Feb / Mar 2014 - North Island Snowdrifters

Volume 37 Number 1
February/March 2014
Over 37 Years of Snowdrifter Fun; Ski & Ride, We’ve Just Begun !!
WHAT’S INSIDE !!
Pg. 1:
President’s Message
Greetings
Snowdrifters:
Pg. 2: Travel Update and
I hope everyone had a great holiday
our Cancellation & Trip season. We had a great turn out at the
Refund Policy
December meeting. Members were in a joy-
Edie Pike did a great job with this selection.
All of the units are large and have a great layout. All of the units are very clean with up to
date amenities. Chateau Sans Nom even has a
nice indoor hot tub and pool. Now you can go
from the hot tub to the heated pool to cool
down when needed. This is much better than
sitting on the edge of the hot tub in freezing
weather to cool off and it will end the mad
dash from the changing room to the hot tub.
The complex layout is easy to get from one unit
to the other without a long walk. Unlike our
previous condos where you had a long walk
from the bus to condo 9. I think this is a great
improvement. So continue to sign up for the
rest of the trips this year and check out our
new accommodations.
ous mood and I’m sure that we helped
make a great Christmas for many children
Pg. 3: Activities Director with our support to the Toys for Tots Foundation. We were very fortunate that
Pg. 4: Council Update and Corporal Yon and Sergeant Hodge could
join us. We filled the box with toys and
Health and Safety
donated over $170 dollars to the foundaOnce again, we are starting the election
tion. I want to thank all of you that partici- process for next year’s board of directors. As
pated, you made me proud to be part of usual, we will be electing the next President,
Pg. 5: Club Racing
your club.
Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary. We
Information,
I know that everyone has heard about also have 9 other appointed positions on the
the drought this year in California and board that are just as important. Because there
some of you saw it on our first trip while are so many of them, I will not list them, but I
Pg. 6: Trip Flyers
watching the Olympic Trials at Mammoth. recommend that you take a few minutes and
However, I will tell you that our home see what they are. They are listed in the newsmountain has stepping up this year and is letter and on the website. Because we are alPg. 7: Trip Review, our
doing a great job with their snow farming ways working at improving the club, I am askBoard of Directors,
operations. So continue to sign up for the ing you to think about helping out one of the
and February &
trips because you will have a great time board members with their job this year as an
March Birthdays
with us and I know that snow is on the assistant. This will give you the chance to give
way. Until it gets here please continue to back to the club and help us to continue grow
help us out by wishing for snow. I’m sure into the future.
Pg. 8: Our Club
Woolly is talking to his friends from his
Today I am letting everyone know that
Membership Application younger days like Ullr, Shirahime-Syo and
Debi Young our awarding wining newsletter
the Snow Dog. The weather people have editor is stepping down from the board. We will
reported that the arctic weather patterns miss the work that she has done for us in the
will be changing soon and will bring the past three years, but she is moving on to accomPg. 9: On and Off the
cold snowy weather to us instead of the plish the other goals she has in her life. She is
Mountain Club & Council Midwest.
always trying new things and setting new goals
Sponsored Events
Everyone has been anxious to hear for herself. We are glad that she will still be
about the new condos; Chateau Sans Nom.
“ Presidents message”
I have to say that our Travel Director,
Continued on Page 2
TRAVEL UPDATE
Edie Pike
Hello Snowdrifters
The ski season is in full gear. We are looking forward to
snow and good weather. Our February trip leaves late afternoon on Thursday, February 20 and returns Sunday, February
23. The trip is full, but you can be put on the waiting list. Call
Lina Arnold Or Debi Young at the phone number below if you
wish to join us. For people who wish to do other things besides ski, there are many alternatives—off mountain activities,
social mixers, and shopping. We also have a chance to watch
and cheer our members race. Yes, Mammoth is an entire experience: vacation, sport, and social fun! Pray for snow.
Our Winter Park trip has two spaces available. We are
leaving March 5 – 12. Check the flyer for additional information or contact Edie Pike 619 518-3952 or Jean McCasey 858
560-8722.
Come and enjoy getting together with new and old
friends. See you on the slops. This should be a good ski season. See you at our February meeting.
