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Ski Club of Washington, DC l www.SCWDC.org l September / October 2016 l Volume 83, Number 5 SCWDC T Great Sports for All Seasons! www.SCWDC.org
Ski Club of Washington, DC l www.SCWDC.org l September / October 2016 l Volume 83, Number 5
SCWDCT
Great Sports for All Seasons!
www.SCWDC.org
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President’s Message
Thetennisprogramhasfoundmostofitspartyleadersforthefirsthalfoftheyearbutislookingforpeopleinthesecondhalf.ContactJack or Casey Tarr,leadersoftheprogram,ifyouwouldliketoleadone.Thepartiesofferincrediblevalue:for$20,youget3sessionsofindoortennis,dinner,wine,beer,andsoftdrinks,plusawonderfuleveningofcamaraderie.Sundayinstructionaltennis,withnewleadersTammy Vetter and Jayne Lynch,isfilled.Bob RicheyhastakenoverTuesdayeveningtennisinWakefieldPark,afteryearsofGene Lee leadingit.OurOctobertriptoHiltonHead,SC,ledbyKarla Curran, is sold out and has a long waiting list.
AtourrecentBoardmeeting,wepassedaresolutionthankingBill Johnstonforallhisworkonthewebsite.HespentcountlesshoursontheMemberizesystem,whichgreatlyimprovedontwopriorsystemstheClubused.BillhasbeenoneoftheoutstandingcontributorstotheClub,servingasPresident,Boardmember,skitripleader,computerguru,andamanalwayswillingtohelpmemberswithwhateverproblemstheywerehavingwithclubpolicyorprocedures.
TheBoardhasjustfacedanissueaffectingsocietyasawhole,dealingwithtransgenderindividuals.Formostothers,itisaquestionofwhichbathroomtheyuse.Forus,itisaquestionofwhotheyroomwithforaweekonaskitrip,potentiallymuchmoreserious.WehavereferredittothePolicyCommittee,ledbyHoward Fisher,whohaspromisedtothoroughlyresearchitandcomeupwitharecommendedcoherentpolicy.
TheBoardjustmadeadecisionthatwillnotpleaseeveryone.Formanyyears,theduesforanewmemberhavebeen$45forasinglemembershipand$73foracouple/familymembership.Forarenewingmemberitwas$35single,$53foracouple/family.TheBoardfeltchargingnewmembersmorewascounterproductive.Wewantandneednewmembers.Wemustcontinuetobringinnewmembersorwewillslowlydie.Soovertheobjectionsofanumberoflong-timeclubmembers,theBoardvotedunanimouslytomaketheduesthesameforeveryone,neworrenewal,at$35single,$53couple/familyforaone-yearmembership.
OnSunday,November13,theClubwillagainbesponsoringaWarrenMillermovie.Thisyear’sfeatureisentitled“Here,There&Everywhere”.Savethedate.Thesearewonderfulfilmsaboutskiingwithgreatscenery.Thisannualeventisachancetomeetalotofotherski-mindedpeople.OurClubusuallygainssomenewmembersfromit,andtherevenuetotheClubissubstantial.MoredetailsareavailablefurtheroninthiseditionoftheSCWDCmagazine.
Itisawonderfultimetobepartofthisgreatorganization.
PeterHartogensis,PresidentSCWDC2016-17
Table of Contents
President’s Message ……………………… 2
Meetings ……………………………………… 3
Eastern Ski Program …………………… 4
Western/International Ski Trips …5
Skiing in Europe ……………………… 6, 7
Cultural ……………………………………… 8
Recreation …………………………… 8-10
Social …………………………………… 11, 12
Sailing ……………………………………13, 14
Tennis ………………………………………… 15
Team Sports ……………………………15, 16
Hiking ………………………………………… 16
Asweheadintothefall,welookforwardtoskiing.TheWestern/InternationalCommitteehassetup15skitrips.Theyarealreadyabout35%sold,withtwoofthemsoldout:Revelstoke,Canada,ledby Chris Klozek,andTaos,NM,ledbyJustin McCarthy. At a recentmeeting,weaskedChristorevealhissecretsauce,howhemanagedtofillhistripsoquickly.HemodestlysaiditmightbebecauseitwastheleastexpensiveWesterntrip.Wethinkthereasonisthatheisafineleaderwhohasdevelopedadedicated
followingwithintheClub.IfyouarethinkingofjoiningoneoftheremainingWesterntrips,youshouldsignupasquicklyaspossible.Adepositof$250willholdaplace;thebalanceisduewhentheflyersaysso.Allthetrips,prices,andleadersarelistedinthiseditionofthemagazine.
TheEasternprogramhas10tripslisted.OneisaflighttriptoMt.Tremblant,Quebec,ledbyPete Campbell ataveryattractiveprice.Therestarequiteeconomicallocaltripswhereyoudriveyourself.Fourofthemare“SPE”trips,meaningthatlessonsareincludedatnoextracost,providedbyourownskischool.Itisagoodopportunitytosharpenyourskiskills,particularlyifyouplantotakeaWesterntriplaterintheseason.
Peter Hartogensis
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www.scwdc.orgSKI CLUB OFFICE: 703-532-7776
President:PeterHartogensisVicePresident:LeoBoelhouwerBoardofDirectors:LeoBoelhouwer,MikeFavole,CarolFinley,MaryKayeHrivnak,ChrisKlocek,CharlieLorenzetti,MeganO’Connor,DavidTomsRecordingSecretary:JoanZawackiTreasurer:BillGaymonGeneralCounsel:PeterHartogensis,ScottSexauerMemberServicesChair:GaryRubensAdministrativeOfficer:PeteCampbellBudgetandFinance:GaryRubensFinancialManager:BrianChollarWebAdministrator:GaryRubensWebMaster:KenEngWebEditor:FrankPeñarandaMagazineEditor:LeoBoelhouwerSki-O-Gram:PeteCampbellCapitalSkiandRide,Meetup.com:ChrisKlocekEventbrite:ChrisKlocekSCWDCFacebook:Vacant
ProgramChairpersons:EasternSkiTrips:SusanSt.GeorgeWestern/InternationalSkiTrips:SueMillerSkiSchoolDirector:MikeCavallaroRecreation:TrixiBicknellHiking:BobPickettSailing:PamBurdickandPattyHagan(Co-Chairs)Sports:GeoffreyPennoyerCultural:BernieJoinerSocial:BernieJoinerTennisParties:CaseyTarrTennisSpecialEvents:MeganO’ConnorYoungProfessionals:Elise Anderson
CommitteeChairpersons:ActivityLeaderEvaluation(ALEC):BernieGilbertHistorian:KateHayesMeetings:PeteCampbellPastPresidentsAdvisory:HowardFisherPolicy:HowardFisher
SCWDC (ISSN 0883-6817) is published bi-monthly,March/April, May/June, July/August, September/October, November/December, January/February, and is published at the SCWDC office, 5309 Lee Highway, Arlington, VA 22207 (Periodicals postage paidat Arlington, VA and at additional post offices).Subscription is limited to members of Ski Club ofWashington, DC, Inc.
