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  • May 01, 2023 11:11 AM | Anonymous

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    A Word From Our President


    Hello Skiers, Snowboarders, Hikers, and Mountain Bikers!

    April showers bring May flowers, and we have certainly seen our share of rain! Thank you to everyone who voted in our club officer elections and to all our officers who are returning for another year! We closed out April with the Queen's Cup Steeplechase and the Crescent Ski Council Convention at Myrtle Beach. 

    We hope you can attend our next Club Meeting at Sugar Creek Brewery on Wednesday, May 10th. It’s the last monthly meeting until September, but we have plenty of summer activities planned. Scroll through our events below and check out CltSnow.com to see what’s going on. Registration is already open for our Annual Whitewater Rafting Trip at ACE Adventure Resorts. 

    Jace, our Trip Chair, has been busy planning next season’s ski trips and will share more details at the May Meeting. Be sure to renew your club membership by June 1st so you can sign up early for trips. If you joined or renewed your membership in April (or May), it will carry over to the new season. 

    I hope to see many of you at our events and activities over the next few months and wish everyone a great summer! Please spread the word about our club and share the newsletter with your friends and family, too!

    ~ Tom Grayson, Club President



    Happy Hour & Club Meeting

    Wednesday, May 10th



    Meet us at the bar at Sugar Creek Brewing around 5:30 pm for drinks. We'll head to the event room at 6:30 pm for our club meeting.

    Enjoy light appetizers and a cash bar while we chat about our upcoming events, August whitewater rafting trip, and 2023-2024 ski trips. You can make some plans to hike or bike with other members, too!

    Park in the paid lot, but come inside to grab one of our prepaid parking passes to put on your dash. Or there are signs in the bar area with a QR code to register your vehicle with free parking as a brewery patron. 






    Mountain Biking Thursdays
    May 11th-September 28th


    Have fun and enjoy a mountain biking workout at the Whitewater Center. All levels welcome! We'll ride the trails every Thursday (weather permitting) beginning May 11th through September for about 90 minutes. You can also join us for a beer after the ride.




    Lake Norman Brewery
    Friday, May 19th


    Love live music? Come hang out with us at Lake Norman Brewery and enjoy rock covers from the 60s and beyond! You're welcome to bring your own food or order from the Sandwich Express food truck. 





    Kayaking & Spider Lilies

    Saturday, June 3rd


    Join us for a beautiful kayaking experience through the largest colony of Rocky Shoals Spider Lilies at Landsford Canal State Park in Catawba, South Carolina! We'll enjoy a leisurely paddle and stop for lunch on the banks.




    Whitewater Center River Jam

    Friday, June 9th


    Join us for an evening of outdoor live music at the Whitewater Center River Jam! You'll experience a mix of folk and traditional world music from the Asheville band, Life Like Water. 




    Whitewater Rafting Trip
    August 4th-6th


    Join us for a weekend of whitewater rafting fun at ACE Adventure Resort in West Virginia! We have space for 28 people on this river adventure. Your $345 trip fee includes rafting, lodging in a cozy log cabin, a Friday night welcome party, Saturday riverside lunch, and Saturday night cookout.





    Volunteers Needed for Our Social,
    Events, and Trip Committees

    We love hosting events and trips that bring our members together. With your assistance as a committee volunteer, we could organize even more adventures. Interested in learning more and helping out? Email Tom at tom@tomgrayson.com for more information on our social and events committees. Contact Jace at jgates@certapro.com for information on our trip committee.



    Ikon and Epic Season Passes

    Ski and snowboard all season with the best prices on Ikon and Epic season passes as a Charlotte Ski & Snowboard Club Member!




    2023 & 2024 Ski Trips

    Get excited for our 2024 Club Ski Trips! Registration opens June 1st. 

    Telluride (Jan 20-27, 2024) - Epic Pass Resort
    Aspen Snowmass (Feb 3-10, 2024) - Ikon Pass Resort

    Beaver Creek/Vail (Feb 24-Mar 2, 2024) - Epic Pass Resort
    Heavenly in South Lake Tahoe (Mar 16-23, 2024) - Epic Pass Resort


    Registration for 2023 and 2024 Crescent Ski Club Trips opens June 15th.

    Steamboat Ski Improvement Camp (Dec 2-9, 2023) - Ikon Pass Resort
    Taos Ski Week (Jan 13-20, 2024) - Ikon Pass Resort



      Race With Us Next Season


      Enjoy friendly competition? Consider racing with us in the Crescent Ski Council Racing Series against our 18 sister clubs next season. We welcome all ages and experience levels, including new skiers and snowboarders. 


      Have other questions about our race team? Email our Race Director, Greg Brentrup at greg.brentrup@gmail.com or contact our Assistant Race Director, John Gardner at jrgart49@gmail.com. They'd love to hear from you!

