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1 The January 2018 Volume LXXXII, Number 1 EDGE Newsletter of The January is National Learn to Ski or Snowboard Month January is officially designated as Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month, so the Hudson Valley Ski Club will be joining other ski clubs and resorts around the country when we offer free ski and snowboard learning and improvement lessons on Sunday, Jan 7 at Belleayre Mt. Regardless of your ability level, there is always something to take away from a lesson. Skiers and snowboarders know how to enjoy winter. Let your friends know that you are part of the family the ski and snowboard family so you can spend more time together. Share the passion; bring a friend, neighbor, brother/sister, parent, grandparent, children (age 12+). Never been skiing? Take a lesson from a Pro and learn the basics that will take you to a winter wonderland of fun and excitement. Still in that intermediate rut? Your certified Pro will help you find that ah-ha moment. That s when everything clicks and you realize your skiing or snowboarding has reached that next level of enhanced abilities. Lessons for beginner/novice and intermediate/advanced will be offered. Additional lesson days will be: Thursday, Jan. 11- Windham; Sunday, Jan. 21-Jiminy. Sign up with Herb docherbe@optonline.net or (845) Schedule subject to change. Check our Facebook page for updates. Discount lift tickets for these dates are available from Potter Brothers ski shops. Inside... Club News Club Events Ski Trips Calendar....14

2 2 Club Information Club Officers President: Immediate Past Pres: Vice-President: Secretary: Treasurer: Sergeant at Arms: John Feilen Frank Van Zanten Jeff Elwyn Charles Shanes Jim Gahn Pat Cummins Board of Directors Keith Faucher Pat Marsh Felice Hunter Rich Partridge Committee Chairs Budget and Finance: Constitution: Pat Cummins John Macek Events: Gwen Cardarelli & Ellen Kelly Instruction: Herb Eschbach Marketing/Publicity: Craig Goldstein Social Media Coordinator: Vacant Meeting Programs: Membership Services: Newsletter: Website: Vacant Pete Gray Sub-Chair: Welcoming, Mentoring, Retention: Susan Eschbach 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 Hey all HVSC members! Are you all ready for a long, snowy season? I Am! The holiday party at the Grandview was a success! Many of our members had a great time socializing; the food and drinks were excellent and so was the music! Looking forward to the tri-mountain Vermont trip with our trip leader, Felice Hunter; three mountains to be skied at are Stratton, Bromley and Magic. Other trips coming up are Tahoe, Mt. Snow, Schweitzer and Attitash. Some day trips we will be enjoying are at Hunter, Bellayre, Catamount, Butternut, Greek Peak, Windham and Thunder Ridge. We have many ski tickets to give away this year at our ski lift ticket lotto program, so please come to all our meetings, at 7:30 pm on the first and third Wednesdays of the month, at Umberto s in Poughkeepsie. Think snow! John Feilen, HVSC President

3 Club News 3 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 March 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 to thank the ski area for their support of the HVSC. There will be LTL drawings at both January meetings with tickets from area moutains, including Catamount, Mt Snow, Hunter, Attitash/Wildcat, Windham and Thunder Ridge. Ticket prices for the Lotto will be: 1 for $1, 6 for $5, and 15 for $10. Your Ski Trip Photos Needed Remember to take photos on your ski trips to share memories of your ski adventures with club members and other visitors to our Website. Simply forward your photo images to Albums@ Hudson- ValleySkiClub.org and we ll create the Photo Gallery for you. Size your images to a maximum of 1024x768 pixels at either 72 or 150 dpi to keep file sizes manageable. Create a zip file to include the image files you will send. (For instructions see the Guidelines link on the Photos page of the website.) Keep in mind that you will be highlighting both the club activity and your photographic ability. Members appreciate sharp, colorful, and interesting photos, so carefully choose the ones you upload. If you have questions or need assistance please contact John Macek, Webmaster, at john@jfmacek.com. From the Membership Desk Lift Ticket Lotto Winners Dec 6 Attitash Susan Stark Magic Mt. Rich Partridge Thunder Ridge John Feilen Catamount Mark Searle Hunter Rich Partridge Christmas Tree Mark Searle (Thank you to Mike Senkier for donating the Christmas tree!) The Membership Directories are now available. You can pick up your copy at any HVSC meeting. Welcome New Members! Chris DeRoberts Lizdely Garcia Kurt Schweiger Armando Garcia Lance Geyer Dec 20 Thunder Ridge Frank VanZanten Catamount Pat Cummins Magic Lizdely Garcia Jiminy Peak Danna Etu Butternut Nonie Kelly Butternut Rich Partridge

