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August, 2012
Ann Arbor Ski Club Newsletter
Sport and Social Activities Year-Round
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Wait, you mean we've already had the Fourth of July??
The Corn Roast is this month??!! More info below!
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Ski Trips to
VAIL, TAOS AND PARK CITY!
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Find even more info on our website
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 CLUB
LEADERSHIP
Officers
President
Valerie Wilson
Vice President
Duane Cole
Treasurer
Carol Metty
Receiving Treasurer
Pat Marten
Secretary
Janet Starr
Board Members
Term Expires 3/13 Fred Rhine Janet Starr Cheryl Anderson
Edward Wollman
Greg Robertson (past president)
Term Expires 3/14 Alan Osterdale
Cindy Hegg Krueger
Doug Cook
Duane Cole
Jeff Overmire Committee Coordinators Downhill Skiing and
Snowboarding Tracy Wintermeyer Cross County Skiing and Shoe shoe Janet Starr Softball Jackie Watson Golf DuWaine Hoy, Kirk Haverkamp and Debbie Spring
Volleyball Fred Rhine Mountain Biking Dick Steele Social Diane Gledhill
Communications Liz Perri Hospitality Greg Robertson MembershipMaria Bebber 810 Hatfield Circle Saline, MI 48176(send membership application to this address)
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AUGUST
BIRTHDAYS
Robert Semanske
Louis Chiara
Rumi Terao
Robert Shaw
Carrie Dibble
Alex Penn
Tim Jarvi
Larry Morrow
Garrett Myers
Julie Swanson
Marie Johnston
Teresa Koch
Eric Meyer
Harry Hunnicutt
Cathy Sigler
DuWaine Hoy
William Johnstone
Denise Acton
Diane Gledhill
Linda Hehnlin
Rich Kato
Vivien Gierach
Susan Brown
Ellen Chapin
Jim Kraai
Dan Sippel
Marlena Marenka
Patricia Prettyman
Paul Schwanik
Edward Wollmann
Ellen Dennis
Liz Perri
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We are a member of the Metropolitan Detroit Ski Council
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Upcoming General Meeting Schedule
For Sept and Oct.
Sept 6, 2012
Sept 20, 2012
Oct 04, 2012
Oct 18, 2012
(Halloween Dance)
Meetings are held at Cobblestone Farm. Meetings start at 7:30 pm and end at 11:00 pm. Click for map
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SAVE 15%
JUST 'CAUSE YOU'RE A SKI CLUB MEMBER!
Boyne Country Sports-Novi Store
15% off regular prices
Contact Person-
Jason Myers
jmeyers@boyne.com
Kayak Corral
15% off regular prices except Jackson Kayaks
Contact Person-
Dana Cornett
kayakcorral@gmail.com
Bivouac
15% off regular prices
Contact Person-
Ed Davidson
Moosejaw-Ann Arbor Store
15% off regular prices
Contact Person-
Nick Rau
734/769-1590 or
nrau@moosejaw.com
Not so fine print
You need to present your membership card.
Discounts are always subject to change by our sponsors at their discretion so always ask before you buy
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President's Letter
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Hidey Ho, Neighbor!
Wilson here.
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Top of the Park has come and gone, Ann Arbor survived another Art Fair, only one more German Park outing left - must mean it's August! Which means only one more month left on your membership!
As I mentioned in last month's musings, the Board has had some lengthy discussions about what it means to be a member, and what your membership dues should cover. As a result, we have made the tough decision to do away with the printed version of the newsletter. (E-GADS...WHAT?!?!) I know, I know, but it has just become too costly to run it for just the few that opted for it last fall.
So, here's a list of things that are changing this year regarding your membership:
- Starting in September, only an e-newsletter will be created and sent. We're looking at a possible new format that will be easier to print (for those that like that hard copy) and for posting to our new website.
- Dues will be $35 per person. (Save $5 if you renew by August 31st! See separate article.)
- Membership in the club gives you "free" General Meetings, meaning show your membership card and no donation will be requested/required unless we have a live band.
