HVSC Hudson Valley Ski Club Poughkeepsie, New York * 2014 * Our 76th Year * Volume LXXVI Number 9 September 2014 HVSC and Trailsweepers bring you another chance to play in the trees and on the zip lines at: Catamount's Aerial Adventure Park on Saturday September 13 Price per person $41 (lunch is not included) Time in the trees from 9 am - 12 noon Check out Catamount s website: www.catamounttrees.com to see some of the photos and videos of the Adventure course. On Saturday September 13, meet at Catamount base lodge in Hillsdale, NY At 8:30 am sharp. Please arrive on time. You need to be fitted for a harness and have a safety talk before going onto the course. To save time you can print and fill out the release form ahead of time. Other things to know: Wear comfortable clothes, dress in layers, it may be cool in the morning. Wear sneakers or hiking boots - no sandals or loafers. If you have long hair, keep it tied back. They have gloves but you may want to bring your own. If people are interested we can have lunch at 4 Brothers Pizza afterwards. HVSC members Sign up at club meetings or send a check made out to HVSC to: Susan Stark, 6 Myrtle Ave, Pine Plains, NY 12567. sstark2k3@hotmailcom or 845-729-8252 Sign up and payment is due by the September 3 meeting Trailsweepers sign up with Yvonne Baker yab1946@gmail.com 845-383-1534 HVSC/TSSC Picnic & Softball Challenge Sunday, September 14 Rosendale Recreation Center (West side of Route 32 in Rosendale, NY behind swimming pool) Cost: $TBD per person Times: Noon. burgers, dogs, tennis, & conversation. team year.) 2:00 PM. Ball Game 5:00 PM. Dinner: grilled chicken, pork & London broil; keg of beer, corn on the cob. Head Chef: To be determined. Food and beverages: grilled chicken, grilled pork, London broil, corn on the cob, beer, soda Attendees Bring: Food: BYOB, & salad, dessert, or side dish to share Sports: Ball gloves, tennis racquets (2 tennis courts). Energy for volleyball? Come on out and support your softball (the crown was returned to TSSC last The Game: the World Championship softball game between TSSC and HVSC. Directions: Route 32 north from New Paltz. Swimming pool and ball field are on the left. If you reach the Rondout Creek bridge, you just missed it. Meet at the pavilion behind the swimming pool. Avoid using Senior Center parking. Please contact Yvonne Baker yab1946@gmail.com 845-383-1534 Eastern Trips Announced Gore Weekend ~ January 9-11, 2015 Mt. Snow Ski Club Week ~ February 9-12 New Hampshire Mid Week ~ March 15-19 See pages 5 and 6 for details. Note: See June HVSC newsletter for complete cancellation policy. Please let Yvonne know if you will attend by September 6, so we can plan the correct amount of food. Information required; number of people & position(s) on softball team. Note: We will be sharing the facility with the Hudson Valley Food Bank. They will appreciate any donations of non-perishable food items.
Page 2 HVSC Information Club Information Club Officers President: Frank Van Zanten Vice-President: Jeff Elwyn Secretary: Rich Partridge Treasurer: Jim Gahn Sergeant at Arms: Pat Cummins Board of Directors Herb Eschbach Craig Goldstein Carole Daniels Keith Faucher. Ellen Kelly Committee Chairs Budget and Finance: Carole Daniels Constitution: John Macek Events: Gwen Cardarelli & Ellen Kelly Instruction: Mark Searle - Racing Sub-Chair: Tom Pompei Marketing and Publicity: Craig Goldstein -Media Liaison Vacant Meeting Programs Vacant Membership Services: Pete Gray -Sub-Chair: Welcoming, Mentoring, Retention: Susan Eschbach Newsletter - Website: Mike Harelick Ski Council - Discount Tickets: Jim Gahn Ski Trips: Bill Egan Contact information is available in the Online Membership Directory on the club website www.hudsonvalleyskiclub.org Or queries may be sent to info@hudsonvalleyskiclub.org Newsletter Editors: Mike & Angie Harelick 183 Millers Lane Kingston, NY 12401 845-339-4894 Deadline: 15th of the month send info to: editor@hudsonvalleyskiclub.org www.hudsonvalleyskiclub.org website for the most recent updates. Sally Stark Terry Faucher Welcome to the following new members: Elizabeth Harris Long-time HVSC member Mary Ann Bopp s mother, Constance (Connie) MacGiffert passed away with several members of her