POSTMASTER: Send address changes to theSCWDC office, 5309 Lee Highway, Arlington, VA22207. Ski Club phone number: 703-532-7776.© 2016 SCWDC
MeetingsMonthly Social Meetings
September Social Meeting – Ski FestDate and Time:FridaySeptember16,7p.m. Seedetailsfurtheroninthisissue.
VOLUNTEER PARTYTheBoardhassettheannualVolunteerPartyforSaturday,September24,2016,7to11pm.Attendanceisbyinvitationonly.ThisistheannualpartygivenbythePresidentandtheBoardofDirectorsforallthosewhohavevolunteeredtorunorassistinSkiClubactivitiesduringtheyear.
InvitationswentoutAugust1and2.Everyeffortwasmadetoincludeallvolunteers,byaskingprogramchairsfortheirvolunteersandgoingthroughrecordsofactivities.Nevertheless,eachyear,inspiteofourbestefforts,weoverlooksomepeoplewhohavevolunteeredandshouldhavebeeninvited.
Ifyou,orsomeoneyouknow,volunteeredanddidnotreceiveaninvitation,[email protected].
October Social MeetingReverse Aging?
Isitpossibletopostpone,orevenreverse,theeffectsofaging?Withrecentadvancesinmedicine,weareboundtolivelonger.Buthowcanweachievethequalityoflifewewant?
Discussion Leaders:MarkMoultonandLeoBoelhouwerDate and Time:Thursday,October6,6p.m.HappyHour;7p.m.VisitwithEventLeaders/AskQuestions;7:30to8:30p.m.–Themeetingwillbeheldupstairsinoneoftheconferencerooms.
Meeting Schedule6to7p.m.-HappyHourattheO’Malley’sBar.7to7:30p.m.-VisitwithEventLeadersandExhibits-Spacewillbeprovidedforskitripleaderswishingtoexhibittheirtrips.7:30to8:30p.m.–Themeetingwillbeheldupstairsinoneoftheconferencerooms.
Meeting Location and Directions
Location:CrownePlazaHotel,1960ChainBridgeRd.McLean,VA22102(cornerofInternationalDrive),703-893-2100.Directions:FromI-495,takeexit46AtoRt.123South/ChainBridgeRdtowardsTysons.Atthesecondlight,turnrightontoInternationalDriveandthenleftatthenextlight,GreensboroDrive.Goabout30yards,lookfortheCrownePlazasignonleft,andturnintodriveway.Freeparkingisprovidedinacoveredgarageandinsurfacespacesonallsidesofthehotel.
Beforethemeeting,we’llmeetdownstairsinO’Malley’sBartoshareplansandoldtimes.Grababeverageandsomelighthorsd’oeuvresandcatchupwithskiclubfriends.Youcanbringfoodanddrinkintothemeetingroom.Thisisanopportunityforyoutofindoutthelatestinformationaboutourskitripsandotherprogramactivities.Thefunstartsat6p.m.inO’Malley’s!
IfyouarenewtotheSCWDC,therewillbepeopleatthemeetingwhocandescribeourcurrentandfutureSCWDCeventsandprovidesignupinformation.
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Eastern Ski Program2017 SCHEDULE
Name of Trip Begin Date
End Date
*SPE? SPE Days
Transportation
Ski Liberty SPE 1/15/2017 Same Y 1 PYOT
MLK Jr. Blackwater Falls XC Weekend 1/13/2017 1/16/2017 N PYOT
Ski Liberty SPE 1/22/2017 Same Y 1 PYOT
Snowshoe Weekend 1/27/2017 1/29/2017 N PYOT
Ski Liberty SPE 2/5/2017 Same Y 1 PYOT
Canaan Valley SPE Weekend 2/9/2017 2/12/2017 Y 3 PYOT
Snowshoe Weekend 2/24/2017 2/26/2017 N PYOT
Snowshoe Weekend 3/3/2017 3/5/2017 N PYOT
President’s Day Blackwater Falls XC Weekend 2/17/2017 2/20/2017 N PYOT
Mt. Tremblant, Canada 2/5/2017 2/10/2017 N Flight
* SPE means Ski Performance Enhancement (instruction in skiing and boarding)
2016 SCWDC Ski FestSCWDCAnnualSkiFestis“The”meetingtofindoutallabouttheSCWDCskitripsplannedfortheupcomingseason.TheSkiFestthisyearwillbeonFriday,September16,attheCrownePlazainTysons(1960ChainBridgeRoad,McLeanVA22102).MeetandminglewithSCWDCskitripleadersforSCWDC’s14US,2international,and9EasternUSskidestinations.TheSkiFestvenueislargerthanthevenueintherecentpast.AsinpreviousSkiFests,therewillbeaMini-Ski/SnowboardExpowithexhibits,displays,SWAG,anddrawingsfrominvitedskiresortrepresentatives,skitouroperators,andotherskiindustryguests.Enjoyfreehorsd’oeuvresandcashbar.SeeapreviewoftheupcomingWarrenMillermovie“Here, There & Every Where.”ParticipateintheSkiAdventurePassportgametobeeligibletowinoneofthreeSCWDCSkiTripVouchers(two$100vouchers,one$300voucher). Friday, September 16, Ski Fest Schedule:
• 7to7:30p.m.–Mini-Ski/SnowboardExpo,cashbar• 7:30to8p.m.–Openingremarks,explanationofSkiAdventurePassportgame• 8to10p.m.–SCWDCskitripleadermeetandgreet,tripsign-ups,horsd’oeuvres,skiindustryexhibits• 8:30p.m.,9p.m.doorprizedrawings
o Manydoorprizesbutyoumustbepresenttowin• 9:30p.m.SkiAdventurePassportgamewinners(two$100vouchers,one$300skitripvoucherwillbeawarded)
o Mustbepresenttowin Mini-Ski/Snowboard Expo exhibitors invited and anticipated to attend are:
• SkiDestinations,AdventureVacations:CanaanValley•ElkMountain•SnowshoeMountain•Whitetail/Liberty/Roundtop•Seven Springs•WintergreenSkiResort•CanadianMountainHolidays-Heli-SkiingandHeli-Hiking•ClubMed•Encompasse•Vail Resorts•WispSkiResort
• Localskishop:SunandSki•AlpineSkiShop• Manufacturers:KickerSnowsports(DCmanufacturersofcustomskis)•Drewskis(custombuiltskichairs)
• Otherstobeannounced
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Western / International Ski TripsTheWestern/InternationalCommitteeandALECrecentlycompletedthelineupoftripsforthe2017Season.
