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From: American Airlines Ski & Snowboard Club [email protected]: AA Ski & Snowboard Club Newsletter
Date: November 7, 2018 at 11:49 AMTo: [email protected]
November 7, 2018
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AMERICAN AIRLINES Ski & SnowboardClub 2019
November 7th, 2018President: Nathan Green VP: Bob Antal
[email protected] [email protected] (214) 317-9669 (760) 402-5897
STEAMBOAT TRAINING CAMP
It's Time! RSVP Now!
"Ski Town USA"Steamboat Springs
AA TRAINING CAMP We are a little over a month away from our first ski week of the 2018-19 Season. Steamboat is ready for AA and our guests. I’ll cover some of the“basics” for Steamboat in this E-blast, but rest assured, we willsend a final “hot sheet” with all the final “deals” and last minuteinfo the week before Training Camp. (He's assuming he can get ahold of the Newsletter Editor who's going to be on a cruise in theWestern Caribbean! ED.) SNOW CONDITIONSSteamboat already has “some” natural snow and thetemperatures have been conducive to making snow the past weekor so. This is a great sign. Snowmaking temps are usually lateNovember, but they are ahead of the game this year. GETTING TO STEAMBOATUnfortunately AA will not begin service to Steamboat until afterour Training Camp. The easiest place for AAers to Non-Rev to isDenver (DIA), although Eagle Vail (EGE) is an option. If you feellucky, you can also ZED on UA Express to Hayden (HDN). Remember Eagle and Hayden have very limited service this timeof year and if the weather is questionable, it’s quicker to drive. If you arrive in Denver, I suggest getting with your room/condomates and renting cars/vans. The other option is to call "Go Alpine". If you ask for a NAASF(North American Airline Ski Federation) discount you can savemoney. Go Alpine requires a reservation so don’t show upthinking you can grab a ride.Go Alpine Reservations1-970-879-2800Toll Free: 1-800-343-RIDE (7433)
Toll Free: 1-800-343-RIDE (7433) LODGING IN STEAMBOATThe AA Ski and Snowboard Club has superb rates at the Steamboat Grandwhich is directly across the street from the gondola base area. They alsohave a FREE ski and boot storage area for owners and guest in the basearea. The Grand offers a variety of room options. Most combine a living areawith either one or two bedrooms. The living area will have at least one(sometimes more) sleeping options (i.e. a sleeper sofa or built in futontype) and a full bath. The bedrooms joining the living area usually givesyou the option of one King Room with a fireplace and private Jacuzzi OR astandard hotel room with two Queen beds. You will have the option ofalmost any combination of those three rooms (Living/Kitchen area alone,either bedroom alone, OR Living/Kitchen area with one or two bedrooms) There are also Penthouse options, if you want to get a large grouptogether. As The Event Director (TED), I will be doing room pair for anyone thatdoesn’t have, but wants a room/condo mate. Just give me a call. To make your own reservations Start here.
They have provided an online reservation link for your convenience. To see alloptions
1. You will need to input your reservation data
2. click “check availability”
3. click “change” in the middle of the page
4. click “Package Price” to see all options.
5. Scroll to see all the options!
https://groups.steamboatgrand.com/Ecomm/Package/PackageBuilder/3735661/?packageid=43848&promocode=American
If you have problems with the online system, please call The Steamboat Grandreservation number at 877-306-2628. Our Group Code is “American Airlines Ski& Snowboard Team”.
