Steamboat Resort, Steamboat Springs, CO
Sunday to Friday, December 5-8, 2016

Organized by the AA Ski Club. Group lessons for everyone Mon-Thurs. Planned Apres Ski and Evening Social Events.

Communicate with the Room Mom via the form to the right.

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Happy Thanksgiving !!!
 
We are all blessed with the health, education, love of life, and the NAASF Family that allows us to participate in ski and snowboard events like this.  I thank every one of you for your part in making our organization what it is!!!
 
We are only 10 days from beginning our ski and snowboard season.  There are still a few things to address
 
STEAMBOAT SNOW
I've had a TON of questions about the snow conditions in Steamboat.  I have been skiing the past two days so this is MY opinion.
 
As of TODAY there is only one lift open with two routes to the bottom.  The snow has been generally "ok" (not great, but not horrible) with a few mega slippery spots.  The temps are finally cool enough that they snowmakers can blow snow all night and most of the day, so coverage is increasing daily.  Snow is predicted for 3 of the next 5 days.
 
For Training Camp, I feel that there will be sufficient snow to conduct our training.  For 'training" we generally use a very limited amount of the mountain anyway.  If you are expecting to explore the entire mountain, you will be disappointed.
 
Uniform Info
The jackets have arrived and look way cool.  If you have RSVPed I will have your jacket at the Chili Party to distribute.
 
As we mentioned in the spring, we "suggest" RED PANTS with the jackets.  It looks really cool together and will make a great impression on the mountain.  If you just can't find red pants, Black or White would be the alternate "recommendation".  
 
JACKET DISTRIBUTIONS and CHILI PARTY
Thanks to everyone that offered their condo living rooms to our club for distributing the jackets and having our Chili Party.   We have decided to use Ed Kinney, Jeff and Mark Stender's unit.
 
If you ordered a jacket, I will have your jacket at the condo from about 3 pm until about 6 pm.  If you do not pick it up between those hours and would like to have it for skiing on Monday, it is MEGA important that you contact me ASAP and make an alternate plan.
 
We will NOT distribute jackets Monday morning....I'm sorry, but it is just too hard to schlep the jackets all over the resort.
 
We WILL have a second jacket distribution sometime Monday evening (Time to be announce later).
 
IF YOU DID NOT RSVP THAT YOU ARE COMING TO CAMP, I WILL NOT HAVE YOUR JACKET AVAILABLE.....
 
Rachel will make a BIG POT of CHILI Sunday afternoon in Ed, Jeff, and Mark's Condo....I will send an email Sunday with the room number when we know it.  I will also leave word at the front desk. 
 
I need to know who/how many people would like to join in the Chili Party on Sunday Afternoon (probably from about 3 pm until about 6 pm).  We will ask everyone to pitch in $5 to cover the cost of the chili.  
 
Here is the CURRENT list of those that have RSVPed for Chili:

• Jay
• Anne-Claire
• Abigail
• Julie
• Nathan
• Jim H
• Pat C
• Kelly
• Carol
• Are
• Helen
• Sara
• Mike
• Elizabeth
• Lisa
• Jeff
• Mark
• Ed
• Jim T
• Rachel

if you aren't no the list but want to join us, PLEASE let me know ASAP
 
SKI/SNOWBOARD EQUIPMENT STORAGE
 - Until January
 
Ski/Board/Boots Storage - The next time the majority of our club members and guests will ski will be back at Steamboat in January.  I know schlepping your equipment home and back again is a pain.  Unfortunately the "locals" don't have room to store other people's equipment.
 
With that in mind, I have made arrangements with a local "self storage" facility to rent a unit on a monthly basis.  They will actually pro-rate anything over 30 days so that we could get the unit for a reasonable price until we return in Mid January.
 
The cost will depend on how many people would like to leave their equipment, but I anticipate under $30/person (maybe as low as $15, depending on the interest.  If this interests you, I need to know SOON.   
 
The current list of people wishing to store their equipment in the storage unit

• Julie
• Nathan
• Lisa

 If you are NOT on this list and would like to store your equipment in Steamboat until we return in January, let me know.  
 
The storage unit is about 2 minutes from my condo.  If you need access to the storage unit anytime between Training Camp and the January NAASF week, I will be here to let you in/out.
 
OK...that's all....HERE IS YOUR  "TO DO LIST"

• If you would like to eat Chili with us on Sunday afternoon/evening, LET ME KNOW - ASAP 
•  If you would like to offer a ride to/from Steamboat, LET ME KNOW - ASAP 
• If you would like to store your ski/snowboard equipment in Steamboat, until January, LET ME KNOW - ASAP

Be Safe !!! Have Fun !!!