Trip Destination Dates Leader Price
Vail, CO Sat., Jan 7 – Sat., Jan 14, 2017 R. Togni $2,105
Revelstoke, BC - MLK Week Sat., Jan. 14 – Sat. Jan. 21, 2017 C. Klocek $1,450
Taos, NM Sat., Jan. 14 – Sat., Jan. 21, 2017 J. McCarthy $1,885
Whitefish, MT Sat., Jan 21, – Sat, Jan. 28, 2017 G. Pennoyer $1,520
Park City, UT - Sundance Film Fest M-M
Mon., Jan 23 – Mon., Jan 30, 2017 S. St. George $2,025
Park City, UT - Sundance Film Fest M-S
Mon., Jan 23 – Sun., Jan. 29, 2017 S. St. George $1,865
Jackson Hole, WY Sat., Jan. 28 – Sat., Feb. 4, 2017 J. Gilbert $1,660
Breckenridge, CO - BRSC Sat. Feb. 4 – Sat., Feb. 11, 2017 D. Toms 1,825
Beaver Creek, CO Sat., Feb. 11 – Sat., Feb. 18, 2017 D. Toms $1,770
Crested Butte, CO - Prez Day Mini-Week
Wed., Feb. 15 – Mon., Feb. 20, 2017 E. Rozek $1,500
Pragelato, ITA - President’s Week
Sat., Feb. 18 – Sun., Feb 26, 2017 K. Eng $3,295
Steamboat, CO Sat., Mar. 25 – Sat., Mar. 4, 2017 P. Campbell $1,730
Park City, UT Sat., Mar. 4 – Sat., Mar. 11, 2017 S. St. George $1,820
South Lake Tahoe, CA Sat., Mar. 11 – Sat., Mar. 18, 2017 R. Togni $1,625
Aspen, CO Sat., Mar. 18 – Sat., Mar 25, 2017 B. Johnston $1,960
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Skiing in Europe
“SorryRockies,ThankstoClubMed’sAllInclusiveValue,TheAlpsareNowaNewBestSeller.”ThisisthenewClubMedtaglineforitsskivacationsintheAlps.It’ssotrue.DoyouremembernottoolongagowemusedthatitisjustasexpensivetoflyandskiNewEngland/NortheastUSAasitistoflyandskiWesternUSAresorts?NowwecansayskiingtheAlpsonaSCWDC/ClubMedtripisnomoreexpensivethanskiingoutwest,especiallyifyoutakeintoaccountallthecostitemsofanall-inclusiveskivacation.Thefollowingchartcomparesthecostofaseven-nightClubMedVald’Isereskivacationtoaseven-night“doityourself”Aspenskivacationforacouple,assumingthesamelevelofservice.Granted,notallofuswantlessons,orneedguides,orneedskiequipment,oreatanddrinkouteveryday,butifyoudo,theClubMedall-inclusiveskivacationisahard-to-beatvalue.Thiscomingseason,weplananall-inclusiveskivacationtoClubMedPragelato,Italy,amodern,newly-builtskiresortlocatedinthefamous“MilkyWay”(ViaLattea&Sestriere)skicircuit,inthePiemonteregionofItaly,neartheFrenchborder,amajorvenuefor2006TurinWinterOlympics.ViaLatteafeaturesanincredible1200meters(3937feet)ofverticaldescent,with400km(250miles)oflinkedpistesstretchingovertheFrenchbordertoMontgenèvre.Pragelatoisbestsuitedforintermediateskiersandsnowboardersbutthereisalotofterrainforbeginnersandexpertstoo,alongwithmanymilesofcrosscountrytrails.Don’tknowhowtoskiorsnowboard?LearntoskiorsnowboardinthisfabulousItalianwinterwonderland.Skiorsnowboard“MilkyWay”withskislopesforalllevels,withallday-ski/boardlessonsorguides.DidImentiongourmetmealsandopenbar?YouoweittoyourselftoexperienceanepicandluxuriousEuropeanskivacation.JoinusonourClubMedPragelato,Italytrip,February18-26,2017.Formoreinformation,checkoutourWestern/Internationalskitripschedule(https://scwdc.wildapricot.org/event-2189910),[email protected].
ThinkEuropeanskivacationsaretooexpensive?Thinkagain!
Onthenextpageisapricecomparisonshowingtheincrediblesavingsofanall-inclusive7-daytriptooneofClubMed’spremiumskiresortsinthealps–versusado-it-yourselfskitriptoapopularAmericandestination.
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Skiing in Europe
destination
that’s a savings of over $2,400 per couple!