      • April 03, 2023 11:51 AM | Anonymous

        Spring has sprung. Hope all are well after these serious spring storms. We even had a tornado warning at our home last night. All is good and we are back to sunshine and blue skies today.

        We are looking forward to our CSC Convention and time at the beach! Jodi Stephens, Michelle Shuford, and others are down to final details. Please thank them for all the hard work when you see them. They have brought back the Table Decorating Content for Saturday night's party, theme Woodstock. Get out those beads and fringes. We are asking all attendees to please print your own schedules to put in your neck wallets.

        The board meeting will feature review of the proposed FY2023-2024 CSC Budget. Ellen Cortright has put together a great process for us to follow, thanks Ellen. This was sent out with board document earlier. Please take the time to review and have your questions ready beforehand.

        We will also have our annual Officer Elections. At this time, we still do not have nominees for Vice President and Treasurer. It is so important to have these positions filled, so again, remain on the hunt for new people and volunteer to step up and be a part of our ExComm Leadership Team. CSC is in very good shape financially,  has made progress in updating Policies and Procedures (plus making them available to you), and has the big Club Express project implemented.

        I kindly ask that we respect others in the Board meeting (and always), be prepared for meetings over the weekend, and above all, have fun and enjoy each other's company.

        Click here to download the April CSC Newsletter


        Thank you for your service to CSC and see you soon,

        Mary Ann Koltowich
        CSC President

      • April 01, 2023 10:05 AM | Anonymous

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        A Word From Our President


        Hello Skiers, Snowboarders, Hikers, and Mountain Bikers!

        Our Western trips ended with a bang with our Banff, Alberta BC trip returning on March 18th. Be sure to check out the beautiful pictures on our Facebook page. It has been an incredible season with record snowfall, and it’s still snowing! Many Western resorts have extended their seasons, so there’s still time to sneak in another trip—especially if you have an Ikon or Epic Season Pass! Join our Facebook and Meetup groups if you plan a trip and want other members to join you.

        Our next club meeting is an important one since we're holding club officer elections. We need a quorum to finalize the vote, so please try your best to make it on April 12th. We hope to see you at the meeting and our other April activities!  

        ~ Tom Grayson, Club President





        Happy Hour & Club Meeting

        Wednesday, April 12th



        Meet us at the bar at Sugar Creek Brewing at 5:30 pm for drinks before we start our club meeting in the event room at 6:30 pm. There will be a cash bar and light appetizers.

        We're holding Club Officer Elections and need members to vote so we meet quorum, so please attend if you can! Trip leaders will recap our 2023 trips and give an early preview of trips to ACE Resorts for whitewater rafting, Aspen Snowmass, Beaver Creek/Vail, and Heavenly in South Lake Tahoe. We’ll discuss our April 29th Queen’s Cup event, and it’s the perfect opportunity to make some hiking or mountain biking plans, too!

        You’ll need to park in the paid lot, but come inside to grab one of our prepaid parking passes to put on your dash. Or there are signs in the bar area with a QR code to register your vehicle with free parking as a brewery patron.

         





        Enjoy the Queen’s Cup With Us

        We're excited to watch the Queen’s Cup with one of the best views at the track! Spots at our Heart Break Hill VIP tent are sold out, but you can register for the waitlist in case people cancel.





        Ikon and Epic Season Passes

        Get the best prices on Ikon and Epic season passes as a Charlotte Ski & Snowboard Club Member so you can ski or snowboard all season!





        2023-2024 Ski Trips

        Stay tuned for more details on our 2024 Club Ski Trips! We’re planning three so far and more are being considered. Registration opens June 1st. 

        Aspen Snowmass (Feb 3-10, 2024) - Ikon Full Pass or Base Plus (restrictions)
        Beaver Creek/Vail (Feb 24-Mar 2, 2024) - Epic Pass or Epic Local Pass (restrictions)

        Heavenly in South Lake Tahoe (Mar 16-23, 2024) - Epic Pass or Epic Local Pass (restrictions)


          Registration for 2023 and 2024 Crescent Ski Club Trips opens June 15th.

          Steamboat Ski Improvement Camp (Dec 2-9, 2023) - Ikon Full Pass or Base Plus (restrictions)
          Taos Ski Week (Jan 13-20, 2024) - Ikon Full Pass or Base Plus (restrictions)



            Interested in Serving on the Board or Volunteering for a Committee?

            All of our current officers are running for another term with the new season beginning June 1st, but you’re welcome to run for a position, too. Nominations of current members (in good standing) for club officer positions are due by April 5th to Mary Christianson at mary@christiansondesign.com. We cannot accept write-in candidates during voting at our club meeting on April 12th.

            We still need members to serve on our Social Committee, Events Committee, and Trips Committee. Email Tom at tom@tomgrayson.com for more information on our social and events committees. Contact Jace at jgates@certapro.com if you’re interested in helping out with trips.




