information form - Masada College

THREDBO 2012Dear Skier/Snowboarder,Here we are in a brand new year and the skiseason is just around the corner.This year the school will be visiting the ski fields from Sunday, 8 th Julyuntil Thursday 12 th July, (4 days of skiing returning Thursday night). Asalways the camp will be fully supervised by Masada staff, facilitated byAction Learning Initiatives and all catering is kosher. The cost of the campis $920.00 (snowboarding $35 extra) and will be charged to the schoolfees account.Attached are the details of the camp;• Ski Camp Outline is for your information and provides you withdetails of the camp• Daily Itinerary• Suggested Packing Guide• Risk Warning• Information form; this must to be removed, both sides completedand returned to Mrs Cully. The trip will be charged to your schoolfees account on receipt of the “Information Form”Cherie Cully______________________Cherie Cully (Ski Camp Co-0rdinator)

THREDBO SKI CAMP – 2012DATES:COST:INCLUDES:EXCLUDES:ADDRESS:Sunday, 8 th July – Thursday 12 th JulyLeave from the Senior School at 11.00amReturn to the Senior School at 11.00pm (approx)$920.00 (includes GST)Snowboarding, clothing extraGSTTransport4 nights accommodation at Bungarra Alpine Resort4 days of ALL lifts at Thredbo4 x 2 hr lessons to suit your ability (ski or snowboard)+ an additional lesson on Monday pm for first timers4 days entrance to the National Park4 days entrance to Thredbo heated indoor pool4 days ski hire (skis, poles, boots)4 days on snow assistance with Action Learning Initiatives staffTravel insuranceClothing hire (See Information Sheet)Snowboard hire ($35.00)Night skiing ($25.00) if offeredBungarra Alpine CentreBarry Way, Jindabyne2 LODGES: Rooms sleep 8 – 14Games roomTV/lounge with log fireplaceDining roomDrying roomAccess to pay phone**Remember to bring a towel and a sleeping bag**

PACKING GUIDEClothingTHREDBO 2012Normal day/nightwearSki clothing + beanie, gloves, goggles, sunniesSwimmersKippah, Teffilin, SiddurLodge needsTowelSleeping bag (pillows/sheets are provided)Toiletries Shower needs Personal grooming items Personal hygiene needsElectrical items Please leave your iPod, mobile phone etc at home as we can take noresponsibility for these itemsMoney All food is provided so a small amount of money for drinks,movies, souvenirs, night skiing ($25)Insurance Hire equipment is not insured. Students are advised to use theminding facilities or carry a small padlock to avoid their skis/boardsdisappearing from the slopes.

RISK WARNINGUNDERSECTION 5M OF THE CIVIL LIABILITY ACT 2002SPORTING ACTIVITIES ON BEHALF OFMASADA COLLEGEMasada College organises a Masada Ski Camp during the winter vacation, in which manystudents participate.While Masada College takes measures to make the sporting activities as safe as possiblefor participants, there is a risk that students can be injured and suffer loss (includingfinancial loss) and damage as a result of their participation in these sporting activities,whether at training or in actual events.Injury can occur while the student is engaging in or watching a sporting activity, ortravelling to and from the event. The injury may result from a student’s actions or theactions of others.On some occasion, an injury can be serious (such as torn ligaments, dislocations, backinjuries, concussion or broken bones). In very rare cases the injury can be lifethreatening or result in permanent disability. If a student has a pre-existing injury,participating in a sporting activity could result in an exacerbation of that injury.Students could also suffer loss as a result of their personal property being lost, stolen,damaged or destroyed.Personal Protective Equipment including the following should be worn for skiing: helmet,gloves, sunglasses or goggles.To avoid theft of skis a padlock and chain should be taken to secure unattendedskis.

INFORMATION FORMPlease complete both sides of this form and return it to Mrs. Cully at the PDHPE/sports staff room.NAME:ADDRESS:PHONE:EMERGENCYCONTACT:DATE OFBIRTH:SPECIALDIET:(eg. vegetarian, lactose intolerant)MEDICAL(eg. epileptic, asthmatic, diabetic)CONDITIONS:MEDICARE NO:PLEASE NOTE: The Thredbo medical centre does not bulk bill and all consultationshave to be paid for. Arrangements should be made with your child in case of emergencies.(eg. EFTPOS)All meals are provided so students do not need to buy food at any time. They may needmoney for souvenirs and optional night activities.

ON SNOW ACTIVITY: Indicate one Ski Snowboard ($35 extra)Students may do both and charges will vary pro rata.ABILITY:HIRE:Indicate appropriate ability 1 st Timer (never skied/boarded before) Skied/Boarded once before Advanced beginner (competent on green runs) Intermediate (competent on blue runs) Advanced (manage all runs with ease)Indicate your requirements (extra costs)GENDERM / FJACKET$20PANTS$20SNOWBOARD Goofy NaturalParents are also advised that skiing is an inevitably risky sporting activity which can giverise to injuries to students participating in this trip. Accordingly, whilst the college will takeall reasonable steps for the safety of participating students, it cannot prevent all possibleaccidents that may occur to the students whilst skiing.By signing this form, you release the College from all claims and liability that may arise inrelation to any injury or loss suffered or incurred by your child or children whilstparticipating in the ski trip and unconditionally indemnify the College against any suchclaims or liability.Signature of parent/guardian