ski trails december 2018 event calendar December 6th Membership Meeting at Evergreen Country Club Early Bird Deadline for Adult Ski Lessons December 7th Happy Hour: Double Tree December 14th Happy Hour: Willoughby s on Park December 20th Holiday Party at Evergreen Country Club December 21st Happy Hour: The Bridge Inn December 28th Happy Hour: The Hitching Post Every Friday the Dutchmen are celebrating somewhere. See inside for details! january ski trails deadline Thursday, December 6th Check for updates at www.fdsc.org What is your favorite Ski Town? Stowe, VT? Breckenridge, CO? My personal favorite, Bend, OR? What makes them special to you? Do you have that memory of an amazing day on the slopes, a magical snowy night walking downtown for dinner? I ll wager part of the appeal was the people that you met, the folks that do whatever is necessary to be part of that environment. Incredibly passionate folks, who love what they do, where they are, and give off positive vibes so strong that you can t help but share their enthusiasm. Where am I going with this? We may not live in the ideal ski town environment, but we can be a Community that affects the people around us. The Flying Dutchmen are the embodiment of the skiing lifestyle in this neighborhood. We can be the best ambassadors of the sport that we love so much. Wear your enthusiasm proudly, talk about it to your friends, and let them know what it s like to feel the spiritual connection to the mountains. What it feels like to glide down that perfectly groomed run. Our club is at a crossroads, like many organizations. Are we still relevant? How do we attract new members? How do we get our existing members and families to be more actively involved? We are trying new things like our Meet-up Group; we are investigating new social events, and are looking for ideas from you, our loyal members. But why not be one of the folks that gives off those positive vibes, shares their love of our sport, and reinvigorates our community. Reading may never be someone s favorite Ski Town, but being a Flying Dutchmen could make it a nicer place to be. See you on the slopes Dave McFarland President Membership Meetings are now held at the EVERGREEN COUNTRY CLUB at 7:30pm every first Thursday of the month April through August and every first and third Thursday of the month from September through March. Come early for food and drink! 415 Hartz Road, Fleetwood, PA 19522 610-944-7501 KITCHEN HOURS Friday 5:30-9:00pm Saturday 5:30-8:00pm Sunday 3:00 p.m.-7:00pm 2nd & 4th Sundays Brunch 10am-2pm Alternate Sundays Lite Fare at the Bar
2018 board of directors President: David McFarland Ph.: 610-207-4505 E-mail: president@fdsc.org 1st VP & Membership: Diane Nolfe Ph.: 610-207-4352 E-mail: membership@fdsc.org 2nd VP & Programs: Marge Ehst Ph.: 610-670-5768 E-mail: programs@fdsc.org Treasurer: Dennis Baldwin Ph.: 484-269-4309 E-mail: treasurer@fdsc.org Past President: Paul Schwartz Ph.: 610-779-8043 E-mail: pastpresident@fdsc.org Secretary: Cherylene Shollenberger Ph.: 484-336-7857 E-mail: secretary@fdsc.org Skimeister: Bob Fox Ph.: 610 392 9353 E-mail: skimeister@fdsc.org Trip Director: Bob Fehl E-mail: trips@fdsc.org Publicity Director: Karen Kabakoff Ph.: 484-529-7577 E-mail: publicity@fdsc.org Competition Director: Chris Berns Ph.: 717-625-4781 E-mail: competition@fdsc.org Social Director: Suzanne Claypoole Ph.: 610-334-4410 E-mail: social@fdsc.org welcome new members! Jake Bausher Katherine Becker Beth Delp James Delp Gary Dorsett Brian Falcone Meredith Falcone Jason Gabriel Nils Groten Thomas Howe Elissa Keeler membership Timothy Keeler Arlen Moser Sharon Moser Frode Nordhoy Luke Reedy Marley Reedy Herbert Schultz Kathryn Schultz Denise Shissler John Shissler As we approach the holiday season, we are thankful for many things. As a group, the Dutchmen are thankful for skiing (and many other activities), friendship and loyalty to a wonderful club. Currently, we have 407 members, 235 of which are families. The best news is that several of our most recent members joined the club at community events such as Buckman s Tent Sale and Guts to Glory. A few others took advantage of our free drink offer at Winter Sports Night. Even our Meetup group has brought in new faces. The club is growing thanks to you and your enthusiasm for all we are and do. An exciting new resource will debut on our website very soon. The first edition of the FDSC online directory has about 15 listings in a variety of categories. Follow the link to add your talent, business, craft, service, etc. to this valuable publication. https://goo.gl/forms/ji33s66e0vzev6hb2 2019 is a fantastic year to be a Dutchmen. We are turning 60 and that is cause for celebration. Look for more details about our anniversary party which will be held at the Double Tree Hotel on October 19, 2019. The committee is Diane Nolfe working hard to plan a spectacular event and YOU ARE INVITED! Membership Director Greetings all Our ski season is finally underway! USSA, Mid-Atlantic Masters Foy Cup Series, and NASTAR will all begin in our region just after New Year s. As usual, Bear Creek NASTAR will be Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, and every other Sunday afternoon. Our Open to ALL club members championship race will be the Tuesday after our lesson program ends, February 26th. Any questions on series schedules, gear, and getting started, as well as comments and suggestions, please email, message, or call me (484) 663-3719 anytime (Within reason, anyway). Race Team shirts are here! I ll have them at meetings and Tuesday evenings at Bear Creek. Race Team logo now can be embroidered on the jacket of your choice. PLEASE contact me for details. See you in the starting gate competition 2 www.fdsc.org Cheers Chris Berns Competition Director