RIDES and ROOM/CONDO MATES
RIDES and ROOM/CONDO MATESIf you need a ROOM or CONDO MATE please indicate that on your RSVP. Nextweek I will begin “pairing” those looking for partners. The same applies toRIDES. If you need a ride or if you are offering a ride, let me know and I’ll matchdrivers up with passengers. Steamboat Grand - 877-306-2628 LIFT TICKETSLift ticket prices vary based on the number of days (obviously the more you skithe less you pay per day)1 Day - $762 Consecutive Days - $73/day3 of 4 Days - $52/day4 of 5 Days - $52/day5 of 7 Days - $50/day6 of 8 Days - $50/day7 of 9 Days – $50/day LESSONS/TRAININGSteamboat has offered their top credentialed coaches for our Camp. They willdivide you into small groups (usually 5-7) of very similar ability and interest. Youwill ski 5 hours each day with your coach and class. Video Analysis will beoffered throughout the week and you can have unlimited NASTAR Timed Runs(snow conditions permitting). For the race oriented club members, there will beGS, SL, and Snowboard gate training. All levels of skier/rider are welcome. The “never-ever” skiers/riders will beenrolled in Steamboats world class Snow Sports School. At this time of year,there is a high likely hood you will get virtually private lessons. There is not a better way to start your season and/or to improve your skiing. Thecost is only $89/day. KIDS VACATION CAMPThe AA Training Camp is Family Friendly. If you have smaller children (3 ½ toKindergarten) they can participate in the Kids Vacation Camp. They will get timeon the snow and time indoors as is appropriate for younger children. If you havekids 6 mos to 6 years that don’t or can’t ski/ride you can opt for Childcare. Eitheroption is will cost $109/day/child. If you have children older than 5, they can enroll in Snow Sports School for thesame low price as the adults or $89/day.
SCHEDULEThe complete schedule will be published about a week before Training Camp,but here are the highlights.
but here are the highlights.
SUNDAY AFTERNOON - Chili PartyOur President Nathan Green and several others have reserved one of thePenthouses in the Grand. They has offered to let us hold our annual “Chili Party”in their penthouse Chili will be served from 4:00pm until 6:00pm. We will askeveryone eating chili to please drop $5 in the "pot" to help pay for it. Everyone (AAers and Guests) is encouraged to join us for the Chili Party. This is a BYOB event. There is a liquor store on the street front of the Grand(next door to Powder Pursuits) so grab what YOU would like to bring it.. CHILI PARTY RSVP.....We would like to have the correct amount of chili, sowe need you to RSVP if you plan to attend the CHILI PARTY (4-6pmSunday). PLEASE include this in the notes of your RSVP or drop me an email assoon as possible. SUNDAY EVENING WELCOME PARTY - Powder PursuitsChris Smith (owner) of Powder Pursuits has once again offered to host a"mixer" for AA and our guests. This "mixer" will be from 6:00 to 8:00 Powder Pursuits is offering the lowest rental prices in town and 25% discountson retail. This is a good time to get outfitted with rentals, gloves, goggles, etc. You can stop by earlier if you wish to avoid the rush. This year we are asking everyone to stop in to Powder Pursuits, shop, getoutfitted, Say "HI" and "Thank You" to the Powder Pursuits crew. Afterwards wewill migrate to a watering hole that is yet to be determined (remember the partabout the final Hot Sheet a week before camp?) REGSITRATIONThis year early and late registration will be in the Main Ticket Office. If you arriveSunday afternoon (or earlier), I strongly suggest you register upon arrival. Don'twait until Monday Morning if you don't have to. Monday Morning Registration will be in the BASE CLUB (next to the outdoorticket windows). They will have 5 windows open so registration should gosmooth. Go register and then come to breakfast in. REMEMBER TO BUY YOUR TEAM DINNER TICKETS WHEN YOUREGISTER !! MONDAY BREAKFASTMonday morning @ 7:00am there will be a FREE Breakfast and Chalk Talk in the
Monday morning @ 7:00am there will be a FREE Breakfast and Chalk Talk in thenew Timber and Torch restaurant that replaced Bear River.