4 4 Club News Get Your Discount Tickets Here! There s no reason to pay full price for lift tickets. There are many, many ways to reduce your lift ticket spending, and the HVSC website is the place to find out how. Just go to the recently revised Discounts page at hudsonvalleyskiclub.org/discounts. Council Days These are deep discount days at many ski areas in the Northeast. The compilation under the title, Ski Council Discounts, combines NJ Ski and Snowboard Council (NJSSC) and NY Capital District Ski Council (NYCD- SC) discount days. The list is sortable by clicking on a column heading and searchable by entering the resort name or year/month in the search box. Advance Purchase Lift Tickets HVSC s representative to the NJSSC (Jim Gahn) administers this program. See program guidelines, available ski resorts, prices, and order form in the Members Only section of the website. Event Committee After a number of years of service Gwen Cardarelli, Ginny May, and Ellen Kelly have stepped down from the Events Committee. We are looking for their replacement(s). The committee is responsible for organizing the yearly Installation Party as well as being a clearinghouse for events planned by our members to prevent scheduling conflicts. The committee also encourages members to plan events of interest to the membership and make sure the information is posted in the newsletter. We thank Gwen, Ginny, and Ellen for all they have done. They are willing to provide guidance to whomever volunteers to chair this important committee. Mountain Specials A number of ski areas offer season long special pricing to HVSC members. Potter Brothers stores in Kingston and Fishkill. Daily ticket savings up to $31 per ticket. Flex tickets with predetermined dates provide the lowest prices for that day. Go to for Flex tickets pricing and dates. In addition, for the seniors among us, check the ski area price lists for senior discounts. Gone are the days of free skiing after a certain age... sorry Frank... but savings nonetheless. Enjoy your skiing and save money at the same time. John Macek The Web Guy 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

5 Club Events Ski Improvement Days Are you still finding yourself skiing in the back seat? Or maybe getting out of control, or going too fast? Does anxiety or the fear factor set in and make you stop to re-group? These are certainly not uncommon for many of us, and they can disrupt our demeanor and skiing flow, assuming we have one! Even expert skiers acknowledge experiencing occasional quirks. A possible solution: Identify why we react to what we think may be an uncomfortable or out-of-control situation. Can it be as simple as being out of balance or position? Add to that the common quote that skiing is a huge mind game. Our ski club s certified professional ski instructors can help you fine tune your skiing skills to lessen those frustrating moments that you have experienced. Check out the list of scheduled Ski Improvement Days and take your skiing to the next level. Sun. Jan 7, Belleayre For updates, follow us on HVSC Facebook. Register with Herb Eschbach docherbe@optonline.net, Connect on Facebook Check the HVSC Facebook page to connect with members on current club events and happenings. Wednesdays on Snow & Apres Ski Looking for someone to ski with during the week? Join friends (members and non-members) as we ski/snowboard the diverse trails at several ski resorts: Windham, Hunter, Jiminy, Belleayre, Thunder Ridge, Catamount, etc. Wednesday Ski Dates: Jan. 3 Hunter Jan. 10 Windham Jan. 17 Belleayre Jan. 24 Catamount An will be sent out a few days ahead listing meeting times and places, and any last minute updates, plus a roster so you can possibly share a ride. Sign up with Herb Eschbach so we know whom to expect. docherbe@optonline.net, cell (845) Check our Facebook page for any changes or updates to this schedule. 5 Northeast Ski Report Before hitting the slopes, click here to check out the latest conditions at your favorite mountain! On The Snow Want to hike, bike, or hit the slopes for a day but need a 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! 22 Trails * 100% Snowmaking * 3 Quad Lifts * Close to home! SKI CLUB MEMBERS SAVE! $20 to $25 OFF! 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