- Activities where sign-ups are required and monies collected ahead of time are "Members Only" events. (Don't forget, though, as a member, you can invite a guest to join you unless otherwise specified.)
- We want to host a "Members Only" party (or two!). More to come on that topic.
Please know that the intention is not to exclude, but make it more enticing to join!
Y'alls President for 2012-2013 (yee haw...corn will be a roastin'!)
Valerie
KUDOS CORNER
- Kathleen Smith
- Kirk Haverkamp
- Cindy Czubko
- Cindy Lunan
- Donna Chambers
- Eileen Wilkinson
- Janie Knieper
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I want to personally thank all those creative, tireless folks that have served as Editor of the printed newsletter over the years. Some have come and gone (this list covers the last 25+ years), but without their time and talents, the club would not be what it is today. We all owe them our thanks and gratitude.
KUDOS TO YOU ALL!
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VOLLEYBALLCome join us for summer Volleyball in the Park! Every Monday through Labor Day, starting at 7:00, the Club offers open, casual volleyball at Burns Park in Ann Arbor. All are welcome to drop by and play. Burns Park is located on the corner of Wells and Baldwin Streets, approx. 1 mile northeast of the intersection of Stadium and Packard Blvds. Here's a mapLook for our nets in the field near the picnic pavilion and the basketball courts. Questions? Contact this year's event coordinator, Fred Rhine. Phone: (734) 429-5024, Email: fredpr2009@yahoo.com |
LOOKING FOR YOUR COPY OF OUR CLUB ROSTER? REMEMBER IT IS NOW POSTED IN THE MEMBERSHIP ONLY AREA OF OUR WEBSITE
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Mountain Biking
Note summer ride times: 9:30 morning, 6:30 evening.
AUGUST RIDES
Friday Aug 3, 6:30 CONFIRMED The Loop
Sunday Aug 5, 9:30 Island Lake, J.C. Penney Parking Lot
Friday Aug 10, 6:30 TENTATIVE Maybury
Sunday Aug 12, 9:30 The Poto
Friday Aug 17, 6:30 TBD
Sunday Aug 19, 9:30 Island Lake, J.C. Penney Parking Lot.
Friday Aug 24, 6:30 TBD
Sunday Aug 26, 9:30 Bishop Lake Lake
Friday Aug 31, 6:30 TENTATIVE Maybury
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| Thanks to Kirk for organizing our July 29th golf outing at Hudson Mills and thanks to Sherry and Robert for hosting a great potluck for golfers and non-golfers alike. |
GOLF
Coordinators:
DuWaine Hoy, duwainehoy@att.net
Kirk Haverkamp, kirkhaverkamp@gmail.com
Deb Spring drspring40@hotmail.com
We will be playing golf every other Sunday this summer at various golf courses around the area through September, weather permitting. These are casual, fun outings. Partners and regular attendance are not required.
We play Sunday afternoons and frequently gather afterwards for a potluck cookout at someone's home. BYOB and a dish to pass. Other times we will gather at the course clubhouse or a nearby tavern to socialize afterward. Non-golfers are welcome to attend the post-golf gatherings.
DuWaine, Kirk and Deb will rotate leading the events. Email the leader back by the Wednesday before the outing to sign up.
All skill levels are welcome but you must adhere to the Rules of Golf Etiquette and play Ready Golf and keep up the pace. Pick up your ball after you hit double par and proceed to the next tee. This applies to scrambles and individual golfers.
Players are responsible for their own green fees and cart rental. No shows are obligated to pay by course rules. Please arrive 30 minutes early to take care of your green fees and to form the foursomes. We play a lot of 18 hole events with the option to drop out after 9.
We are working out our 2012 Schedule. Here is what we have so far for dates and locations. Times to be determined. Read your eblasts and check the calendar for more information.
