2010! Issue 7 ROCKY MOUNTAIN SENIORS SKI CLUB! NOVEMBER 1, 2010 SKI TRACKS PRESIDENT S MESSAGE This issue generously sponsored by Sundance Ski Shop Snow!! At the time I write this, Edmonton is experiencing the first snowfall of the season. Not that it will stay there are still warm temperatures in the 7- day forecast (and I haven t got my snow tires on yet), but it sure helps to boost the anticipation for the upcoming ski season. Snow Valley expects to open in mid-november and Marmot has set an opening date of November 11. It won t be long now! The Club held 2 well attended social events over the past month. Over 80 people enjoyed the bike lunch on October 6, marking the official end of our biking season. And the lodge at Snow Valley was packed with members, both old and new, at our Registration Day on October 20. It was great to see such wonderful representation at both events. If you were not able to make it to the Registration Day, you can still pick up the tour forms at the Fall Banquet on November 24 or download them from our website. Details about the Fall Banquet can be found in this newsletter. It will not only be a great meal and another opportunity to get together with old friends, and meet new ones, but it will also have displays from ski shops, Club tour and on-hill program information and much more. Hope to see you there. Mike Tansey Are you ready for this? UNDER the COVER Pg 55+ Winter Games 2 National Park Passes 2 Membership update 3 Sundance Ski Shop 4 Fall Dinner 5 2010 Tour Summary 5 Sun Peaks 4 Day Tour 6 Sun Peaks 3 Day Tour 7 Marmot Ski Improvement 8 PAGE 1
What s Coming Up? Marmot Opening November 11 Welcome To Winter +New Members Day November 26 Fall Banquet November 24 Sunshine Tour #1 December 5 to 8 Alberta 55+ Winter Games Volunteers The 2011 Alberta 55+ Winter Games will be hosted by St. Albert February 24 to 27. All of the events with the exception of Alpine Skiing will be held in St. Albert. The Alpine Skiing, consisting of a slalom race and a giant slalom race, will be run at Snow Valley on Friday, February 25 and Saturday, February 26. Ilene Larson and I are co-chairs for the Alpine Skiing Event and our Club has offered to supply volunteers needed to help with the running of the races. The course set up and timing will be handled by Snow Valley and our members will be responsible for registration, crowd control, recording results and other logistical tasks. The races do not conflict with any of our planned Club ski trips. Ilene and I have started to take names of members wishing to volunteer but we still need more people. If you are interested in volunteering, you can contact Ilene at 780-435-6537 or myself at 780-458-0293. We will also have a table set up at the Fall Banquet on November 24. The qualifying races for the games will also be held at Snow Valley on Tuesday, December 14. If you are interested in participating please contact Bruce Foy at 780-436-7142 or Len Stevens at 780-481-4791 for more information. Our Club will also be supplying volunteers to assist in the staging those races. If you can help on that date, call either Ilene or myself or see us at the Fall Banquet. Klaus Kyritz National Park Passes The Rocky Mountain Seniors Ski Club has now found a system which allows our Club members who own National Parks Passes to make use of them on bus tours. This season none of our packages include National Park Fees. The October 1 version of the package for Sunshine included the National Park Pass. Rate adjustments will be made for those who have made reservations for the December Sunshine Tour before the revisions were made. Package Cost for Sunshine December 5 to 8 Tour (Revised) Room Type Tour Package Cost per Person Single Double Superior Lodge Room $705 $486 Included in Tour Package: a 3-day lift pass, bus transportation, one Club dinner, all taxes and fees except National Park Pass. Participants wishing to use their own National Parks Pass must bring it with them. Those without passes are asked to bring a cheque, written to RMSSC, to pay the park fee ($21.15 for those 65+ or $24.90 for those under 65). Family passes will cover only the owners of the pass. PAGE 2