“ Presidents message”
Continued from Page 1
member of the club and continue to add her sprit of adventure and her friendship to our lives. Therefore, this will leave
us with some big shoes to fill in our board as our newsletter
editor. So we are looking for someone who would like to be a
part of publishing an award winning newsletter. Please contact me at Darnold464@san.rr.com if you are interested. This
Our January trip did not have much snow but everyone still is a great opportunity to learn about editing and publishing
seemed to have a good time anyway. I heard good report
with Microsoft Publisher.
about our new condos. Many said condos are better than ChaAgain, it is time for me to hand the story telling over to
teau Blanc. Thanks to Gates and Chris for giving us a great
our
board members, where they will tell you what is comand successful trip. The bus and bus driver were terrific. We
ing up in the next two months, they are the ones with the
have Jim driving the bus again this year. Yeah!
details. Until April make the best of every day and have
We have three trips left, so check out the Flyers on our web
fun this snow season. Know that you are what makes this
site or in our Newsletter. The February and March trips are
one of the best clubs in the state because you are the heart
full, but you can place your name on a waiting list. April trip
and soul of the club, where your participation is what
still has some spaces available. If you come to our monthly
makes it all possible.
club meetings you can obtain additional information by
Dave
speaking with our Trip Leaders or members who are going on
the scheduled trips. You may also call the trip leaders directly,
their phone numbers and dates of each trip our listed below
Trip Cancellation and
and on the Ski Trip Schedule toward the back of this
Trip Refund Policy
newsletter.
If you are a member, come and join in on the ski trip fun; if
you are not, join the club and participate with us. If you do not
ski, but like to have a good time, come and join us on the Mammoth trips. There is plenty to do – off the slopes as well.
All Mammoth trips cost $310 per person.
The THREE Remaining Mammoth Mountain Ski
Trips are:
Race 3 February 20 – 23, 2014
Trip Leaders: Debi Young 619-749-9794 and Lina Arnold
619-684-1031
Race 4 March 20 – 23, 2014
Trip Leaders: Pat and Larry Klaasen – 619-582-7407
Race 5 April 3—6, 2014
Trip Leaders: Ed Offstein 760-231-8821 and Claire Mason
858-541-2262
Trip deposits are a minimum of $100, including a
$30 non-refundable administrative fee. Full payment
for each trip is due and payable not less than 30 days
prior to the trip departure. If a member must cancel
within the 30 days prior to departure, he or she is
subject to a cancellation fee of an additional $30 plus
actual charges incurred for lodging, transportation or
event fees paid by the club on the member's behalf. If
a canceling member is not replaced on a trip, he or
she must pay the entire trip cost. If a trip goes full, a
canceling member may request consideration for a
partial refund from the North Island Snowdrifters
Executive Board in writing within 14 days from the
start of the trip. The Board may not grant a refund if
a trip does not generate enough income to cover the
trip.
North Island Snowdrifters is a zero drug
tolerance club!
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ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR
Lynette Collins
FUN WITH FRIENDS:
The 6TH Annual Gaslamp Pet Parade was so much fun. We met at Seaport Village
and ate lunch at KC Barbecue. Then headed over a couple blocks to the parade starting line . Entered in the parade were
kitties, bunnies, iguanas, a large variety of dogs & puppies dressed up for the holidays and their crazy owners dressed to
match! We had so much fun that we will definitely do this event again next year.
Cookie Exchange & Jewelry Party was another successful event during the holidays. We purchased some amazing gifts for
friends. There was also plenty or cookies to fill up many hungry holiday shoppers.
Thanks Shannon Miller for the fun evening watching Warren Miller movies & eating at Coyote’s in Carlsbad.
Our recent bike ride headed up by Stephanie Young was tons of fun and we sure
needed it after all of the holiday eating!
MJ & Dave hosted another fun time on the monthly Beer Bus out of North Park.
We sure had fun shopping on Cedros in Solana Beach which involved breakfast,
wine tasting from Carruth Cellars, shopping (of course) & lunch.
UPCOMING Events:
February & March - are open for activity ideas from all you members. Wouldn’t
your like to take a few hikes. Any volunteers? Another bike ride would be fun. Any volunteers to organize one? Or just pick a
date & we can make it happen.
Saturday, March 1 Spring Artisan Foodie Tour through Great News. this is an all day event that makes several stops at
interesting places. Go to: www.great-news.com under classes and scroll down to 3/1/2013 #1403014, or call Great News 888-4782433. Cost is $130 for a day of fun, Chef George Geary is the leader. Organizers Janie Lindenfeld or Sandy Garcia for info.
(4
people already singed up for the tour.)