Jim
817-946-5736
AA Ski & Snowboard Club
Uniform Coordinator and Asst Steamboat Room Mom
www.aaskisnowboard.com

STEAMBOAT TRAINING CAMP INFO
​Mark your calendars, plan your work schedule, break out your ski/snowboard equipment, enlist a couple of your friends and lets start the ski season out right.  
 
Once again the AA Ski and Snowboard Club will return to Steamboat, "Ski Town USA", and the world famous Billy Kidd Performance Center where you will get instruction from world class coaches at unbelievably low rates.  
 
Our Club has invited any/all members of NAASF and their families/guest to join us.
 
You can't possibly ski/ride cheaper.  
 
Steamboat Resort is offering the AA Ski & Snowboard Club and our guests, virtually everything at more than a 50% discount.
 
LODGING
The Steamboat Grand (Steamboats premier lodging property) has once again offered us a virtually unheard of deal.  Our room rates are almost 1/3 the normal rate charged to the public
 
Studio                                      $99
Double Queen Hotel Room   $105
Delux King                               $110
1` Bedroom                             $142
2 Bedroom                              $199
Note: Rates are exclusive of 17.5% tax and parking.
 
You can now book your own reservations by:reservations and referencing  
AA Ski/Snowboard Team:

Steamboat Grand Reservations
1-877-269-2628
or
http://steamboatgrand.com/aa-ski-snowboard
 
ROOM MOM SERVICE
For those unfamiliar, AA Ski and Snowboard Club offers a "Room Mom Service" each Ski week.  The Room Mom (or Dad) helps coordinate rooms and rides.  You do not need a room mate.  We will help you find one IF you wish.
 
Once again Rachel Rueter and Jim Tullos have volunteered to be the Room Moms for Training Camp.  If you need assistance you can email them at:
 
AdvSkiScub@aol.com
or call
817 946 5736
 
Jim and Rachel will pre-reserved several condo units that have historically been a blast.    
 
So before you book your own unit, give the Room Mom a call and they will attempt to put you in a fun condo.
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TRAINING
You will divide into groups of 8 or less with similar skill levels.  Your group will work with your coach to determine where the group interest and needs are.  If you aren't a racer, you can work on free skiing skills.  If you are a racer, there will be plenty of gate training.
 
For those that have NEVER skied or ridden a board before, you will enjoy the same low rates and attend Steamboats world famous Snow Sports School for the same low rate as everyone else (more than 50% discount).
 
Although there is no minimum number of training days required, it is highly encouraged attendees do at least 3 days of training because all training is "progressive" and builds on what was taught the previous day.  Most attendees will do all four days of training.
 
FAMILY FRIENDLY
Steamboat has the well deserved reputation of being the most family friendly resort in the industry.

• KIDS SKI FREE -For every 5 day lift ticket purchased, your kids ski free.
• KIDS TRAINING -The same training rates will apply to Kids that would like to enroll in lessons.  This is more than a 50% discount
• KIDS VACATION CAMP (KVC) - For those with smaller Children, KVC has discounted their program to $90/day to allow you to ski worry free at a very reasonable rate.

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

• Sunday - Chris Smith at Powder Pursuits (located street side in the Steamboat Grand building), has once again invited us to his store for a wine and beer "social".  He will have special pricing for those that need to pick up something before skiing (gloved, goggles,  jackets, etc).  Powder Pursuits Rental also offers top end rental ski and snowboard equipment.  If you wish to rent equipment, you can get fitted and have your rental needs taken care of during the social at 50% discounted rate. 
• Monday - Free Breakfast @ Bear River.  The evening is open for attendees to go where/when they want.  Many will venture to Strawberry Park (Hot Springs)
• Tuesday - Team/Club Dinner @ Hazies (Top of the Gondola) - $35 for a great meal and a world class view and night gondola ride.
•  Wednesday - Pub Crawl and Open Mike night.          (Lots of Fun)
• Thursday - Awards Party/Cocktail Hour in the Cabin (located in the Grand).

RATES

• Lift Tickets - Less than $49/day if you purchase a three day or more lift pass  - more than 50% discount off rack rate and Cheaper than the public's "Boat Launch Pass"
• Training Rates - Full day of coaching $80 - Once again, this is about a  than 65% discount.

COME EARLY - STAY LATE
Steamboat and the Steamboat Grand have extended our heavily discounted rates to allow you to come two days early and/or stay a two days later than the published "Camp" dates.  This will allow those with scheduling issues to still get to come and ski.
 
EVERYONE is highly encouraged to come ski at least one day prior to training camp so that you will have your ski legs back and get the most of your training.  
 
Jim, Earl, Lindy, and a few other of our " Steamboat Locals" have volunteered to accompany groups that want to ski/ride on Saturday and Sunday before Camp begins.  
 
GUESTS ARE WELCOME
Guests and family members are not only welcome, they are encouraged to join us in Steamboat.  You can bring your family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers.
 