Membership Update Welcome to Winter, New Members Day Put away your bikes and golf clubs. Get out your skis. Winter is coming! Our Club invites all members to Welcome to Winter and New Members Day at Snow Valley on the second Tuesday after Snow Valley opens from 9 am to 12 noon. The date and activities for the day will be confirmed by email or phone. Come out, check out your equipment, welcome new members to the Club, visit with old friends and participate in the activities. Demo new skis at no charge from the Snow Rider Ski Shop. Get a personal ski tip from a ski instructor. Test your bindings. See the selection of skis, helmets, and goggles at the Snow Rider Ski Shop. Information about ski tours this season as well as on-hill programs at Snow Valley will be available. Lifts open at 9:30 am. Tuesdays at Snow Valley At Snow Valley, the snow is always great and the runs are freshly groomed in the morning just before the lifts open. Club skiing is on Tuesdays although you will see members skiing every day. Some members prefer to come early in the morning and ski the untracked groomed slopes before the school groups get out on the hill. The sun is on the hill in the morning and the school groups are in lessons. Others prefer to come in the afternoon as the school groups are finishing their day. Whenever you come, remember to wear your white badge. A seniors (55+) season pass is only $65 (+GST). The special Tuesday rate for a seniors day pass is $10. The regular rate is $13. Registration and Information Session The Lodge at Snow Valley was a busy place on October 20 as members of our Club came to renew their membership and to get information about activities planned for the winter season: ski tours, on-hill programs, and opportunities to volunteer at Snow Valley. Over 200 members visited with old friends and welcomed 28 new members to the Club. Members Phone List The Members Phone List will be available after December 1, 2010, to those members who indicated on their membership application form they wished to receive one. Membership Renewal The new membership year begins November 1. Planning for the 2010-2010 year has been underway and the year promises to be as full and exciting as this past year. The membership fee of $30 ($25 for those 80 and older) will extend your membership to October 31, 2011. If you have not already renewed your membership, please do so soon to continue receiving information about Club activities, including the Club newsletter, Ski Tracks. This issue of Ski Tracks is last included in your 2009-10 membership. Visit the Club website (www.seniorsski.com) to download and print the Membership Application Form. The form is found at Join Us on the Club website. Members who would like forms mailed to them can contact Art Robinson at info@seniorsski.com or 780-435-8742. Forms will also be available at Welcome to Winter at Snow Valley and the Fall Dinner at the German Canadian Cultural Centre. Submitted by Art Robinson. Biking The official 2010 riding season concluded on October 7. The group met at Snow Valley and preceded the annual luncheon, held at the Snow Valley Lodge, with a vigorous ride in the Riverbend and Terwillegar neighbourhoods. As for now until there is adequate snow is on the ground, some are still cruising the bike trails and some 28 members are into fitness training at Kinsmen. Golf The golfing group has a new coordinator for next season. Marlene Thompson has agreed to take on the task. The golfers wish to thank Helen Lee for all her efforts in organizing the group this season. On-Hill Programs Three kinds of On-Hill programs are planned for the 2010 11 ski season. Provided Snow Valley opens as planned, the first Carving Clinic and Ski Improvement session will begin on November 16; Session A of the Racing/High Performance program will begin November 18. Program details are available on the Club website, www.seniorsski.com. PAGE 3
ROCKY MOUNTAIN SENIORS SKI CLUB! NOVEMBER 1, 2010 Sundance Ski Shop 10423 79th Ave. (780) 432-0711 info@sundanceskishop.com sundanceskishop.com is sponsoring Ski Tracks for the third year in a row. There are lots of changes at Sundance this year. This season begins with new ownership, a renovated sales area and many new product lines including a second floor that is full of new outer-wear brands. Jim and Alexandra join Craig and Vern in offering you the best in service and products that only a dedicated ski shop can offer. Visit them soon and remember to wear your badge! Yes! Molly is the official greeter! Yes! Yes! Sundance has rentals. PAGE 4 It s True! Sundance is offering RMSSC Members ski tune-ups for just $29.99. That s a $10 saving.