$6,500*
$3,250*
$9,056
$4,528
club Med Val d’lsèrein the French alps
“do-it-Yourself”aspen, colorado
roundtrip airfare $1,192 ($596/person)1incLuded
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roundtrip private transfer to resort $50
accommodations (7 nights) $4,1062
Lunch and dinner $700 ($50/person/day)2
alcoholic / non-alcoholic beverages $140 ($10/person/day)3
Lift tickets (6 day-pass) $1,308 ($654/person)4
ski / snowboard lessons and guide (5 days) $1,490 ($745/person)5
tipping (15%)
price per couple
price per adult
$70
1Sample fights for travel from January 18-25, 2015 from New York (LGA) to Aspen, CO (ASE). 2Price from Tripadvisor’s “TripIndex Ski: Winter 2013-14” with 2% inflation applied. Inflation figures from Kiplinger’s Economic Outlooks from August 2014. 3Estimate based on only one beer per person per day pricing from “TripIndex Ski: Winter 2013-4 with 2% inflation applied. Inflation figures from Kiplinger’s Economic Outlooks from August 2014. 4Prices from www.aspensnowmass.com. 5Prices from www.aspensnowmass.com for a 5-day adult group lesson. *General Conditions: Sample prices for comparisons only and per adult (12 years and older), based on double occupancy in a Club Room from January 18, 2015. Limited time offer, subject to availability and prices are subject to change, blackout dates apply, and a 7-night minimum stay to qualify. Round-Trip flight included from New York (JFK) to Geneva (GVA) based on travel January 18 to January 25, 2015. Club Med Membership fees are additional. Other restrictions apply including brochure terms and cancellation/change fees. Not responsible for errors or omissions. Void where prohibited or restricted by law. CST#: 2020955-50.*
Below is a price comparison showing the incredible savings of an all-inclusive 7-day trip to one of club med’s premium ski resorts in the alps – versus a do-it-yourself ski trip to a popular american destination.
think european ski vacations are too expensive? think again!
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Cultural
Nationals BaseballSunday October 2, 3:05 p.m. Last Home Game – Nats vs Marlins Fordetailsoneachgame,includingcostandleader/address,gotoourwebsitewww.scwdc.org and on the left at the calendarpagescrolldownandclickonSpectatorSports-NationalsBaseball. Forcreditcardpayment,contacttheleader.
THE BUS IS BACK!!Date:FridaySeptember2–MondaySeptember5 Cost:$415Guestadd$25 $150 deposit due at signup: remainder due August 13, 2013 Leader:PeteCampbell703-532-7776(day)[email protected]’veheardusalltalkingaboutit,andyoucanaskanyonewho’sbeenthere.Thisisthetripoftheyear,withnon-stopentertainmentandmusic.Ifthesun,surf,beaches,andvolleyballareyourthing,we’vegotit.IfyouwanttoparticipateinaHalf-Marathon,it’srighthere!IfHappyHourontherooftop,dancing,andbignamelivemusicuntilthelatehoursoftheeveningdoitforyou,we’vegotthattoo.Youcanhaveitall!JoinusfortheAnnualSCWDCandFSCVirginiaBeachLaborDayTrip.We’lldepartfromNorthernVirginiabybusonFriday,September2at10a.m.,drivetoVirginiaBeach,andspendthenextthreedayspartyingatthenewlyrenovatedHowardJohnsonHotel,locateddirectlyacrossAtlanticAvenuefromtheocean,andlessthanablockawayfromthe5thStreetStage-themainvenuethroughouttheVirginiaBeachMusicFestival.Checkthewebsite:http://www.beachstreetusa.com/festivals/american-music-festival forupdatesonthisyear’slineup.Afterdaysofsun,nightsofmusic,lotsofgreatfood,andmorefunthanyouexpected,we’llgetbackonthebuslateMondayafternoon,September5,andreturntoourNorthernVirginiapointofdeparture.
Thepriceisperperson,basedondoubleoccupancy,andincludesbustransportation,snacksandbeveragesonthebus,lodgingfor3nights,andanSCWDC/FSCHappyHoureveryeveningatthehotel.
VIRGINIA BEACH LABOR DAY WEEKEND
RecreationADVENTURE - EXCITEMENT - CAMARADERIE!
That’swhatSCWDCmemberslookfor!Ifyouhaveanyideasfornewtripsorventuresthatwillenthuseourmembership,[email protected]. Makesureyougiveabriefoverview.
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Lunch in Shirlington RideDate & Time:Sundays,10a.m.year-roundLocation:ShirlingtonLibrary,4200CampbellAve.,ArlingtonLeader: C.RonaldTrueworthy,[email protected]/703-525-5197Wemeetyear-roundonSundaysat9:45a.m.(fora10a.m.departure)onthebrickplazainfrontoftheShirlingtonLibrary/SignatureTheatertoselectarestaurant,thenbikea16-milelooponthebiketrailsofArlington(theArlingtonLoop:travelingfirstonaportionoftheW&ODTrail,thentheCustisTrail,theMountVernonTrail,andtheFourMileRunTrail)withareststopatStarbuck’sinLyonVillage,andbriefpausesforregroupingasneeded.The3-4milesontheCustisTrailarehilly;therestoftherideisprettyflat(averagespeedonrideisabout10-12milesperhour;cuesheetavailable).Weshouldbebackbynoonforlunch.Thisisafriendly,socialride;newpeoplearewelcomeandwillsoonbepartoftheregulargroup.Itwouldbewisetobringahelmet,water,bikelock,moneyforlunch,andabicycleingoodrepairwithproperlyinflatedtires.Ifraining,icy,ortemperaturesbelow40degreesthisrideisanogo.
Recreation
JoinTripLeaderTammyVetterandotherfun-lovingmembersona1-weekdreamvacationtoClubMed’sfabulous4-starColumbusIsleresortintheBahamas.Theincrediblelowtrippriceof$1799(members)includesthefollowing:
• AirfareonAmericanAirlinesfromReaganNationaltoSanSalvador,viaMiami• Doubleaccommodationsingardenviewroomswithbalconyandprivatebath• FREE-Gourmetmealsin2separaterestaurantsoralessformalcaféorbar• FREE–Openbarwithpremiumbeer,wine,cocktails,andsoftdrinks• FREE–Nightlyentertainment• FREE–Tennisinstructiondrills,roundrobins,tournamentsonclaycourts• FREE–Windsurfing&fitnessinstruction,kayaking,sailing,snorkeling• FREE–Yoga,Zumba,aquafitness• Additionalcostsforprivatetennislessons,excursions,andspatreatments
Moreinformationavailableonthewebsitehttps://scwdc.wildapricot.org/event-2275607,[email protected].
