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Hawaii Ski Club – March, 2010
EXECUTIVE ORGANIZATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President – Geof Chu – 330-7432
Vice President – Anita Hodges, 486-8667
Secretary - Craig Shaffer
Treasurer - Wanda Sowell
James Purvis
Toby Kravet – 224-1065
Wanda "Wandi" Sagum
Susan Murata
Kevin Okawa
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Club Historian
Jo Yee
Newsletter Editor
Toby Kravet
(Click on Contacts for e mail addresses)
WANTED:
A FEW GOOD MEN AND WOMEN
See "ANNOUNCEMENTS" Below
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!
March 11 (Thursday), 6:00 P.M. General Membership Meeting at Sam Snead's. Please note that this is the second and not the first Thursday of the month. VOTING FOR 2011 SKI WEEK LOCATION, NOMINATIONS FOR BOARD MEMBERS, AND SECOND VIEWING OF DOUG’S “HAWAII SKI WEEK 2010” VIDEO.
March 12 (Friday), 5:30 P.M. Pau Hana at T.J.'s Bar and Grill, One Kapiolani Building, 600 Kapiolani Blvd.
March 18 (Thursday), 5:30 P.M. Board Meeting at Henry Loui's.
March 21 (Sunday), 9 A.M. Bike Ride in Waimanalo.
March 27 (Saturday), 1:00 P.M. Hamlet at Regal Dole Cannery Stadium Theatres. See below for complete, remaining schedule of Live Transmission Operas from the Met.
April 1 (Thursday), 6:00 P.M. General Membership Meeting at Sam Snead's. Election of Club President and Board of Directors. Arrive early (before 5:30) for the 2 for 1 one price specials.
April 9 (Friday), 5:30 P.M. Pau Hana at Buffalo Wild Wings, 1778 Ala Moana Blvd. (Across from the Ilikai).
April 15 (Thursday), Annual Board Appreciation Dinner, Pagoda Restaurant.
April 25, (Sunday) 7:30 A.M. Metric Century Bike Ride, Kaiaka State Park, Haleiwa.
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE:
Much MAHALOS to the trip committee for pulling off the largest-attended
Hawaii Ski Week: 70 current members participated (that’s half of our club
membership!). However, as one of our members pointed out, I am not able to
write, as in previous trips, that none of the members were injured on our trip
to Snowmass. I also really can’t remember when so many of our members were
injured on a trip (including me with a broken rib). However, I am positive that
after recovery they will be right back on the slopes again.
In fact, I will be Salt Lake City-bound the first week in March to snowboard
again.
Due to a misunderstanding of previous club policies, a lot of trip attendees enjoyed Snowmass so much that they wanted to return next year and were not allowed to vote for it for Ski Week 2011. Consequently, the Board has decided to add Snowmass to the ballot along with the three top votegetters, Telluride, Crested Butte, and Heavenly, for Ski Week 2011. Voting instructions are contained under ANNOUNCMENTS in this newsletter.
Due to the success of this year’s Ski Week and members’ interest, the Trip
Committee is considering a second trip for next year. You will be asked to
let the board know if you would join a second trip probably in March 2011. If
there is enough interest in a second trip, trip details will follow after the
club members select the venue for Ski Week 2011.
Aloha and PRAY FOR SNOW!
GEOF
UPCOMING SKI CLUB ACTIVITIES:
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
March 11 (Thursday) 6:00 P.M.
Note that the meeting has been moved, for this month only, to
the second Thursday, rather than the first, due to a scheduling conflict with
the restuarant. If you haven't voted by e mail, this is not a meeting to
miss. This is the meeting where you will have your opportunity to vote for next
year's Hawaii Ski Week destination. We will also be accepting nominations for
next year’s Board of Directors. See more information below under
“Announcements.” ALSO DOUG AND SUSAN WILL HAVE THE SECOND SHOWING OF THE SKI
WEEK ASPEN SNOWMASS VIDEO during this meeting. If you didn’t see this video at
the post-ski party, make
sure you see it this time!!!
TOBY
PAU HANA AT T.Js. SPORTS BAR AND GRILL
March 12 ( Friday), 5:30 P.M.
