summer fun with lbsc friends

www.longbeachskiclub.org September 2021 Volume 83, Issue 11

Summer Fun with LBSC Friends

Thanks to Nia and Eric Hartman for hosting our first Home Party since before the pandemic! The 28 members who came enjoyed visiting in the front and rear patios, while barbequing their own entrée and enjoying other food that people brought to share. We ended the evening with an extreme skiing movie on the big screen in the back yard.

Club Year Ends 9/30 – New Year Begins 10/1 Your membership in the Long Beach Ski Club expires on September 30th. We have a LOT of skiing/boarding and socializing to make up for in the 2021-22 season, so be a part of it! You can go to the club website and renew online (update your contact information, electronically sign a waiver, and pay your $55 dues by credit card.) OR you can print the Membership Application and Waiver at the end of this Ski Breeze, then sign and bring them to the Open House on October 2nd with your check. Membership is required to participate in club ski/board trips and only members with their guest are invited to club social events in members’ homes. Prospective members are always welcome at meetings, outdoor recreational events, and socials in a public venue. We want you as a member!

Let’s Meet! Don’t miss our first General Meeting after 16 months on Wednesday, September 1st at 7:00 pm. We will return to Ecco’s Pizza: 2123 N. Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach 90815. The club will provide pizza and you can add a drink and side. Come catch up with ski club friends and get the latest information on club trips and other activities. Bring a prospective member if you like!

Club Calendar . . . to add to Your Calendar

Sept 1 General Meeting – Ecco’s Pizza Sept 12 Kayak & SUP Outing Sept 25 Wine Tasting – Bistro St. Germain

Oct 2 Annual Open House Oct 7-11 FWSA Convention, San Diego Oct 17 Hike Hollywood Summit

Board Meetings – 4th Wednesdays Contact President Barbara for location or Zoom link

LONG BEACH SKI CLUB SEPTEMBER 2021 Volume 83, Issue 11

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Let’s Party!

Let’s Keep in Shape!

Paddle Day Our last paddling outing of the summer will be on Sunday morning, September 12th. Join fellow club members on the water when Gena Lighthouse leads us through Huntington Harbor on kayaks or paddle boards. Meet at OEX Sunset Beach (16910 Pacific Coast Highway in Huntington/Sunset Beach) by 8:45 am. Allow time to find parking and bring a mask to wear while you are not separated out on the water. Bring your own, or rent a single kayak or SUP for $20 for two hours. Don’t forget a wide brimmed hat, sunglasses, sun screen and water. We’ll have an optional outdoor lunch together afterwards. Mt. Hollywood Summit Hike Our last recreational outing of the off-season will be on Sunday, October 17. We will meet at 10:00 am at the parking lot located above The Trails Café in Griffith Park where Homer Barar will lead us on a moderate 5-mile hike with a 1000’ gain. There is a shorter option for beginners, which Homer will explain before beginning the hike, with time to explore the beautiful grounds of the Griffith Observatory until the rest of the group returns from the summit. The main group will continue on trails that alternate from moderate to moderately steep, where we will be rewarded with an expansive view of the greater Los Angeles at the Summit, stretching all the way to Catalina on a clear day. Stay for an optional brunch at The Trails Café in a natural setting under the tall trees. Directions to parking lot where we meet: Go to 2333 Fern Dell Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90068. Then continue uphill on Fern Dell Dr. for another .2 miles to the stop sign. Turn left to enter the parking lot. Parking is free.


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Let’s Ski & Board! Jackson Hole, Wyoming February 26-March 5th Sixteen of the 24 spots on this awesome trip have already been reserved, so make your reservation SOON to join the fun! Flier, Sign Up Sheet, and Waiver on pages 6- 9. Utah, January 23-28 Come to the General Meeting to learn from Eric Hartman about this five-night trip being planned for Salt Lake City to ski the resorts in Cottonwood Canyon. Six Mammoth Mountain Trips have been scheduled and Tan Nguyen will have details at the General Meeting. Choose from 3-day weekends, mid-week, and week-long trips this season! See the schedule below.

Mammoth 2021-22 Trip Schedule Let’s start planning a terrific ski season! Join members in our favorite Snowflower Condos on the bus route in town. Prices will be published soon – come to the General Meeting to learn the latest.

December 12-18, 2021 Members participating in the annual Ski/Ride/Race Camp (12/13-17) can stay with LBSC members in the Snowflower Condos.

January 6-9, 2022 Three-night weekend trip. February 10-13, 2022 Three-night weekend trip, that can also be combined with the

following mid-week trip. February 13-18, 2022 Mid-week trip “Super Bowl Sunday” through Thursday night can be

combined with the prior weekend trip or stand alone. (You have one week afterward to rest your legs before Jackson Hole!)