Saturday, March 7 9:00 Vintage Marketplace in Rainbow (near Fallbrook right off the freeway) We are repeating this very
fun event. We will meet at The Rainbow Inn for a "hometown breakfast" then walk next door for a very fun shopping experience. There are antiques, collectibles, jewelry & much much more. If interested call: Lynette Collins so we will look for you 760828-8983
Sunday, April 27 4th Annual Bags & Baubles in Rancho Santa Fe. This is an invitation only event but we can get you
invited. $10 Lovely purses to bid on, exquisite jewelry for sale & wonderful food. Contact Lynette Collins if interested.
April – In the planning stage is a train trip to the Space Shuttle “Endeavour” in the LA area. Date and details to follow.
There is also plans for another Wine tasting trip to Temecula and we are also planning a visit to a new museum in Carlsbad,
The Green Dragon Tavern & Museum. This is an amazing new place directly off the 5 freeway. It is a replica of the old taverns
in New England & has a great restaurant & bar, it should be open next month. We will keep you posted.
Saturday, October 25 In the planning stage is a Halloween party at the
Young’s , which is always a scary adventure. I think they will reveal the
theme soon to give us time to shop.
NEW YEARS EVE 2014 And Finally, dig out your bell
bottom’s, and start practicing your dance moves North Island
Snowdrifters because the New Years Eve celebration is back.
“Soul Train” is coming to town for New Year’s Eve 2014!”
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SD COUNCIL UPDATE
Rick Bonnett
Adventure/2014-FWSA-Africa/2014-FWSA-Africa.html
Far West Cruise 2014 (TBA)
Far West Dive Trip September 2014 (Dates TBA)
Council // Far West
New-2014 Far West Members Corner link here: http://
www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/farwestskiersguide/2013-14/
Happenings… 2015 trips announced!
Skiers Guide http://www.fwsa.org/MemberCorner/
Publications/NewsFlash/NewsFlash.html
In addition to our club trips, there’s a great selection of San
2015 Far West Trips: Ski Week at Whistler/Blackcomb
Diego Council and Far West trips to choose from. San Diego
(Jan), Heli Skiing at Revelstoke (Mar), Mini Ski Week at
Council of Ski Clubs and Far West Ski Association sponsor
Whitefish (Mar). Check them out at http://www.fwsa.org/
trips to local, North American, and International destinations,
Travel/travel.html
and include Bicycling, Cruising, Diving, Safari, and Sightseeing
Other important stuff and upcoming activities:
trips to destinations near and far. Make sure you visit
www.skisandiego.org; www.fwsa.org;
www.skisandiego.org and www.fwsa.org for up to date
www.skifederation.org
information on this season’s and future trips.
2013/2014 San Diego Council…
The Council’s Aspen trip in December was another great
one. The word is “Fearless Leader” Mike once again pleased
the snow spirits who provided an abundance of snowfall during the weeks before and blue bird conditions for the week of
the trip. If you missed it like I did, well there’s always next
year.
African Safari to the Serengeti (2014). This trip was so
popular when it was announced Council has added a second
trip to accommodate all the interest. Trip dates are August 18 September 1, and August 19 - September 2. Contact Eileen at
(858) 695-1442 or check out the details at http://
www.skisandiego.org/FLYERS/Africa2013.pdf
2014/15 Far West Ski Association… http://www.fwsa.org/
Travel/travel.html
Mini Ski Week at Snowbasin, UT. February 22-27. Go to
http://fwsa.org/Travel/NAski/2014-FWSA-Snowbasin/2014FWSA-Snowbasin.html for details or contact Gloria at
(661) 800-8229 (c) or (661) 829-5996 (h)
International Ski Week in Zermatt, Switzerland.
March 6-15. Post trip to Barcelona and Madrid, Spain. Check
http://fwsa.org/Travel/InternationalSki/2014-FWSAZermatt/2014-FWSA-Zermatt.html for details or contact
Debbie at 559-737-0882.
Far West Convention, Bend OR. 82nd Annual FWSA Convention June 12-15 at the Riverhouse Resort, Hotel & Convention Center. May 10th is the “Early Bird” deadline… This year’s
convention is being hosted by the Northwest Council. Go to
http://www.fwsa.org/Conventions/conventions.html for
more info.
Far West African Safari and (opt.) Victoria Falls post trip.
September 5-20, 2014 / Victoria Falls September 16-20. Check
the website and flyer for details http://www.fwsa.org/Travel/
HEALTH & SAFETY
Frank Arambarri
Running Versus
Walking: What's
Best?
On the face of it, you might figure that when covering the
same distance—say, a mile—you would burn the same number of calories whether you walk or run. After all, while
walking is less strenuous, it takes longer for a walker to
cover the distance.
