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• Board Meeting

  • Start
    Thu, May 09, 2019
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  • End
    Thu, March 05, 2020
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  • Schedule
    11 sessions
  • Location
    TBD

  Puzzle Together
  

  Stick Together

  Host: TBD

  
  

  Board Meeting
  By Invitation Only

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• General Meetings 2019 - 2020

  • Start
    Thu, September 19, 2019
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  • End
    Thu, April 23, 2020
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  • Schedule
    9 sessions
  • Location
    Cobblestone Farm

  General MeetingS

  One excellent way to get to know the club and meet members, or to learn what's new in the club is to come to a General Meeting.

  2019 - 2020

  Hosts: Board of Directors

  General Meetings Feature...

  • Face to face time with friends and new friends
  • Beer, wine, soft drinks, and snacks
  • Dance time guided by scene guru DJ Paul

  BYOB is Not Approved.  Beer and wine are provided. You must be age 21 or older, or accompanied by parent or guardian to attend an A2SC General Meeting.

  Non-Members are Welcome! 
  

  We request a $5 donation at the door from non-members* to help cover expenses. (On certain occasions, noted below, the requested cover is more.)

  We Meet at Cobblestone Farm
  

  Except when we don't and go to Mt. Brighton (in February and March.)

  * Non-Dues-paying-members;   A2SC does not collect any dues or fees through Meet-Up.  We have an annual membership fee and a collection system that predates the Internet!  Therefore members of our Meet-Up group who don't pay the annual fee are considered guests at our General Meetings.  Same goes with members of our Facebook Group.

  
  

  
  

  For additional detail specific to each meeting continue reading.

  Season Kickoff 19-SEP-2019 The Instructional Opens for Sign-ups Out-West Trips Still Open Take Sign-ups
  	Cross-Country Kickoff 10-OCT-2019 Terrace Inn  and Black Mountain Opens for Sign-ups Other Still-Open Trips Continue to take Sign-ups Select vendors will display skis and gear A beginner's cross country skiing video will be presented and accompanied by a discussion on techniques The Washtenaw Ski Touring Club will present their 2019-2020 trips.  Sign-ups for the WSTC trips begin on 20-OCT.
  Halloween 31-OCT-2019 Live Music She Bop! Costume Ball & Contest Deluxe Schnacks! Note! Cover Donation Requested from Everyone. $5/member & $10/guest
  	Pre-Holiday Breather 14-NOV-2019 After the business portion of the meeting Nancy Noll will provide 30 minutes of instruction and coaching on line dancing. My Cupid Shuffle is popular with the ladies. Everybody says!
  Christmas DANCE 5-DEC-2019 Dress Up and Celebrate the Season to Live Music by Spark Public Welcome $10 Cover ($5 for Dues-Paying Members) includes entry, food, and drink OR! Fulfill your cover with a new unwrapped gift for a child.  The toys and 50% of the gate will go to Toys for Tots and Ele's Place.	Note This meeting will be the last opportunity for members to sign on, face-to-face, for the following trips; Schuss/Shanty Creek (Instructional) Petoskey (Terrace Inn) Breckenridge (CO)
  	New Year on deck 9-JAN-2020 Pre-Instructional Get-Together!
  Mt. Brighton 20-FEB-2020 General Meeting goes on the road Some Members will gather for skiing before the meeting at 4 PM.   Meet at the inside ticket area.  Or, on the slope! For the General Meeting gather at the Ore Creek Mountain Grill. It's at the west end of the lodge near the Bauer Rd entrance to the parking lot.  (4141 Bauer Road, Brighton, MI  48116)
  	Mt. Brighton 19-MAR-2020 General Meeting goes on the road again Some Members will gather for skiing before the meeting at 4 PM.   Meet at the inside ticket area.  Or, on the slope!
  	ELECTIONS 2-APR-2020 The Annual Meeting A Quorum of Members Votes in the President and a Board of Directors for the new year. Read Nominating Committee eBlast Here.
  Aloha 23-APR-2020 Two Things to Know Aloha Means Hello Aloha Means Good-Bye Capisce?

  
  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Euchre Friday!

  • Start
    Fri, September 27, 2019
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  • End
    Fri, May 22, 2020
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  • Schedule
    9 sessions
  • Location
    Maplewood Lanes, 830 Woodland Drive East, Saline, MI

  TGIEF!
  

  The 4th Friday  of Each Month* 

  From September Through May

  Sign-in begins at 7:00
  play begins at 7:30

  Host: Dana Arning
  
  

  We play in the banquet room at the back of Maplewood Lanes Bowling Center  on the northeast corner of Saline. 

  $3 entry fee at the door.  Please bring quarters for the Euchre pots. 

  
  

  * Three times we meet on the 3rd Friday instead of 4th Friday -- November, December, and March.   Please note those adjustments to our Euchre Night schedule.