            Whitewater Film Series

            The Whitewater Center is hosting an outdoor film series in April. These aren’t club hosted events, but we're passing along the details in case you’re interested in attending on your own.

          • March 29, 2023 2:44 PM | Anonymous


            Discounted Ikon and Epic Season Passes Available

            Get the best prices on Ikon and Epic season passes as a Charlotte Ski & Snowboard Club Member so you can ski or snowboard all season!



          • March 08, 2023 2:05 PM | Anonymous

            Winter is almost behind us with Spring right around the corner. That means we will be seeing many of you soon at our 2023 Spring Convention in Myrtle Beach! It will be a great time! 

            Crescent still needs for individuals to please consider being a candidate for both our Vice President's and Treasurer's positions. Crescent has a lot to offer, and this is a great learning opportunity. If you want a say in how Crescent is operated, just join us. 

            Please review the President's Update for March 2023. Lots of news here! 

             

            Thanks to all of you,

            Mary Anne Koltowich

            CSC President


          • March 01, 2023 10:21 AM | Anonymous

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            A Word From Our President

            Hello Skiers, Snowboarders, Hikers, and Mountain Bikers!

            February was a busy month with trips! We had the best conditions at Winter Park and Steamboat in a decade, and Snowshoe was a beautiful bluebird weekend. I came down sick after Steamboat, so Jace Gates took over my duties as a trip leader for Snowshoe. Our Palisades Tahoe trip left on Sunday with 55 members and we expect lots of snow!

            The final trip of the season will be to Banff, Alberta (March 11-18) with 88 members. Jace had a few last-minute cancellations so email jgates@certapro.com if you’re interested in going! 

            We have 5 people going to Myrtle Beach at the end of April to represent our club at the Crescent Ski Council Spring Convention. Our social and events committees are planning events including the Queen's Cup Steeplechase Race on April 29th and whitewater rafting in West Virginia. Stay tuned for updates as space will be limited and registrations fill up fast!

            So long for now and if you’re planning a personal ski trip to the Western Resorts, I’d love to hear about it!  

            ~ Tom Grayson, Club President

            Après Ski Party in Steamboat at Routties! Lots of smiling faces!




            Happy Hour & Club Meeting

            Wednesday, March 8th



            Meet us at the bar for a 5:30 PM Happy Hour at Sugar Creek Brewing on Wednesday, March 8th!
            We'll head to the
             event room for our Club Meeting at 6:30 PM. 

            Come find out about our 2024 Winter Trips planned to Aspen Snowmass, Beaver Creek (Vail), and Heavenly (South Lake Tahoe).
            Trip reservations start June 1st and will sell out fast! 

            And as always, there will be light appetizers and a cash bar.





            4 Spots Left for Our Banff Trip
             


            Epic Banff skiing awaits you!
            Here's your chance to ski Canada's Glacier National Park — Lake Louise, Sunshine, and Norquay.

            Grab one of the four spots left for our March 11-18th trip.
            We have openings for a single male, one female, and one couple (or two singles who'd like to room together).

            Contact Jace at 704-609-2379 or email jgates@certapro.com for more information.






            Join Us at the Queen's Cup

             



            Come watch the Queen's Cup with us on Saturday, April 29th! 
            Our tent at Heart Break Hill has one of the best views at the track. 

            Your $125 registration fee covers food, beer, wine, select cocktails, water, and VIP seating.
            It's sure to be an exciting day, so don't miss out!





            Interested in Volunteering?

            Officer elections will be held in April, so we're accepting nominations from membership (per club bylaws) for the position of President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. All incumbents are expected to run for another term. If you're interested in running for a position, please contact Mary Christianson at 734-761-5734 or email mary@christiansondesign.com.  

            We also need members to serve on our Social Committee, Events Committee, and Trips Committee. Email Tom at tom@tomgrayson.com for more information on our social and events committees. Contact Jace at jgates@certapro.com if you're interested in helping out with trips. 



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          • February 01, 2023 11:00 AM | Anonymous

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            A Word From Our President

            Hello Skiers, Snowboarders, Hikers, and Mountain Bikers!

            January was a busy month with our Sugar Ski Day, Sugar Race Weekend, Club Meeting & Swap Shop, Jackson Hole Trip, and Appalachian Race Weekend. Our Winter Park Trip departed January 28th, and snow returned to the North Carolina and West Virginia Resorts! 

            Our Steamboat Trip departs Saturday with 110 people, making it our largest trip of the season! We're excited for our Snowshoe Mountain Trip over Presidents' Day Weekend and some race team action at Beech Mountain and Sugar. Our Palisades Tahoe Trip departs February 26th to Reno and Lake Tahoe paradise. 

            Our Club Meeting is Wednesday, February 15th and will be dedicated to local resort day trips. There are more event, trip, and race details below or visit CltSnow.com for the latest news! See you at our Club Meeting on the 15th!

