above activities. 10. By entering into this agreement, I am not relying on any oral or written representation or statements made by the Long Beach Ski Club Inc., other than what is set forth in this agreement. I further agree that this Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States of America. 11. If any provision, section, subsection, clause or phrase of this release is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that portion shall be severed from this contract. The remainder of this contract will then be construed as though the unenforceable portion had never been contained in this document. I hereby declare that I am of legal age and am competent to sign this Agreement or, if not, that my parent or legal guardian shall sign on my behalf, and that my parent or legal guardian is in complete understanding and concurrence with this agreement. I HAVE READ THIS AGREEMENT, I UNDERSTAND IT, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY IT. Signature of Participant Date Signature of Parent or Guardian if Participant is a Minor, and by their signature they, on my behalf release all claims that both they and I have. Date Waiver and Release, Long Beach Ski Club, Inc. (8/8/2013) Page

13 December 2013 Volume: 75, Issue 7 Long Beach Ski Club & Century City are going to Park City, Canyons, & Deer Valley UTAH February 1-8, 2014 From the fantastic starting price of...$ * * In Park City Peaks Hotel, with daily breakfast for $ double occupancy. *.In Jupiter Inn Condos 2 bedroom & 2 bath for $ double occupancy. * In the Park View Condo 3 bedroom 2.5 bath for $ double occupancy. * Single supplement: cost per person Hotel-room add $ & cost per person Condos $ Included: Roundtrip airfare LAX to Salt Lake, Utah on Southwest Airlines. (no baggage fees for 2 bags!) Roundtrip ground transfers to our hotel & condos via deluxe travel coach. Park City Peaks Hotel or large spacious condos. Of course they have 2 pools, hot tub, steam room, and sauna. 5 of 6 day lift tickets to use in Park City 3 days, Canyons 1day and Deer Valley 1 day. Opening night welcome reception and closing night group dinner. Nastar races, with lunch on the hill next to the race area. Private, exclusive event: use of the Flying Eagle Zip Line and Alpine Roller Coaster attractions Après ski parties and more! It ll be as much fun as we can pack into a fantastic week!! Only 30 spaces are available. A $500 deposit is due NOW to secure your place on the trip. Note: Both the Hotel and Condos are based on first come, first serve, late sign-ups go in the Park Station condos at additional cost. Send to: Robert Shep Shepard; 360 Linares Avenue, Long Beach, CA For more information call Shep: Cell Note: Any payments received after the due dates will be charged a $25.00 late fee. Payment Schedule: Your 2nd payment of $400 due 10/1/13; and your final balance is due November 15, Refund policy: Fully refundable until 9/1/13, Any cancellation after 9/2/13 to10/15/13 subject to $ fee, Any cancellation after 10/16/13 to 12/1/13 a $ fee. There will be No refund after 12/2.13 unless replacement is found (may incur change fee). Mountain stats Deer Valley Park City the Canyons Acres Trails Lifts % Intermediate 50% 52% 44% d Elevation 6600 to to 10, to 10,000 Longest run 3.2 miles 3.5 miles 4 miles Ave. annual snowfall CST #