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• LIVE FUBAR

  • Start
    Fri, October 04, 2019
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  • End
    Fri, May 01, 2020
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  • Schedule
    8 sessions
  • Location
    LIVE, 102 S 1st St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

  SNAFU-FREE FUN

  Right in Front of Your Ears!

  Hosts: (See Below)

  FIRST FRIDAY FUBAR!

  At its core FUBAR is Andy Adamson, Dan Bennett, Jim Carey, Kim French, Sophia Hanifi and front man Randy Tessier, though at many performances and especially this one you're likely to see the stage crowded with hot-shot guest musicians-- guitars and horns!

  Best description of FUBAR known around here came from Randy himself; "Side B hits from the 60s, 70s, and 80s." In other words recognizable, but not overdone.

  FUBAR plays the first Friday and A²SC goes to Happy Hour at LIVE, not only on this Friday, but especially on this Friday.  More about the series below.

  Happy Hour at LIVE

  • 6:30 - 9:00 PM every Friday
  • No cover
  • Happy hour prices
  • Warning!   No draft bar
  • Support the band when they pass the pitcher

  Happy Hour Dancing at LIVE goes from September through May.  A rotation of house bands and an occasional guest play soulful funky rockin' dance music from a certain era, often performed by a certain era! 

  You don't have to dance to enjoy these fine performers.  Toe-tapping is almost as good for your heart and just as good for your soul.

  Regarding Hosts
  

  So many members and friends*, including many on the Social Committee, make this a weekly event so it is officially un-hosted.  First booth on the left as you enter is typically where you'll find about half our contingent.  The remainder are on the dance floor or close by. 

  To learn more about this week's performer check the Ann Arbor Happy Hour @ LIVE group page on Facebook.

  * 10 to 30

  You'll find many members most Fridays enjoying top-notch live bands at this venue September through May.
  

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• Big Screen Tuesday

  • Start
    Tue, December 03, 2019
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  • End
    Tue, December 01, 2020
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  • Schedule
    13 sessions
  • Location
    Red Robin & A2 20 IMAX, 3797 Carpenter Road, Ypsilanti, MI

  	ACTION! All the elements of a perfect A2SC event--  food and drink, interesting conversation, a shared objective.
  Agenda Meet at 5:30pm at Red Robin for their Happy Hour drinks and hors d'oeuvres. Discuss which film is the best one to see, and how so-&-so will entirely miss the plot of tonight's most sought film.    (You know who you are!) Head across the street for some cinema at Ann Arbor 20 IMAX.	Host: Nancy Noll We used to do this on Wednesdays! We moved to each month's first Tuesday because you can see a movie for $5 if you join the Cinemark Rewards Club, which is free.
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• Trivia Challenge at Pretzel Bell

  • Start
    Wed, December 11, 2019
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  • End
    Wed, March 11, 2020
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Pretzel Bell, 226 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

  CALLING ALL EINSTEINS

  Compete for fun and prizes playing Trivia at Pretzel Bell

  FUEL YOUR BRILLIANCE WITH A BEVERAGE AND APPETIZERS
  

  Hosts: Alan Osterdale and Julie Shea
  
  

  Meet in the basement.  Two games are played starting at 8 pm.  Each game takes about an hour.  The place fills quickly so arrive early to assure yourself a seat at the revived Pretzel Bell.

  When A²SC does it, it is by definition not trivial!

  
  

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• MACC Competitive Skiing

  • Start
    Sat, January 11, 2020
  • End
    Sun, March 08, 2020
  • Schedule
    5 sessions
  • Location
    Boyne Mountain, 1 Boyne Mountain Road Boyne Falls, MI 49713

  Do You Feel the Need for Speed?

  We've Got a Solution!

  
  

  Competitive Racing Coordinator:  Holly Polopolos

  A²SC fields a competitive racing team.  In 2014 our team brought home a trophy.  Build up your skills and your speed and have fun doing it.

  The Michigan Alpine Competition Council (MACC) is;

  

  "...a non-profit organization made of amateur ski racers who work as volunteers to run the main Alpine ski racing program for adults in the Michigan region.

  Our race series covers 12 races over five weekends each year at Boyne Mountain.

  It's open to virtually all adult recreational racers and also 14, 15, 16, and 17-year old racers with MACC parents.

  You race in a class based on ability and gender. Ability groups with lots of racers are further divided by age.

  Most races are FIS slalom and giant slalom. We also have a genuine super-G and a super-combined fun race at the end of the season."

  
  

  
  

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• Black Mountain Weekend

  • Start
    Fri, February 21, 2020
  • End
    Sun, February 23, 2020
  • Location
    847 S Main Street, Cheboygan, Michigan 49721

  Up North Cross-Country Skiing

  in Presque Isle County

  Host: Conchita Snuverink
  
  

  Trip Includes

  • Black Mountain cross-country skiing
  • Motel lodging in Cheboygan; group reservation 
  • Breakfast

  Sign-ups begin at the 10-OCT General Meeting.  There is space for 18 at double occupancy, which is $145 per person.