The March Pau Hana will be at T.Js. Sports Bar and Grill on the ground
floor of the One Kapiolani Building which, regardless of its name, is located at
600 Kapiolani Blvd. This is directly across the street, in the mountain
direction, from the old Hawaii Newspaper Agency building, i.e., right at the
confluence of King St., Kapiolani Blvd., and South St, If you are coming down
King from Punchbowl St. and have X-ray vision to peer right through that faux
waterfall in the middle of the Street, it is right there. There is parking at
the building with entrances on both King and Kapiolani. Be there or be square
(except for me as I'll be on a second ski trip at that time).
TOBY
SCENIC BIKE RIDE IN WAIMANALO
March 21 (Sunday), 9 A.M.
Meet at Waimanalo District Park, on Hihimanu St., in the parking lot behind
the large sprawling building with red/orange roof, next to the tennis courts.
See map. From Kalanianaole Hwy, at the traffic lights at Waimanalo 5 Shopping
Center, turn mauka onto Poalima, which after a block becomes Hihimanu. Street
veers left; keep going past Job Corps. The park is just beyond Job Corps. This
is an easy ride on flat , paved roads. We'll meander thru the valley past horse
stables and plant nurseries and to the base of the Koolaus. Real country!
Afterward, we can share snacks at the picnic tables at the district park. Call
Lori Auhll at 521-2458 if you have
any questions.
LORI AUHL
LIVE TRANSMISSION OPERAS FROM THE MET
Regal Dole Cannery Stadium Theatres
735 B Iwilei Rd.
With the football season behind us, you might want to consider
seeing a live transmission opera at the Dole Cannery Theatres.
The Metropolitan Opera’s Peabody and Emmy Award-winning series The Met: Live in
HD continues for its fourth season, featuring nine live transmissions. All
performances begin at 1 P.M. at the Dole Cannery Theatres. Don’t miss the chance
to experience the Met live at our local movie theater!
http://www.metoperafamily.org/metopera/broadcast/hd_events_current.aspx
The 2009–10 Live in HD season continues March 27 with:
8. HAMLET – AMBROISE THOMAS
March 27, 2010
The works of Shakespeare have inspired more operatic adaptations than any other
writer’s. For the role of Ophelia, the French composer created an extended mad
scene that is among the greatest in opera.
Approximate running time 3 hours 45 minutes / 1 intermission
9. ARMIDA – GIOACHINO ROSSINI
May 1, 2010
This is a mythical story of a sorceress who enthralls men in her island prison.
Approximate running time 4 hours 20 minutes / 2 intermissions
WANDI
PAU HANA AT BUFFALO WILD WINGS
Friday, April 9, 5:30 P.M.
Discovery Bay
1778 Ala Moana Blvd.
Honolulu, HI 96815
After much hype, the local franchise of BUFFALO WILD WINGS opened late
July of last year in the location vacated by the Shanghai Bistro. It has been
used a few times for the “Call the Coach” radio show and I have always wanted to
check it out but wanted to wait until the “new” wore off. It is located in the
Discovery Bay retail/business area and validated parking is easy to fine and
convenient to the pub. BWW is a casual dining restaurant and sports
bar franchise in the United States that is best-known for its buffalo
wings. While the chicken wings are the obvious must try item, the BWW is
also known for their Flatbreads. There is a full bar and Happy Hour Specials.
See you there.
GEOF
METRIC CENTURY BIKE RIDE
April 25, 7:30 A.M.
After a six year hiatus the club is heading back to Haleiwa! I
dug up this article from the March 2004 Ski Club Newsletter and, amazingly, the
information applies to this year’s event as well. Join us for this unique tour
of the North Shore. For complete details refer to the Honolulu Bicycling League
Web site: www.hbl.org. If you send in your
registration before April 9 you will also receive a free ride T-shirt.