family by her side on Friday, August 8, 2014 at the age of 88. Our condolences to Mary Ann and her family. It s time to renew your HVSC club membership. The 2014 2015 Membership Application/Waiver Form is included in this newsletter (or you may pick up a copy at any club meeting or print it from the website, if you prefer not to mar your newsletter copy.) Renew on or before September 4 and save ten dollars. Select the hardcopy opt-out option on the application in this issue and save an additional five dollars from your dues. Win-win! HVSC Points Summary as of May 31, 2014 Name Beginning Earned Used Ending Balance Balance Harelick, Mike 5238 600 5838 Gahn, Jim 3148 920 4068 Eschbach, Herb 3116 260 3376 Harelick, Angie 2892 300 3192 Elwyn, Jeff 2673 2673 Gray, Pete 2300 300 2600 Kokosa, Susan 2176 150 100 2226 Eschbach, Susan 2062 50 2112 Egan, Nancy 1710 125 1835 Searle, Mark 1645 225 100 1770 Morris, Glen 1550 1550 Egan, Bill 1750 300 500 1550 Bopp, Chris 1525 1525 Pompei, Tom 1400 150 100 1450 Morton, Bob 1432 1432 Stark, Susan 1300 25 1 325 Macek, John 1800 470 1000 1270 Alaimo, Sal 1247 1247 Daniels, Carole 780 330 1110 Kelly, Ellen 950 100 1050 Ghostlaw, Dave 1035 1035 Martzinek, Bob 960 25 985 Miles, Ed 867 867 Goldstein, Craig 525 320 845 Van Zanten, Frank 290 380 670 Dickerson, Helen 200 470 670 Gorgas, Walt 655 655 Searle, Terri 540 540 Cummins, Pat 515 515 Smith, Pamela 265 190 455 Dodard, Ingrid 448 448 Hinchey, Pat 391 391 Rosenberg, Bill 405 30 375 Kokosa, Kevin 348 348 Shanes, Charlie 318 25 343 Lasko, Tom 317 317 Withers, Beckie 285 30 255 The Point System The successful operation of a membership organization like the Hudson Valley Ski Club is dependent on the volunteer efforts of many members who serve as club officers, board members, committee chairpersons, committee members, club sponsored event coordinators, and club event support. kathyaman1008@gmail.com In recognition of these efforts and to encourage increased member participation in the operation of the Club a system of Point Awards is used. Members who have accumulated the greatest number of points are eligible to become trip leaders for both major and short duration ski trips. Members who have accumulated a minimum number of points may redeem them for tickets to club dances, discount lift tickets and overnight lodging at a ski area.
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HVSC Trips Page 5 February 28 March 7 $1,540 (single supplement add $340) Trip Leader: Bill Egan 21 Stella Drive Gardiner, NY 12525 e-mail: snowdrifters@gmail.com VALID PASSPORT REQUIRED Round trip air transportation Round trip transfers to and from airports 7 Nights accommodations at Banff Aspen Lodge 5 of 6 day tri-area lift pass valid at Mt. Norquay, Lake Louise & Sunshine Shuttle bus service to all 3 ski areas included with lift ticket Complimentary daily guided tours at all ski areas Daily breakfast buffet Comprehensive Travel Insurance is available and must be paid before December 1st. More details are available from the trip leader. The Banff Aspen Lodge offers a friendly and cozy atmosphere with large, newly decorated rooms with great views. This popular inn is just a 3 minute stroll to downtown; close to shopping and a wide range of restaurants. Rooms feature 2 queen beds or 1 queen with a sitting area, in-room coffee Banff Town maker, kettle, in-room safe, mini-fridge and satellite TV. The property features two outdoor hot tubs with gas fireplace, complimentary wireless internet, steam room and sauna. Guest enjoy a daily deluxe continental breakfast with hot options selection and freshly baked goods. Deposit due at sign up $340. Additional payments of $200 each are due at the first meeting of July, Aug., Sept., Oct., Nov. and Dec. Minimum cancellation penalty: $100 - further details available from trip leader. With colder temperatures, Banff becomes a giant playground with a backyard full of fresh snow and impressive peaks! Choose from a number of activities that celebrate the awesome snowfall and mountain scenery of this winter wonderland. www.banfflakelouise.com Lake Louise Ski Resort Sunshine Village Ski Resort $250* *Children under 18 can be added to a double occupied room for $40 each. Gore Weekend January 