But running requires much more effort than walking—
you're actually jumping from one foot to the other as you
propel yourself forward, a major muscular undertaking.
Bottom line: running burns 50 percent more calories than
walking over any given distance, even though running takes
less time.
Still, I think walking is the best exercise choice for most of
us, particularly as we get older. Walking may not burn as
many calories as running, but it offers the great advantage of
being a practical substitute to driving for short trips, since
you can do it in street clothes and you don't typically arrive
in need of a shower. Further, it requires no skill or practice.
Everyone knows how to do it, and the only equipment you
need is a good pair of shoes. You can walk outdoors or indoors (in shopping malls, for example). It is the safest exercise option of all, with the least chance of injury.
The key to making walking pay off is to do it briskly.
Aerobic walking cannot be casual or intermittent. Keep at it
until you can walk about three miles in forty-five minutes.
Doing this at least five times a week is one of the best moves
you can make for a lifetime of health.
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CLUB RACING INFORMTION
Lina Arnold
Left: Alexandria and
Olivia Biluinas,
Reese Hyduk and
Jonathan Deguzman
Hello Snowdrifters
Thank you to the North Island ski team for representing us in Mammoth in December and January. Julio and his son
Christopher drove up to be a part of the 1st race in December and we were fortunate to have them along again in January with
14 other members of the Race team. We were also represented by 3 new first time junior racers and 1 new snowboard racer. They
December 14, 2014 race results:
Class
Name
SKILL 8 VET M Julio Deguzman
SKILL 1 J
Christopher Deguzman
January 11, 2014 race results:
Class
SKILL 6 OPEN M 414
SKILL 2 J941
SKILL 2 J942
SKILL 5 VET M283
SKILL 2 Snow Board
SKILL 10 VET M 925
SKILL 8 VET M635
SKILL 6 VET M880
SKILL 1 J889
SKILL 2 J890
SKILL 8 VET M28
SKILL 2 J943
SKILL 8 OPEN M 857
SKILL 6 VET M, 404
SKILL 7 VET F, 854
SKILL 7 OPEN M 934
Time
51.46
38.45
HDCP
87.33
38.96
PLC
1
1
PTS
6
5
battled high winds and closed ski lifts chairs
Name
Arnold, Dave
*Biliunas, Alexandria
*Biliunas, Olivia
Bonnett, Rick
Bottego, Sean
Bush, James
Chappaz, Andre
Cole, Richard
*Deguzman, Christopher
*Deguzman, Jonathan
Deguzman, Julio
*Hyduk, Reese
Kamerling, Aaron
Klaasen, Larry
McCasey, Jean
Melster, Nate
Time
89.49
86.52
86.23
72.31
151.91
116.27
HDCP
110.2
103.2
102.5
69.82
256.8
173.1
PLC
2
4
3
2
1
1
74.66
69.12
73.12
87.79
72.55
92.6
73.81
83.84
82.91
75.34
74.5
71.72
106.2
70.39
117.5
73.34
96.9
94.72
4
2
2
1
1
1
3
3
1
PTS
4
6
5
6
Above: Members of the NISD race
team.
Below: Christopher DeGuzman
placed 1st place and took home
the trophy at the December 14,
2013 race at Mammoth. Christopher scored 18 of the 26 points
for the North Island race team.
4
7
6
9
5
6
3
5
Club Results:
Place
1
2
3
4
5
Club
SAND
WEST
SING
WAIL
SCHU
Registered
25
19
6
6
7
Starters
25
18
4
5
6
Points
129
75
33
25
20
H
Here are the dates for the next races in Mammoth. If you need any
more information please contact me at linak@san.rr.com.
February 22, 2014 GS half day
March
22-23, 2014 GS full day
SL half day SOCALS
April
4-6, 2014 Championships- Mammoth
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Birthday’s
Season Opener Review:
Trip Leaders—Gates
Ingram and Chris Polta:
The Season Opener to Mammoth left
with 51 snow hungry people, 5 of which
were kids that raced and won recognition (See Lina's Racing
article). Warned that the conditions were marginal, it was a
shock to see the Face of #3 exposed rock as well as Spook, all
of the top area fed by lifts #12, #25, and a danger sign at #5
indicating EXPERTS ONLY. There was skiable snow, but
caution was the word of the day as any man-made snow was
often scraped away exposing icy conditions soon after the
first hour the lifts were open. Following Friday’s dinner, a
dessert party was held to bring everyone together to share
all the details of the days events.