14 December August 2013 Volume: 75, Issue 37 LONG BEACH SKI CLUB Waiver and Liability Release Form Please Read Carefully Before Signing Location of Trip: Park City; Date of Trip: February 1-8, 2013 (with Century City Ski Club) Name: Address:, State:, Zip Code: - As a member of the Long Beach Ski Club, I agree as follows: I fully understand and acknowledge that winter/outdoor recreational activities have: (a) inherent risks, dangers, and hazards and such exist in my travel to/from Whistler; snow skiing, snow mobiling, snow shoeing, and any winter sports activity. (b) my participation in such activities and/or use of such equipment may result in injury or illness including, but not limited to bodily injury, strains, fractures, partial and/or total paralysis, death or other ailments that could cause serious permanent disability; (c) these risks and dangers may be caused by the gross or actual negligence of the owners, employees, officers, or agents of Long Beach Ski Club Inc.; the negligence of the participants, the negligence of others, accidents, breaches of contract, the forces of nature or other causes. Risks and dangers may arise from foreseeable or unforeseeable causes including, but not limited to, travel to/from Whistler, resort terrain, weather, trail route location, and depth of snow, ice, incline of runs, wind, snow, risks of falling, coming into contact with other skiers, obstacles, and such other risks, hazards and dangers that are integral to activities that take place in a winter/outdoor recreational environment; and (d) by my participation in these activities I hereby agree that I am voluntarily participating in such activity, that I have been advised of the risks and hereby assume all risks and dangers and all responsibility for any losses and/or damages, whether caused in whole or in part by the negligence or other conduct of the Board of Directors, agents, officers, or employees of Long Beach Ski Club Inc., other guests, or by any other person. I, on behalf of myself and my successors or assigns hereby voluntarily agree to release, waive, discharge, hold harmless, defend and indemnify Long Beach Ski Club Inc., its Board of Directors, agents, officers, and employees from any and all claims, actions, or losses for bodily injury, property damage, wrongful death, loss of services or otherwise that may arise out of my participation in travel to/from Whistler; winter/outdoor recreational activities or any other activities. I specifically understand that I am releasing, discharging, and waiving any claims or actions that I may have presently or in the future for the negligent acts or other conduct by the Board of Directors, agents, officers or employees of Long Beach Ski Club Inc., their successors and/or assigns. I also agree to the following: I, the undersigned, acknowledge that I am aware of the risks and hazards involved in participating in winter recreational activities while on the Whistler, club week trip for January 28 through February 4, 2012, as well as any associated activity, to include but not limited to; snow skiing, snow mobiling, snow shoeing. I voluntarily participate in all such activities although knowing such dangers, I hereby release the Long Beach Ski Club Inc. This release shall be binding upon the administrators and/or executors of my estate, my heirs and successors in interests. The venue of any dispute that may arise out of this agreement or otherwise between the parties to which Long Beach Ski Club Inc. or its Board of Directors, agents, officers or employees is a party shall be, County of Los Angeles, State of California. I HAVE READ THE ABOVE WAIVER AND LIABILITY RELEASE IN FULL AND BY SIGNING IT AGREE. IT IS MY INTENTION TO EXEMPT AND RELIEVE LONG BEACH SKI CLUB INC., THEIR SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS FROM LIABILITY FOR PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE OR WRONGFUL DEATH CAUSED BY NEGLIGENCE OR ANY OTHER CAUSE. I am over the age of eighteen, Signature: Dated:,

15 September December 2013 Volume: 75, Issue 47 CST # Park City LBSC Ski Trip - February 1 to 8, 2014 SKI CLUB WINTER RESERVATION FORM (Circle choices) M/F Y/N Y/N Y/N Full Name (as appears on your Driver License) Sex Smoke Member Skier Date of Birth M/F Y/N Y/N Y/N Full Name (as appears on your Driver License) Sex Smoke Member Skier Date of Birth Address City State Zip ( ) ( ) Apartment number Home Phone Day Phone Address (Mandatory) ( ) Emergency Contact (Mandatory) Emergency Phone Roommate Name Condo-mates Preference Lodging selections Hotel or Condo, (Circle one): PEAKS HOTEL CONDOS Number of People & Lodging selection: # 2 BR Park City Peaks Hotel (Singles or Double bed) Single Supplement cost: one person in the room at $ # 2 or 3 BR Condos (Singles or Double bed) Single Supplement cost: one person Condo room at $ Request a Single supplement in (Hotel) (Condo) ` Trip Prices: $ Lodging per person (double occupancy) $ Additional amount per person. $ Your Total Trip Price Make checks payable to: Long Beach Ski Club $ Amount Enclosed Remember to include a copy of your Driver License*** Include both the Long Beach Ski Club Release forms*** Mail to: Bob Shep Shepard 360 Linares Avenue. Long Beach, CA Telephone: Cell or Answer phone * * * ALL TRIP PARTICIPANTS MUST HAVE A SIGNED RELEASE FORM ON FILE and a Copy of their Driver License with DL Number Black Out and mailed with application*** ***ALL CANCELLATIONS must go though SHEP Cell Phone (310) CANCELLATION FEES: Note: Any payment received after the due dates will be charged a $25.00 late fee Fully refundable up to September 1, Any cancellation from September 2 to October 15, 2013 subject to $ per person cancellation fee. Any Cancellation from October 16 to December 1, 2013 subject to $ per person cancellation fee. After December 1, 2013 will be NO REFUNDS. Sign here Date Signature required --- Yes, I have read and understand the Terms & Conditions of Cancellation. *** Trip & Medical Insurance is recommended. For Trip Insurance go to: For a $ policy, there are 4 different choices from $91.56 to $140.00, pick one. 15