9-11, 2015 The Copperfield Inn Resort, North Creek 2 Nights Lodging email: dockman1@optonline.net 2 Breakfast Buffets Shuttle Service to Mountain Lift tickets are not included and are available through the trip leader. Note: This trip is limited to 24 people. Copperfield Inn: "Copperfield Inn has affordably luxurious accommodations - a rare treat in the rustic Adirondacks, plus we have the services and amenities you'd expect to find in the finest resorts. To help make your stay comfortable, each of our 31 spacious rooms feature either two queen beds or one king bed with down duvets, a pull-out sofa bed, a luxurious marble bathroom with showers and roman tub. As a green hotel we offer ecologically friendly bath products and we are heated and cooled geothermally. Other room amenities include Televisions, DVD players (an assortment of DVDs are available at the Front Desk), writing desk, wi-fi, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, radio alarm clock, ski rack and electronic safe." Gore Mountain: "Ski and ride 9 sides of 4 unique peaks! Gore has 104 trails, boasts 2,537 vertical feet and is home to the most skiable acreage in New York. 15 lifts including our high-speed eight-passenger Northwoods Gondola keep you out of lines, with more time on our four peaks and in our parks. And with five dining options scattered across the mountain, you can refuel and keep skiing or riding without missing a beat." *Cancellation penalty $25 Mount Snow Ski Club Week February 9-12 $350* 4 day lift ticket/3 nights lodging at the Grand Summit Ski in/ski out Full Breakfast Buffet Daily Ski club week activities include: Ballroom Welcome Reception, Snow Barn Pizza Party, Ski Race, Tubing and other activities. A repeat of a favorite! Spoil yourself with four days of great skiing combined with three nights at the luxury Grand Summit. After a phenomenal day on the slopes ski down to the hotel and hand off your equipment to the ski valet! What better way to top off the day than to enjoy the starry night from the outdoor heated pool or the two outdoor hot tubs! Trip Leader: It doesn t get much better than this! *You may make one payment of $350, two payments of $175 each, or 3 payments of $125, $125 and $100. Cancellation penalty $25 Trip leader: Craig Goldstein 11 Tuckers Path Clintondale, NY 12515 Susan Stark 6 Myrtle Ave Pine Plains NY 12567 sstark2k3@hotmail.com 845-729-8252 cell
Page 6 HVSC Trips Snowbird and Alta, Utah January 24-31 (note change of dates) Cliff Lodge at Snowbird Snowbird Ski Resort near Salt Lake City, Utah, is a rich blend of luxurious relaxation and exhilarating worldclass skiing and snowboarding. www.utah.com Trip Leader: Pete Gray 55 Hagan Drive Poughkeepsie, NY 12603-5016 845-462-2010 (home) 845-242-5459 (cell) pgiv@verizon.net $1,710** (single supplement $580) Includes: Round trip air transportation Round trip transfers to and from airports 7 Nights accommodations at The Cliff Lodge Baggage Handling at the Property 6 day lift ticket to Snowbird*** Welcome reception Introductory tour of the mountain Daily breakfast The Cliff Lodge provides canyon view bedrooms with two queen beds and a mini fridge. Other amenities include a daily newspaper, free internet service, night skiing on selected nights, use of the skating rink plus a pool and hot tub located on the ground floor. ** Price is approximate and may change with airline changes or fuel surcharges. *** Lift ticket options: You may pre-purchase an upgrade to a combo ticket for Snowbird/Alta for $118. A second option is to upgrade at the resort on a day-to-day basis for $32 per day which is paid directly to the Snowbird ticket office. New Hampshire Mid Week March 15-19 (Sunday - Thursday) $450 Trip Leader: Carole Daniels 388 Freedom Road Pleasant Valley, NY 12569 845-635-3949 (home) 845-242-2761 (cell) carolebdaniels@gmail.com 4 Nights Lodging at the Indian Head Resort 4 Days of Skiing 3 Dinners 4 Breakfasts Wine and Cheese Reception There are currently 7 spots open on the trip. Note: Snowboarders are not allowed at Alta so you will not need an upgraded lift ticket. Deposit due at sign up $210. Additional payments of $250 each are due at the first meeting of July, Aug., Sept., Oct., Nov. and Dec. Minimum cancellation penalty: $100 - further details available from trip leader. Snowbird Ski Resort Alta Ski Resort The Indian Head Resort in Lincoln, New Hampshire is a modest property. Amenities include an indoor pool, outdoor pool, indoor hot tub, outdoor hot tub, sauna, game room, exercise room, guest laundry, gift shop, dining room and lounge. Check out this article for information on skiing Loon, Cannon and Waterville Valley: http://www.tetongravity.com/story/ski/the-complete-guide-to-skiing-i93- Guy-6561368 *You may make one payment of $450, two payments of $225 each, or 3 payments of $150. Cancellation penalty $25