            ~ Tom Grayson, Club President



            Happy Hour & Club Meeting
            Wednesday, February 15th


            Meet us at the bar for a 5:30 PM Happy Hour at Sugar Creek Brewing on Wednesday, February 15th! We'll head to the event room for our Club Meeting at 6:30 PM. 

            What's on the agenda? We'll socialize and chat about our upcoming trips and races. Come meet other people interested in going to Sugar, Beech, Appalachian, and Winterplace this season. It's the perfect opportunity to make some carpool friends because you never know when it's going to snow and make a great ski day! 

            And of course, there will be light appetizers, a cash bar, and door prizes!



            Sugar Mountain Day Trip

            Ski or ride with us for the day at Sugar on Sunday, February 26th!

            This North Carolina resort near Banner Elk offers 20 trails with beginner greens to a double black with a 48-degree pitch.

            Let's shred some hills and cheer for our racers during the Crescent Ski Council Race!




            Upcoming Western & Regional Trips

            Lodging packages for all of our 2023 trips are officially sold old!

            Still want to join us on the slopes? Book your own lodging and enjoy the rest of our trip benefits OR sign up for our waitlist. Either way, you'll need to register online and pay a non-lodging trip fee. 

            Click the images below for more details.




            Crescent Ski Council Spring Convention

            Kingston Plantation
            Myrtle Beach, SC
            April 27-30

            Two parties, Beach Olympics, and beautiful ocean views should make for a fun long weekend with members of other ski clubs.

            There's only two weeks left to register, so be sure to secure your spot by February 13th!



            Come Race With Us!

            We'd love for you to participate in the last two races of the Crescent Ski Council Racing Series.  

            Racer and non-racer registration opens two weeks before each race. All ages and experience levels are welcome! 


            Racing Schedule

            February 11-12, 2023
            Beech Mountain, NC

            February 25-26, 2023
            Sugar Mountain, NC





            Nominating Committee Volunteers Needed

            Most of our club officers have graciously offered to continue their roles for another year but we need volunteers to serve on the nominating committee. If you can help out, please contact Mary Christianson at 734-761-5734 or mary@christiansondesign.com by February 15th.  



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          • January 04, 2023 9:23 AM | Anonymous


            PRESIDENT’S UPDATE JANUARY 2023
            Mary Anne Koltowich

            First, our family so much enjoyed the Crescent Steamboat Springs trip. on the ground, we found fresh snow several days for great skiing every up to Thunder head lodge for our Tuesday night BBQ Western dinner and dance good snow already The gondola ride gave us amazing views of the town and landscapes below. The week was capped off with a prime rib/salmon dinner for our Crescent group at the Steamboat Grand. We were all honored to have Billy Kidd talk to us about skiing and Steamboat. Billy became one of the first men to medal alpine skiing in the 1962or of Skiing. Winter Olympics in 1964. He was a member of the U.S. Ski Team from in 1970, later winning the gold medal in the combined at the 1970 World Championships. Billy moved to Steamboat Springs in 1970 and still serves as the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp. Direct Racing awards were handed out, along with many door prizes.

            Lots of Crescent thanks go to Cathy Mulgrew, Steamboat Trip Coordinator; Lisa Beregi, Crescent Trips Director; and Sara Clemons, President, Sports America Tours , and Larry Young, Steamboat Resorts . There were others be hind the scenes helping with our activities and events, so thanks also to Frances Edwards, Rich Mead, Paul Dobson, and Ron Scott. bumps, bruises, and sprains hope all of you are recovering.

            It was a truly wonderful and memorable week enjoying the winter magic of Steamboat! 


            Special note: We are looking to fill some CSC Positions: (CSC Secretary, CSC Treasurer, and CSC Vice President). Frances Edwards (ETMM) has been approved by our Board to fulfill this position until a permanent individual can be found. Much thanks to Frances! Also Ellen Cortright, after long consideration, has decided to step down as our Treasurer upon the end of the current term next June. So we need to find nominees for this position for elections in April 2023. We really need your help, so please consider serving and making some new friends.

            Another special note: Michelle will not be seeking re-election as VP in the Spring of 2023. She cited that she gave some hard thought into whether she want to eventually seek election as President and has decided that is not her goal at this time. She does not want to occupy the position as she feels it is a training position for the eventual running for the Presidency. I know there are a number of you out there that would really make a good VP for Crescent, so please let me know if you are interested.

            National Ski Club Federation News: Check out the end of this newsletter for recent NSCF news. Thought it might be easier to include it here instead of sending out multiple emails this month.


            VICE PRESIDENT (Michelle Shuford)

            It was great seeing everybody at Fall Conference! I have continued to assist with the transition of Conventions to Jodie Stephens. But other than that, not much else is going on, so this position is fairly easy. So I would like to encourage anyone that is interested in Crescent to run for Vice President in the Spring. I'm looking forward to seeing many of you on the Jackson Hole trip. Until then think snowy thoughts!