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trips Hello Skiers! Time is waning to sign up for trips. First Tracks and Sunday River had to give up rooms and are closed. Later trips are still open so act now! Elk Day Trip, Greek Peak and Jay Peak all still need skiers. Check the trip log and contact them now. Parking for trips will remain at First Energy Stadium. Please park in a single line next to Carpenter Technology across from the 3rd base side of stadium. The Trip Committee has recently met to plan travel for 2020. WOW, I know it s soon 2020! Thanks to all of you who completed the survey at Winter Sports Night and on line. Top vote getters were Lake Tahoe area, Taos-New Mexico, Jackson Hole, Big Sky, Whitefish-Montana, and Mt. Tremblant-Quebec. We can t fill everyone s wish in one year, but will try to get a good start. Bob Fehl Trips past president There are a lot of options for discount skiing this season. There s a full page of information in this issue, but let me highlight what s new. We have extended options for Bear Creek, and the cost of a 6-session pass dropped $10 from last year. We have on-line accounts with Bear Creek, JFBB and Mt. Snow for ticket purchases. You can get the login and password from me or any Board member. Blue Mt. is still using paper tickets; you can purchase them at Fehl s or at a meeting. Please respect our ticket program rules. Tickets are for members only. If you are buying tickets for family members, you should have a Family membership. Some of our tickets are subsidized by your dues, and the other discounts are a benefit to being a member of the Club. Lastly, I monitor Bear Creek purchases in order for us to rebate you for 6-session and season pass purchases made through our portal (if you are also involved in our lesson program). If you purchased passes at the end of the season directly from Bear Creek and are taking lessons, please let me know so that we can issue your rebate. Paul Schwartz Skimeister Greetings Riders and Sliders! By the time you are reading this, I know at least a few of us will have had their first chance to get back on the snow! We saw a bunch of new faces at Winter Sports Night and enjoyed chatting with you and sharing the enthusiasm we have for winter activity. As a member of the Flying Dutchmen, you have some great resources available such as Club Trips, discounted lift deals, and the Tuesday Night Lesson Program! The Flying Dutchmen has their own PSIA/AASI certified instructors, willing to help you make your time on the mountain more enjoyable! Here are the details: Adult Program When: Tuesday Nights Starting January 8th for 7 consecutive weeks Where: Bear Creek Mountain Resort Time: 7:30pm-9:00pm Be on the snow ready to ski by 7:25pm. Registration cut off at 7:15pm so we have time to organize the roster. We will also be offering early lessons (6:30pm-8:00pm) for those parents with children in Bear Creek s youth series. Cost: $35 one time registration fee ($10 discount if you sign up by December 6th) Youth Program (Ages 8-14) This six-week lesson series for both Skiers and Snowboarders is designed to refine existing skills and explore new terrain while developing well-rounded skiers and riders. This is also a great series for first-time skiers and riders to acquire a solid foundation from the beginning. This series is offered by Bear Creek and advanced reservations are required. Call 610-641-1319 to register. When: Tuesday nights starting January 8th for 6 consecutive weeks Where: Bear Creek Mountain Resort Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm Cost: $115 for the series for Flying Dutchmen Ski Club Members (Discount is offered to all Eastern Pennsylvania Ski Council clubs. Sign up early as roster is limited.) Pricing above does not include rental equipment or lift tickets. Bear Creek has offered the Flying Dutchmen a number of great discount packages. Look for more information on FDSC website. 4 www.fdsc.org Bob Fox Skimeister
