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Hawaii Ski Club – December, 2010
EXECUTIVE ORGANIZATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President – Toby Kravet – 808-224-1065
Vice President – Kevin Okawa
Treasurer - Geof Chu
Susan Murata
Wayne Fujihara
Jenna Surwilo
Jon Kleinschmidt
Momi Kleinschmidt
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Club Historian
Jo Yee
Newsletter Editor
Toby Kravet
(Click on Contacts for e mail addresses)
CALENDAR OF EVENTS:
Every Monday evening (except on holidays): 4:30 P.M. A group of ski club members and their friends play tennis at Keehi Lagoon courts, off Lagoon Drive. Stay in shape and share refreshments afterwards!
November 25 (Thursday-Thanksgiving) 9:30 A.M. Volunteer activity to help feed the needy at the Blaisdell Center.
December 2 (Thursday) 6:00 P.M. General Membership Meeting (and annual ski clothing/ equipment "swap"---see below) at Sam Sneads. Arrive early (before 5:30 P.M. to take advantage of the 2 for 1 dinner specials.
December 16 (Thursday) 5:30 P.M. Board Meeting at Henry Loui's.
December 18 (Saturday) 5:00 P.M. (Note that this has been changed from the original date of December 11) Annual Ski Club Christmas Party and viewing of the Hawaii Kai Boat Parade at Darrell and Rheta Large's house in Hawaii Kai.
January 14 (Friday) 6:00 P.M. Pre-Ski Week Packet Pickup Party at Wandi Sagum's Condo's recreational area (See article below). All Ski Club members invited.
January 21 (Friday) Off to Telluride: HAWAII SKI WEEK.
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE:
When I sent out the final reminder for last Sunday's Chili Cook-Off, I got a tongue in cheek reply from one of our California members that he and his wife couldn't come because they were going skiing instead. (Heh! Heh!) As I write this message, Utah areas Snowbird, Brighton, and Solitude have been open for several days, Alta opened on Friday, and Park City started up on Saturday. In Colorado, Breckenridge, Copper, A-Basin, and Loveland have been open for a short while, Vail has also opened, and Telluride, our destination for Hawaii Ski Week, shouldn't be far behind. If your body has not been in motion lately, it's not too late to start your stretching and aerobic exercises and make sure your winter clothing and equipment still work: Hawaii Ski Week is only two months away.
Speaking of clothing and equipment, a former National Ski Patroller and European ski tour guide, who is retired in Kaneohe and no longer skis, found us on the website and phoned me a few weeks ago about very serviceable ski clothing he was no longer using and wished to transfer to people who could/would. Thanks to this generous individual, and my quick trip "over the mountain" to his home, I now have two ski suits, 2 parkas, turtle neck jerseys, and other miscellenous items in a big bag waiting for the "swap meet" at the December 2 General Meeting. Be sure to bring your own items which you no longer use but are still in good condition and, you feel, may be useful to another member.
I want to thank those of you who took the time to email me about how much you enjoyed the chili cook-off. The positive feedback, plus the turnout, tells us that not only should we bring it back next year but, perhaps, "clone" it. One of our members has already suggested a "Fried Rice Challenge?????" Those of you who like to put your culinary talents on display, which always seems to work well, will very soon get another chance at our upcoming Christmas Party at the Larges' home on December 18th. If you have any ideas for future events, don't hesitate to let me know.
Finally, I want to wish everyone a happy Thanksgiving------the one day a year when you are defnitely allowed to eat too much.
See you at the events and, soon, on the slopes.
Aloha,
TOBY
UPCOMING SKI CLUB ACTIVITIES:
THANKSGIVING DAY AT THE BLAISDELL
We've had a good response from club members eager to give thanks this year by helping Salvation Army serve a traditional Thanksgiving Dinner to the less fortunate. Our 17 slots are full, but we may need some subs, so let me know, wanda10s@aol.com , if you want to join us for fun and good feelings and I'll put you on the wait list. For those working, please wear closed comfortable shoes, your ski club shirt (if you have one), and no purse or bag. Pockets or waist packs will have to do. It has become a tradition with us to wear seasonal headgear..... antlers, Santa hats, elf hats, pumpkin hats, etc. Aprons are not a bad idea. The pre-event potluck brunch will be from 9:30 - 11:00 on the sidewalk area near the parking structure. We welcome you to join us, even if you can't volunteer. It's a good time eat, drink, and visit with friends whom you may not have seen lately. Parking is free at the Blaisdell for the day.
WANDA
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Sam Sneads Clubhouse
December 2 (Thursday) 6:00 P.M.
