Newsletter and Calendar
April 2001
Editor: Lynn Kovacs



UPCOMING CLUB & REGIONAL TRAVEL & EVENTS

The USSA Golden Rose Ski Race, May 26 - 27, 2001, Timberline, Mt. Hood, OR



The USSA Golden Rose Ski Race takes place on the Palmer Snowfield, a summer
training site for the U.S. Ski Team and various other national ski teams. Many
elite USSA competitors from across the country will compete. For registration
forms and more information please call the Mt. Hood Academy 503-272-3503.





The Volvo Golden Rose Ski Classic, June 2, 2001, Timberline, Mt. Hood, OR



This event is the longest continually run ski race in the world. Many past and
future Olympic Champions have participated in this event. Teams of 8 skiers
compete in dual Giant Slalom competition. The day will finish at the Lodge with
a party and awards, and fundraising for the Mt. Hood Academy. For more
information on the Golden Rose Ski Classic call 503-622-0750.





2001 FWSA Convention, Reno, Nevada, June 7 - 10, 2001

This event will be held at the Peppermill Hotel Casino. Golf or tennis
tournaments, or tours to historic Virginia City or Harrah's National Automobile
Museum, a silent auction, speakers and panel discussion are just some of the
planned events. A banquet, dance and award ceremonies are scheduled for
Saturday evening. Room rates start at $79 per night. Call (800) 282-2444 to
make room reservations, and use the Group Code #RFWSA01 for the discounted rate.
Call Southwest Airlines at (800) 433-5368, and use ID Code A8112 for a 10%
discount on roundtrip tickets. Contact Marilyn Sigler at marski@... or
(360) 883-6937.





Summer Race Camp for NWSCC, June 23 & 24, 2001

at Timberline, Mt. Hood, Or. Snowperformance LLC will be conducting a two-day
race camp. The cost of the program is $170 plus lift tickets at $37 per day.
The program will include two day of coaching by PSIA instructors, a private race
lane, video assessment, stance analysis, and barbecue. Training will focus on
GS and Slalom. For more information or registration, check
www.snowperformance.com or call (360) 663-0298. In addition to race clinics,
Snowperformance.com offers all-terrain ski/board programs, group and individual
instruction throughout the Western United States.



NWSCC's Third Annual 'Clubs 4PLAY', Sunday, July 29, 2001,

Glendoveer Golf Course, Portland, OR Schnee Vogeli Ski Club took 1st Place last
year, and is strategizing to defend their title!!! Each club is allowed no more
than four 4-somes. Tee-off is set for 10:00 AM on the East Course. The $47
entry fee includes 18 holes of golf, a BBQ, and prizes. Entry forms will be
available at the March NWSCC Council Meeting, or contact Diane Hicks at
dskier@... or Marilyn Sigler at marski@....





S'no Jokes' Ski New Zealand, August 2 - 12, 2001 (with 8 day Australia add-on)

This trip will depart from Seattle, WA, and Queensland, NZ will be the 'base
camp' for this adventure. Plan to ski Treble Cone, Coronet Peak, The
Remarkables, and Cardrona. The Queenstown Hotel is situated along side a lake
right in town. The cost of the trip is $1,500, which includes airfare, hotel,
and some meals. For those interested in attending, a $500 deposit will hold
your space. The balance is due by June 15, 2001. An eight-day add-on trip to
Australia is an additional $850. Call John Perkins at (206) 522-8634 or (206)
390-4977 with any questions, or mail your deposits to John at 3855 NE 90th,
Seattle, WA 98115.





NWSCC Ski Fair, September 27, 2001, Monarch Hotel, Portland OR

Yes, plans for this year's Ski Fair are well underway! This year's event will
include paid booths for local retailers and regional resorts, free booths for
NWSCC member clubs, a no-host bar, dancing, and much more. Stay tuned for more
details. For more information, please contact Mary Olhausen at
omary@...







WHAT OTHER CLUBS DO?



Nashville, TN Supports Area Blind Skiers

Since 1989, the Nashville, TN Ski Club has supported the Nashville School's
Vision Program and the Tennessee School for the Blind. Funds raised have been
used to send students to winter camps and provide them with the opportunity to
try downhill and cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, tubing, skating, and other
activities. The Ski Club's fundraising efforts provide airfare and ground
transportation for the students. The recipients are selected based upon
academics, positive attitude, school behavior, and physical ability. (Editors
Note: Information provided by the Ski Club's Liftlines article in March-April,
2001 edition of The National Ski Club Newsletter)







SNOWSPORT INDUSTRY NEWS



Washington's Northwest Ski and Recreation Club Assessed B&O Taxes

The State of Washington has assessed Business and Occupation ("B&O") taxes on
all of the Club's activities for the past five years. The Northwest Ski and
Recreation Club is organized as a non-profit corporation, and has also been
assessed retail sales tax for all of the trips that were run through the club's
checking account. Historically, the Club has booked lodging, buses, and other
expenses, and, then paid the providers with the monies collected from trip
participants. The State of Washington advises that this process results in the
Club's selling travel, and is subject to sales taxes. (Editor's Note: This
information was provided by Seth Sandeen, President of the Northwest Ski and
Recreation Club for the March-April 2001 edition of The National Ski Club
Newsletter)





Steven's Pass 2001 - 2002 Seasons Pass Now Available

It is not too early to start planning next year's season! Steven's Pass' 2001 -
2002 Season's Pass is on sale for $399 plus tax. Check www.stevenspass.com for
more information.







FUTURE TRAVEL



USRSA Ski Week, January 5 - 13, 2002, Park City, Utah

This should be an inexpensive trip. Utah ski areas are booked for the Winter
Olympics, but scrambling to bring people before and after the events.