Registration will be in the Base Club starting at 7:00am We will divide into groups at 9:00am If you need rentals, get them Sunday evening or EARLY Monday. It is important that you be dressed (boots, coats, gloves, helmet),registered, and ready to ski/ride not later than 9:00am. Don't be the person that strolls in at 8:45 and hasn't eaten, registered, and/orisn't dressed !!! MONDAY AFTERNOON - Mountain Coaster and Free BeerSteamboat's "Outlaw Mountain Coaster" is North America's longest mountaincoaster. Steamboat has offered AA and Guests $15 tickets (25% discount). After training on Monday, we will encourage everyone to join us for a ride thecoaster from 3:30-4:30. INVITE YOUR COACHES, it will be FUN !!! From 4:00-6:00 Steamboat is hosting a FREE "Kegger" in Timber and Torch. This will be a "mixer" with the Crescent Ski Counsel. So, MIX....get around andmeet the "other" group on the Mountain. COME Ride the Coaster and join us for FREE BEER Monday afternoon. MONDAY NIGHT - Strawberry Hot SpringsFor those that want to venture to Strawberry Hot Springs, we will try to organizea group. If this "clothing optional" night time event interests you, let me know. Depending on who/how many we have going and how many 4 wheel drivevehicles are available, we will probably depart The Grand about 7:00pm andreturn about 9:00pm (this is subject to change). TUESDAY NIGHT TEAM DINNER - Hazie'sThis if open and encouraged for all Campers (AA and our guests). The coacheswill be invited and we will ask everyone that attends to put $2-$5 in the "pot" tohelp pay for the coaches dinners. Dinner is at Hazie's at the top of the Gondola. The night Gondola Ride isbeautiful and romantic for those with someone they would like to be romanticwith. (Jim, Rick, Wally, and Ciao will be riding up together. Please don't ask anddon't tell. Ed.) The Gondola will UP LOAD for our Team between 6:15 and 7:00 ONLY. If you
The Gondola will UP LOAD for our Team between 6:15 and 7:00 ONLY. If youare late, you will not be allowed to UPLOAD. The Hazie's Bar will be openfrom 6:30, so COME EARLY.....We will have Social Hour from 6:30 until dinner isserved about 7:45. DON'T BE LATE !!! WEDNESDAY PUB CRAWLWe will have a pub crawl Wednesday evening. The pub crawl will START at TheCabin (in The Grand) about 5:00 then proceed on the “route”. The exact routewill be published when we send the final “Hot Sheet” THURSDAY AFTERNOON - "Camp End Awards"We will gather in "The Cabin" for DISCOUNTED Drinks or in Nathan’s Condo foran "awards" party/roast (this too will be finalized about a week before we arrive). The "awards" will be for those that race on Thursday and earn NASTAR Medals. We will also give "awards" for funny things that have happened during the week. To make this work, I need "dirt" (funny things) about what you, your class mates,or especially your coaches have done that might be funny or embarrassing. Asthings happen, PLEASE text the story to me. This is always done "tongue in cheek" and a good time. Remember, the moreyou drink the funnier I am !!! DAILY APRES SKITimber and Torch at the base of the Gondola will offer drink specials eachevening. This will the “designated” watering hole each afternoon. We expectyou to stop by and have a beverage with your class mates and coaches. DISCOUNTSWe have been offered discounts at LOTS of places (all of these are yet to beverified for this season, but this is what it has previously been so I see no reasonthat it will change).Powder Pursuits· 40% Discount on Rentals (this 40% yields the lowest rates on the mountain -i.e. better deal than 50% at other shops)· 25% Discount on all retail. (Goggles, Gloves, etc.)· Deeper discounts on last year's inventory Steamboat Ski and Sport· 50% discount available on all daily rental products including demos at anySteamboat Ski and Sport and the Steamboat Pro Shop. Simply show your AA liftticket for the discount.· 10% off “Steamboat Logo” wear Ski and Bike Kare· 25% discount on EVERYTHING in the store. · Some of Steamboats top Boot Fitters (25% discount on boots) and where
MANY of the "Pros" on the mountain purchase their boots. "The Cabin" (In the Grand)· 50% off select beer and wine by the glass 4:00-6:00 daily (with “GroupDisount Card” available at registration) Outlaw Mountain Coaster· $15 (25% Discount) OK, That's all for NOW....if you have further questions, give me a call. Be Safe !!! Have Fun !!!
Jim Tullos817-946-5736www.aaskisnowboard.comSocial Director and Steamboat TED (Event Director or Room Mom)
Remember, new this year,you must be registered to gain access to some of the other parts of the Website.If you want to sign up for a ski week, or order uniform items, the program willdeny you access until you are registered for this year. GO TO THE "JOIN"PAGE. You will have to fill out the application page, electronically sign the waiverand liability pages, and pay your dues. If you have difficulties, contact us. ED.
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