March 17-20, 2022 Three-night weekend trip. April 7-10, 2022 Three-night weekend trip – if the snow conditions are still good.

Jackson Hole, Wyoming Ski/Board Week We have secured a great trip for this winter to go to one of the best ski areas in the US for only $1400. Sign up NOW as this trip will sell out. We leave February 26, 2022 from LAX and return on March 5. What is included in the base price of $1400? Round trip airfare from LAX to Jackson, Wyoming, roundtrip ground transportation from Jackson Airport to our hotel. Daily extended continental breakfast, and free daily shuttle to and from Jackson Hole Mountain Resort which is 12 miles away. We are staying at the 49er Inn in town where there are lots after ski activities and places to eat, just a couple of blocks from downtown, and 5 blocks from the famous Million Dollar Cowboy Bar. The daily Breakfast includes burritos, sandwiches, hard boiled eggs, pancakes as well as the usual pastry, cereal, fruit, juices, coffee, and milk. They have an indoor pool and hot tub. Look at the Flier and Trip Reservation Request for upgrades you may want, such as $75 to get a larger room.

ERIC HARTMAN WEEK TRIPS CHAIR

TAN NGUYEN (VP WEEKENDTRIPS)


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The trip package does NOT include lift tickets. IKON pass holders can use their pass, if it is the full pass. If you have the IKON Base Pass (the one with blackout dates), you must upgrade your pass to Base Pass Plus which can only be done by phone 888-365 4566(IKON). IKON Base Pass Plus will give you 5 days of skiing at Jackson Hole. If you are going on this trip and want to upgrade your pass, do it today. The cost is currently $150 to upgrade but they may increase the cost this fall, so upgrade now. Fill out your Reservation Request, sign the Waiver of Liability, and send in your deposit or bring all to the Wednesday General Meeting at Ecco’s Pizza. Contact VP Week Trips Eric Hartman with questions at 562-533-7205. TRIP INSURANCE QUESTIONS Some members have expressed concern over the current and future COVID status and possibility of trip cancellation. The LBSC will try to recover all costs if a trip has to be cancelled for all members on the trip due to shut downs related to the COVID pandemic, or other situations causing cancellation of the week trip by the club. However, LBSC cannot guarantee recovery of all costs. This was the case for the Italy trip. Travel Insurance is not a part of the week trip travel package. LBSC members should purchase insurance if they are concerned about not being able to recover all costs resulting from their personal need to cancel or from a mass cancellation of the trip by the LBSC. Be very careful when purchasing travel insurance as it may or may not cover pandemic/epidemic situations. Read the fine print of the insurance you thinking of purchasing and speak directly with the insurance company (but get it in writing). Insurance can be purchased with some form of “Trip Cancellation for Any Reason” (aka CFAR) type coverage. CFAR should cover most of the situations discussed. CFAR coverage usually can be purchased as an add-on to the premium plans. Travel insurance also typically covers cancellation due to car accidents, illness or injury where your doctor does not allow travel. It should be noted that if you do get sick and have to cancel, most insurance would likely cover that. Traveler age will greatly affect the cost of the coverage and insurance is cheaper if purchased now rather than later. Again, LBSC is not purchasing travel insurance for its members for this trip and it is up to the LBSC member that wishes insurance to purchase their own insurance with the coverage they need.


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Ski Area Information In addition to Jackson Hole, there are two other ski areas that are close by: Snow King and Grand Targhee. Snow King is the local ski area which also has a roller coaster that is operated during the winter. It is about one mile away and can be reached by the local bus system which is free. Grand Targhee Resort is on the western side of the local mountain range and is about 45 miles away. Grand Targhee can be reached through the GTR shuttle and I do not know yet what the cost will be. Last year, lift tickets for Snow King were around $70 per day and Grand Targhee were about $105 per day. The Jackson Hole Trip Flier, Reservation Request and Liability Waiver is attached to this Ski Breeze. Reservations may also be made on the club website.


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February 26 through March 5, 2022

$1400.00 pp (dbl occ.)

Act Now Spaces are Limited Included for trip: Air fare: Round Trip Non-stop from LAX to Jackson, Wyoming Ground transportation to and from Jackson Airport. Seven Nights Hotel: 49’er Inn and Suites (two Queen Beds per room), daily extended continental breakfast, Wi-Fi, indoor pool and 12 person hot tub, 4 blocks from downtown square, daily transportation to and from Jackson Hole Mountain Resort

Options: Single Room Supplement (private room) add $440 Upgrade Room to Studio Suite or King Suite – add $75 per person (add $150 for single room) Does Not Include: Lift Tickets. Ikon Passholders: Full IKON Pass can be used at Jackson Hole. IKON Base Pass users will require an upgrade to IKON Base Pass Plus for 5-day pass. To upgrade to Base Pass Plus, you must call 888-365-4566 (IKON) for assistance. Upgrade cannot be done on-line. The current cost to upgrade to Ikon Base Plus pass is $150, prices are subject to increase at any time, so do it today.