CLUB MED ISLAND GETAWAYFebruary 4-11, 2017
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Recreation
SCWDCishappytoannouncethedetailsofthesummer2017VikingRiverCruiseuptheDanubeRiverfromBucharesttoBudapest,onatourcalledthe“PassageofEasternEurope”.Thisisafollow-uptothe2015VikingRhineGetawayfromAmsterdamtoBaselinJuneof2015.A$500depositcanholdyourspaceuntil30daysafteryouarebooked,whenthebalanceofthecruisemustbepaidinfull.Herearethepaymentdetails:Thefinalpaymentdependsonwhenthebookinghappens,whichisusuallyattheendofthesamemonthofdeposit.Thenthebalanceisdueattheendofthefollowingmonth.Nowontothetripdetails: Basic Trip:
• Departure June 19, 2017 in the evening; Non-stop air from IAD to Bucharest, arriving Tuesday morning in Bucharest; Air provided by Viking and transfers from airport to pier included.
• 11-day total cruise/tour with river-view stateroom in Cat. E (Standard-river level 150 sq. feet) or Cat. D (French Balcony 135 sq. feet) or Cat. B Veranda Balcony Stateroom. We currently have posted deposits for 5 cabins Cat. E, 6 cabins Cat. D and 2 cabins Cat. B.
• 1-night hotel lodging in Bucharest and 2 nights in Budapest as part of the land tour; 7 guided tours with audio headsets; optional tours available at an extra cost
• All meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners, featuring regional specialties and including Welcome Cocktail Reception & Dinner and Captain’s Farewell Dinner; breakfast and walking tour included at hotels
• Complimentary wine, beer, and soft drinks with onboard dinner and lunch service• Visit 1 UNESCO World Heritage site• Cultural Curriculum: Enjoy Serbian & Hungarian folkloric performances; learn about icons & orthodox
religion from a Bulgarian priest; attend lectures on Serbian current affairs, the myth of Dracula & the European Union; enjoy the authentic flavors of Eastern Europe, on shore and aboard
• All port charges• Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)• Day 1 Bucharest, Romania • Day 2 Bucharest, Romania • Day 3 Veliko Tarnovo & Arbanasi,
Bulgaria• Day 4 Vidin & Belogradchik,
Bulgaria• Day 5 Iron Gate, Serbia/Romania• Day 6 Belgrade, Serbia• Day 7 Osijek, Croatia• Day 8 Kalocsa, Hungary• Day 9 Budapest, Hungary• Day 10 Budapest, Hungary• Day 11 Budapest, Hungary• Mandatory Medical and Repatriation Insurance
Tenative Trip Prices:• Category E cabins – $3,839 (Optional Bucharest/Transylvania Pre-Extension – 3 nights – $799 pp)• Category D cabins – $4,539 (Optional Budapest Post-Extension – 2 nights – $549 pp)• Category B cabins – $5,309 (Optional Prague Post-Estension – 3 nights – $799 pp)
Viking River Cruise in 2017
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H���� HoursSeptember Happy Hour @ Alley Cat Date & Time:Thursday,September15,5-8p.m.Leader:BobSobun,703-503-3294 Location: AlleyCatRestaurantinLandmarkAreaofAlexandria(OldBennigan’s) 2SouthWhitingSt. Alexandria, VA 22304 703-461-0450–http://www.alleycatalexandria.com/ Directions:I-395,exitontoVA-236East(DukeStreettowardLandmark),firstrightonWalker,firstrightonStevenson,firstrighton Whiting, restaurant on the right.
October Happy Hour 7 Corners Pub Date & Time: Thursday,October20,5:30–8:30p.m. Leader: BobSobun,703-503-3294 Location & Directions: 7CornersPub(wasPublicHouseNo.7) 6315LeesburgPike(SevenCorners),FallsChurch,VA22044 703-942-6383–http://publichouseno7.com
Social
Snowisnotquitehereyetbuttherearethingsaplentytodointheweekstillthesnowarrives.Whatcombinesfood,dance,liveandsilentauctions,fabulousdoorprizes,andcasino-stylegames?Abenefitpartyandagoodtimeforagoodcause!Andachancetodressup!Guys,isthereatuxlurkinginyourcloset?GetitoutandbeJamesBondforanight.Gals,dresstowow!SCWDCispleasedonceagaintobeapartnerinthisyear’sbenefitevent,the19thAnnualRotaryMonteCarloNight.Theblack-tie-optionaleveningwillfeaturecasino-stylegamingwithprizes,liveandsilentauctions,food,doorprizes,dancing,andentertainment.Proceedsgotoworthycharities.When:Friday,November4,2016,6:30p.m.-11p.m.Where:FairviewParkMarriott,3111FairviewParkDrive,FallsChurch,VA22042Price:$85(AportionoftheproceedswillsupportRotaryInternational’sProgramtoeliminatePolio
worldwide).Priceincludesonefreedrink.UnlimitedInternationalBuffet.Freeparking.Register and purchasegalaticketsathttps://scwdc.wildapricot.org/event-2309217Dress:BlackTieOptionalfortheguys,FestiveCocktailforthegalsEvening’s Schedule:6:30to9:45p.m.-SilentAuction7to9p.m.-InternationalFood7:15to9:45p.m.-LiveEntertainment&DancingtoTheDominionJazzOrchestra8to9:30p.m.-FabulousFunandGaming:Blackjack,Roulette,Craps&TexasHold-emPoker.Winprizeswithyourwinnings!10p.m.-LiveAuction,includingonce-in-a-life-timetravelopportunities10:30p.m.-DoorPrizeDrawings(Mustbepresenttowin)
Monte Carlo Night Benefit Event(Be James Bond or a Bond Girl for the Evening, November 4, 2016, 6:30 p.m.)