FWSA Ski Week, January 26 - February 2, 2002, Copper Mountain, CO.

Resort Update! Copper Mountain has three base areas, one of which is for
beginning skiers/boarders. All three areas offer chairlifts, lodges, food
service facilities and cafeterias. All but one restaurant, bar and après' ski
lounges owned by Copper Mountain are now smoke free. FWSA trip prices will be
approximately $850, excluding airfare. NWSCC clubs will be limited to only 62
spaces. To sign-up send a $50 refundable deposit to Sylvia Kearns at 7006 NE
72nd Circle, Vancouver, WA 98661, or call her at (360) 260-7169.





NWSCC REPORTS AND NOTICES



NWSCC's Man & Woman of the Year Elected

The April NWSCC Council meeting included the election of this year's Man and
Woman of the Year. Dale Parshall of Schnee Vogeli Ski Club was elected as Man
of the Year, and Sheri Parshall of Skiyente Ski Club was elected Woman of the
Year. Dale's commitment and involvement on the PACRAT Board and racing events,
club involvement, and his willingness to step up and volunteer to help other
clubs' events help explain his election. Sheri is currently the NWSCC's
Chairperson. As Chair, Sheri has helped develop new contacts and strengthened
NWSCC's relationship within FWSA. Sheri has demonstrated tireless enthusiasm
and commitment as a member of the NWSCC Board, and Skiyente Board member. She
is a past president of Skiyente, was the NWSCC Trip Captain for this year's FWSA
trip to Sun Valley, ID, and has chaired numerous events within her own club.
Both Dale and Sheri will attend this year's FWSA Convention in June, and be
considered for the FWSA's Man and Woman of the Year.





Upcoming NWSCC & PACRAT Board Elections

The June 20, 2001 NWSCC Council meeting will include the election of the 2001-
2002 NWSCC and PACRAT Board positions:

NWSCC Board: Chairperson, Vice-Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer, and two Board
positions.

PACRAT Board: Chairperson (is also a NWSCC Board member), Vice-Chair,
Secretary, Treasurer, and Social, Sponsorship, Legal/Contracts, Race Operations,
and Course Directors.

Contact Lynn Kovacs at (503) 497-2804 or Llkovacs2@... to add your name to
the rosters of candidates.





Scholarship Committee Spins-Off To Form Foundation

NWSCC's Scholarship Committee has determined that it will better serve its
objective by becoming a 501(c)(3) entity. In the future, this group will be
known as the Northwest Snow Sports Foundation ("Foundation"). As such, The
Foundation plans to continue its affiliation with NWSCC as a dues paying member
of the Council. The Foundation is committed to supporting young athletes who
strive to become leaders in academic pursuits, community involvement, and their
respected winter sport. Contact Diane Hicks at Dskier1@... or Brian Wolf at
Bwolf@... for information or the opportunity to become involved
with this program.





NWSCC Forms A New Fund Raising Committee

The NWSCC is expanding what was known as the Scholarship Committee to a broader
reaching fund raising committee. NWSCC has recognized that there are many
organizations and groups who support snow sports in many ways - whether it by
sponsoring events, providing services or participation in snowsport activities
to individuals, fund raising assistance for historical or special interest
facilities, and so forth. If you are interested in helping with this new
committee, please contact Diane Hicks at Dskier1@....





NWSCC Takes 4th at FWRA Championships

Only six racers from NWSCC participated at the FWRA Racing Championships at
Northstar-at-Tahoe, in early April. But we still managed to take 4th Place!
Congratulations go to:

Jim Martin - 1st in GS

Dale Parshall - 4th in Slalom and 4th in GS

Sheri Parshall - 4th in GS





WWW.NWSKIERS.ORG - E-Groups:

E-Letter: General list subscription. This is not a chat room, and does not allow
replies. Subscribers receive messages regarding announcements from NWSCC, FWSA,
and commercial members.

E-Reps is for NWSCC club reps to receive timely announcements to relay to their
club membership.

E-PACRATs is for PACRAT announcements.





Calendar:

Have an event open to all NWSCC members or the public? Post it on
www.nwskiers.org, Event Calendar, and then Add An Event. Types of events listed
in the calendar include club sponsored events open to NWSCC members and/or
public, NWSCC events, FWSA events, announcements from ski/snowboard related
non-profit groups and vendors.





Commercial Members:

Commercial members of NWSCC are welcome to submit announcements (E-Letter)
regarding upcoming sales, events, club member benefits, etc. Contact Mary
Olhausen at omary@... for information.





Travel Flier Information Requirements
Travel fliers and notices disclosing travel dates or costs for any NWSCC
sponsored trip must state "Washington State Seller of Travel #601-825-024" on
the flier/document. This rule applies only to NWSCC trips where NWSCC receives
money from clubs or participants. It does not apply to individual club trips.
Contact Sheri Parshall with questions at (503) 245-3782 or cougskier@....




NWSCC's Commercial Membership Program
The program benefits our commercial members. Contact Barb Pressentin Parshall at
(503) 514-4621 or for information


NEXT MEETING:

WEDNESDAY, MAY 16, 2001

Agenda: Oregon Cancer Ski Out

6:30 P.M.

Gourmet Stuft Pizza
4200 Mercantile, Dr., Lake Oswego

(503) 635-1313



Wednesday, June 20, 2001

Agenda: NWSCC and PACRAT Board Elections

All NWSCC Club Reps are urged to attend, or send a delegate to this meeting.



Directions:

From I-5, take Lake Oswego/Hwy 217 Exit

Drive east on Kruse Way toward Lake Oswego

Turn right on Mercantile (next to sign for the Keg Restaurant) into the business
park.



CONTACT SHERI PARSHALL FOR INFORMATION

(503) 245-3782 or cougskier@...



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