METRIC CENTURY BIKE RIDE, April 25, 7:30 a.m., HALEIWA's Kaiaka State Park
Get your bikes out and put on your racing slicks. It's time again for the great
Metric Century ride. April 25, 7:30 a.m., HALEIWA's Kaiaka State Park. This
popular tour of Oahu's North Shore takes you past world-famous surfing beaches
such as Waimea, Sunset, and Pipeline. Aid stations along the course provide
drinks and snacks, with live entertainment and food to greet riders at the
finish area. Riders can choose to ride 25, 50, or 100 K. It's a great way to
see Oahu's beautiful country! Register online at Honolulu Bike League Web site:
www.hbl.org
“Oh why don’t we go, way on out to the North Shore, where the
sky is blue and ocean is too. Nearest to heaven on earth…”
KEVIN
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SELECTION OF THE SITE FOR HAWAII SKI WEEK, 2011
It’s time to vote for the location of Hawaii Ski Week 2011 The
top three vote-getters at the Snowmass Pizza Party were Crested Butte, CO,
Telluride, CO, and South Lake Tahoe, Ca-NV. After much discussion, the 8 board
has added Snowmass, CO, to the list, so you can choose from 4 ski resort areas.
Basic information about these four ski areas is enclosed in this newsletter and
will be discussed at the March General Meeting at Sam Snead’s on March 11. If
you wish to "campaign" for your favorite area, please
be prepared at the March meeting. Club members may vote by email prior to March
10 or at the General Membership Meeting on March 11. Votes by email may be sent
to Susan Murata (2xrainbow@gmail.com) by Wednesday. March 10.
ANITA
THE FOUR CHOICES FOR SKI WEEK 2011 are listed below and described by our club
members:
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CRESTED BUTTE, COLORADO
Crested Butte is considered a true ski town, retaining its small town charm and
the adventurous soul that it has always had. With no traffic lights or chain
stores and people who openly celebrate life every day, the genuine nature of the
community and the pristine surroundings immediately capture you. The ski
mountain has a natural character that is exhilarating for any ability level.
From
the abundant wide open green and blue groomed trails to more advanced long
cruisers and the famous extreme limits of the North Face and Headwall, the
mountain has it all.
The sense of exploration continues off the slopes with some of the most diverse
and distinctive bars, restaurants and nightlife found in any ski town.
Dogsledding, cross-country skiing, winter trail rides on horseback,
snowmobiling,and evening sleigh ride dinners (an experience that club members
have enjoyed over the years!) From sushi to sandwiches and everything in
between, the choice of great places to dine and variety of food types is
amazing. There is also live music almost every night at places like the classic
Eldo bar or the intimate Princess wine bar on Elk Avenue in downtown Crested
Butte. The shopping is also an adventurous undertaking with small specialty
shops and galleries to explore, each one distinct in its offerings and style. It
is easy to understand how it has been called
"Colorado's last great ski town."
Mountain Statistics: 1165 acres Longest run: 2.6 miles
AS THE SAYING GOES, IT’S NOT THE SIZE THAT COUNTS; IT’S THE QUALITY OF THE
EXPERIENCE!!!!! When the club visited Crested Butte previously, we had an
awesome experience!!
Vertical drop: 3062 or 2775 feet lift-served
Base: 9375 feet Summit: 12,162 Annual snowfall: 300 inches per year
Trail difficulty: Beginner 23% Intermediate 57% Expert 20%
121 trails to ski and board Lifts: 16 Terrain Parks: 3
Getting to Crested Butte: Fly to Los Angeles, Salt Lake City or Denver then
connect to Gunnison, CO. Drive from Gunnison to Crested Butte is 25 miles
(approximately 45 minute drive).
ANITA
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HEAVENLY, SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIFORNIA-NEVADA
South Lake Tahoe offers an incredible opportunity for our Club in 2011
including:
l. Best Value and Lodging options: Per person total price per suite or condo is
applicable to groups of 20 or more. Prices include 7 nights lodging, taxes,
baggage handling, roundtrip bus from Reno, welcome party, 5 of 7 days lift
tickets at Heavenly or Squaw and Kirkwood as well as round trip air to Reno.
(For those choosing a day at Squaw, a $50 optional Apres Ski party package to
Squaw with
return to South Lake Tahoe on the Tahoe Queen paddle boat could make for a great
club party). Prices ARE APPROXIMATE - this will vary depending on if Tahoe is
selected and we can begin looking at the best deals.
A. Harvey's Casino Hotel-$1388 two per deluxe room. Two blocks to
gondola.
B. Forest Suites Condo-under the Gondola at Heavenly-$1328 to
$1478.
Complimentary continental breakfast. Half block to gondola and 2 blocks to
casinos.
C. Lakeland Village Pinegrove Townhomes-$1308 to $1388 . Approx.
1 mile
to gondola by shuttle.