Upcoming Outings:
August 12-Pierce Lake - leader: Kirk Haverkamp
1175 South Main Street Chelsea, MI
Tee time: 1:00pm
Potluck following at Roger and Joan Bonderud's in Ann Arbor. BYOB and a dish to pass. Leader: Kirk Haverkamp - Contact Kirk by Friday Aug. 10 to reserve your spot: kirkhaverkamp@gmail.com
August 26 - Corn Roast Day - don't even think of playing golf
September 9 - Pine View Golf Course - leader: Deb Spring
September 23-Hilltop Golf Course-leader: DuWaine Hoy
October 7-TBD
October 21-TBD
See you on the course!!
For more info, contact DuWaine at 734 662 8338 or
duwainehoy@att.net
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2012 FALL GOLF WEEKEND Augusta, Michigan (near Kalamazoo)September 28-30
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 | Another great Townie Party!
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 | Jay and Slyvia at the Townie Party
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 | Lois and Maria taking membership signups last year
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SIGN UP EARLY AND SAVE
ON YOUR MEMBERSHIP DUES!!
For the month of August, the ski club is offering a $5 "early bird" discount off the regular price of a membership. This year the membership dues will be $35 per person. There will not be any joint memberships. Each person will pay $35. You will receive your monthly newsletter in e-mail format only. No more mailed hard copies.
So, if you would like to save some money, download the membership form from the website, include your check of $30, payable to the Ann Arbor Ski Club, and a self addressed, stamped envelope to receive your membership card in the mail. (You can always come to a meeting to pick up your card...just remember, you will need your card to gain "free" entrance to meetings.) If you come to the Corn Roast on August 26, you will able to sign up then and receive your discount. Thank you so much for your dedication and support! Let's have a great year!!
REMEMBER - you need to have a renewed membership to sign up for any of the Western ski trips at the Corn Roast or to win any of the great give-aways from our sponsoring vendors!
If you know of someone new who wants to join, the Membership Application form is always available on the website. Click on "Join Now" from the home page at www.a2skiclub.org.
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DID WE MENTION
THAT THE CORN ROAST WAS SUNDAY, AUGUST 26, 2012
1:00-7:00 P.M. AT COBBLESTONE FARM?
The Corn Roast is of course our biggest party of the year and the first opportunity to sign up for Western ski trips But it also plays a key role in our membership efforts. So if you know someone who might enjoy what the AASC has to offer, or an inactive member who hasn't been around in awhile, give them a personal invitation to join us on the 21st. It's always a great time!
As always, the Ski Club will provide roasted corn and beverages; you bring something to grill for yourself and a dish to pass. We'll also have paper plates, cups and utensils.
Admission is $5. Persons under 21 must be accompanied
by a parent or guardian. Cobblestone Farm is at 2871 Packard Rd., Ann Arbor and is the site of our twice-monthly club meetings.
Here's a link to a map you can share with the friend you are bringing
For more information, contact our Corn Czar, Devy, at Devy.van.Leijenhorst@compuware.com.
...and did we mention our participating vendors?Once again this year, we've got a great bunch of sponsoring vendors that specialize in outdoor recreation who have donated wonderful prizes to be given away to attendees during a drawing at the Corn Roast. Some of the vendors will also be on site to display their products and services. To participate in the drawing for prizes, you must have renewed your membership or be a new member. The drawing for prizes will be held at 5pm. You do NOT need to be present to win, but you must attend the Corn Roast at least long enough to fill out the drawing ticket with your name and contact information.
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2013 WESTERN SKI TRIPS
VAIL, CO / 7-day Alpine / Feb 2 - 9, 2013
Trip Leaders:Wm Lusk and John Farah
Contact Information:wmjlusk@gmail.com / johnwfarah@gmail.com
Cost:$1,545 (flying Southwest Airlines -- no baggage fees!)
Vail, the largest resort in the US with almost 5300 acres of the most diverse & expansive skiing in the world, is celebrating its 50th Anniversary. Come celebrate in style! Mountain stats: 3450 ft of vertical, 31 lifts, 53% advanced/expert, 29% intermediate, 18% beginner. Average snow: 366"
This Trip Includes:
Pre-party, RT airfare from Detroit to Denver, ground transfer to/from resort, 7-nights lodging, welcome wine & cheese party, 5-day Vail Resorts ski pass.
