The Sunday Outings --- Ski /Hike / Snowshoe
A perfect way to get out and enjoy our wonderful local parks, with friends
and family, non-members are welcome! We will meet on Sundays in Jan and Feb
at 10:30 for breakfast and at 12 noon, at the parks. Depending on the
weather, we can ski, snowshoe or hike. And everyone may decide to go out
afterwards, too. No cost, except park entrance fees. Some of the parks do
rent skis, please call ahead and reserve, if needed. We have a great group
of people who have volunteered to lead each week. Many thanks to all of
them! Hope to see you on the trails!
Check the monthly calendar for locations
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Ski Instruction
Learn to Turn at Mt. Brighton 
For decades the Ann Arbor Ski Club has provided instruction
Mt. Brighton. Although most of the alpine activities are
out west or up north, a ski area 25 minutes from town
is a resource that we are lucky to have. We are joining
the Thunderbird Ski Club on Sunday mornings
for lessons at Mt. Brighton. The lessons are inexpensive and we get
a substantial discount in lift tickets through the T-birds.
However, bring your money in cash; No checks or credit
cards.
Angles!
What can be done at Mt. Brighton? If you don't ski or
board, this is the cheapest place to learn. A bunny hill
is a bunny hill, whether at Mt. Brighton or at Vail. In
the club program, you'll be able to take lessons at all
levels for 8-10 weeks (depending on the weather) - and
it is very economical.
If you kind of know how to ski or board, but are still
a beginner, you might as well learn the basics here where
it is so convenient. Then, if you make it up north or
out west, you'll be able to get off the green (beginner)
slopes and hit the blue and black (not black and blue)
slopes where the best scenery is.
What if you are an intermediate or advanced skier? Consider
running gates. Unlike many types of racing, ski racing
is not won by those in the best physical condition, nor
is it won by those willing to take the biggest risk by
"pointing them downhill." Instead, it is won
by those who can make the best turns. You have to go around
the gates (poles), and if you don't turn very well, you
don't go very fast. Note the pictures above. They are
of skiers before and after lessons with gates. Note that
the picture on the left shows the skier leaning into the
hill with too much weight on the inside ski. The second
picture shows a much more dynamic stance with most of
the weight on the outside (left) ski (but both skis are
working). Note that in the second picture the upper body
more vertical (almost in line with the gate or pole).
This leaves him ready to initiate the next turn without
skidding.
If you spend any time running gates, you will find that
your ability to turn when and where you want will improve
tremendously. It will help your skiing in the trees and
in the bumps, and you will be able to leave those railroad
track ski marks in the snow. Even if you don't like to
ski fast, you'll find that you have better control after
you've spent a few nights trying to make it around the
gates. This is where the convenience of Brighton pays
off: gates at Brighton are the same as gates at Vail.
A turn is a turn. Brighton will give you several opportunities
to improve this year.
Here are the details for the Mt. Brighton program.
- When: Sunday mornings.
- Dates: see calendar
- Times: Signup: 10:00AM -- 11:00 12:30PM -- 1:00
Lessons: 11:00AM -- 12:00 1:00PM -- 2:00
- Cost: Lessons: $10(payable in cash only)
Sign-up: The AASC will be joining the Ford Thunderbirds'
program for ski and nowboard lessons this year. The Thunderbirds
have an established lesson program with PSIA-certified
instructors for ski lessons. The lessons are pay as you
go.
Rentals: Not included. Contact Mt. Brighton and allow
time before the class to get equipment.
Go to the ski lesson desk
inside on the left of the center walk through to purchase.
Since we are not contracting through Mt. Brighton for
lessons, we will not receive a discount at the ticket window.
Information: For more information, contact Dick Steele
[DickSteele@aol.com]
248-685-1146.
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White Water Rafting/Biking/Hiking/Fishing and Cedar Point Weekend
October 1 - 3, 2010, on the Youghiogheny River(The Yawk)
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Annual Corn
Roast Membership Drive 
The annual Ann Arbor Ski Club Corn Roast is typically held the last Sunday of
August from 1-7pm. (Check the calendar for specific date) Volleyball, Games, Music,
Corn, Beverages,and Great Folks–it’s a great afternoon. This
is the event at which our Alpine ski trips open for sign-ups.