D. Embassy Suites- 4 Star- $1468 to $1668 including made to
order
breakfast buffet, 2 hour open bar Apres Ski party at end of day. Steps to
10 gondola and Casinos.
DEDUCT $300 for non skiers, $70 age 65-69 and $80 for the over 70 gang.
2. Greatest variety of terrain--Of the 18 areas surrounding Tahoe, one of the
largest and most beautiful natural lakes in North America, we will be staying at
the base of Heavenly Valley within steps of the high speed gondola to 4800 acres
in two states with 95 runs (20% green-45% blue--30% black-5%douible), 30 lifts
including 6 & 4 plys plus the high speed gondola from lodging. Average 350-450
inches of snow per year plus new owner Vail Resort has installed the nation's
top rated snow making system. Optional Squaw Valley for example has over 4000
acres with the most advanced lift system in the world. Optional Kirkwood has
2300 acres, 65 runs and 12 lifts. To see more visit the many web sites for South
Lake Tahoe like www.skilaketahoe.com
or any of the 15 other ski areas within an hour or so of our lodging.
3. Entertainment and shopping for skiers and non-skiing members- Casino shows and gaming and the magnificent scenery and attractions of South Lake Tahoe and surrounding areas including visit Virginia City, Carson City and all possible winter sports.
4. More comfortable weather and lower elevation with over 300 days of sunshine annually means fewer chapped lips or breathing problems. Most skiing is between 7,000 and 10,000 feet.
5. Distance from Airport--1 hour bus ride from the RENO airport.
6. Greater Variety Entertainment, over 50 restaurants, over 40
shops and sightseeing. And yes the casinos and shows for Skiers and non-skiers
alike. Like Colorado resorts, South Lake Tahoe offers dog sledding, snowmobiles
tours, ice
skating, cross country skiing, skydiving, etc. etc.
Again, check out the web sites or google South Lake Tahoe and I think you will agree it is time we ski and board Tahoe in 2011.
DARRELL LARGE
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SNOWMASS, COLORADO
This year was so successful that the club is offering it again! The Power of
Four – that’s what you’ll get if Snowmass, CO is selected as the place to be in
2011. Over 5,300 acres of skiing, 300 inches of annual snowfall, rated as #1 for
the best nightlife at any snow resort, free ski shuttles, and over 100
restaurants to choose from within the Aspen area!
1. Snowmass – 3,132 acres of terrain, 24 lifts, 91 trails, spectacular views
from 2 gondolas and multiple high speed chairs on uncrowded slopes at 8,104
feet.
2. Aspen – 673 acres, 8 lifts, and 76 black diamond glades, bumps, and steep runs.
3. Aspen Highlands - 1,028 acres, 5 lifts, and 125 trails that
have an
average of 2 people per acre!
4. Buttermilk – 470 acres, 9 lifts, and 44 trails, this mountain is home to the ESPN Winter X games, and is best known for its wide-open gently rolling trails that cater to beginners and families.
The ski -in/out Crestwood condominium has a free shuttle to accommodate various airline schedules for those who fly into the Aspen airport, located only a short 15 minutes away from the Crestwood. A humidifier is in all of the units, digital cable TV, wireless internet access (fee), and a full kitchen with a gas BBQ grill. And FREE laundry facilities! The free village shuttle picks you up every 20 minutes to get around the Snowmass Village or down to Aspen. For non-skiers, there is snow-shoeing, ice skating, dog sledding, sleigh riding, hot air ballooning, tandem paragliding, paintball, climbing wall, or snowmobile tours. You can also shop the eclectic mix of local shops to luxury boutiques, or go to the Aspen Art Museum.
The 2011 pricing will be close to what we paid. Land packages will be approximately $985 with lift tickets for 7 nights with 5 days of skiing. Airfare cost to be determined. Deduct $290 if you do not need the 5-day lift ticket. No extra charge for baggage handling or shuttle service.
With only a short 15 minute ride from the airport to Snowmass, you’ll have a lot of time to experience the luxury of a world class resort. If you’ve always dreamed of seeing the beauty of the majestic peaks in the height of luxury, look no further -- choose Snowmass/Aspen.