16 LONG BEACH SKI CLUB MAMMOTH WEEKEND TRIP APPLICATION NAME ADDRESS CITY: STATE ZIP CODE PHONE Please complete a separate application for each trip. Please check the date of trip you wish to attend: December 12-15, 2013 * three day weekend Thurs Sun $ January 9-12, 2014 *three day weekend Thurs Sun $ February 20-23, 2014 *three day weekend Thurs Sun $ March 20-23, 2014 *three day weekend Thurs-Sun $ April 3-6, 2014 *three day weekend Thurs-Sun $ * indicates trips where Ullr league races occur Do you need lift tickets YES NO Are you willing to be a car pool driver? YES NO How many people (include yourself) can you accommodate with ski/board gear? What time do you prefer to leave town? Two day weekend trips leave Friday, three day trips on Thursday. All trips return Sunday. All trips are car pool drive ups. Each individual is responsible for purchasing/providing for their own lift ticket. The prices listed above apply to current Long Beach Ski Club members and their guest. Prices subject to change without notice. Waiver and Release of Liability (attached) must be signed and returned with this signup sheet. Signature Date TRIP CANCELLATION POLICY If it necessary for you to cancel your trip for any reason, the following refund policy will apply: 1. No refund will be issued if the Long Beach Ski Club will suffer financial loss. 2. A refund will be issued if all spaces on the trip have been sold and your cancelled space has been filled and paid for in full. 3. If a refund is issued, penalties imposed will be deducted from the refund. 4. Refund will be issued ASAP. CONTACT: Roberto Tovar, VP of Weekend Trips rtovar562@verizon.net SIGN UP: At any club meeting, event OR Mail payment & application to: Roberto Tovar 1339 Park Ave., Long Beach CA For this and other club information visit our website at: Be sure to fill out and sign the following two pages (Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims...) They must accompany this form. 16

17 Long Beach Ski Club Inc. RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS, EXPRESS ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT I do hereby affirm and acknowledge that I have been fully informed of the inherent hazards and risks associated with Winter Sports Activities, including travel to and from winter designations. I fully understand that these risks can lead to severe injury and even loss of life. I further understand that: 1. Risk of injury from the activity and equipment utilized is significant including the potential for broken bones, severe injuries to the head, neck, and back or other bodily injuries that my result in permanent disability and death. 2. Possible equipment failure and/or malfunction or misuse of my own or others equipment. 3. I AGREE THAT I WILL WEAR APPROVED PROTECTIVE GEAR AS DECREED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE SPORT I AM PARTICIPATING IN. However, protective gear cannot guarantee the participant s safety. I further agree that no helmet can protect the wearer against all potential head injuries or prevent injury to the wearer s face, neck or spinal cord. Failure to wear a helmet may result in denial of any claim(s) against the Long Beach Ski Club Inc. and its insurance provider. 4. Variation and/or steepness of terrain, variation or changes in surfaces including but not limited to snow surfaces, ice, bare spots, rocks, stumps, debris, cliffs, trees, fences, posts, trees, light poles, signs, buildings, roads, walkways, ramps, rails, stairs, pyramids, manual pads, bowls, half-pipes, jumps, padded and non-padded barriers, other persons, and other natural and man-made hazards. 5. My own negligence and/or the negligence of others, including but not limited to operator error and guide decision making including misjudging terrain, weather, riding surfaces or other obstacles. 6. Exposure to the elements and temperature extremes may result if frost nip, frost bite, heat exhaustion, heat stroke, sunburn, hypothermia and dehydration. 7. Dangers associated with exposure to natural elements include but are not limited to avalanche, rock fall, inclement weather, thunder and lighting, severe and or varied wind, temperature and other weather conditions. I understand the description of these risks is not complete and unknown or unanticipated risks may result in injury, illness, or death. Nevertheless, I wish to proceed and I freely accept and expressly assume all risk, dangers and hazards that may arise from such activities which could result in personal injury, loss of life and property damage to me. In consideration of being allowed to participate in Long Beach Ski Club activities, I hereby agree as follows: 8. To waive and release any and all claims based upon negligence, active or passive with the exception of intentional, wanton or willful misconduct that I may have in the future against Long Beach Ski Club Inc., their officers, directors, employees, representatives, agents, and volunteers from liability and responsibility whatsoever and for any claims or causes of action that I, my estate, heirs, survivors, executors, or assigns may have for personal injury, property damage, or wrongful death arising from the above activities whether caused by active or passive negligence of the Long Beach Ski Club Inc. or otherwise. 9. By executing this document, I agree to hold Long Beach Ski Club Inc. harmless and indemnify them in conjunction with any injury, disability, death, or loss or damage to person or property that may occur as a result of my engaging in the above activities. 10. By entering into this agreement, I am not relying on any oral or written representation or statements made by the Long Beach Ski Club Inc., other than what is set forth in this agreement. I further agree that this Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States of America. 17

18 11. If any provision, section, subsection, clause or phrase of this release is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that portion shall be severed from this contract. The remainder of this contract will then be construed as though the unenforceable portion had never been contained in this document. I hereby declare that I am of legal age and am competent to sign this Agreement or, if not, that my parent or legal guardian shall sign on my behalf, and that my parent or legal guardian is in complete understanding and concurrence with this agreement. I HAVE READ THIS AGREEMENT, I UNDERSTAND IT, AND I AGREE TO BE BOUND BY IT. Signature of Participant Date Signature of Parent or Guardian If Participant Is a Minor, and by their signature they, on my behalf release all claims that both they and I have. Date 18

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