Hawaii Ski Association - May 2004
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At the April 16th General Meeting at the Elk's Club, the venue for Ski Trip 2005 was decided. Each mountiain was described as follows: Big Sky - Darrell Large; Mammoth - Geof Chu; Vail - Michael Cloe; and Whistler - Obie Olson. Ballots were distributed and a vote was taken. Local ballots were joined with absentee ballots and were counted by Shereen Boyajian and Marilyn Harris. The Results: Big Sky - 27 votes; Mammoth - 3 votes; Vail - 4 votes; and Whistler - 6 votes. So...Big Sky it is! Michael Cloe, trip coordinator, has already started his checklist of preparations for the trip.
General Meeting of April 16th
n addition to the selection of Big Sky for Ski Trip 2005, input on other Club activities was received on the ballots and in discussions. Twenty-five of the 40 ballots cast expressed a preference for a second ski trip during Spring Break: Alayaska -7 votes; Mammoth - 7 votes; Tahoe - 8 votes; and Whistler - 2 votes. There were also 16 ballots that expressed interest in a third trip in August; 4 designated New Zealand. We also got input with regard to Ski Trip activities and more/new Ski Club activities here in Hawaii.
Big Sky Resort website
Big Sky information from Ski Magazine
Call it "phenomenal," "fabulous" and "stunning." The superlatives always get a workout when readers describe Big Sky’s Rockies-spanning, Hollywood-set scenery and its miles of epic, uncrowded terrain. But even though it’s one of the country’s largest (3,500-plus acres) and most exciting resorts, it doesn’t test well—just like the kid in your high school class who became a U.S. senator. Call it an anomaly, mixed with legitimate complaints such as "zilch for nightlife" and "tough to get to." Its remoteness—an hour’s drive from the Bozeman airport—looks like a plus from its uncrowded slopes. Big Sky is busy creating more village, with amenities that garner rave reviews: "The Summit Hotel is fabulous," and "Moonlight Lodge adds a touch of class." New West cuisine at Peaks and global fusion at Rainbow Ranch (ask to see the wine cellar) highlight a growing roster of good area restaurants. While the compliment, "Ski, eat, sleep. Repeat. Does it get any better?" can also be viewed as cautionary, the vast majority of Big Sky skiers are big fans of its open-armed friendliness and its big-time skiing. From the cushy all-mountain greens of Morning Star to the great blue altar of Andesite Mountain to the crowning, gut-check steeps of the Dictator Chutes and the Big Couloir, the skiing at Big Sky rules. —J.C.
THE LATEST
Continuing a glade binge over the past few years, two more aggressively pitched, north-facing bark-biters have been added on Andesite Mountain.
THE DEAL
Great Ski Weeks packages at the luxurious Summit Hotel include a studio for two for $373 per person.
HIGH/LOW RANK
Challenge (13), Terrain (15), Scenery (16); On-Mountain Food (63), Grooming (63), Access (66)
DON'T MISS
A Montana Hot Stones Therapy treatment at the Solace Spa in the Summit, Shoshone and Huntley lodges, perfect after bashing Big Sky powder all day.
READER REMARKS
Excellent ski-in/ski-out lodging. "Big Sky has something for everyone, and with no crowds...wow." "Cheesy architecture." "A bit expensive for Montana."
Upcoming Events
Every Monday - Tennis at Keehi Lagoon @ 4:30 p.m.
Kenny Loggins Concert at Waikiki Shell @ 7 p.m. (see below)
Join the ski club for a relaxing evening at the Shell to the music of Kenny Loggins. Tickets are available thru Ticketmasters for $30 for seating on the lawn. Come early and bring something the eat while we wait for the concert. the concert begins at 7:00 p.m. Don't miss this event!! Questions? Call Vel. Hope to see you there.
Board Meeting - Geof Chu's Place May 13th @ 6:30 p.m.
Pau Hana - Brew Moon Friday May 21st @ 5:30 p.m.
General Meeting - Thursday June 3rd (Time/Place TBD)
Pau Hana - Dave & Buster's June 18th @ 5:30 p.m.
Taste of Honolulu - June 25-27 (see below)
COME JOIN US AT THE "TASTE OF HONOLULU" ON JUNE 27
Please join Ski Association volunteers for delicious food and drink, live entertainment, cooking demonstrations, and fun at the 13th annual Taste of Honolulu on Sunday, June 27.
If you wish to volunteer for this year's Taste of Honolulu, please contact Anita Hodges for an application ASAP. Ski club members have volunteered to raise money for Easter seals for the past 7 years. Volunteers receive a Taste of Honolulu t-shirt, admission ticket and $10.00 in script. We have signed up to work the Sunday, June 27th morning shift from 10:30 until about 3:00.
After our shift, volunteers informally gather to eat, socialize, and enjoy the live entertainment. Other Ski Club members are invited to join the volunteers to relax and enjoy the festivities. This informal group will meet near the big black sculpture in the middle of the
Honolulu Hale grounds at about 3 to 3:30PM and then proceed to the music stage area.
Bring a cell phone if you want to locate other ski club members in the crowd. Friends and family are invited to join us. Come to party and support the Taste of Honolulu and Easter Seals Hawaii. Call Anita.
General Meeting - Thursday July 1st (Time/Place TBD)
Scuba Divers Wanted
Any certified scuba divers in the club, Michael Cloe is looking to put together a dive trib, but needs to know how many divers we have. If you're not certified, but always wanted to experience diving, let me know also.
Contact Michael Cloe
From the Editor
This edition of our Club Newsletter is somewhat experimental. I have learned how to use this e-mail publishing program and have pieced together the various inputs. I will try to upgrade the content and liveliness of the newsletter in subsequent editions. Also, all members are encouraged to submit articles for inclusion by the third week of the month.
Upcoming Events
Every Monday - Tennis at Keehi Lagoon @ 4:30 p.m.
Kenny Loggins Concert at Waikiki Shell @ 7 p.m. (see below)
Join the ski club for a relaxing evening at the Shell to the music of Kenny Loggins. Tickets are available thru Ticketmasters for $30 for seating on the lawn. Come early and bring something the eat while we wait for the concert. the concert begins at 7:00 p.m. Don't miss this event!! Questions? Call Vel. Other Ski Club members are invited to join the volunteers to relax and enjoy the festivities. This informal group will meet near the big black sculpture in the middle of the Honolulu Hale grounds at about 3 to 3:30PM and then proceed to the music stage area.
Bring a cell phone if you want to locate other ski club members in the crowd. Friends and family are invited to join us. Come to party and support the Taste of Honolulu and Easter Seals Hawaii.
General Meeting - Thursday July 1st (Time/Place TBD)
Scuba Divers Wanted
Any certified scuba divers in the club, Michael Cloe is looking to put together a dive trip, but needs to know how many divers we have. If you're not certified, but always wanted to experience diving, let me know also.
Copyright 1999-2004 - Ski Association of Hawai`i
Paul Ferguson - Editor
PO Box 3004 - Aiea, Hawaii 96701
http://www.HawaiiSnowSkiClub.com/News/04-05.htm
Last updated July 20, 2004