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Social
Annual screening of Warren Miller Entertainment’s latest epic adventures. WarrenMillerandSkiClubofWashington,DC(SCWDC)presentsHere, There & Everywhere. It’sbeen67yearssinceski-filmpioneerWarrenMillerpickedupacameratocapturethewonder,theadventure,thehumor,andthebeautythatisskiing.Sincethattime,WarrenMillerfilmcrewshavetraveledtheglobe—fromstoriedslopestohidden,snow-coveredcorners—tocelebrateallthingssnowsports.Theirquesthastakenpowder-hungryfilmgoers,well,Here, There & Everywhere—andthisyearcontinuesthatlegacy.It starts with Here.Becausethat’swhateverysnowadventureisultimatelyabout:beingreallyhere—inthemoment.Inthis67thannualWarrenMillerfilm,hereisafreeskiadventurewithIngridBackstromandWendyFisherinCrestedButte.It’sapowderdaywiththeskipatrolforKaylinRichardson,MattElliott,andMarcusCastoninKickingHorse,B.C.Andit’severyotherstunninglocalethefilmtakesyou,fromthesteepsofSquawValleytothebigairatFenwayPark(yes,thatFenwayPark).ThefilmalsojourneysThere,thatplacewedreamaboutwheneverwe’renotinthemountains.ItsweepsacrosstheexpansesofAlaska,betweenthebackcountryyurtsofMontana’sGlacierCountry,anddowntheslopesofDeerValleyaswepayhomagetothegreatSteinEriksen.Itspursustowardadventure,towardtheundeniableturnswe’lltakethisyear,assoonasthesnowbeginstofall.Andbeforeweknowit,we’vebeen Everywhere—crossingGreenlandbydogsledwithRobKingwillandSethWescott,andfollowingJessMcMillanandGreteEliassenonaSwissholidayaboardtheGlacierExpress.Allalongtheway,WarrenMillerhimselfspinstalesasonlyWarrencando,remindingusthatthroughtheyears,WarrenMillerfilmshavetrulytakenaudiencesHere, There & Everywhere.GetyourHere, There & Everywhereticketsnowathttp://scwdc-wme2016.eventbrite.com.Ticketsare$12each.Discounted4-packsand6-packsofticketsarealsoavailable,sobringyourfamilyandfriendsandsave!ShowtimesonSunday,November13are12p.m.,3p.m.and6p.m.attheUSNavyMemorial–NavalHeritageCenter,701PennsylvaniaAve.NW,Washington,DC.
Continue(orstart)agreatfalltradition!JoinSCWDCandfellowsnowsportslovers,snowenthusiasts,andadrenalineseekersinthegreaterDCMetroareaforanexclusivescreeningofthismoviethatcapturesbreath-takingskiingandpanoramicsplendor.
Watchthemovieonaginormous46’x16’HighDefinitionscreenwithstate-of-the-art7.1digitalsurroundsound(largestHighDefinitionscreenintheDCregion)inanintimate250-seatmovietheater,fromaplush,tilt-backseatwithunobstructedview,instadium-styleseating.Withgoodiesforeveryticketholderandprizedrawingsateveryscreening,itistheperfectexcusetogettogetherwithyourskiingandridingbuddiestogetstokedfortheseasonahead.EnjoythefreeminiSkiandSnowboardExpobeforeorafterthemovieforwintersports,travel,sportswear,andequipmentexhibits.Beforeorafterthemovie,takeinthevibrantnightlife,restaurants,andmuseumsinthebustling Penn Quarter Entertainment District.Beveragesandsnacksareavailableforpurchaseatthetheater.ThetheaterisconvenientlylocatedjuststepsfromtheArchives-NavyMemorial-PennQuarterMetroStation.Ortakeadvantageofthenometerfeeforon-streetparkingonSundays.
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SailingFalldaysareshorterandcooler,butsailingconditionsareusuallygreat!We’llcontinuetosailonthePotomaceveryTuesdayafternoon/eveningandeveryotherSaturdaymorningthroughOctober.Andthere’sonemoresailontheChesapeakeBay.JoinusforaPotomacorBaysailbeforetheweathergetstoocold.There’saqualifiedskipperoneachboatsoyoucansailwhetheryouhaveexperienceornot,socomehavefun!
Potomac Sails
WesailonthePotomaceveryTuesdayafternoon/evening;sailsbeginearliermostweeksasthedaysgetshorter.WealsosaileveryotherSaturdaymorningfrom10a.m.tonoon.PotomacsailsleavefromBelleHavenMarina(www.saildc.com).BelleHavenislocatedontheGeorgeWashingtonParkwayjustsouthoftheWilsonBridge.[Note:ThisisNOTthemarinanexttoNationalAirport.]TurnofftheParkwayattheBelleHavenMarinasign and follow the road until you see the boatsandwater,thenpark.Thegroupmeetsoutdoors,atornearthepicnictablesbythemarina’sofficetrailer.
Noexperienceisnecessary.Wesailverystable,19’FlyingScots,eachofwhichhasanexperiencedskipperandoftenexperiencedcrew.Youcangoalongfortherideorenhanceyoursailinginstructionbyparticipatinginboathandling.Ourskippersarealsoexcellentteachersandwillprovideguidancetoallinterestedinlearning.Afterthesails,allhungrysailorsadjourntoalocalGreek/Americanrestaurant,Primo’s,whereweenjoylunchordinnerusuallyinthebackroom(separatecost).
Dressiscasualandbasedonthetemperature.Layeringissuggestedsinceit’softencooleronthewaterthanonland.Andoccasionallyyoumaygetsplashedsoit’sagoodideatohavedryclothesinyourcar,justincase.Thereisarestroomifyouneedtochangeclothesafterwork.Sunblock,water,hats,andcroakiestokeepyourglassesonyourheadarealsorecommended.