6 6 A Well-Deserved Thank You Dear Claudette, Since having joined the Hudson Valley Ski Club I ve several times experienced and enjoyed the privilege and the pleasure of being your guest for your highly regarded summer and December hospitality and entertainment events. While there was always a quiet hope that an exception would be found for the old adage that All good things do come to an end, your friends will understand and accept that after all these many seasons you have decided to draw a closing line. They will also long retain the memory of going home after any one of your parties and saying Wow! Claudette did it again. After the Holidays Party! Club Events The Trailsweepers extend an invitation to the HVSC to join them at their After the Holidays Party. Where: Ole Savanna, Kingston, NY When: Sat, 1/13/18, 6pm - 11pm Sign up before January 5th for $35 pp ($40 pp thereafter Contact Karen Spinozzi at karenrose1@yahoo.com. Thank you, dear friend! And... see you on the slopes. Frank Van Zanten Buy early, save more.

7 Club Events 7 Snowshoe Hikes and Dinners at Windham Mountain Resort This season, consider a guided snowshoe hike, now being offered on Saturdays at Windham Mountain. Chose a Saturday in January or February to enjoy a 3.2 mile guided snowshoe hike from the summit of Windham Mountain, followed by a delicious meal at SEASONS. All guests will meet outside of rentals at 3:30pm and take the chairlift to the summit at 3:45pm. From the there, hike across the Wilderness Bowl, and begin a winding adventure to the base lodge. Get a great workout before a delicious meal at SEASONS! Each tour will break into two ability levels. Space is limited and reservations are required. Snowshoe rentals (based upon availability) and your meal at SEASONS is included in your registration fee of $50. INFO AT A GLANCE WHERE 19 Resort Drive Windham, NY WHEN Jan 6, Feb 24, 2018 WHO Windham Mountain Resort PRICE Space is limited and reservations are required. Snowshoe rentals (based upon availability) and your meal at SEASONS is included in your registration fee of $50. Click here for more information, or to reserve your spot. PEAK EXPRESS CARD $40 DIRECT TO LIFT Save $30 off weekday lift tickets & $16 off weekend & holiday tickets Free anytime (non-holiday) lift ticket with purchase ext

8 8 Skiing and Snowboarding Family Fun Only Minutes Away Patterson, New York

9 Lake Tahoe HVSC Ski Trips Price: $1620 Payment schedule: $300 at June sign-up $220 per month due on the first of month July through December = $1320) TRIP INSURANCE HIGHLY RECOMMENDED CANCELLATION PENALTY MINIMUM $100 Heavenly January 27, - February 3, 2018 NorthStar at Tahoe Kirkwood TRIP INCLUDES: RT air from Albany NY to Reno NV. Via Southwest Airlines 7 nights lodging at Harvey s Hotel & Casino, Stateline, NV. (1.5 blocks from Heavenly gondola see map) 5 days of ski lift pass for Heavenly-Kirkwood-NorthStar. ( 6 th day available - $62 payable by August) RT bus from Highland NY Park and Ride to Albany airport RT bus from Reno airport to Harvey s Hotel. Stateline, NV. Package includes: One day at Kirkwood & one day at NorthStar at Tahoe w/rt buses Kirkwood & NorthStar are each about an hour bus ride, included in package. (see map to left) Trip Leader: Charlie Shanes Tel: level3a@hotmail.com Make Checks to: HVSC Trips Put Lake Tahoe on memo line Mail to: 54 Brown Road Wappingers Falls, NY Harvey s Hotel & Casino

10 10 HVSC Ski Trips 2018 The Selkirk Lodge February 24 March 3, 2018 Trip Leader: Jeff Elwyn Tel: Make Checks to HVSC Trips Put Schweitzer on memo line Mail to: 26 Country Lane Lake Katrine, NY Schweitzer Schweitzer Bowl Outback Bowl TRIP INCLUDES: RT air from Newark airport to Spokane, Washington. Via United Airlines 7 nights lodging at the ski-in, ski-out Selkirk Lodge, Sandpoint, Idaho 5 days of ski lift tickets ( 6 th day group ticket available for additional charge) RT bus from Highland, NY Park and Ride to Newark airport RT bus from Spokane airport to Selkirk Lodge, Schweitzer Mt. Package includes 6 hot breakfasts and one quick tip voucher. Price: $1620 Payment schedule: $300 at June sign-up $220 per month due on the first of month July through December = $1320) TRIP INSURANCE HIGHLY RECOMMENDED CANCELLATION PENALTY MINIMUM $100

