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VARA Wants Your Imput

Admin — Sun, 06 May 2012 13:35:27 +0000

Join the VARA Race Entry Procedure Forum!
Do you have ideas on what VARA can do to improve our race entry procedure? Are you willing to participate in a discussion on what we can do to make things better?
At the recent VARA membership annual meeting I was given the task of drafting a proposal that would potentially change how VARA member clubs accept entries to races in Vermont. The initial suggestion was that I should pull together a working group of race administrators. However, based on the animated discussion that this topic generated, it became obvious that coaches wanted a say in this as well. I can easily imagine that athletes and parents would like to give their input.
In order to draw in as many participants as possible, I have set up an online discussion forum at <http://skiracehelp.net/simplemachinesforum/>. If you would like to be heard, please register.
Some Teaser Questions: •Is it acceptable to require athletes to use a service that adds an administrative fee onto the price of the race? •Do we want to be early adopters of the USSA online race registration feature or do we want to sit back and see if it works first? •Under what circumstances are we comfortable holding onto the race-fee of an athlete that registered by didn’t attend the race? •Does anybody still fax in race entries? •Should entry fees and lift-tickets be separate charges?
Ultimately, the VARA Board of Directors has final say on what these policies are. Additionally, our policies must be consistent with USSA. However, the VARA BOD is typically supportive of recommendations that have been reached by a broad consensus after good discussions.
The primary target is to look at USSA scored races. However, I have set up threads for all categories of races: U10, U12, U14, non-scored U16 and FIS. I think it’s worthwhile to look at all of these while we are at it.
More broadly, if this forum is productive, it could expand to tackle other policy issues that tend to get lost in the shuffle.
Thanks for reading this. Please join the discussion if you are interested.
-David Iverson VARA BOD Alpine Officials Committee
(Disclaimer: I’ve never run an online forum before, so I’ll be learning as I go. In order to keep spammers out, I’ll be approving all registrations manually. I’ll also be moderating things pretty heavily. The goal is to be efficient and on-task in moving towards workable policies.)

BOC Summer Camp Offerings

Admin — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 14:16:23 +0000

This summer the Bromley Outing Club has joined forces with Okemo Mountain School to provide 2 great summer camp opportunities for the summer of 2012;

July 7-19 Whistler On-Snow Alpine Camp – Campers will enjoy 8 days on snow at the world class glaciers of Whistler-Blackcomb, some of the best and most reliable summer snow in North America. Along with daily on-snow training, the campers will participate in biking, rafting, rope course, hikes and other fun conditioning activities while enjoying all the beauty that British Columbia has to offer. Camp is all inclusive with the cost covering everything from the time the plane takes off until we return to New York.-transportation (air and ground, food, lodging, coaching, lift tickets and group activities costs). We will be flying as a group from JFK to Vancouver, BC and then take a chartered bus to Whistler Village. Our accommodations will be at the Greystone Lodge. located in the heart of Whistler village. During the camp, all campers will receive coaching, video and training that is custom tailored to their age group. Campers will return to JFK on the 19th( early am)This camp is appropriate for campers aged 11-14. Dave Pinder will join the OMS staff for this camp’s coaching line up. The cost of the camp will be approx. $3900, final pricing will be based on the number of campers, exchange rates and final airfare cost. Please contact Dave Pinder to get more details and reserve your spot today, director@bromleyoutingclub.com or 802-342-8295

July 29-August 11 Saas Fee Switzerland On Snow Alpine Camp- This camp offering is designed for dedicated athletes aged 13-18 at this world renowned summer training venue. Campers will be training alongside some of the best athletes in the world, while experiencing another culture and exploring the renowned beauty of Switzerland. Athletes will enjoy 10 days on snow, conditioning activities and cultural experiences. Fundamentals will be covered, as well as focused and intensive SL and GS gate training. We will fly as a group from Boston to Zurich. The cost of this camp will be all inclusive from the time the plane departs to when we return on the 11th, air and ground transportation, great food, lodging, coaching, lift tickets and group activities will all be included. This camp will be priced at approximately $4,000, final cost will be determined based on final number of campers, airfares and current exchange rates. Please contact Dave Pinder at director@bromleyoutingclub.com or 802-342-8295 for more details and sign up.

Please remember that your athlete must have a valid passport( valid to 1/2013) to attend either of these camps

These are the only camps that the BOC is associated with.

The End Came Too Soon

Admin — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 20:58:03 +0000

We’ve managed to endure one of the craziest weather winters anybody can recall. Although the weather was a challenge for the entire year, the BOC managed to have a very successful year. JISP, the mid-week program and weekend program saw unequaled growth in participation. We also managed to host 34 of the 35 events we had scheduled in the fall. Our athletes also performed with great success, Mikayla Lathrop was crowned top J4 in Vermont( and has regional competition ahead), Mark Nebraska and Allie Zeigler both placing 2nd in overall Vermont Cup standings for J1/2′s( Mark only missing the top spot by only one point and Allie’s injury taking her out of competition with 2 events to go) and Burr and Burton repeating as Vermont State High School Boys Champions for 2012. While not all of our athletes saw podium finishes, this year our BOC skiers and riders had a great deal of success in developing the skills needed to attain those top results and many found personal best performances during the year. It was very satisfying to see the growing passion our athletes exhibited all winter long, no matter what the weather dished out to us.

