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FUTURE CONVENTIONSFWSAConvention 2014in Ski Country:Bend, Oregonat The Riverhouseby Jane WyckoffAnnual Convention Chair, FWSAThe Far West Ski Association is pleasedto announce the selection of The RiverhouseResort, Hotel & Convention Center in Bend,Oregon as the site for the 82nd Annual FWSAConvention, June 12-15, 2014, hosted by theNorthwest Ski Club Council. Located justminutes from downtown Bend and Mt. BachelorSki Resort, our Northwest industry partnersare actively participating in the Conventionplanning to make this a fabulous Convention.The Riverhouse is nestled along theThe Riverhouse lobby welcomesguests with a warm and friendlyatmosphere. The Resort offers 220spacious guest rooms, and is locatedon the Deschutes River in the heartof Bend, Oregon. photo / The Riverhousebanks of the beautiful Deschutes River, andoffers some of the finest lodging amenities inCentral Oregon. Guests enjoy spacious rooms,indoor and outdoor heated pools, spas, saunasand an exercise room. The Crossings restaurantat The Riverhouse offers the best viewsin Central Oregon accompanied by awardwinning cuisine. Lighter dining is also availableat the Poolside Café, located just off theoutdoor pool deck.For the outdoor enthusiasts, there aremany choices, including tennis courts, fishing,river rafting and hiking/jogging trails. Withinwalking distance are the Bend River Promenadewith a wide variety of boutiques andshops, a Family Fun Center and restaurants.The 8th Annual Michael German MemorialGolf Tournament will be held at River’sEdge Golf Course, conveniently located behindthe The Riverhouse Resort. Designed byRobert Muir Graves, Golf Digest named it oneof the “Best Places to Play.” The par-72 courseabounds with spectacular scenery from theDeschutes River to stunning views of Mt.Hood and Mt. Jefferson. The River’s Edge offersmany amenities, including a full servicerestaurant and bar, a grass tee driving rangeand large putting surface for ample space.Air transportation is via Redmond MunicipalAirport (RDM), located just 12-15 minutesfrom The Riverhouse. Rental cars areavailable at the airport and shuttle service isalso available. The Riverhouse website is locatedat www.riverhouse.com. For additionalinformation, contact Mary Olhausen, NWSCCPresident and Host Council Convention Coordinatorat omary52@comcast.net. ▲▲The 83rd Annual FWSA Convention will be held June 4-7, 2015 at the Town and CountryResort & Convention Center, San Diego, hosted by the San Diego Council of Ski Clubs.Far West Skier’s Guide 2O12 - 2O13 49