11 HVSC Ski Trips Ski Southern Vermont s Historic Golden Triangle Stratton, Bromley, Magic Mtn January (M-Th) Price: $259 $100 deposit Balance due 12/6/17 3 NIGHTS Package Includes: 3 nights lodging & 3 breakfasts at the Upper Pass Lodge 1 Group lift ticket for each area Option to stay a 4th night for $ pp for Peak Pass holders Trip Leader: Felice Hunter Cell: fefelolo52@gmail.com Make checks out to HVSC Trips Write Triangle VT in memo area & mail to: 22 Majestic Woods Dr, Apt 1 Gardiner, NY 12525

12 12 HVSC Ski Trips 2018 Annual Ski Club Week Feb 12-15, 2018 (M-Th) Grand Summit Lodge, VT Package Includes: 3 nights lodging Daily breakfast Racing & Tubing 4 day lift ticket Welcome Party Pizza/Dance Party Price: $379 (Peaks Pass holders $279) Payments: $100 at sign-up (Please indicate if you are a Peak Pass holder) Final payment by 12/15/17 Trip Leader: Keith Faucher Phone: krfauch@optonline.net Make checks out to HVSC Trips, write Mt Snow in memo area & mail to: 11 Prince Rd, Hyde Park, NY March (M-Th) 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: $384 (Peaks Pass holders $284) Payments: $100 at sign up $100 by 10/15/17 $100 /55 pass holders by 12/15/17 $84 by 1/15/18 Trip Leader: Patricia Marsh Phone: h2oopr2@gmail.com Make checks out to HVSC Trips, write Attitash in memo area & mail to: 26 Spruce St, Kingston, NY Tuckerman Ravine

13 Club News 13 HVSC Ski Trips Cancellation/Refund Policy Minimum cancellation penalty is $100 for week long trips and $25 for shorter trips. Cancellation requests must be in writing and will take effect the date they are received by the trip leader. Penalties vary from trip to trip. Anyone who cancels a trip will be assessed penalties as per our contract with the vendor. Whatever the club loses, the person who cancels will lose plus the $100 cancellation penalty, however, the penalty will not exceed the total cost of the trip. Refunds will not be issued until after the final accounting of the trip. The Trip Committee strongly suggests participants purchase trip insurance. The price for trip insurance runs approximately 7% of the trip cost. An option to purchase trip insurance for any reason may be available. If you are interested in trip insurance please let the trip leader know at the time of sign up. For Sale Genuine HP Printer Ink: 1 New standard 564 Tri-Color combo pack 1 New 564xl Black 2 Free 564xl Black - 1 partially used 1 outdated (but it should work) $ 30 For ALL Contact Kathy Aman kathyaman1008@outlook.com (H) or (C) Do or do not. There is no try. Yoda

14 14 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 5 Shadows On The Hudson Rinaldi Blvd, Pkpsie 12 DiVine Wine Bar - 1 Market St, Wappingers Falls 19 Bonefish Grill South Rd, Poughkeepsie 26 Paula s Public House New Hackensack Rd, Pkpsie Calendar of Events January 3 Wednesdays on Snow - Hunter Mtn Club Meeting, Umberto 7:30 pm 7 Learn to Ski Day - Belleayre 10 Wednesdays on Snow - Windham 11 Learn to Ski Day - Windham 13 Trailsweepers After Holiday Party Ole Savannah, 7pm 17 Wednesdays on Snow - Belleayre Club Meeting, Umberto 7:30 pm 21 Learn to Ski Day - Jiminy Peak Dates to Remember 24 Wednesdays on Snow - Catamount Hudson Valley Ski Club PO Box 2704 Poughkeepsie, NY info@hudsonvalleyskiclub.org