Trip Insurance is not included, but you may purchase on your own Payment Schedule: Reserve your spot by making your deposit of $400 NOW!! Second $400 deposit due by November 1, 2021; Final Payment/balance due by December 29, 2021 Cancellation Policy (if spot is unfilled), No penalty prior to Sept. 1; Sept. 1 – Nov. 22 $150 penalty; Nov. 23 – Dec. 26 $200 penalty; Dec. 27 – Jan. 24, 2022 $300 penalty; no refund after January 24, 2022. Make checks out to: Long Beach Ski Club Reservation form, signed waiver, and Payments to be mailed to: Eric Hartman, 3131 Druid Lane, Los Alamitos, CA 90720 Trip Leader Contact info:[email protected] 562-533-7205 cell


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Long Beach Ski Club Jackson Hole Ski Week

Jackson, Wyoming Trip Reservation Request February 26 through March 5, 2022

Please print clearly

Name: ________________________________________________ Circle One Male / Female ( First Middle Last as shown on Drivers License or Passport)

Address: __________________________________________________

City _____________________________________________ ZIP _______________

Cell Phone (_______) _____________________

E-Mail ____________________________________________________________________

Date of Birth _________________________

Food/Medical Allergies ______________________________________________________________

Roommate Name: __________________________________ OR I need a roommate

Emergency Contact (NOT on this trip) Name______________________________________

Phone # (________) ____________________________ Trip Cost and Options:

Item Per Person cost Your Trip Amount Jackson Hole Ski Week $1400 $1,400

Add-on’s: Single Supplement (Private Room) $440 $

Room Upgrade – King Suite $75 ($150 for single supplement) $

Room Upgrade – Studio Suite (2 Queen beds)

$75 ($150 for single supplement) $

Your Trip Total $

Attach signed Liability Release for the club. Club membership for 21/22 season must be received by November 1, 2021. Payment Schedule: DUE Date Amount NOW $400 To Reserve your spot for the trip November 1, 2021 $400 December 29, 2021 Balance Remaining balance from Your Trip Total above

Mail Payments with this Trip Reservation Request and the signed Liability Release to: Eric Hartman, 3131 Druid Lane, Los Alamitos, CA 90720 Make checks out to: Long Beach Ski Club


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RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS, EXPRESS ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT I _______________________________________________ do hereby affirm and acknowledge that I have been fully informed of the inherent hazards and risks associated when participating in Long Beach Ski Club Activities, including travel to and from designations. I fully acknowledge and understand that these risks can lead to severe injury and even loss of life. I further understand that: 1. Participation may include possible exposure to and illness from infectious diseases, epidemic or pandemic, including but not limited to: MRSA, Influenzas and COVID-19. 2. Risk of injury from participating in the activity and equipment utilized, is significant including the potential for broken bones, severe injuries to the head, neck, and back or other bodily injuries that my result in permanent disability and death. 3. Possible equipment failure and/or malfunction or misuse of my own or others’ equipment. 4. I AGREE THAT I WILL WEAR APPROVED PROTECTIVE GEAR AS DECREED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE SPORT I AM PARTICIPATING IN. However, protective gear cannot guarantee the participant’s safety. I further agree that no helmet can protect the wearer against all potential head injuries or prevent injury to the wearer’s face, neck or spinal cord. Failure to wear a helmet may result in denial of any claim(s) against the Long Beach Ski Club Inc. and its insurance provider. 5. If participating in Winter Activities: variation and/or steepness of terrain, variation or changes in surfaces including but not limited to snow surfaces, ice, bare spots, rocks, stumps, debris, cliffs, trees, fences, posts, trees, light poles, signs, buildings, roads, walkways, ramps, rails, stairs, pyramids, manual pads, bowls, half-pipes, jumps, padded and non-padded barriers, other persons, and other natural and man-made hazards. 6. My own negligence and/or the negligence of others, including but not limited to operator error and guide decision making including misjudging terrain, weather, riding surfaces or other obstacles. 7. Exposure to the elements and temperature extremes may result in frostnip, frostbite, heat exhaustion, heat stroke, sunburn, hypothermia and dehydration. 8. Dangers associated with exposure to natural elements include but are not limited to avalanche, rock fall, inclement weather, thunder and lighting, severe and or varied wind, temperature and other weather conditions. IN CONSIDERATION OF BEING ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE IN LONG BEACH SKI CLUB ACTIVITIES, I HEREBY AGREE AS FOLLOWS: 9. I understand the description of these risks is not complete and unknown or unanticipated risks may result in injury, illness, or death. Nevertheless, I knowingly wish to proceed and I freely accept and expressly assume all risk, dangers and hazards that may arise from such activities which could result in personal injury, loss of life and property damage to me. 10. To waive and release any and all claims based upon negligence, active or passive with the exception of intentional, wanton or willful misconduct that I may have in the future against Long Beach Ski Club Inc., their officers, directors, employees, representatives, agents, and volunteers from liability and responsibility whatsoever and for any claims or causes of action that I, my estate, heirs, survivors, executors, or assigns may have for personal injury, property damage, or wrongful death arising from the Club activities whether caused by active or passive negligence of the Long Beach Ski Club Inc. or otherwise.

