Boot Press - Pacific Ski Club

April 2013BOOTPRESSBox 553, 1027 Davie Street, Vancouver, B.C., V6E 4L2 604-731-1092www.pacificskiclub.comSpring has sprung!Time to get ready forwalking, skiing, hiking, skiing,softball, skiing, golf andmaybe even some skiing.

April 2013 BootPress The Pacific Ski ClubYour 2012 - 2013 ExecBox 553, 1027 Davie St.Vancouver, BC V6E 4L2PresidentLiz Simonpresident@pacificskiclub.comVice PresidentMandy Sarfivice-president@pacificskiclub.comTreasurerBryan Freemantreasurer@pacificskiclub.comSecretaryLeif Bjornsonsecretary@pacificskiclub.comMembershipRebecca Stradermembership@pacificskiclub.comNewsletterShannon Chadwicknewsletter@pacificskiclub.comMediaMimi Chungmedia@pacificskiclub.comActivitiesVacantactivities@pacificskiclub.comCabin MomNancy Eldcabinmom@pacificskiclub.comCabin ReservationsVal Parrishcabin@pacificskiclub.comToursVacanttours@pacificskiclub.comPublic RelationsVacantpublicrelations@pacificskiclub.comSoft Ball CommissionerScott Venemascott_venema@hotmail.comPresident’s MessageSpring is just around the corner, the sun is shiningand flowers are starting to bloom... Everything onyour deck and in the yard is practically screaming tobe washed, mowed, planted etc. Spring is the officialkickoff to new beginnings, reorganizing and of course,yard work. Well, at least the sun is shining! And let’snot forgot about all the great ski days we have left -makes it really easy to look at the mossy deck chairsand say “It’s not really warm enough to sit outside yet,plus it’ll probably rain again anyway.”Perfect ski days aside, it’s still time for all our ballplayers to dig out their gloves and see if they canstill throw a ball. Scott Venema is our commishextraordinaire and he’d love to put you on a team, so if you’re looking to find somethingfun to do this summer with your fellow PSCers, send him an email at:scott_venema@hotmail.comWe also have another important event coming up which is the AGM. We make all ourimportant decisions then, vote in a new executive, sign up for the OK’s and catch upwith our members. Look for more info on that in this edition of the Bootpress and thenext couple as well. If you’ve been thinking about trying your hand at an executive role,now’s the time to let people know - it’s been a great experience for me and I highlyrecommend that everyone take a turn at directing our club. It’s kinda fun, and you getto learn a lot about the club, its history and help shape its future.We’d also love to plan a little trip thissummer. If you’ve gotsome ideas and are ableto help coordinate, welove to hear from you. Itcould be anything froma rafting weekend to abicycle tour through Italianwine country - the choicesare endless.Love yaLiz604-568-1170www.volutionsalon.ca 2209 York Aveinfo@volutionsalon.ca Vancouver, BC V6K 1C5Thank you Vo•lu•tion Salon for your generousdonation to our recent club night.Save the Date:This years AGM will be on June 22nd @ 6:30 pm but theplace is TBD. Stay tuned for more information.BootPress reminders:• Deadline for all submissions is the Sunday before club night.• Please send all submissions to newsletter@pacificskiclub.comPage 2www.pacificskiclub.com

The Pacific Ski Club BootPress April 2013April Club NightDate: Thursday, April 18thTime: 6:00pmLocation: Toby’s Pub and Grill at 2733 Commercial DriveIt is located between 11th and 12th Avenue with lots of free parking in the neighbourhood(including underground parking at the Pub).It is also just 2 blocks from the Commercial Skytrain station.Food, drinks and merriment with your fellow PSC’ers (guests are welcome). A night to check outthe latest and greatest, a chance to win a fabulous raffle prize and sign up for upcoming events.Come on out to check out what is happening.No More PSC Club Phone Line!ATTENTION EVERYONE:Our PSC phone line has gone to heaven! With email and text, the Executive has decidedthat keeping the phone line is not worth the cost. We all use computers & cell phones waymore than the telephone. From now on, please email the following:To reserve a bed or cabin dinner:........Cabin Reservations...........cabin@pacificskiclub.comFor cabin information:..................................Cabin Mom.............................cabinmom@pacificskiclub.comFor membership:.............................................Membership...........................membership@pacificskiclub.comFor general information:.............................President...................................president@pacificskiclub.comAll other contacts are listed in the Bootpress and website.The Whistler cabin phone remains (604-932-3451 - this is not the reservations line).BIG NEWS! A MUST READ …MEMBERSHIP RENEWALEffective immediately, when you renew your membership for one year, you will receiveone free night at the cabin for the summer period (June 1 to November 1 only), youhave one year to use it. If you renew for 3 years, you will get 3 free nights and youhave 3 years to use it. For those that renewed for 3 years in 2012, we will be giving youthe 3 free nights (just need to check our records and will send you an email). Lots ofevents and activities are being planned for the summer in Whistler. Play time and freeaccommodations, how awesome it that?!?!? Don’t worry if you renewed before thisbig new because it will come around to you next time. It’s not a ‘special’, it’s not a ‘timelimited’ thing, it is not going away.RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP AND GET A FREE NIGHT AT THE CABIN!www.pacificskiclub.com Page 3