Reservationsarestronglyencouraged–andtheonlywaytoguaranteeaplaceonaboat.Wereservethenumberofboatsandconfirmourskippersbasedonthenumberofpeoplewhohavesignedup3daysinadvance.Toreserve,callthetripleaderlistedbelow,onthewebsite,orintheSki-o-Gram;thelatteroptionswillhaveupdatedinformationincasetherearechanges.Ifyougetamachine,leaveyourname,phonenumber,numberofpeopleinyourgroup,andthedateofthesail;pleaserepeatyournameandnumberslowlysowe’resurewehaveitcorrect.Unlessyouhearotherwise,youhaveareservationforthatdate.Plantobeatthemarinaatleast15minutesbeforethesailingtime.ThemarinaisverybusyonSaturdaymorningsandyoumayhavetowalkfromadistantparkinglotsoallowsufficienttime.Thetripleaderwillcollectmoney,assignpeopletoboats,andgeteveryoneonthewater.Exactchange,orchecksmadepayabletoBelleHavenMarina,areappreciated.
Ifyoucan’tmakeitatthelastminute,pleasecallthetripleader,leavingamessageifnecessary.Thatwaywecangiveyourspacetosomeoneonthewaitlist.Ifyouhavealastminutechancetosail,callthetripleaderorcomebytoseeifthere’sroom.Wecan’tguaranteeit,butwe’lltrytoaccommodateyouifpossible.
Iftheweatherisquestionable,callthemarinaat703-768-0018anhourbeforethescheduledsailingtimetoseeifthey’reallowingboatstogoout.Thewindcanbeverydifferentontheriverfromotherareas,sodon’tassumethere’stoomuchortoolittlewindtosail.Sometimeswecan’tmakeadecisionontheweatheruntilwegettothemarina.Ifyoucomeandwecan’tsail,we’llheadtoPrimo’searly.
Ifyouhaveexperienceasasmallboatsailorandwouldliketopossiblybeaskipper,pleasecontactBernieJoinerat 703-560-2203orchoosri@aol.comtoarrangeacheck-out.Hewillscheduleitduringoneofourregularsails.
ThescheduleforthePotomacsailsislistedbelow.Updatesontripleaderchanges,ifany,willbeonthewebsiteand intheSki-o-Gram.
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PotomacSails:
Every Tuesday Evening beginning earlier most weeks. Please arrive by 15 minutes prior to sailing time.September6,5:15–7:15–Leader:IreneStefanski703-887-2847September13,5:15–7:15–Leader:MaryMacaluso,571-212-5286September20,5:00–7:00-Leader:JaniceWindau,703-960-3339September27,5:00–7:00-Leader:EileenFarrell,703-379-6509October4,4:30–6:30–Leader:BillBarrick,703-549-9072(reservations),703-473-9170(after3pmondayofsail)October11,4:30–6:30–Leader:MaryMacaluso,571-212-5286October18,4:15–6:16–Leader:JaniceWindau,703-960-3339October25,4:00–6:00-LindaJoyWilson,202-213-3600Cost:$13members,$18guests
Every other Saturday morning from 10 – noon. Please arrive by 9:45.September10-Leader:AliceCarlson, 703-569-0623September24-Leader:PamelaBurdick, 301-509-4218October8,Leader:SallyShafor,703-960-3380October22,Leader:SallyShafor,703-960-3380October29,Leader:IreneStefanski, 703-887-2847Cost:$16members,$21guests
Chesapeake Bay Sails WehaveonemoreBaysailwithspaceavailable.Againthisyear,we’resailingwithCaptainLarryaboardCaribbean Magic, a44-footC&CbasedoutofPasadena,MD.Thisbeautifulboatisfullyequippedwithahead,icebox,andbiminitoprovideshadewhenit’shot.Bringyourlunchandsunblockandyou’rereadyforagreatday.Noexperienceisnecessary!CaptainLarrywillgladlysharehisextensiveknowledge.Youcantakethehelmandhelptrimthesails,orjustsunbatheonthebowifthat’syourpreference.Enjoytakingpicturesorpeeringthroughthebinoculars.AndasyousailoutofthePatapscoRiverontotheChesapeakeBay,youcanseetheFrancisScottKeyBridgeandthebuoymarkingthelocationofwhereKeypennedtheStarSpangledBanner.
Sailing
DATE LEADER PHONE NO. and EMAIL ADDRESSPAYMENT DEADLINE
Saturday,October15 EJAshbourne
1007MossHavenCourtAnnapolis,MD21403
September24
BAY SAILS
Time:9:30a.m.to4:30p.m.Optionaldinnerafterwardsatseparatecost.Cost:$71formembersand$78forguests.
WeMUSThavepaymentsforatleast4people16dayspriortoeachBaysailoritWILLbecancelled.ChecksshouldbemadepayabletoSCWDC.Pleaseincludeyourphonenumber,includingacellphoneifavailableforthedayofthesail,andyouremailaddress.InformationaboutpayingviaEventBriteisavailableontheClubwebsiteforeachsail.Approximatelyaweekbeforethesail,thetripleaderwillemaildirectionsandinformationyouneedforthetrip.FormoreinformationontheSCWDCsailingprogram,pleasecontactPattyHagan,[email protected].
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TennisTuesdayTenniscontinuesatWakefieldParkundertheLeadershipofBobRichey.Hereports12-14attendees,withthecostat$2/$3dependingonthenumberofparticipants.TuesdayTenniswillcontinuethroughtheFallasweatherpermits.
SundayInstructionaltennishasfilleditscourtsforthe2016-2017season.However,TammyVetterandJayneLynchareseekingtoupdatetheirsubstitutelist.Pleasecontactthemifyouwouldliketoaddordeleteyournamefromtheircurrentlist.
Indoor Tennis Parties (Best Deal In Town)
Thetennisprogramhasfoundonlyafewpartyleadersforthefirsthalfoftheyear,sopleasecontactCaseyorJackTarr,chairsof the program, if you are interested in leading one.
Who is eligible to attend?Partiesareforadultsover21yearsofagewhoareexperiencedintermediateplayers(NTRP3.0to4.5orhigher).Ifyouarenotsureofyournumericalrating,pleasereviewtheUSTA’sNationalTennisRatingProgram(NTRP)guidelines’NationalTennisRatingProgram.pdf(todiscussyourlevel,contactJackTarr([email protected]).Attendanceistypicallyamixofactivesinglesandcouplesfromtheirlate20’sto60’s.Partiesaverage64playerseachweek.butsomehaveupto80inattendance.Male/femalesplitiscloseto50/50ateachparty.Newcomersandnon-SCWDCmembersarewelcome.Non-playersarealsowelcome,justpay$10atthedoorandyoucaneat,drink,andsocialize.