The group broke into 2 separate parties on Saturday: one
being a beer tasting at the Mammoth Brewery with pizza; the
other a pizza party for the rest in one of the condos. All had a
great time. We found the new condos to be slightly larger,
with 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms on the bottom floor, and a
full master suite on the top floor. It's a pleasant upgrade in
all ways from Chateau Blanc.
On Sunday with the great sunshine and warm temps, we
again broke into 2 groups: those who wished to ski & another which went to Mary's Lake are to hike & relax. Many
left the slopes early to catch the Chargers final game before
departing for home.
NIS Board Members
President
darnold464@san.rr.com
Dave Arnold
619-733-9266
Vice President
Thebarri@cox.net
First Name
Last Name
Lisa
Bagot
Date
5
Richard
Wood
5
Melissa
Garren
7
Christine
Polta
8
Marilyn
Demler
11
Mo
Jomaa
12
Alan
Godwin
20
Lynda
Marika
24
Tim
Young
26
Linda
Coxen
27
Richard
Wildman
27
First Name
Last Name
Date
Jonathan
DeGuzman
2
Lisa
DeGuzman
5
Anna Marie
Emily
Sorriso
Meier
6
7
Aaron
Kamerling
9
Jake
Weidner
10
Ron
Hausch
12
Glen
Clark
14
Robert
Mathers
23
Lucia
Tuca
23
Mary Jo
Lau
26
Claire
Mason
26
Jeffrey
Meyerson
29
Frank Arambarri
Secretary
jlmccasey@yahoo.com
Jean McCasey
619-393-2924
Treasurer
mjking@san.rr.com
Mary Jo Lau
858-279-2466
Past President
Barry Cole
bcoleat220@aol.com
760-749-9416
Next BOD Meetings:
Tuesday, February 25th, 2014
Tuesday, March 25th, 2014
Membership
jargin@gmail.com
Alan Godwin
619-663-6626
offstein@gmail.com
Newsletter Editor
debi@spectechsd.com
Comms/Pub.Relations
Debi Young
619-749-9794
Ed Offstein
Travel
epike97@yahoo.com
Racing
linak@san.rr.com
Edie Pike
619-518-3952
Lina Arnold
858-549-6995
Council Rep
rbsnowdrifter@yahoo.com
Programs/Meetings
Julio Deguzman
.
julioad78@gmail com
760-231-8821
858-459-9935
Rick Bonnett
Social/Activities
ilmonett@yahoo.com
Lynette Collins
760-294-0274
Webmaster
webmaster@nisnowdrifter.com
Nick Cowell
619-390-6659
858-300-5816
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DATES
EVENT
LOCATION
CONTACT INFO
Tuesday, February 11th, 2014
6:00pm
MONTHLY CLUB MEETING
Tio Leo’s
5302 Napa Street
San Diego, 92110
Any Member of the Board of
Directors
Tuesday, March 11th, 2014
6:00pm
MONTHLY CLUB MEETING
Tio Leo’s
5302 Napa Street
San Diego, 92110
Any Member of the Board of
Directors
Stay Informed About Our Ski Clubs, Councils and the Ski Industry All
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website at www.nisnowdrifter.com
DATES
MOUNTAIN
TRIP
TRIP LEADERS
Thursday — Sunday
February 20th-23rd, 2014
Mammoth Mountain
Race 3
Debi Young 619-749-9794 or
Lina Arnold 619-684-1031
Thursday — Sunday
March 20th-23rd, 2014
Mammoth Mountain
Race 4
Thursday — Sunday
April 3rd-6th, 2014
Mammoth Mountain
Race 5
Ed Offstein 760-231-8821 or
Claire Mason 858-541-2262
Wednesday—Wednesday
March 5th-12th, 2014
Winter Park, Colorado
Fly-Away
Jean McCasey 858-560-8722 or
Edie Pike 619-518-3952
Larry and Pat Klaasen
619-582-7407
Current membership is at 174! Our membership form can be found in this newsletter, at our website
http://www.nisnowdrifter.com/docs/NISMemApp2013.pdf or follow this QR code to our website.
The mailing address for membership is:
Alan Godwin
4678 Muir Ave
San Diego, CA 92107
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Tuesday, February 11th
General Meeting!
Tio Leo’s
see the On and Off the Mountain page for
the address!
Club meeting starts at 6:00, come early
and socialize!
SAN DIEGO, CA 92107
4678 MUIR AVE.
MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR
ALAN GODWIN
North Island Snowdrifters