Bring something to grill, and a dish to share
with new friends, and join us at the Corn Roast!
Want to volunteer to help??? Call Duane Cole for more info or to volunteer. 734-516-0296
duanecole@worldnet.att.net
Location:
Cobblestone Farms
2771 Packard Road
Ann Arbor
See map for direction..
*Please note..* while the Corn Roast begins at 1:00PM trip sign-ups will start at 2:00PM.
Top of the Park
One of Ann Arbor's most beloved events, Top of the Park is the annual outdoor music and movie series produced by the Ann Arbor Summer Festival. Focusing primarily
on local and regional artists, the admission-free event occurs nightly from mid-June to early July.
Location: Ingalls Mall
University of Michigan campus
East Washington Street between Thayer & Fletcher
Check the calendar for club gatherings at Top of the Park!.
Art Fair
Strolling the Art Fair? Be sure to drop in at the Ski Club booth for a visit!
We are always located in the not-for-profit section.
Interested in working the booth? Email: jstarr403@yahoo.com
German Park
Es ist Sommerzeit im Park! During June, July & August, join the Ski Club the
last Saturday of each month, from 4-11 pm, at German Park for fun, food, music, and polkas!
German Park is located north of Ann Arbor at 5549 Pontiac Trail. Cover charge: $5.00
Look for our table!
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Volleyball
Summer Volleyball in the Park
Coordinators: Jeff and Linda Schroeder (Phone: 734-973-2136)
Event Info:
Yes! Spring is here! Time to roll out them 'ole (hopefully
freshly washed) jock shorts and head for the great outdoors.
The Ski Club will again offer spring/summer Volleyball
in the Park this year. Every Monday night we will meet
for volleyball on the east side of the pavilion at Burns
Park. Burns is located on the corner of Baldwin and Wells,
in east Ann Arbor. (A close major cross street…less
than a mile northeast of Packard and Stadium Blvd). Look
for us starting at 7pm on May 8th. This is social volleyball
and everyone is welcome. Instruction is available upon
request if you'd like to learn more about the game. We'll
be looking for you!!
Softball
It's that time again - AASC summer softball is right aroung
the corner! League games begin May 7th - July 16th(no games July 2nd);
sign ups will start
in April (probably the first meeting in April). There are 6
co-rec teams. The season includes three parties (it wouldn't
be an AASC event without parties!). There will be clinics offered
for the captains/assistant captains. The price for the season
is $55.00/member, $65.00/non-member.
Questions? Contact John DeWitt, dewittje@michigan.gov, 734-546-1546
Location of Games: Mitchell Field on Fuller Road, just below
and North of the University of Michigan Medical Center.
What to Bring: Bring your selves, maybe a frisbee for after
the game, rollerblades for blading down the path to Gallop Park,
some refreshments for after the game - no alcohol at the games.
However, after the games, we party near or in the parking lot.
There is no alcohol allowed in the Mitchell Field area - it
is University - but???
Why Come to Mitchell Field? Because Mitchell Field is the place
to be on Thursday evenings. This is where you can contact many
AASC members and wannabees. Many folks join the AASC just to
participate in the softball league. We play games exclusively
with other AASC teams. Be there.
More information on softball in Ann Arbor can be found on the
Ann
Arbor Parks and Recreation web site.
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Mountain Biking
OK, OK, maybe we're shy of mountains in Michigan. But
there are plenty of hilly trails through the woods, and
there is an active group of mountain bikers in the area
that goes out twice a week: Friday evenings and Sunday
mornings. The rides are usually followed by brunch or
dinner, if we feel like it. (We usually do.)
Biking schedule: click here.
Locations of the local rides: click
here.
Note: the biking schedule is NEVER final. Check the
schedule a few days before each ride "just in case."
Tennis
ASC SUMMER OUTDOOR TENNIS
During summer we will be playing mixed/coed doubles games on Saturdays 9am-12pm at
Huron High School courts in Ann Arbor (near crossing of Huron Parkway and Geddes Rd).