Lodging: Luxury 2 and 3 bedroom condos at Vail Spa in the heartof Lionshead Village. Lionshead is home to the Eagle Bahn Gondola and Born Free Express (Chair 8). Accommodations include:
- Full open kitchens with dining area
- Living room with gas fireplace
- Washer and dryer units (and daily housekeeping!!)
- Indoor & outdoor pools and hot tubs
- Steam and sauna rooms
- Ski storage lockers
Payment schedule: Sign-ups start at Corn Roast - Aug 26, 2012
- At sign-up: $545.00
- 2nd payment: $500.00 Due Oct 1
- 3rd payment: $500.00 Due Nov. 15
TAOS, New Mexico / 5-day / Feb 21 - 26, 2013
Trip Leaders:DeLynn Carter and Kathleen Smith
Contact Information:delynncarter@me.com/ smitty7993@charter.net
Cost: $1,316.00 (trip subject to airline baggage fees)
A trip to Taos is like going to a faraway land. This magical mountain/desert landscape is alive with spirit & soul. The mountains match what the culture has to offer with every kind of terrain imaginable at Taos Ski Valley. Go from steep bumps and ridgeline shutes to open bowls and long groomers. Taos statistics:
- 305 inches annual snowfall
- 1294 skiable acres
- Top elevation, 12,481 ft; base 9,207 ft.
- 20% expert, 31% advanced, 25% intermediate, 24 beginner
This Trip Includes:
Pre-party, RT airfare from Detroit to Albuquerque, ground transfer to/from resort, welcome reception, 5-nights lodging, daily breakfasts, 4-day ski pass.
Lodging:Snakedance Condos are premiere slopeside properties in Taos Ski Valley. Just 10 yards from the base lift, they include:
- Full kitchens
- Living area with gas fireplace
- Award-winning restaurant & bar
Payment schedule: Sign-ups start at Corn Roast - Aug 26, 2012
- At sign-up: $500.00
- 2nd payment: $500.00 Due Oct 15
- 3rd payment: $316.00 Due Dec 15
Park City, UT / 7-day Alpine / March 11 - 18, 2013
Trip Leader:Bob Hughes
Contact Information:bhughes9@hotmail.com
Cost:$1,437.00 (trip subject to airline baggage fees)
Get all the snow and variety that Park City affords! With average snowfall of 370", this ski adventure includes three different area resorts: Park City (3 days), Deer Valley (1 day), The Canyons (1 day). And, you can't beat the town of Park City (all within walking distance) for shopping, restaurants, galleries, dance bars and just plain ol' fun!
This Trip Includes:
Pre-party, RT airfare from Detroit to Salt Lake City, ground transfer to/from resort, 7-nights lodging, welcome party, 5 day lift pass.
Lodging:Two bed-two bath condos at Park Station in the heartof historic downtown, just a block from the Town Lift, which has overnight ski/boot storage. Accommodations include:
- Fully-equipped kitchens
- Wood-burning fireplaces with firewood provided right on your patio
- Indoor & outdoor hot tubs
- Indoor sauna and outdoor heated pool.
- Laundry facility
- Free shuttle & city bus picks up right out front: 5 min to Deer Valley, 8-10 to The Canyons.
Payment schedule: Sign-ups start at Corn Roast - Sunday, Aug 26, 2012
- At sign-up: $500.00
- 2nd payment: $500.00 Due Oct 1
- 3rd payment: $437.00 Due Nov. 30
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AUGUST SOCIAL EVENTS
NOTE: Check the Ski Club calendar at www.a2skiclub.org for any last minute updates to the social calendar!
Thunder Over Michigan
and a Day at the Beach
Saturday, August 4th 10:00 a.m.