HVSC Page 7 2014 Kayaking Schedule Let s get ready for some fun and adventure this year with the launch of the kayak schedule. Things to remember: 1. Working kayak/canoe. 2. Paddle, life vest, spray skirt, water, snacks, camera. 3. Proper clothes for the weather, gloves, hat, and anything else you might need. Dates, places, times, and description for remaining trips are noted below. Trips are usually a go if it is sunny, cloudy, or a little bit of rain. They are cancelled if weather is not conducive to paddling! Sept. 13 10 am Dutchman s Landing Park Catskill, NY Meet at park. Up the creek with a paddle ; possible Ramshorn Sanctuary. Easy Oct. 4 10 am Cheviot Park near Germantown, NY. Paddle and then end of season picnic. Bring chairs. Easy Our 69th Year in Business www.potterbrothers.com Stores in: Poughkeepsie ~ Kingston ~ Fishkill Jiminy Peak ~ Bromley/Killington, Vermont Thanks to: Frank and Lois Van Zanten for hosting their Annual Garden Party Thanks to: Claudette Hennessy for hosting her annual Bike & Pool Party. For the last trip on Oct. 4, we will have a picnic at Dutchman s Landing Park will provide hamburgers, etc. Bring drinks, snacks and chair. Thanks to: Gwen Cardarelli for running the Brunch at Innisfree Garden event If you have questions, please contact Yvonne at 845-383-1534 (home) or Kayak John at 518-719-0490 (home). SUCCESSFUL AGING A Powerpoint program with this arresting title will be presented at the Wednesday September 3 Member meeting by Joe Ryan, Outreach Coordinator for the Dutchess County Office Of The Aging. Joe maintains a rapid pace, but allows for audience questioning. Aging, a universal inevitability, can be handled in different ways. Doing it successfully could, among other benefits, earn one some more slope time! I hope we'll meet Joe with a good-sized, challenging audience. --- Frank Van Zanten Shakespeare at Boscobel Two Gentlemen of Verona (starring a dog) Tuesday, August 26 5:00 Picnic (when Boscobel grounds open) Picnic is BYOB and bring a dish to share, but cutlery and tables provided, bring chairs 6:30 Show starts For ticket prices*, information, etc. contact: Claudette at 236-7971 [chennessy@hsysgrp.com] * Some discount tickets may still be available from Claudette
Friday Race Training Every Friday evening Club members meet at an area eatery for a couple of hours of friendly conversation. If you have questions, comments or suggestions, contact Susan Kokosa 229-6786 race_training@hudsonvalleyskiclub.org race training coordinator. August September 22 River Station Restaurant 1 N Water St Poughkeepsie 29 Shadows on the Hudson 176 Rinaldi Blvd Poughkeepsie 5 Hurricane Grill Raymond Ave Poughkeepsie 12 Shadows on the Hudson 176 Rinaldi Blvd Poughkeepsie 19 Ice House Main St 26 Cosimo's Delafield St Poughkeepsie Poughkeepsie Coming Events -- September 2014 August 26 September 3 Shakespeare at Boscobel Meeting at Coppola's on 9 at 7:30 Begin "non-summer" meeting schedule Program: Successful Aging Board meeting at 6:30 13 Catamount Aerial Adventure 14 October 1 HVSC/TSSC Annual Softball Challenge/Picnic 17 Meeting at Coppola's on 9 at 7:30 Meeting at Coppola's on 9 at 7:30 Board meeting at 6:30 You can visit the HVSC website just scan with your Smartphone. Or: goo.gl/op3yt Hudson Valley Ski Club If undeliverable, please return to: 183 Millers Lane Kingston, NY 12401 Mailing address: P.O. Box 2704 Poughkeepsie, New York 12603-2704 www.hudsonvalleyskiclub.org info@hudsonvalleyskiclub.org September 2014 2015 Ski Trips See pages 5 & 6 Snowbird/Alta and Banff Eastern Trips: o Gore Weekend o Mt. Snow Ski Club Week o New Hampshire Mid Week