An alternative location for Saturday mornings is Saline Middle School (crossing of Maple and
Woodland)
There will always be players on Sunday from 4pm till dark at Ypsilanti High School courts
(near crossing of Packard and Hewitt) Finally, tennis under the lights would take place
on Wednesday nights from 8pm till the lights go out at Saline Recreational Center
(near crossing of Woodland and Textile) See you there! Egor Alekseev
Saturday/Sunday Tennis League
Chippewa Tennis Club
Schedule: To be announced
Event Info:
In the fall-winter-spring season, there will be weekly
social mixed doubles games on Saturdays 6pm-7.30pm and
competitive coed doubles games on Sunday 6pm-9pm at Chippewa
Club. For more information see AASC
Tennis Page or contact Egor Alekseev at yegor@ieee.org.
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Cross-Country
Skiing
Planning in progress...visit this page again
soon!
Ski Races
You Can Be A Racer! Ann Arbor participates
in the main alpine ski racing program for Michigan adults.
It's organized by 11 ski clubs. Everything you want to
know about the program, including the latest schedule,
is on the racing web site: www.maccracing.org.
In this program you run on true FIS-style
slalom and giant-slalom courses (just like the olympics
and world cup), on the best terrain in our region. There
are 12 races scheduled for five weekends up north. Four
of the weekends are at Boyne Mountain and one is at Searchmont
in Canada.
You don't have to make every weekend. If you can make
two weekends, it's worth doing. If you can make three
or more, it's a no-brainer--if you are an alpine skier,
sign up. (And remember, fat old skiers with good technique
always beat young athletic skiers with bad technique.
In this sport, you can be "out of shape" and
still have fun and do well.)
If you're 18 and raced in high school, get
ready for Elite-1 or Elite-2. If you're 58 and have never
run gates, welcome to class D! Also 16 & 17 years
old could race at MACC if parents are registered MACC
racers. We have 12 race days covering five weekends "up
north" from January through March.
To learn more about racing with the Ann
Ann Arbor Ski Club Race Team and the Michigan Alpine Competition Counsel, please mark you calendar, October 18, 2009, 2pm - 6pm, and attend a pre-party at Holly's place. We will discuss early season training camp, Searchmont lodging, other league schedules, and new/swap equipment.
The party is open to all who are interested in learning more about ski racing and how it improves ski technique and enjoyment of recreational skiing. Please invite friends, colleagues, etc. Food, beverage, & wine will be provided.
RSVP to Holly Polopolos (734) 995-3577 hpolo2s@comcast.net or Yasumasa Miyawaki (Yaz) at yazmiya@icsdata.com
We also welcome recreational skiers to join us for a ski trip to Searchmont Resort, Ontario Canada February 2010.
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General Meetings
The best way to learn what's new is to come to
a meeting. From September through April, club
meetings are held every other week to announce activities and
sign up.
Thursdays, 7:30-8:15 p.m., followed by socializing, drinks,
snack and dancing for a modest donation.
Cobblestone Farms
Packard Road, Ann Arbor
General Meeting/Program Schedule
2009 - 2010
9/10 - Dance - Theme Welcome Back
9/24 - Trivial Pursuit
10/8 - Dance - Homecoming
10/22 - Dance - Halloween Party
11/5 - Dance - X-Country Kick Off Party
11/19 - Fashion Show
12/3 - Casino Night Fundraiser
12/17 - Dance - Christmas Party
1/7 - Movie Night
1/21 - Dance
2/4 - Talent Show * note location
2/18 - Dance - Valentine Party *
3/4 - Mardi Gras
3/18 - Dance - St. Patty's Day Party - Elections
4/1 - Dance - Aloha Party
Print
driving directions
* Location for the February meetings is First Unitarian Universalist Congregational Church located at the corner of Ann Arbor-Saline and Ellsworth Roads.
4001 Ann Arbor-Saline Road
Ann Arbor, Michigan 48103-8739
Telephone 734-665-6158
For more information check the website, The First Unitarian Universalist.
Board
Meetings
Oct 6 - Paula Condon - Howell
Nov 10 - Janet Starr - Ann Arbor
Dec 9 - Liz Perri - Ann Arbor
Jan 12 - Dana Arning - Ann Arbor
Feb 10 - Valerie Wilson - Ann Arbor
Mar 10 - Meg Falahee - Ann Arbor
Apr 7 - Paula Condon - Howell
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