Rocky Mountain Seniors Ski Club Fall Dinner Wednesday, November 24, 2010 **GERMAN CANADIAN CULTURAL CENTRE** 8310 Roper Road (51 Ave.) Cash Bar 5:30 PM Dinner 6:30 PM $30 per person (incl. GST & Gratuity) Guests are invited. Come and welcome our new members! Have a look at the NEW ski equipment displayed by local ski shops. DOOR PRIZES. To get tickets, send your cheque, payable to ROCKY MOUNTAIN SENIORS SKI CLUB, to Gayle Houston 13515-101 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, T5N 0J4, Additional charge of $5.00 if not purchased by November 17, 2010. No post-dated cheques Your tickets will be at the door. For additional information, call Gayle Houston at 780 452 5350. Rocky Mountain Seniors Ski Club Ski Tours For 2010-2011. Dates Tour Days Skiing December 5 to 8 Sunshine 3 days January 2 to 7 Sun Peaks 1 4 days January 9 to 13 Sun Peaks 2 3 days January 23 to 27 Marmot Ski Improvement 4 days February 6 to 11 Silver Star 4 days February 27 to March 3 Lake Louise 4 days March 20 to 24 Marmot 4 days April 10 to 13 Sunshine 3 days PAGE 5
Rocky Mountain Seniors Ski Club October 20, 2010 Sun Peaks (4-day): January 2-7, 2011 Tour Hosts: Brian and Laurie McClelland (780) 460-0558 Accommodation: Coast Sundance Lodge Room Type* Tour Package Cost per Person Single Double Studio $922 $660 * Participants who extend their stay will be charged the Club rate for the extra nights. The Studio Rooms have one or two queen beds, a full bathroom, a mini kitchen (which includes a 2 or 4 burner stove, mini fridge, microwave, coffee maker, tea kettle & toaster), and dining table and chairs. All rooms feature a TV, complimentary movie channels, complimentary high speed Internet access, iron and full-sized ironing board, hair dryer, and individually controlled heating. All rooms are non-smoking and have windows that open. Some rooms also have a gas fireplace. Included in Tour Package:, a 4-day lift pass, bus transportation, Welcoming Party, Club dinner deposit all taxes and fees. Deductions: Non-skier $211 Self-driver (possible if bus is full) $151 Club dinner deposit (if not attending) $ 5 Bus departure point & car parking: South-east corner of Mill Woods Golf Course (4540 50 Street). To Reserve Starting November 5, 2010 mail to the Tour Host 1. Your completed and signed Tour Reservation Form, 2. A cheque for the full payment (payable to the Rocky Mountain Seniors Ski Club) dated no later than November 26, 2010. Mail to: Laurie McClelland 33 Whitehall Crescent St. Albert, AB T8N 3G3 Start Date: November 5, 2010 Draw Date: November 15, 2010 (in case of an over-subscribed tour) Deadline: November 26, 2010 PAGE 6
Rocky Mountain Seniors Ski Club October 20, 2010 Sun Peaks (3-day): January 9-13, 2011 Tour Hosts: Ron Gibbon (780) 434-4206 Jana Jary-Hlavac (780) 482-6626 Wayne Loehr (780) 432-8090 Accommodation: Coast Sundance Lodge Room Type* Tour Package Cost per Person Single Double Studio $741 $532 * Participants who extend their stay will be charged the Club rate for the extra nights. The Studio Rooms all have one or two queen beds, a full bathroom, a mini kitchen (which includes a 2 or 4 burner stove, mini fridge, microwave, coffee maker, tea kettle & toaster), and dining table and chairs. All rooms feature a TV, complimentary movie channels, complimentary high speed Internet access, iron and full-sized ironing board, hair dryer, and individually controlled heating. All rooms are non-smoking and have windows that open. Some rooms also have a gas fireplace. Included in Tour Package: 4, a 3-day lift pass, bus transportation, Welcoming Party, Club dinner deposit, all taxes and fees. Deductions: Non-skier $158 Self-driver (possible if bus is full) $125 Club dinner deposit (if not attending) $ 5 Bus departure point & car parking: South-east corner of Mill Woods Golf Course (4540 50 Street). To Reserve Starting November 12, 2010 mail to the Tour Host 1. Your completed and signed Tour Reservation Form. 2. A cheque for the full payment (payable to the Rocky Mountain Seniors Ski Club) dated no later than December 3, 2010. Mail to: Ron Gibbon 4807 138 Street Edmonton, AB T6H 3Y9 Start Date: November 12, 2010 Draw Date: November 22, 2010 (in case of an over-subscribed tour) Deadline: December 3, 2010 PAGE 7