            It was great seeing everybody at Fall Conference! I have continued to assist with the transition of Conventions to Jodie Stephens. But other than that, not much else is going on, so this position is fairly easy. So I would like to encourage anyone that is interested in Crescent to run for Vice President in the Spring. I'm looking forward to seeing many of you on the Jackson Hole trip. Until then think snowy thoughts!


            TREASURER (Ellen Cortright)

            I have decided to close my tenure term as Treasurer of Crescent Ski Council upon the end of the current term. It is not a decision I made easily. Please begin a search for a new Treasurer for the election in April. I will complete any and all Treasurer duties until June 1, but I will be available during the transition as much as I can.

            It is time for me to pursue alternate volunteer options, and to begin embracing retirement and start opening the doors to our list of opportunities. We will continue to be involved with the organization.

            One of the most difficult requirements of the Treasurer position is to locate a volunteer to review the books at the end of each fiscal year. I am happy to fill that role, if needed, once the final year for which I was responsible has been reviewed.


            CONVENTIONS (Jodi Stevens)

            2023 CSC Spring Convention: Dates are April 27-30, 2023. All lodging is at Brighton Towers at Kingston Plantation in Myrtle Beach. Each club needs to have ONE Rooming coordinator with whom your members communicate. Make sure to get your Club’s form in ASAP. Registration forms should be sent to me, Jodi Stephens, 18 St. James Square, Huntsville, AL 35801. The Club Registration Form, Rooming list, and Lodging Information Form are posted on Crescent’s website. Please send questions to me also (jstephens0613@yahoo.com) with the subject line CSC Spring Convention (so I can recognize the importance).

            The theme is WOODSTOCK so pull out those old bell bottoms, tie-dyed shirts, and put flowers in your hair! We will be re-establishing the Table Decorating Competition also. More information next month.

            SAVE THE DATE!: 2023 CSC Fall Leadership & Training Conference, October 27-29, 2023 Location: Glenstone Lodge, Gatlinburg, TN


            TRIPS (Lisa Beregi)

            I hope this finds you all enjoying the holidays with family and friends. As the bitter cold temps from the last week slowly turn to warm and rain (appropriate way to finish off 2022). I know you are all also looking forward to upcoming ski trips and continuing the comradery with old friends and making new ones!

            STEAMBOAT RACE AND LEARN TO SKI CAMP: For the 147 folks that took early season chances on Steamboat - there was no disappointment! Great conditions, great lessons and a fun filled week was had by all. Many thanks to all the staff at Steamboat Resort, especially Larry Young, Sara Clemons, Cathie Mulgrew and Ron Scott for all they did to see to our good time!

            JACKSON HOLE JANUARY SKI WEEK: As 146 folks are only weeks away from this year’s CSC Ski Week to Jackson Hole, all components of the trip are coming together! Final payments and flight information was all due to Skigroup.net by December 10th Transfers are currently being worked on, lodging pairings are firmed up - we have one female spot open, and activities are being finalized.

            2024 ADVENTURE TRIP - ICELAND: I have been in contact with Collette and we are working on the contract so that the trip can be rolled out at Spring Convention. Dates will be May 26th - June 4, 2024, and pricing will be around $5,000 including the cancel for any reason up to the day before for cash back insurance. Put the date on your calendar and start your adventure trip fund!


            RACING (Rich Mead)

            Race season started off with the 39th annual Crescent Race and Learn to Ski trip to Steamboat Springs, Colorado. The trip was originally conceived as an early season training camp for Crescent racers and has grown to include skiers and snowboarders of all ages and abilities. For the racers who attended this year, they were rewarded not only with excellent gate training but the best snow conditions and more open terrain experienced in over 10 years. Meanwhile, back in the Southeast, warmer temperatures forced the cancellation of the first regular season race at Appalachian and Sugar Mountain's annual 3-day race clinic was postponed one week. Weather and snow conditions permitting, in January, the Crescent club racers will be racing at Sugar Mountain, January 7-8 and at Appalachian January 28-29. Clubs with race programs are always looking for new racers to join the family friendly program. And race weekends are not just for racers. Crescent club members are welcome to join racers at the host area and can receive the lift ticket discounts offered to the racers. If interested, please contact your club's race director. The new Crescent website includes a page with the names of Race Directors and their email addresses.

            In addition to the ski areas that host the race events, the race program is supported by a number of sponsors who generously provide discounts and/or products that are used as competition and/or door prizes awarded to the racers. All Crescent members are encouraged to support the Race Program sponsors. A list of current sponsors is located on the Crescent website.


            MEMBER SERVICES (Ken Lumsden)

            Website Database Updates: Club Reps and Presidents are reminded to send changes to contact info to Ken Lumsden member.services@crescentskicouncil.org

            It is not necessary to send your entire list. Only send Additions, Deletions, Corrections.