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PLEASE READ AND BE CERTAIN YOU UNDERSTAND THE IMPLICATIONS OF SIGNING


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11. By executing this document, I agree to hold Long Beach Ski Club Inc. harmless and indemnify them in conjunction with any injury, disability, death, or loss or damage to person or property that may occur as a result of my engaging in Club activities. 12. By entering into this Release/Agreement, I am not relying on any oral or written representation or statements made by the Long Beach Ski Club Inc., other than what is set forth in this Release/Agreement. I further agree that this Release/Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States of America. 13. If any provision, section, subsection, clause or phrase of this release is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that portion shall be severed from this contract. The remainder of this contract will then be construed as though the unenforceable portion had never been contained in this document. I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY, I FULLY UNDERSTAND IT, AND I VOLUNTARILY AGREE TO BE BOUND BY IT, KNOWINGLY GIVING UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS. I hereby declare that I am of legal age and am competent to sign this Release/Agreement. Signature of Participant ____________________________________________________ Date ______________ Print Name Home Address

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Club Logo Merchandise Show pride in your Long Beach Ski Club by wearing club sweatshirts, caps, or beanies, or adding a patch with our red and white logo to your hat/mask/parka/sweatshirt/boot bag or whatever you like! Ken Gregg will have club merchandise for purchase at meetings and parties.

88th Annual FWSA Convention: “Sail into San Diego” All LBSC members are invited to attend the annual Far West Ski Association Convention being held October 7–10, 2021. This year it will take place at the San Diego Marriott Mission Valley – driving distance for us. Meet people from ski clubs all over the western states as you explore the Ski/Snowboard Trade Show, bid on trips at the Auction, participate in social activities and more. September 10 is the deadline for the early registration fee of $175. See the flier on page 11 for more details and registration information. The Long Beach Ski Club – bringing together skiers since 1938! Mission Statement: The Long Beach Ski Club is a friendly community of adults involved in skiing, boarding and year-round recreational and social activities. Slogan: Join for the fun, stay for the friendships!

Happy September Birthdays! Heidi Vu September Susan Savage Papp September 12 Marcia Gatz September 16 Homer Barar September 18 Jodi Hein September 21 Gena Lighthouse September 21

MOUNT HOLLYWOOD HIKE


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KEEP IN TOUCH! Be sure to see what we are up to by checking:

§ Website: www.longbeachskiclub.org § Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lbsc1 (post your favorite club pics here) § Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/Long-Beach-Ski-Club § Address: Long Beach Ski Club, P.O. Box 15291, Long Beach, CA 90815

Your 2021-2022 Board of Directors

President Barbara Nelson [email protected] 714.501.7946 VP of Week Trips Eric Hartman [email protected] 562.533.7205 VP of Weekend Trips Tan Nguyen [email protected] 973.896.8124 VP of Social Rose Molina [email protected] 714.609.8358 Treasurer Gena Lighthouse [email protected] 562.537.4111 Secretary Mike Zullo [email protected] 562.685.3241 Member-at-Large 1 Bill Bergen [email protected] 310.489.3073 Member-at-Large 2 Craig Gibson [email protected] 562.631.9891 Member-at-Large 3 Ken Gregg [email protected] 714.749.6910

2020-2021 Club Committee Chairs Membership Chair Craig Gibson [email protected] 562.631.9891 Ski Breeze Editor Catherine Singer [email protected] 949.510.1892 Webmaster Dana Hart [email protected] 562.233.7868 Social Media Catherine Singer [email protected] 949.510.1892 LA Council Rep Gena Lighthouse [email protected] 562.537.4111

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