trip date contacts rate per person First Tracks Killington, VT Sunday River Maine Mt. Bachelor Oregon EPSC Carnival Elk Day Trip (Youth Included) Greek Peak New York Self-Drive Family Trip Alyeska Ski Resort Alaska Jay Peak Vermont January 4 6th Friday Sunday January 13 18th Sunday Friday January 26th February 2nd February 10th February 22nd 24th Friday Sunday Feb. 23rd Mar. 3rd March 7 10th 2019 TRIPs OVERVIEW Bob Fox 610-392-9353 foxfarm@msn.com Marcia Fehl 484-269-6169 mefehl17@gmail.com Diane Nolfe 610-207-4352 mtbachelor2019@gmail.com Vicky Del Rio 610-413-3531 diamondv4159@gmail.com Marianne Van Der Velde 610-413-0675 marivan4912@gmail.com Kevin & Suzanne Claypoole 610-349-7190 ksclaypoole@gmail.com Todd & Kristen Good 610-587-5143 tgood@vabs.net Ann Fox 610-451-5303 ayfox531@msn.com Pat Rettstadt 484-332-9756 patarett@aol.com Dave McFarland 610-207-4505 Bob Fehl 484-995-4946 rfehl@fehls.com $465 Double $413 Triple $389 Quad $865 25-30 Participants $815 30-34 Participants $775 35+ Participants $1900 Double $1739 Triple $1649 Quad $90 Full-Day Lift, Bus, Food, & Drinks $380 Four Condo Unit $340 Six Condo Unit $290 Eight Condo Unit $1870 No Ski $1975 Two-Day Ski $2050 Three-Day Ski $2120 Four-Day Ski $695 Four Condo Unit Three-Day Ski *Water Park Extra* HAPPY HOUR DECEMBER 7 TH Double Tree 701 Penn St. Reading, PA 19601 DECEMBER 14 TH Willoughby s on Park 305 North Park Rd. Wyomissing, PA 19610 DECEMBER 21 ST The Bridge Inn 3 Covered Bridge Rd. Oley, PA 19547 DECEMBER 28 TH The Hitching Post 2747 Bernville Rd. Leesport, PA 19533 Meet around 6:30pm for food, spirits, & conversation. Visit the FDSC website weekly in case of changes. www.fdsc.org 5
programs A big THANK YOU to Sue Mac for another great Winter Sports Night which was enjoyed by all! GREAT job, Sue! Don t forget our Holiday Party, which will be held December 20 at the Evergreen. Doors open at 6:00, cost is $10 per person and Platinum Edge will be providing music. Please bring a dessert to share. It will be a fun evening, so please come out and enjoy! Happy Holidays and a wonderful New Year. Strive 212 Cheers Marge Ehst Program Director Suzanne Daiello Dungan Realtor (610) 385-7756 GalBuilt4U@gmail.com (610) 372-0212 4 Park Plaza Suite 200 Wyomissing, PA 19610 Find Your Freedom advertising rates Dr Randy Yocum, Body Zone physical therapist with MargeEhst program director Black & White Full-Color Whole Page $150 $165 Two Thirds Page $115 $130 Half Page $83 $92 Quarter Page $40 $45 Business Card $20 $23 social Happy December! I want to thank those of you who filled out a survey at Winter Sports Night, the preliminary tally shows people are most interested in a local wine tour, followed by Fightin Phillies, a New York Bus trip, Winter Carnival and a Train Ride. If anyone is interested in helping with one of these events, please let me know. Social activities are slow for this time of season, but if you keep your calendars up to date with all of our scheduled Happy Hours, it should keep you busy. Have a Merry Christmas and a Safe New Year! 6 www.fdsc.org Safe Travels, Suzanne Claypoole Social Director
FDSC 2018-19 DISCOUNT LIFT TICKETS BEAR CREEK MOUNTAIN RESORT Club Days Show your FDSC membership card at the ticket window. $25 Full-day lift ticket, Monday Thursday Just there for lessons? Evening (after 4 pm) tickets are just $23 (buy online) Six-Session Card Lift only - $135 ($10 less than last year!) Lift, Helmet rental - $171 Lift, Equipment rental - $218 Lift, Equipment, Helmet - $254 Discovery/Refresher lesson - $32 Season Pass Adult, unlimited - $430 up to opening day/$500 after opening day Youth (6-18)/Senior Unlimited - $360/$425 Off-Peak - $270 (special group pricing applies all season) Value Pass - $200/$235 Any FDSC member who purchases a 6-session or season pass and participates in the FDSC or Bear Creek Juniors Lesson Program will receive a $25 refund from the Club for each pass purchased. Purchase your tickets online. Login and Password can be obtained from any Board member. https://websales.skibearcreek.com/e-commerce/grplogin2.aspx BLUE MOUNTAIN RESORT Evening - $25 (any day, non-holiday) Weekday (non-holiday) - $40 Weekend upgrade weekday ticket at Guest Services (total $50) Purchase lift tickets at Fehl s Pool, Patio & Stoves (ask for Bob or Kurt), or at any Club meeting. REFUNDS - $1.00 per voucher will be charged for each voucher returned. Return any unused voucher to the salesperson you purchased it from. Include a stamped, self-addressed envelope. Returns must be made no later than Friday, March 15, 2019. JACK FROST/BIG BOULDER Evening Adult/Youth - $23 Weekday - Adult - $38/Senior - $26 Weekend - Adult - $50/Senior - $38 Purchase your tickets online. Login and Password can be obtained from any Board member. MONTAGE MOUNTAIN RESORTS Receive a 20% discount on any lift ticket at the ticket window with your FDSC membership card. MOUNT SNOW $68 all season. Purchase your tickets on line. Login and Password can be obtained from any Board member. EPSC LIFT TICKETS Discount tickets for the following mountains are available from Eastern PA Ski Council. Purchase at www.easternpaskicouncil.org. Bear Creek, Belleayre, Blue Mt., Bromley, Elk, Gore, JFBB, Jay Peak, Killington, Mt. Snow, Okemo, Pico, Stratton, Stowe, Sugarbush and Whiteface. www.fdsc.org 7
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