            Social Media: We can’t keep up with all the snow reports this season on social media. Conditions all over have been amazing, and it’s only the beginning of January! Still would like more pictures from those who went on Crescent’s December trip. And for those going to Jackson Hoke with Crescent this month, send me pix, tag @crescentski on your posts and photos. And we’ll be watching for the Club trips and share all we can!

            Reminder we now have a Facebook group set up for our members to post skis, ski boots, ski jackets, gloves, helmets, or any slightly used gear for sale. You asked and we created this group so now it’s your turn to post on our Crescent Ski Council Ski Marketplace on Facebook. Post your ski gear and equipment you’d like to sell. Crescent wants to be the middleman to help you sell and buy anything ski-related. Spread the word to your club members. Any questions or suggestions, let me know. Let’s make this an added benefit for our members.

            Additionally, reminder we need someone to take over the Crescent Ski Council Racing page. Contact Pat Harvey at crescentpastpres@gmail.com if you’re interested in helping with the racing page.


            PAST PRESIDENT (PAT HARVEY)

            It’s not too early to think about getting involved and running for an office with Crescent. Due to work and personal commitments, Lynn Wise (Charlotte) had to submit her resignation as CSC Secretary after the Fall Conference. Thanks to Frances Edwards (ETMM) for agreeing to be interim Secretary. We are looking for someone to take over that spot and run for Secretary for the 2023/24 season. Also, Michelle Shuford (Palmetto) will serve as VP for the rest of this year but won’t be continuing after her term is over in June. We are looking for someone interested in the VP position for 2023/24. Ellen Cortright has advised this will be her last year as Treasurer. So financial gurus, consider taking over the position of Treasurer for 2023/24. Contact me if interested.

            Happy New Year everyone! Keep spreading the word on our social media pages and our Marketplace group.

            Pat Harvey
            Past President/Social Media Chair
            Email: crescentpastpres@gmail.com


            CLUB CORNER (By Our Clubs)

            Check out our clubs’ websites/newsletters for more information. You out there send me your club’s newsletters so we can share more ideas and activities.

            Kanawha Ski Club –

            Robert Avsec finished an amazing day of skiing at Timberline Mountain on December 20, 2022! Can't say enough about what the new owners, Perfect North, have done with the place. I was "blown away" by not only the amount of snow they've been able to make thus far but also the quality of that man-made snow!

            The first 2023 Membership meeting will be at the Bear’s Den Restaurant, 405 Capitol St, on January 3, 2023, beginning at 6:30 pm.

            Knoxville Ski & Outing Club –

            There will be a Happy Hour on January 13, 2023, at Walk-On’s, beginning at 5:30 pm.

            There are still spaces for the Paganella, Italy trip. Dates are February 25-March 5, 2023. An extension to Verona is March 5-6, 2023 at an additional cost. For complete trip information go to the Knoxville Ski Club website at knoxski.org or contact Carole Mustaleski at skigalcarole@gmail.com or 865-414-5526.

            There will be a hike at the Whitestone Inn in Roane County, Sunday, January 29, 2023. To preregister call Carolyn Reeves (865)399-2972 or crhiker04@gmail.com

            KSOC is offering Ober Gatlinburg’s Winter Discovery (Learn-to-Ski) Program. Dates for 2022 Winter Discovery Program are Jan. 8, 22, 29 and Feb. 5. Cost is $199. What is included:

            • 4 lessons with an experienced instructor
            • 4 Ski-Area Passes for the days of your lessons
            • Equipment Rentals included for all lessons
            • 4 Aerial Tram Tickets
            • Total walk-in/separate Value of $532 – $604 (depending on age)

            Huntsville Ski Club – 

            There are still a few openings for our last (but not least) ski trip for this season. Please consider joining us on this fantastic trip to Banff/Lake Louise, Canada on Spring Break week, March 11- 18, 2023. As of today there are 4 double queen bed rooms, and 1 King bed room. We also have three group air seats remaining. If you have family or friends that may be interested, please pass this on to them. I’m attaching the flyer with all the details. The prices for this trip are incredibly low compared to most other week-long trips in Western US. Thank you, Bob Breeden, HSC Trip Leader, 256-665-1800



            NATIONAL SKI CLUB FEDERATION NEWS!

            December 18, 2022, from Joe Harvis, Secretary: Sad news this morning, another long time friend has left us. It is with a very heavy heart that I inform everyone of the passing of our friend, Walt Prest from the Western Pennsylvania Ski Council. Walt had been involved with NSCF for many years as the WPSC delegate. He will surely be missed by all. Please use the link below for more information, Many thanks to Mike Dziubkowski, current WPSC delegate for keeping us informed.  https://www.waidcolemanfh.com/obituary/Walter- Prest?fbclid=IwAR1lVFeIQoL0TsALLEp8wd9HfuN2cWLXsb2Vj1uZNgubFoqxvoTU0ZCLTc4

            December 23, 2022, from Michael Calderone, VP, NSCF: Frog Fuel is a sponsor of the NSCF. Check out the website https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EEe7j- 25RrJk2OKG1JLpWCdGhQXbeiyttHdNC6mnlN0/edit?usp=sharing

            December 23, 2022, from Michael Calderone, VP:

            Attached is a 50% discount that CB Sports is offering the National Ski Council Federation. We are working hard at getting deals for the Councils and I appreciate you getting the word out to your members. Check out the website. 