SUSAN
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TELLURIDE, COLORADO
Telluride, the place where Butch Cassidy met the infamous Hole in the Wall gang;
where historic buildings are mixed with quaint bakeries and 5-star luxury
hotels; and where you’ll get some of the most beautiful scenery in the world!
SKIING at TELLURIDE
Telluride is located in a box canyon in what many consider the most beautiful
area of Colorado. Although traveling takes a little more time and effort, this
works in your favor of smaller crowds and lift lines. Awesome terrain boasts
some of Colorado’s longest vertical drops (4425 feet). There is every type of
skiing from the very beginner to the best extreme skiers. Of the 18 lifts, 14
are high
speed. LACK OF CROWDS mean more vertical feet for you.
Great APRE-SKI. From dive bars, ski-bum bars, brew-pubs, to champagne 4-5 star restaurants. FREE GONDOLA between the mountain village and the town – 13 min ride. (7 am-midnight) FREE SHUTTLE around Telluride; loops around town in 15 min intervals. This gondola ride is a novelty in itself, with over 50 restaurants in the village.
Mountain Stats: 2000 plus acres Longest run – 4.6 miles
Vertical Drop: 4425 feet; 3845 feet (lift serviced)
Base: 8725 feet Top: 12,570 feet
Trail difficulty: 23% beginners 36 % intermediates 41%
advanced/experts.
Annual Snowfall: 309 inches
Total lifts: 18 total- 2 High-Speed Gondolas, 7 High-Speed Quads, 1 Fixed
Quad,
2 Triples, 2 Surface Lifts, 2 Doubles, 2 Magic carpets
To get to Telluride: Most likely, a direct flight to Denver, then a commuter
flight to Montrose. 90 minutes bus ride to Telluride. As many people say- it’s
hard to get to but harder to leave.
BIGGEST PLUS – COHESIVENESS-THE MEMBERS WILL BE TOGETHER, NOT SPREAD-OUT OVER
MILES OF DIFFERENT SKI AREAS.
JAMES TAKARA
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A SECOND SKI TRIP FOR 2011?
We've grown to over 140 members and a lot of interest has been expressed in
offering two or more snow trips for 2011. If you are
interested in participating in a second ski trip (probably in March 2011) PLEASE
EMAIL ME at 2xrainbow@gmail.com BY
MARCH 11th.
Also I NEED YOUR HELP! If you would like to volunteer to help with organizing the trips, please email me at 2xrainbow@gmail.com.
Despite the numerous injuries, the response about the 2010
Snowmass trip was overwhelmingly positive! 70 people signed up for the ski club
package, and we met a few more who dropped in to join us - it was one big party!
Many commented on the wonderful Crestwood
accommodations, the great snow conditions, and the availability of numerous
activities to all.
SNOWMASS VIDEO OF SKI WEEK 2010
WILL BE SHOWN DURING MARCH GENERAL MEETING
A wonderful video commemorating our Snowmass trip has been put together by
Doug Kazama. Due to overwhelming demand, the video will be re-shown at the March
11 general membership meeting at Sam Sneads – it’s pretty hilarious, so I hope
to see you there.
Thanks,
SUSAN
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BALLOT FOR SKI WEEK 2011 AND SECOND TRIP
My vote FOR Ski Week 2011 is: _______________________________
Would you attend a second ski trip in 2011 (possibly in March)? Yes:_________ No:__________ If yes, how many would go?____
Name_______________________________ Paid member?_____
E-mail to Susan Murata at
2xrainbow@gmail.com
WANTED: A FEW GOOD MEN AND WOMEN---
TO SERVE ON THE SKI CLUB BOARD
Have you ever felt that we do the same old things month in and month out? Have you wanted to say something but didn't know how? Have you had some ideas about new activities for the club or benefits and services that could be offered. Do you have unique experience, skills, and abilities which you would like to contribute? Well, here's your chance to be heard and to contribute. Also, here's your chance to share time with a group of highly intelligent, entertaining, and like-minded individuals (Hmmmmm!). We are looking for volunteers to serve on the Ski Club's Board of Directors. Board membership entails attendance at one late afternoon meeting per month (currently held on the third Thursday), arranging one activity and one pau hana per year, and, of course, contributing your ideas, opinions, and man(or woman)power to assist in managing the club. If interested, contact Vice President Anita Hodges (See Contacts )
TOBY
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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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/