Van Buren Twp Park, 50901 S. I-94 Service Drive
(Located on the S. I-94 Service Drive between Belleville and Rawsonville Roads) $4 parking pass. Join us for a fun day at the beach, volleyball, or hiking the trails and look up to see the planes fly overhead. Bring a picnic lunch, beer & wine are allowed at the picnic site. Carol Neylon & Diane Gledhill are the coordinators for this event. For more info contact 734-368-5237.
The Blue Casters at Chelsea Sights & Sounds Festival
Thursday, August 9th 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Michigan's high energy blues band...The Bluescasters are playing at the Library (Orchard & Main Street). Carol Neylon is the coordinator for this event. For more info contact her at 734-604-1084.
Paradise Park--Cancelled. Will be rescheduled.
Saturday, August 11th 4:00 p.m.
45799 Grand River Ave, Novi
Algorithm at Caf� 704
Saturday August 11th 7:30-11:00 p.m.
Join us at Interfaith Center for Spiritual Growth 704 Airport Blvd right across from the new Costco & behind Motel 6 for our very own Mike Timmerman & Jeff Alden's group, Algorithm. Cost is $8. Algorithm is a barbershop quartet known for its beautiful tight harmonies, Heart's Compass performs uplifting a cappella songs, and Bliss-the trio of local singer-songwriter Massaro, guitarist Craig Brann, and percussionist Don Allen--performs an eclectic mix of spirit-filled originals and covers by everyone from the Beatles to Bob Marley. Afterwards, we'll go out for drinks. Carol Neylon & Diane Gledhill are the coordinators for this event. For more info contact 734-368-5237.
Ypsilanti Heritage Festival,
Friday, August 17th, 6:00 pm-?
Join us at the LaFontaine Main Stage in Riverside Park bordered by Cross, Huron, N River & Michigan Ave. George Bedard 6:50 - 7:50pm, Laith Al Saadi 11pm - mid, other acts The Motor City Beat, Hullabaloo, The Ben Miller Band. Also includes Living History, Craft booths, Casino tent, food & drink. Greg Robertson is our host (GregAASC@gmail.com).
Informal Euchre
August 24, 7:00 p.m.
Colonial Lanes
1950 S. Industrial Hwy, Ann Arbor.
Euchre is played in the back room at Cubs AC in Colonial Lanes Bowling Center. Arrive at 7 p.m. to join in the fun. A $5 fee is charged at the door to cover cash prizes for the winners. Dana Boehnlein is the host for this event danisharning@yahoo.com
German Park
Saturday August 25, 4:00 p.m.
5549 Pontiac Trail, Ann Arbor
Join the ski club for the monthly tradition of German beer, dancing & food. . Duane Cole will be our host in July. Look for the ski club table over to the side of the dance tent.  Annual Corn Roast August 26th 1:00-7:00 p.m.
Newcomers and old members invited to this event kicking off the club's season of meetings and outings. Corn, beverages, and preheated grills provided. Bring your own food to grill and a dish to pass. Also, volleyball and other games. Those under age 21 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Cobblestone Farm, 2781 Packard (next to Buhr Park).
$5 admission Witch's Hat Brewery August 31st, 6:00 pm 22235 Pontiac Trail, South Lyon Alan Osterdale is the host for this event ostins@juno.com. Come check out this new brewery with us. Contact Alan at ostins@juno.com September and October plans in the works:
Royal Oak Arts, Beats & Eats Sept 1st, Corner Brewery Sept 8th, Bar Louie Sept 14th, Dominick's Sept 21st, South Lyon Pumpkin Fest Sept 29th, Horseback riding Oct 21st, Karl's Cabin, and Nov/Dec idea Turkeyville or Genitti's dinner theatre
If you have an idea for a social outing, please contact Diane at 734-368-5237 or diane82103@yahoo.com (although phone is the best). We're always looking for new ideas or places to go. Next Social Committee meeting is August 7 at 6:30pm at Bar Louie, 401 E. Liberty (as if you'd need to know that address-sometimes feels like our club annex) We'd love your input.
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