We have already been contacted by a variety of other NAASF Teams/Clubs that will be bringing some of their members to join us.  
 
The bottom line is EVERYONE is welcome to join in the fun and benefit from the great deals our club has established.
 
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Sunday 4 Dec
    Arrive & Check in to Steamboat Grand
    FREE wine, beer, and cheese mixer at Powder Pursuits (Huge DISCOUNTS throughout store)
    
Monday 5 Dec
    FREE breakfast, chalk talk, and "Welcome" from Billy Kidd
    Divide into groups and "train"
    Aspre Ski     
    Strawberry Park Hot Springs Experience  
 
Tuesday 6 Dec
    Train with you group
    Aspre Ski     
    Team Dinner @ Hazies (Top of Gondola)
 
Wednesday 7 Dec
    Train with your group
    Pub Crawl
 
Thursday 8 Dec
    Train with your group
    Ski and Snowboard Races
    Weekly Awards @ Aspre Ski
 
Friday 9 Dec
    Head home and start arranging your schedule so you can join us back in Steamboat in January.
 
DISCOUNTS
We have not established the "discounts" yet, but in the past these vendors have offered us great deals.  

• Powder Pursuits
• Ski and Bike Kare
• Steamboat Ski and Sport
• Christy Sports

In the past we have enjoyed:

• Up to 50% of rentals
• 25% off Goggle, Pole, & Gloves
• HUGE discounts on new boots (see Ski and Bike Kare)
• $99 Custom Insoles

If you have a "SPA"  Team member, the Grand has an Excellent facility, and is offering us a 15% discount!

TRANSPORTRATION
Unfortunately AA does not begin flying to Steamboat until after our Camp ends, but you can fly into Denver or Eagle Vail. 
 
Rental cars are available for less than $250/week 
 
Go Alpine Shuttle offers airport to hotel service at a discounted rate. When making your Go Alpine booking ask for the NAASF Discounted Rate.
 
RSVP
In order for the mountain to have the appropriate number of instructors, Please RSVP on www.aaskisnowboard.com if you plan to attend.  
 
Regardless of whether you are an American Airlines club member/guest or an "other airline" employee/guest, PLEASE RSVP !!!
 
See you in the Boat !!!
 
Jim and Rachel
AA Steamboat Room Moms

AdvSkiScub@aol.com
or call
817 946 5736

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Ride Sharing?

I know several of you have already said you have arranged rides with your condo mates or are on your own.....but some of you still need rides and some of you would like to have riders.
 
So, If you have room in a car for another person, tell me WHAT TIME DO YOU PLAN TO LEAVE DENVER? (or if it's another airport, when and where?)
If you aren't sure but are willing to rent and drive, let me know too.
 
I will send an email next week with all the available seats and the drivers phone/email....those NEEDING rides can call/text/email those offering rides.....!!!
 
It's up to YOU to work out the deal....OR...if you want to ride Alpine Shuttle, remember you need a reservation and you DO get a discount.
 
SO....if you are offering a ride.....tell me NOW.
 
Jim

THIS JUST IN FROM COMPUTER EXPERT TOM STONE:
When using Alpine Shuttle web page, when you initially sign in on page one put in the code NAASFWEB in the group/discount code box and click on the right arrow.  That takes you directly to the NAASF site for Alpine Taxi and you get your discount on that site.  DO NOT click on Arrival or Departure on the Alpine Shuttle page one as that bypasses the  NAASF discount page and no discount.

UA EXPRESS - From DEN to HDN....WARNING...they are quite often weight restrictted...you see 8 empty seats and find out when you arrive that they can't take non-revs....WARNING !!!
 
 
RIDE SHARE
If you are driving to Steamboat and would be willing to offer a ride to one of our club members or guests, PLEASE send me you Name, Airport driving from and returning to, the day and times of your planned airport departure and planned return times. and how many passengers you can accommodate.
 
Drivers....if you fill your spot/s, let me know and I'll remove you from this list
 
Nathan Green - nathan_green@sbcglobal.net - Room for one or two

• EGE to Steamboat - Sunday 1200ish
• Steamboat to EGE Friday to arrive EGE 11:00ish

Are Johnson - arktiskviking@gmail.com - Room for one

• DEN to Steamboat - Sunday 12:30
• Steamboat to DEN - Friday to arrive DEN for a 5:30 flight (arrive about 4pm-ish)

Jaw Ewing - jewing145@yahoo.com - Room for one or two

• DEN to Steamboat - Saturday  12:00ish
• Steamboat to DEN - Friday to arrive DEN for a 10:30 flight (arrive about 9am-ish)

Lisa Rutt - lisa@rutts.net - Room ?? - Ask her

• DEN to Steamboat - Saturday  12:00ish
• Steamboat to DEN - Friday - TBA