All in all, our 61st season was a great year. Like you, we too are frustrated by the abrupt end to the ski season and wish it could go on a bit longer ( the Sugar SL is now 3/31&4/1).

Thank You, to all the parents, volunteers, athletes, coaches, board members and staff who made the 2011/2012 a great season for the BOC.

Weekend Update

Admin — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 01:18:28 +0000

We hope everyone is looking forward to great weekend ahead, with outstanding weather and good times in the forecast. Please feel free to bring those beach chairs and sand toys. We are planning to start the festivities after the Pabst race( which starts at 10).

We have just received a wonderful donation from our friends at the US Ski Team that was suppose to be here for Febfest. Since it was too late for that purpose, we have elected to auction off a official women’s team jacket (size 10) and a official team issue DH suit( adult small) at our Saturday Beach Party BBQ. Surfs up, see ya at the beach.

The Weekend Ahead 3/17&18

Admin — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 20:33:43 +0000

This weekend is likely the finale for the BOC this season. The weather has hit the hill hard. As the mountain had commitments to the Mountain Dew Tour this weekend, we are unable to get the lodge for our end of season pot luck. However, we have come up an alternative, last minute plan with what we hope will be a fun and unique way to cap off a great season…

Saturday (forecast is 60/sunny)

Pabst race (starts at 10am)/Club Championships(starts shortly after the Pabst race)

BEACH PARTY…Since nature rained down lemons, let’s make lemonade!!!!! we will lug up the grill and cook up sausages burger and dogs, crank up some Bob Marley, Jimmy Buffet and Beach Boys on the PA, set up some volleyball nets and whatever else we can come up with at the last moment. Later in the afternoon we’ll have our coaches recognize their athletes and the other customary acknowledgments. BYOB (we may a keg and drinks for kids), bring up deserts or anything you would bring to the beach. we plan on kicking this off around 2pm.

Sunday

J1/J2 race on Peril (starts at 9.30). We still could use some help with this season ending event.

PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT THIS IS ALL DEPENDENT ON SNOW CONDITIONS AND SOME OR ALL OF THE EVENTS MAY BE MODIFIED OR CANCELLED!!!!!!!!

Please RSVP to boc@bromleyoutingclub.com we can get a rough headcount for the grill meisters.

See you all

The Weather Gods Mixing Things Up Again

Admin — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 02:23:27 +0000

As you look outside today anywhere in the northeast, it appears more like May then March. The forecast for the coming week is calling for more warm weather and is forcing us to consider making some changes to our traditional season ending events scheduled for the weekend of March 24th and 25th. We currently are considering moving our club championship, JISP race and year end social to the coming weekend of March 17th and 18th. These events and the already scheduled Pabst race, Mountain Dew Vertical Challenge and J 1/2 will need to be rearranged for the coming weekend(3/17&18). We hope to have a revised schedule completed by Wednesday(3/14) and you will be able to join us for an action packed weekend. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns.

Athletes please read….

Admin — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 15:10:37 +0000

Good article on the mental side of ski racing…..http://www.skiracing.com/?q=node%2F11528

Stephan

Year end review process

Admin — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 18:50:54 +0000

I want to get a quick update out to you. As our season begins to wind down, we have begun the process of reviewing staff and procedures which includes a survey to all membership to solicit feedback on what went well and what could be improved. We have formed a committee to draft the survey to membership and will have different form for staff and coaches. We expect to have it out in a couple of weeks. It is important that everyone complete it as your feedback is necessary if we are to deliver the experience that makes the BOC special.

Stephan

Inside the Ski Racing Mind: 5 Ps for Big Races

Admin — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 20:23:55 +0000

Another timely article in Ski Racing Mag. Please follow this link

http://www.skiracing.com/?q=node/11481

Stephan

FebFest thank you

Admin — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 20:18:33 +0000

On behalf of the board, I would like to express our gratitude to all the people that made this year’s event a success. Your hard work and generosity are very much appreciated.

Thank you,

Stephan

Daily FebFest alert

Admin — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 15:44:25 +0000

How does marinated skirt steak and marinated chicken sound????? Bring your appetites!

AND

We need items for auction, deserts and volunteers!!!! This is our biggest event of the year and we need your help to pull it off. Please email the BOC with your donations and if you can help.

thank you

Stephan

Attention bakers

Admin — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 02:18:23 +0000

Show off your confectionery talents, we could use deserts donated for FEBFEST. Cookies, cupcakes, pastries, pretzels…..preferably things that are finger friendly. Thank you!!!

New improved FEBFEST chow….

Admin — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 15:10:46 +0000

If you enjoy the food at our cookouts, you will LOVE the food at FEBFEST! We’ll be posting the new improved menu soon. In the meantime, stay hungry my friends!!!

Stephan

New age group structure

Admin — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 01:59:31 +0000

In case you were wondering how the reclassification will take place, VARA has posted this chart to help us understand the migration. http://vara.org/forms/AgeGroupStructure2013.pdf

think snow!

Stephan

Please read the attached article…

Admin — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:16:56 +0000

http://www.skiracing.com/?q=node/11377

stephan