Come join your fellow Ski Clubbers for the last General Membership Meeting of the year. This will also serve as the meeting where we annually swap or sell (or try to swap or sell) our unused, or used and still very serviceable, clothing and equipment: Bring it all to the meeting. Be assure to arrive before 5:30 P.M. to take advantage of the 2 for 1 dinner specials.
TOBY
ANNUAL SKI CLUB CHRISTMAS PARTY
December 18
(Saturday) 5:00 P.M.
Once again, Darrell and Rheta Large have graciously offered
their residence at 585 Kumukahi Place on Spinnaker Isle, Koko Marina to host our
Annual Christmas Party. For over six years running, their kindness,
hospitality, and location have provided us with one of the best venues for a
perfect party. Held in conjunction with the “13th Annual “Festival of
Lights” Koko Marina Boat Parade”, this party is always well attended and one of
our most popular events. Members need to BYOB and bring a dish to share
(Pot luck). The ever popular grab bag will take place, and we ask that a minimum
$15.00 gift value be followed.
To get to the Larges', turn off
Kalanianaole Highway onto Hawaii Kai Drive, proceed approximately .8 mile until
you see Pepeekeo St. on the left: Kumukahi Pl. ,or the unmarked entrance to it,
will be your next right. After you turn right, you will immediately come to a T:
Take a left at the T and look for the 585 on the left.
Try to get there before 5:30 P.M. as Darrell warns that
parking will most likely be at a premium after that time.
GEOF & TOBY
PRE-SKI WEEK PACKET PICKUP PARTY
January 14
(Friday) 6:00 P.M.
Save the date of Friday, Jan 14, 6-8 pm for a pre-ski trip party. All ski club members are invited whether you go on the Telluride trip or not! Light pupus will be offered. The location will be at Wandi Sagum’s condo's outdoor lanai located at 60 North Beretania Street. On-street parking is available at 6PM or you may park across the street at the Chinese Cultural Plaza. For alcoholic beverages, BYOB. Stay tuned for more details.
ANITA
SKI TRIPS FOR 2011
Thanksgiving marks a special day for all Americans: a day to give thanks for
family, good friends, a wonderful community and country. But Thanksgiving
weekend has added meaning for all skiers and boarders: it marks the opening of
most ski resorts!!! Time to remember how wonderful it is to enjoy great white
powder, steep slopes, and hot toddies on the mountain!
For 2011, the HSC is trying something new: 3 ski trips( a LOT of extra work on your trip committee). The Telluride trip (Jan 21-29), the offical HAWAII SKI WEEK,is full (although we still have people asking to join us). In addition to the 46 or more members staying at Bear Creek Lodge, we know of at least a few people who will be driving up to spend a few days with the club. Plans for Telluride Ski Week include the Welcoming Reception at Bear Creek Lodge on Saturday, mountain tour on Sunday for intermediate or above skiers, a Sunday evening pub crawl in historic old town Telluride (a free gondola ride from our lodge to old town), NASTAR races on Wednesday afternoon, a potluck dinner, and awards/pizza party on Friday evening. In addition, there will be options for non-ski activities such as dog-sledding and snowshoeing (additional costs). More info about rentals and lunch and après-ski locations will be emailed soon to all who will be on the trip. If you were lucky enough to join us on our last trip to Telluride, you’ll remember what a marvelous place it is for ski week.
For more information on Telluride, contact Anita: anita@hawaiisnowskiclub.com
ANITA
Let It Snow, Let It Snow, LET IT SNOW!
Everyone’s all
hyped up for the first trip of the season to Telluride but let’s not forget our
second trip to Snowmass that is scheduled during the week of February 26th to
March 5th. We currently have 19 members officially signed up for Snowmass but
for those of you who are pondering on the thought of going to Snowmass, you will
need to make a decision soon. To reserve a spot please notify Debbie Fujihara @ debbie@hawaiisnowskiclub.com and/or send in your
check payable to Rocky Mountain Tours for the full payment along with the
Snowmass sign up form. Mail your form and payment to the Hawaii Ski Club, c/o
Snowmass Trip, P.O. Box 3004, Aiea, HI 96701.
Just a reminder that
Snowmass is not Hawaii Ski Week and, therefore, extra activities are not being
planned. The Crestwood is sponsoring a welcoming cheese and wine get together on
our first night and we are also planning a pot luck get together.
As you
know, Crestwood Condo was at an excellent location, a great ski in/ski out place
with 3 hot tubs, daily cleaning service, and free laundry facilities. Your lift
tickets are good at 4 mountains - Snowmass, Aspen, Buttermilk, and Aspen
Highlands. Free shuttle service is available to get you around the town or the
various mountains and the snow was fabulous!