            December 27, 2022, from Lisa Beregi, Education Chair:

            Toko waxes and tools is a Black Diamond sponsor of the National Ski Council Federation. Instead of trying to do several Zoom calls, especially during the start of the season and the holidays, they would like to provide a monthly blasts for each Council to share with their clubs and the clubs to share with their members.

            Over the next 4 months, we will be sending you a blast from Toko to share. Each blast will contain 2-3, short videos on Toko products (vises, irons) or "How-To" use their products (edge tuners, waxing, brushing, etc).

            Toko is a Swiss brand and are known for their quality. They are supporting some of our events and in addition have extended a 30% discount to all NCSF members. To access this discount, one needs to go to TokoUS.com, put desired items in the shopping cart, and then enter and apply the discount code NSCFTOKO on checkout (it’s on the right under promotional codes). The discount is on all products except for clearance items which are already very marked down.

            December is month two, and we are featuring How to use Edge Tuner, side edge beveling and shaping sidewalls.

            Next month we will cover Hot waxing technique and Express Wax Application.

            Thank you Toko and Ian! Thank you federation members for your support of our sponsors!

            December 28, 2022, from Michael Calderone, VP, Leftover Auction Prizes:

            Here are some items that were not bid on or not paid for. It is first come first serve.

            The Aspen tickets & Mountain Lodge Telluride have been taken.

            Resorts of the Canadian Rockies
            2 days of skiing at any RCR Resort.
            Fernie Alpine, Kimberley Alpine, Kicking Horse or Nakiska Ski Area
            Not valid 12/17/22 - 1/8/23, 2/26 - 2/26/23
            Expires 5/1/23
            Values $450
            Will sell for $100

            Marmot Basin, Jasper Canada Two 1 day lift tickets
            Valid to the end of 22/23 season
            Value $200
            Will sell for $40

            Ski Big Three
            One 3 day lift ticket valid at Banff Sunshine, Lake Louise Ski Resort & Mt Norquay
            Valid for the 22/23 season
            Value $388
            Will sell for $100

            Whoever wants any item should reach out to me at skimikec@aol.com.


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            A Word From Our President

            We hope you all had a very Merry Christmas and are looking forward to the new year! We kicked off our local resort day trips with a ski day at Winterplace on December 22nd. It was a fun day, and we all had a good time.

            Our next scheduled day trip is to Sugar Mountain on Sunday, January 8th. Sugar Creek Brewing is providing an excellent event space for our Club Meeting & Swap Shop on Tuesday, January 10th. Bring any gently used ski or snowboard gear you'd like to give new life.

            Our Western Winter Ski Trips begin on January 14th with a trip to Jackson Hole! We've had some trip cancellations so please check in with a trip leader for availability.

            And of course, don't forget about our regional trip to Snowshoe Resort, West Virginia beginning February 17th. It's going to be a blast, and we still have a couple of units available. Until next time, happy skiing and riding!

            ~ Tom Grayson, Club President



            Welcome the New Year with a Happy Hour, Club Meeting & Swap Shop

            Hoping to meet more people who love snow sports in 2023?

            Join us at the bar for a 5:30 PM Happy Hour at Sugar Creek Brewing on Tuesday, January 10th! We'll head to the event room for our Club Meeting & Swap Shop at 6:30 PM. 

            It's the perfect opportunity to sell (or swap) some of your gear, search for a deal on gently used equipment, and find out what we have planned for 2023.

            If you are selling skis, bindings must be certified as usable (and safe) by a local ski shop. Clothing should be clean and in good condition. Please don't bring more than 10 items since we have limited space.  

            There will be a cash bar and light appetizers while they last. Plus, we may have some door prizes, too!



            Sugar Mountain Day Trip

            Can't wait to try out some hills with fresh powder in 2023? Join us at Sugar Mountain on Sunday, January 8th.  

            We're arranging carpools from Charlotte or you can meet us there at 8:30 AM. It's the perfect opportunity to enjoy the trails and get to know other people who love snow sports!



            Snowshoe Mountain Trip

            We're looking forward to a great weekend of skiing and riding during our February 17-20th trip to West Virginia! This is a perfect trip for families or couples and an excellent deal.

            Over half of our condos and studios are already booked, so be sure to register soon!

            Lodging Options (3-Night Stay)

            All units sleep 2 to 4 people and are located in the center of The Village. 

