From: Austin Skiers admin@austinskiers.orgSubject: "SKI NEWS" - January 2018

Date: January 2, 2018 at 3:14 PMTo: communications@austinskiers.org

"Ski News"January 2018

Greetings !

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Message from the President of Austin Skiers

Happy New Year Austin Skiers! It is hard to believeanother year has passed and we have our first ski trip (BigSky, MT) in less than a week away. Thank you to all thevolunteers who made 2017 a huge success. If you arewatching the snow fall reports (onthesnow.com) thenyou've noticed the slopes in Colorado and Montana arelooking great. In 2018, our not for profit social club willachieve 48 years of service due in part from thecommitment and great spirit of our members and

commitment and great spirit of our members andvolunteers. Yes, that means you! Thank you for yourcontinued support as a member. I wish you all goodhealth, happiness and plenty of powder to ski or ride inthe New Year! Be safe and enjoy! Jackie

Jackie Bayly, President president@austinskiers.org __________________________________

The Executive Committee of Austin Skiers sends it's best wishes that

everyone have a Safe & Happy Holiday Season! We want the thank all those

who members and guests who attended the Annual 2017 Holiday Party held

on Sunday, December 10 at Riverplace Country Club.

Photos of the Holiday Party were taken courtesy of resident professional

photographer Vicki Leonardo. In addition to the pics included in the

newsletter you can see a slide show of the event on her Google Drive and the

Austin Skiers Facebook page. Please visit & "Like" us at

www.facebook.com/austinskiers.

A little bit about our photographer. Vicki became a professional

photographer in 2012. Her work has been published in a

children's cook book by local author Barbara Beery. This year

Vicki was named Distinguished Photographer of the Year by the

Austin Professional Photographer's Association.

Vicki offers family portrait work and specializes in individual

portraits. Her boudoir photography offers clients an elegant yet

provocative portfolio. See a wide variety of Vicki's work on her

website at www.davinciimages.com. Don't look for wedding

photos; Vicki doesn't offer them and instead prefers less stressful

photo sessions.

Elisabeth Poigin, VP Programs, programs@austinskiers.org

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Message from VP of Trips

Our club still has room on some of our trips but we encourage you to act quickly. We

are at the time when we need to reduce remaining space to avoid penalties to our club.

Please take time to review our trip policies, which include cancellation information.

Trip Line-Up for 2018

Club Trip: Big Sky, MT

Jan 6-13, 2018

Taking Waiting List to fill one 3-bedroom condo

TSC Traditional: Steamboat, CO

Jan 13-20, 2018

Full - taking waiting list

Club Trip: Jackson Hole, WY

Jan 20-27, 2018

Taking Waiting List to fill one 2-bedroom condo

Club Trip: Breckenridge, CO

Jan 27-Feb 3, 2018

Full - taking waiting list

Full trip: $1205/Ground $1065

Full - taking waiting list

TSC Winter Expedition: Cortina, Italy

Jan 26-Feb 3, 2018

(Note: Fly out 26th arrive 27th)

Full - taking waiting list - Contact Trip Chair

Club Trip: Vail, CO

Feb 3-10, 2018

Opening for two couples or two Single Supplements

TSC Winter Shootout:

Beaver Creek, CO

Feb 10-17, 2018

Full - taking waiting list to fill one single female

Club Trip: Snowmass, CO

Feb 17-24, 2018

Full - taking waiting list

TSC Final Showdown: Park City, UT

Feb 24-Mar 3, 2018

Full - taking waiting list

Club Trip Spring Break: Winter Park, CO

Mar 10-17, 2018

Taking waiting list to fill one or more 2-bedroom condos

Austin Skiers/Los Amigos Trip:

Croatia - Bike and Boat

Sep 13-27, 2018

Second Boat! Melody

There are still spots available - so Register for the Fabulous Trip!

There are still spots available - so Register for the Fabulous Trip!

TSC Summer Expedition:

Patagonia, South America

Oct 2018 (Dates TBD)

Approximate: Full trip: $4000/Ground $2200; Excursions extra cost

Various Hotels

Brian Lawrence, VP of Trips trips@austinskiers.org

We encourage our members going on our trips to consider trip insurance for those

unexpected emergencies before or during your trip. Here is a link for more

info: http://www.austinskiers.org/TripInsurance

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Proudly partnering with the

Texas Ski Council (TSC).

Visit Texas Ski Council for more information.

TSC Newsletter

The Texas Ski Council is a member of the National Ski

Council Federation. Which means Austin Skiers are

members and have some great benefits. Please check them out and

register at National Ski Council Federation.

Proud sponsor of Austin Skiers is Sun & Ski

Sports. We appreciate their sponsorship for the

past 25 years! Austin Skiers enjoy a 15%

discount on many items in the store. Please remember to let their staff

know that Austin Skiers enjoy a 15% discount on many items in the store.

Check out their ski/snowboard bundles - goggles, ski poles, boot bags

and snow apparel! Follow them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and

other social media sites listed on their website.

Carter Rowles, Director, director@austinskiers.org

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Happy Hour Socials/Events

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January Happy Hour in North Austin

forAustin Skiers

Thursday 1/4/2018from

4:00 - 6:00Great Hills Location

10201 Jollyville Road,Austin, TX 78759

Phone (512) 345-1042

MAP

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January Happy Hour in South Austin

forAustin Skiers

DECKHAND

Oyster Bar & Seafood

Message from the Membership/Communications Chair

Gary's Tidbits.....

In the last issue I focused on Big Sky and Steamboat. The next 3 trips are to Jackson Hole(Jan 20-27), WY, Breckenridge, CO (Jan 27-Feb 3) and Cortina, Italy (Jan 26-Feb 3). Clickhere to obtain the latest snow reports for Jackson Hole, Breckenridge and Cortina, Italy.

One of the most important things to having fun while skiing is staying warm and of coursebeing safe. In the Winter Guide put out by "Ski" Magazine, they provide their best advice onhow to stay warm. Check out the guide - it's 24 pages that might be of some help prior tohitting the slopes.

I don't know how many of you have created your own checklist to make sure you don't forgetanything. I thought it might be helpful for all to have a basic checklist - so as you pack yoursuitcase and duffel bags you can check them off your list. There may be unique items that youmight want to add, but here's one that at least can get you started.

We look forward to another GREAT year of providing travel and social opportunities foryou and your family to enjoy!

Oyster Bar & Seafood

4-6 pm

4211 S. Lamar Blvd., Ste. C-1

Austin, TX 78704MAP

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Holly Ice, VP Special Activities, activities@austinskiers.org

Click here to renew your membership.

Like us at http://www.facebook.com/austinskiers

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Purchase your own exclusive Austin Skiers logo garment from Land's End! Show yourpride of being a member of such a fun club to your friends and family!

Click HERE for ordering instructions

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Gary Armstrong, VP Communications, communications@austinskiers.org

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