Snowmass, Colorado – Feb 25 – March 5, 2011 (maximum 38)
· February 25, red-eye departure from HNL to Aspen (ASE)
· Feb 26, arrive, Crestwood shuttle 15 minutes away
· Feb 26-March 5 – Crestwood Condominiums, ski in/out
· March 5 – depart
· Land package will include 5 days of skiing (option for 6 days), 7 nights at
the Crestwood condo (4 per 2 bed/2 bath condo), complimentary laundry,
complimentary shuttle, and baggage handling.
The signup form is available in the Trips section of our website: www.hawaiisnowskiclub.com
For more information on Snowmass, contact Debbie: debbie@hawaiisnowskiclub.com
DEBBIE
Finally, South Lake Tahoe is the final club trip and 9 have signed up for the group package but more club members with condos in the area will be joining us.
South Lake Tahoe, California – March 18-26, 2011 (maximum 32)
· March 18 – departure, red-eye from HNL to Reno (RNO)
· March 19, arrive, Charter bus from Reno to South Lake Tahoe
· March 19-26 – Embassy Suites
· March 26 – depart
· Land package to include 5 days of skiing (ski resorts TBA), 7 nights at the
Embassy Suites, complimentary breakfast, complimentary après ski, ground
transportation and baggage handling.
For more information on Tahoe, contact Susan: Susan@hawaiisnowskiclub.com
PAST SKI CLUB ACTIVITIES:
CHILI COOK-OFF
Mucho Mahalos to Susan Murata and Doug Kazama for allowing the Ski Club to use their community's private recreation center, on the lofty heights above Kahala Mall, for the Chili Cook-off on November 14th. Twenty-nine (by my count) ski club members attended with six brave souls (me included) daring to enter the cook-off and brave the judgment of their peers. Winning the first prize, a bottle of Patron Reposada and margarita mix, was Bill Hodges. Second place, a dinner certificate for two at the new Mexican restaurant at Ward Warehouse, was Naomi Hill. Third place, a bottle of tequila, went to Rene' or Paul Ferguson (don't know which one cooked). Last place, a coupon for Zippy's Chile and a Mexican cookbook, went to a member who will remain unnamed in this story, but you can be sure that, with the assistance of the cookbook, he/she will be back next year (and so will I) : The gauntlet has been thrown. Everyone seemed to have a good time socializing, the potluck offerings, in addition to the chili, were delicious, the ocean views from the heights were fantastic, and the sunset was spectacular (but no green flash). Again, Mahalo to Susan and Doug for the venue. Also, thanks go to Geof for selecting the theme-appropriate prizes, Momi for supervising (policing?) the food setup, and everyone who helped set-up and tear down the room. Pau.
TOBY
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
2009 HAWAII SKI WEEK DVD
Special thanks go to Doug Kazama, who has produced a DVD set of our Snowmass
trip and unveiled it at a public showing at the post ski party. DVD's are
available for purchase.
DVD set has both video and photos on it along with a music video of many of you
singing one or two lines. It's pretty funny and showcases our welcome party,
Nastar races, pizza party, and photos from those of you who sent pictures in. A
second DVD has all of the photo files that were sent in, and our Group photo for
you to be able to print or view.
If you would like the DVD set and can pick it up in person, please come to the
April 1 meeting at Sam Snead's Tavern. This is our general membership meeting.
DVD set is $20 if you pick it up in person. Please let me know if you would like
one and we will bring a copy for you.
If you would like him to MAIL you a DVD set, please mail a check for $22 (sorry,
postage cost!), and enclose your name and address. Checks payable to:
Douglas Kazama
438 Hobron Lane, Suite 401
Honolulu, HI 96815
Email me with any questions:
susan@hawaiisnowskiclub.com
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SNOWBOARD FOR SALE
Craig Shaffer still has an unused size 141 snowboard for sale. $250.00. Craig may be contacted at 261-5989.
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SNOWBOARD BINDINGS FOR SALE
Kevin Okawa has a pair of very lightly used Burton Custom Detox Snowboard Bindings for sale. Size: Mens Medium, Color: Mandarin Orange, Asking $50. Anyone interested can contact Kevin at the club email address. Click on Contacts
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Contributions from the membership to future newsletters are encouraged and will be greatly appreciated: Please e mail them to Toby (see Contacts) no later than 9 calendar days from the end of the month. Thanx much.
Updated club info available at http://www.hawaiisnowskiclub.com/