The Pacific Ski Club Cabin Dinners March 2013Chicken and RibsChef du Jour: Dan MoscripWhen: March 23, 2013Reason: Come on up to the cabin and encourage one of ournew members who has volunteered to host a dinner. Dan will beserving ribs, salad, etc. Sign up early because this one is going tosell out.Cajun DinnerChef du Jour: Peter CardinWhen: April 6, 2013Reason: Peter is making a Cajun feast with chicken gumbo. Thesnow promises to still be good and the food even better. Don’tmiss an opportunity for some great spring skiing.Whistler Closing WeekendChef du Jour: TBAWhen: April 20, 2013Reason: The last time to ski Whistler until November! With thegreat snow, it is too good an opportunity to miss. Still searchingfor a chef, but there will definitely be a dinner.May Long Weekend – Special OccassionChef du Jour: TBAWhen: May 18, 2013Reason: It’s a long weekend and the last chance to get someskiing, hiking, golfing, biking done in the same weekend. Stillsearching for a chef, but there will definitely be a dinner. Finishoff the season with a bang.Cabin DinnersEver thought of yourself as an aspiring chef? Like to stay atthe cabin for free? Can you boil water? Like to entertain? Ifyou answered yes to any of these questions, you are a goodcandidate for hosting a cabin dinner. We are still looking forchefs to host dinners in April and May. For more information,contact Nancy Eld at cabinmom@pacificskiclub.comSummer StaycationLooking for somewhere local to go this summer? Check out ourcabin in Whistler. The rates are reasonable and the atmosphereis second to none. You have local beaches, golfing, hiking,mountain biking, etc. Block bookings are also available to ensureyour privacy.For more info, contact cabinmom@pacifiskiclub.com orcabin reservations at cabin@pacificskiclub.com.PSC’s Payment & Refund PolicyTo pay for an event (ie: dance, ski trips, OK’s, etc.), All members can pay by cash, cheque, Visa or Mastercard. The Executiverecommends payment by cheque because:1. Cheques do not incur service charges.2. Credit cards incur service charges (the club is charged 2.05% for Visa, 3.35% for M/C with 15 cents per transaction).3. We recommend non-members pay by cash or credit card.4. NSF cheques will be subject to the bank’s service charge.The Treasurer will make sure your cheque will be processed within a month. Cash for smaller events such as dances, pub crawl, etc. is highlyrecommended.* Please contact the organizer of the event for payment process.* A non-refundable deposit may be required for some events & trips. Check with the organizer.* Any cancellations must be made prior to the event deadline. Check with the organizer.* No refund after the event unless other arrangements have been made. Check with the organizer.This policy ensures the Pacific Ski Club sustains a sound financial portfolio.www.pacificskiclub.com Page 5