            Allegheny Springs OR Rimfire 1 Bedroom Condo with Full Kitchen: $1208.75

            Allegheny Springs Classic Studio with Full Kitchen: $936.75  

            Allegheny Springs Junior Classic Studio with Kitchenette: $886.75





            Western Trips

            Don't miss your chance for powder perfection and bluebird skiing out west this year. Our trips are almost completely sold old!

            Click the images below for more details and registration links.



            Crescent Ski Council Events

            We're headed to Jackson Hole, Wyoming on January 14th for Crescent Ski Council WeekRegistration is closed, but last minute spots may be available on special request. 



            Kingston Plantation
            Myrtle Beach
            April 27-30th

            If you've been searching for an affordable beach trip, we've got you covered! Ocean view condos and studios are available at discounted rates.




            Craving Some Friendly Competition?

            Race season is in full swing, and we welcome all ages and experience levels!

            Join us as we compete in the Crescent Ski Council Racing Series against our 18 sister clubs.

            Racer and non-racer registration opens two weeks before each race event. 


            Racing Schedule

            January 7-8, 2023
            Sugar Mountain, NC

            January 28-29, 2023
            Appalachian Ski Mountain, NC

            February 11-12, 2023
            Beech Mountain, NC

            February 25-26, 2023
            Sugar Mountain, NC




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            A Word From Our President

            Holiday Greetings and I hope everyone had a happy Thanksgiving! December is officially here with snow storms sweeping the Western Resorts. We have 33 members departing Saturday for the Crescent Steamboat Ski Improvement Camp! Another 32 members are headed to Jackson Hole in January.  

            Colder weather is returning to the NC Mountains, and the local resorts are pumping out snow. The Crescent Race Series starts Dec 17th & 18th at Appalachian Ski Mountain, and our Race Team is ready to go! I hope to see you at our Happy Hour and Club Holiday Meet & Greet next Wednesday! 

            ~ Tom Grayson, Club President



            Celebrate the Holidays With Us On Wednesday, December 7th


            We'll start our celebrations with a 5:30 PM Happy Hour at Dilworth Neighborhood Grille! 

            Use the parking deck across the street if you have trouble finding a spot because of construction, and meet us at the bar. 

            Then, we'll head to the Holiday Meet & Greet downstairs in the Baxter Room at 6:30 PM. 


            There will be a cash bar, light appetizers, and sweets while they last.

            Please bring canned goods or other non-perishable items for us to donate to the local food bank.

            Wear an ugly sweater and you might win a prize for 1st or 2nd place! There will be some other door prizes, too!



            Ice Skate With Us

            Come ice skate with us at the Whitewater Center on Monday, December 5th! 

            There is also a free light show with a lighted 1/2-mile trail.

            Plan to meet us at the River Center at 6:30 PM. 

            Skate passes are $25 per person (includes skate rental) and parking is $6.

            Please text Aubrie at 724-757-5858 by 3 PM on the 5th to RSVP. And of course, she'll text you if we have to cancel because of weather.

            It's should be a fun evening!



            Race Season is Only Two Weeks Away!


            You don't need to be the fastest to race with us.
            Our roster spans all ages and abilities.

            Join us as we compete in the Crescent Ski Council Racing Series against our 18 sister clubs this season.

            Racer and non-racer registration opens two weeks before each race event.  




            Racing Schedule

            December 17-18, 2022
            Appalachian Ski Mountain, NC

            January 7-8, 2023
            Sugar Mountain, NC

            January 28-29, 2023
            Appalachian Ski Mountain, NC 

            February 11-12, 2023
            Beech Mountain, NC

            February 25-26, 2023
            Sugar Mountain, NC



            Red Bull Rail Yard Event

            Appalachian Ski Mountain is hosting the Red Bull Rail Yard event on December 10th & 11th! 

            There will be an amateur and pro competition, and Red Bull hopes you'll compete!

            Not to mention, they’ll be hosting a coach and ride session with some of Red Bull’s snowboard athletes including Grace Warner, Zeb Powell, and Luke Winkelmann! 

            Email Red Bull representative, Jake Spillers for more details at jake.spillers@redbull.com and request your free competitor's lift ticket today!



            Regional Trips

            Stay tuned for more details on a February 17-20th trip to Snowshoe, West Virginia and some regional day trips.
            We're in the planning stages now.



            Crescent Ski Council Events



            Crescent Ski Council Spring Convention

            Kingston Plantation
            Myrtle Beach, SC
            April 27-30, 2023

            More details coming soon!



            Crescent Ski Council Week

            Jackson Hole, Wyoming
            January 14-21, 2023

            Registration is closed but spots may be available on special request. 



            Western Trips



            Winter Park, Colorado
            January 28-February 3, 2023

            Waitlisted




            Steamboat, Colorado
            February 4-11, 2023

            Waitlisted



            Palisades Tahoe, California
            February 26-March 5, 2023

            Six Spaces Available



            Banff Alberta, Canada
            March 11-18, 2023

            One Female Space Available



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