Rocky Mountain Seniors Ski Club October 20, 2010 PAGE 8 Marmot Ski Improvement: January 23-27, 2011 Tour Hosts: Donna and Jim Vine (780) 437-2617 Accommodation: Room Type* Best Western Jasper Inn & Suites Standard Room $625 $505 Studio Room $701 $543 One Bedroom $718 $552 Tour Package Cost per Person Single Double Triple Quad Two Bedroom $596 $548 $524 * Participants who extend their stay until Friday will be charged the Club rate for the extra night. Standard Room: Two double beds, mini-fridge (some balconies available). Studio Unit: Ground floor, queen bed, sitting room with hide-a-bed and kitchenette. One Bedroom: Separate bedroom with one queen, includes kitchen, sitting room with hide-a-bed and fireplace. Two Bedroom: Separate bedroom with one queen; loft style sleeping area with three single beds; sitting room with kitchen, fireplace, and hide-a-bed. Included in Tour Package: 4 nights accommodation 4-day lift pass, Ski Lessons Welcoming Party, all taxes and fees. Ski Lessons: A two-hour lesson on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Lesson groups are Green, Blue, Black, GS Race Camp, Introduction to Moguls, and Mastering Moguls. If you have a strong preference for 10:00 am or 1:00 pm, please indicate on the Reservation Form. Preferred time is not guaranteed. T ravel Arrangements: From Edmonton by carpool arranged by the Tour Hosts. Please indicate on your Reservation Form your need for a ride or the number of passengers you could bring. Deductions: Non-skier (non-skiers, Sunshine/Marmot Card holders, Season Pass holders) $200 Lessons $156 To Reserve Starting November 19, 2010 mail to the Tour Host 1. Your completed and signed Tour Reservation Form. 2. A cheque for the full payment (payable to the Rocky Mountain Seniors Ski Club) dated no later than December 17, 2010. Mail to: Jim and Donna Vine 3220 112 Street Edmonton, AB T6J 3X5 Start Date: November 19, 2010 Draw Date: November 29, 2010 (in case of an over-subscribed tour) Deadline: December 17, 2010.
!"#$%&'"()*+,)& -.),"/0&-$,&12(3! Tour Reservation Form Consult the latest Ski Tracks or www.seniorsski.com for complete tour information. To make a reservation mail (1) a completed and signed Reservation Form, (2) a cheque for the full amount written to the!"#$%&'"()*+,)&-.),"/0& -$,&12(3!dated no later than the Deadline Date to the Tour Host by the Deadline Date. Each participant must complete a separate form. A single cheque may be written for two participants. Tour Destination Participant City Telephone Tour Date Address Postal Code Email Emergency Contact Name Need a badge? No Yes Preferred name Room type (use descriptor from the Ski Tracks or www.seniorsski.com) Check one Single Double Triple Quad Quint(5) Check one Sharing with Request Tour Host find a match for me. Lift pass - check one I will need a lift pass. I will NOT need a lift pass Lessons - for M armot Ski Improvement please indicate your choice of lesson group (one only) No lesson Green Blue Black GS Camp Intro Moguls Master Moguls Carpooling (Non-bus trips only.) I will need a ride I will be able to provide a ride for other people. T rip Itinerary Please send my Itinerary by (check one) email Canada Post Cost The Tour Package Cost is itemized in the Ski Tracks and on www.seniorsski.com. If you opt out of the lift pass, the lesson, the dinner, or bus transportation, deduct the appropriate amount from the Tour Package Cost. (Participants who want to self-drive must pay for the bus and will be refunded when the bus fills.) Tour Package Cost (as in Ski Tracks) $ If no lift pass, deduct $ If no lessons, deduct $ If no Club dinner, deduct deposit $ If bus full, deduct $ Final amount due $ Exclusion of Liability and Release: I realize that there are inherent dangers involved in my participation in this ski tour. By signing this form, I assume all risk of personal injury, death or property loss or any other loss resulting from any cause whatsoever arising from my participation in this tour and in any associated activities. I hereby waive all claims for all possible causes of action of any nature that I may have against the!"#$%&'"()*+,)&-.),"/0&-$,&12(3, its officers, organizers, employees, participants and sponsors, or any one or more of them, from all claims of any nature that I may have, and from any liability in relation to any of those claims, arising out of my participation in this ski tour and its related activities. Signature Date!"##$%Reservation Form 11 September, 2010