April 2013 BootPress The Pacific Ski ClubActivities & EventsDid you know that PSC is on Meetup?This is where you’ll find a lot of ourevents posted, chit chat with new orprospective members, see who’s goingto an event, put out an idea of your ownand even sign up for an event. It’s easy tojoin, just go to Meetup.com, search for Pacific Ski Club and jointhe group. It’s fast and a great way to get all the club info andhappenings all in one spot.Night Skiing at CypressLocation: Cypress Mountain near Guest ServicesWhen: Wednesdays @ 6pmContact: Text Jennifer at 778-885-5549 orcall Roger at 604-885-5549Get your midweek skiing fix at Cypress Mountain thisyear! Join your fellow club members for some great runs,socializing, and maybe a burger at the Crazy Raven to top offthe evening. Cypress has the best local skiing and they areadding even more snowmaking equipment this year, so youknow you will always have a the best local snow available.We are planning on meeting Wednesday evenings at 6:00 pmoutside Guest Services. Please contact Jennifer or Roger ifyou are planning to join us.Call Roger at 604-202-4962 orText Jennifer at 778-885-5549.Winter Snow Games 2013Location: Sun Peaks, KamloopsWhen: Thursday, March 28 - Sunday, March 31Contact: Mandy Sarfi at tours@pacificskiclub.comWhat to expect:Great Okanagan skiingNew and old friendsGames at the bar and in the snowThe most fun you can have at a ski hillThe Winter Oks - or Olympics - are a gathering of fiverecreational ski clubs from BC and Alberta. There are friendlycompetitions, some parties and of course dress up on the hill!Prices:• Just along for the ride - $280 no lift ticket• Taking it easy - $350 one lift ticket• All in - $425 two lift tickets• Crazy about skiing - $500 three full days of skiing!Note: you must be a Pacific Ski Club member to attend - thegreat news is you can join for just $65 a year.This trip will include:• Bus transportation to and from Sunpeaks from Burnaby• Condo style accommodation (most with private hot tubs)Lift tickets (per pricing)• Breakfast food provide for the weekend in each room(you cook)• A dinner banquet with awards on Saturday.Best overall. Ski race and games etc.• Bar games and snow games.So come on - grab your cape and come and hit the slopewith us!Contact: tours@pacificskiclub.com or 778-686-6554Page 6www.pacificskiclub.com

The Pacific Ski Club BootPress April 2013Activities & EventsWalk with NancyIt’s that time of year again to get your walkingshoes out. Last summer, we explored a numberof great parks around the Lower Mainland everySunday morning. What better way to communewith nature. We are going to start up again onSunday, April 14 and meet every second weekfor the first couple of months and then move toweekly walks in June. Meeting time is 9:30 amand everyone is given a 5 minute grace period.After the walk, we usually find a local bistro tohave coffee and treats. A great way to spend aSunday morning.Sunday, April 14, 2013Iona Beach Regional Park: Iona Beach Regional Park isnorth and west of Vancouver International Airport. Gotowards Vancouver International Airport and get onto GrantMcConachie Way. Follow Grant McConachie Way westward toTempleton Street and then turn right (north) onto TempletonStreet. Follow Templeton Street as it turns left (west) andbecomes Ferguson Road. Follow Ferguson Road westward tothe end; it goes directly to Iona Beach Regional Park.Sunday, April 28, 2013Blackie Spit Park in Crescent Beach: Blackie Spit is one ofthe best bird watching areas in Canada with almost 200 speciesof birds recorded in a calendar year. The park is managed as awildlife conservation area and habitat enhancement activitiesare ongoing throughout the park. We will meet at the firstparking lot on McBride Avenue in Crescent Beach.Sunday, May 5, 2013Stanley Park Seawall: What more needs to be said! We willmeet at the Second Beach concession stand and decide fromthere what route we want to take.Sunday, May 19, 2013Lost Lake, Whistler: Come on up to the cabin and enjoy theclosing weekend for Blackcomb on Saturday and go for a walkon Sunday. There will be a cabin dinner on the Saturday night tocelebrate the end of the ski season and the start of summer.www.pacificskiclub.com Page 7

April 2013 BootPress The Pacific Ski Club604-568-1170www.volutionsalon.ca 2209 York Aveinfo@volutionsalon.ca Vancouver, BC V6K 1C5Thank you Vo•lu•tion Salon for your generousdonation to our recent club night.#271 East 2nd AvenueVancouver, BC, CanadaPhone: (604) 879-1833 Email: vanski@telus.netWebsite: http://www.vanski.caOne of Western Canada’s best equipped ski repair and service centres offersa 10% discount to PSC members on all tune ups and non sale retail items.Please show your valid membership card.1625 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver 604-987-7245Snowboarding, waterskiing, windsurfing, wakeboarding.Brand name gear, bootfitting, ski tuning & demo’s.10% - 20% discount off most non-sale items.www.northshoreskiandboard.comCan-Ski/Showcase Stores in WhistlerDiscounts: 10% off regular price 15% off Whistler-Blackcomb logowear Offering members of the Pacific Ski Club discounts on manyitems in the shop, and the club will collect points to trade formerchandise to raffle at our monthly meeting. If you would like toreceive these discounts obtain a card from Valerie, or pick one upat the club cabin or quote PSCIII.Page 8www.pacificskiclub.com

MarchSunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdaySt. Patrick’sDay17 18 19 20 21 22 23Night Skiing Club NightChicken & Ribs@ Cypress @ Toby’s@ the Cabin24 25 26 27 28 29 30Good FridayWinter Snow Games trip to Sun PeaksNight Skiing@ CypressEaster Sunday 31 1Easter Monday2 3 4 5 6April Fool’sDayCajun DinnerSnow Games@ the Cabin7 8 9 10 11 12 13April14 15 16 17 18 19 20Nancy’s Walks:Whistler ClosingIona BeachClub NightDinnerRegional Park@ Toby’s@ the Cabin21 22 23 24 25 26 2728 29 30 1 2 3 4MayNancy’s Walks:Blackie Spit Park,Cresent Beach5 6 7 8 9 10 11Nancy’s Walks:Stanley ParkSeawall

MembershipThe Pacific Ski ClubBox 553 1027 Davie StreetVancouver, BC V6E 4L2www.pacificskiclub.comName:_ ________________________________________ E-mail:___________________________________________Address:________________________________________ City:_______________________ Postal Code:___________Phone: Home:_ __________________________________ Business:_________________________________________Occupation:_____________________________________ Birth date: (MM/DD/YY)____________________________In Case of Emergency Contact:______________________ Phone No. (H)_____________________________________Relationship:____________________________________ (B)______________________________________________MembershipHow did you hear about the Pacific Ski Club?____________________________________________________________Would you like your contact details listed in the PSC directory?q Yes q NoAre you interested in participation in any of these committees?q Cabin q Socials q Newsletter q Membershipq Community Relations q Activities q Tours q FinanceRates:Please tick & circle the amount:New Membership:q 1 year - $65/personq 3 years - $155/personRenewal:q 1 year - $55/personq 3 years - $150/personPSC General Payment and Refund Policy1. Payment may be made by cash, cheque, money order, Visa or Mastercard, unless otherwise stipulated.2. There will be a service charge of $20.00 for dishonoured cheques. A dishonoured cheque will be treated as a payment not made andappropriate missed deadline penalties will be imposed.3. All deposits are non-refundable unless otherwise stated. Check the newsletter or ask the event coordinator for details.4. Telephone reservations require payment by Visa or Mastercard.5. Post dated cheques or pre-approval to debit your Visa/Mastercard may be required for the balance of payment.6. Refunds (less the non-refundable deposit if applicable) will be granted as follows:a) The coordinator is notified of cancellation a minimum of 1 week before activity/event. Trips may require more notice.b) There is a death or serious illness in the immediate family.c) The participant falls seriously ill.7. Refunds will be in the form of a PSC credit voucher, which can be applied toward any PSC tour, activity, event, cabin membership etc. The creditvoucher will expire 1 year from the date of issue and is nontransferable.8. Credit vouchers may be given even if we are able to fill your spot for the activity. The participant will make an effort to find a suitablereplacement.9. “No shows” or poor weather do not constitute an adequate reason for refund.Obligation of Membership and Waiver of LiabilityMembers must be 19 years of age or olderAs a member of the Pacific Ski Club, I hereby agree to abide by the constitution, bylaws and regulations as set forth from time totime by the Executive. I further agree not to hold the Pacific Ski Club, its Executive or Membership responsible for any personalloss or injury while in attendance at any function sponsored by the Pacific Ski Club, or for any expenses incurred when inattendance at functions/events organized by the Pacific Ski Club, when circumstances not governable by the Pacific Ski Club areresponsible for that expense.Date:_ ____________________ Signature:____________________________________________________________Credit Card Information q Visa q Mastercard Amount:_____________________Card #____________________________________________ Expiry Date: ________________________________________________Name on Credit Card: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Signature: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________