Where & when are the parties held? MosttennispartiesareheldatFairfaxRacquetClubinVirginia.OnepartyisheldatGeorgetownPrepTennisClubinMaryland.Check-inbeginsat6:15p.m.,andscheduledtennisplayisfrom7p.m.to11p.m.Pleaseallowfortrafficdelaystoensurearrivalontime.Ifyouarriveafter7:30p.m.youmaybereplacedbyastandby,andwillforfeittheentirepartycost.Youcanregisterforeachpartyinadvance,andpayonline.SCWDCmemberspay$20,non-memberspay$25.
Sat,September19 FairfaxRacquetClub Leaders:ColleenandPaulBilowus 10319WoodRd Fairfax,VA22030 703-273-7853 [email protected] Sat,October1 FairfaxRacquetClub Leader:MikeFavole/asst.ElissaElan 15418CedarhurstCt. Centreville,VA20120 703-815-2977 [email protected]
Sat,October15 FairfaxRacquetClub Leader:RebeccaSekse/asst.PatGreason 6400DivineSt. McLean,VA22101 703-901-1511 [email protected]
Sat,October22 FairfaxRacquetClub Leader:PatGreason/asst.RebeccaSekse4133MapleAve Fairfax,[email protected]
Team SportsWednesday Night Golf at Jefferson District ParkDate and Time: Teetimeswillbeapproximately5:30to6p.m.Seeourwebsitefordetails.Leader: GeoffreyPennoyer,202-702-6044/ [email protected]: JeffersonDistrictPark,7900LeeHighway,FallsChurchVA22042,703-573-0443.Cost: $18fornineholes.Payatthecourse.Tuesday Evening Spring and Summer SoftballDate and Time: Tuesdaysat6p.m.Leader: BillWilkinson,703-861-1171/[email protected]: RoundtreeParkinAnnandale,VirginiaCost: $2.00forfieldplussoftballsandwhateveryoupayforbeerandpizza.EmailBillsohecanputyouonthesoftballemaillist.
Tuesday Night Golf in Maryland Date and Time:Teetimeswillstarteachweekat5:30p.m.Seeourwebsitefordetails. Cost:$15 Leader:[email protected] (571)344-0415 ContactPetetogetyouremailaddressontheemaillist. Location:Wewillbeplayingthenine-holeexecutivecourseatNeedwoodinRockville,MD301-948-1075
Fall Golf Outing Luray, VA Date:October21–23 Cost:Golfers$290,Non-Golfers$115(non-membersadd$25) Leader:PeteCampbell703-532-7776(day)[email protected]
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SKI CLUB OF WASHINGTON, D.C.
5309 LEE HIGHWAY
ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA 22207
Hiking
Team SportsLocation and Directions:LurayCavernsMotel,Luray,VA 1001Highway211East,Luray,VA22835 I-66WesttoGainesville,US29SouthtoWarrenton, US211WesttoLurayCaverns (45minutesfromWarrenton,90minutesfromCapitalBeltway) PriceincludesbreakfastanddinnerplusthreeroundsofgolfattheCavernsCountryClubResort.
ForNon-Golfers-aweekendgetaway:TheShenandoahValleyandShenandoahNationalPark.OurMotelisacross211fromtheLurayCaverns.There’salsoplentyofantiquingandotherhistoricalsitestosee.Tosignup,sendcheckpayabletoSCWDCto:PeteCampbell 2513NKenilworthSt. Arlington,VA22207
West Virginia Columbus Day Weekend Hiking Trip Date and Time:October7–10,2016attheBlackwaterFallsStateParkLodgeLeader:BobPickett240-457-0352/[email protected] Distance and Difficulty:HikingoptionstobediscussedattheLodge.Information:WestVirginiamountainssupporteduntouchedvirginforestsuntilahundredyearsago.Thesesamelandsnowsupportmatureforestsandnumeroustrailsthatoftenfollowformerloggingroadsprovidingeasyhikingandaccesstoremoteregionsfullofnaturalbeauty.Ourhomeforthreedays,theBlackwaterFallsStateParkLodge(www.blackwaterfalls.com)allowscomfortableaccommodationsandgoodmeals,whileprovidingabeautifulwoodedlocationwithintheMonongahelaNationalForest.Joinusondailyhikesandlearnmoreaboutthehistoryofthelumber,mining,andcokingindustriesasweexplorerelicsoftheseformeractivities.ParticipantswillbegivenchoicesofhikesforSaturday,Sunday,andMondaymorning(half-day).BobPickettwillleaddailyhikesofabout8miles,helpingparticipantslearnmoreaboutboththeculturalandnaturalhistoryofthisuniqueregion.ParticipantsmaychoosetododifferenthikesorrelaxattheLodge.Directions:ParticipantswilldrivetotheLodge,approximatelythreehoursfromthebeltway.TakeI-66WtoI-81SnearStrasburgVA.FollowI-81SashortdistancetotheexitforRt.55WtoWardensville,WV.The‘almostcompleted’US48(knowntomostasCorridorH),takesdriversfromWardensvilletoDavis,WV.AfterturningleftontoRte32towardsDavis,theBlackwaterFallsStateParkistotherightoftheMarathonstationjustbeforeenteringthetownofDavis.FollowsignstotheLodge.Costs:Pricingis$180/ppfordoubleoccupancy,$320/ppforsingleoccupancy.Thisincludesathree-nightminimum.Non-SCWDCmembersadda$40guestfee.Mealsarepurchasedindividuallybytheparticipants.Food:MealscanbetakenattheLodgecafeteria.LunchescanbepurchasedbyparticipantsinthegrocerystoreinDavisoryoucanbringyourown.Dinnerswillbeattheparticipant’schoiceandexpense.NumerousnicerestaurantsarelocatedinDavis(SiriannisandHellbenderBurritosarefavorites).