  
  

  DOWNLOADS

  • Flyer
  • Contract to Participate

  
  

  Black Mountain

  With more than 30 miles (48 km) of trails, hikers and skiers have their choice of routes for every skill level. Special pathways have been constructed for the traditional diagonal skier and the skate-skier. Pathways range from "Easy" to "Most Difficult".

  Skiers may find themselves gliding under majestic pines, taking in views of Black Lake and, under the right conditions, even getting a glimpse of Lake Huron. Trail users travel through a number of forest types and are able to see what a managed forest looks like in its various stages of regrowth. Four separate parking lots provide skiers and hikers access to the pathway loops which best suit their abilities or interests.

  More Information 

  • Michigan Trails Description  
  • Wikipedia Description
  • DNR Map
  • Cheboygan Links

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• Valley Spur XC with WSTC

  • Start
    Fri, March 06, 2020
  • End
    Mon, March 09, 2020
  • Location
    Munising, MI

  	Follow the Leaders To Up North Cross Country Skiing
  More Information Meet-Up Link WSTC 2020 Trips Brochure	A Trip Led By The Washtenaw Ski Touring Club

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Downhill at Breckenridge

  • Start
    Sat, March 07, 2020
  • End
    Sat, March 14, 2020
  • Location
    Breckenridge, Colorado

  A Short Hop From Denver

  Now $60 cheaper!

  Detailed Flyer

  Contract to Participate

  Hosts: Greg Robertson & TBD
  
    

  A better air fare from Southwest Airlines became available leading to an immediate $60 savings.  Plus, SW allows two free bags, therefore the savings can be up to $140! 

  Woo Hoo!

  

  With 5 distinct peaks & terrain ranging from mellow rolling learning greens to majestic high alpine chutes and bowls, Breckenridge has something for all abilities and interests. 

  Every beginner and intermediate trail is groomed nightly so you can enjoy endless turns throughout your day.  Or, ride North America’s highest chairlift, the Imperial Express, up to the high alpine bowls for unforgettable views and steeps. 

  If you’re looking for terrain parks, Breckenridge has five – one for every skill level.

  This Trip Includes

  • Pre-party,
  • RT airfare Detroit to Denver, CO,
  • ground transport to Breckenridge,
  • 7 nights lodging,
  • welcome reception,
  • five-day lift ticket (valid at Breckenridge, Keystone, Vail & Beaver Creek) and
  • post trip mega party.

  Lodging

  • Condo: 2 BR, 2 Bath
  • Hotel Room: 2 Bed

  Located conveniently at the base of Peak 9 with direct ski-in ski-out access plus a very short walk (or shuttle) to Main St. 
  

  Beaver Run Resort is the best location you will ever experience!!! 

  On-site amenities include

  • Condos: 1125 ft², Full kitchen, wood-burning fireplace, balcony, humidifier, WiFi
  • Hotel room: 362 ft², 2 queen beds, mini-fridge, microwave, humidifier, WiFi
  • Onsite: ski rental, ski lessons, restaurants, shopping, 2 pools, 9 outdoor hot tubs, free private ski lockers only steps from the snow

  Cost

  • $1,939 (4 person, 2-bedroom condo)
  • $1,914 (2 person hotel room)

  Downloads

  • Detailed Flyer
  • Contract to Participate

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• Utah Spring Skiing

  • Start
    Sat, March 28, 2020
  • End
    Thu, April 02, 2020
  • Location
    Bigelow Hotel, 2510 Washington Blvd, Ogden, UT 84401
  • Spaces left
    13
  • Registered
    15 registrants

  Register

  Snowbasin
  & Pow Mow

  Hidden Gems!
  Price Reduced!!

  
  

  DOWNHILL AND CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING
  SHREDDING HAPPENS TOO!

  • Detailed Flyer
  • Contract to Participate
  • Leader Contact Info  (Must be a member)

  Hosts: Dennis Slough and Luci Klinkhamer

    

  Price Reduced

  We switched from American Airlines to Southwest Airlines and got a better price, better flight times, and better baggage terms.   
  

  For everyone flying with us your trip is now $42 cheaper.  See new prices below. 

  Package	Cost
  Standard	$1311
  Senior Pass (64+)	$1260
  Single Occupancy	$1555
  No Air Travel	$679
  No Ski Pass	$919

  Note: Because Southwest is more punitive regarding cancellations and requires a much earlier hold  on seats, trip leaders have retained a portion of the savings in case the trip does not fill and we need to pay cancelled flyer penalties.  Let's fill this trip and not pay penalties!

   Standard Trip Package Includes

  • Roundtrip Air Fare, DTW – SLC
  • 5 Nights Lodging at the Bigelow Hotel
    
  • Roundtrip Airport Shuttle
  • Lift Tickets
  • • Powder Mountain 2-Day
    • Snowbasin 2-Day
  • Shuttle to/from Powder Mountain
  • UTA Roundtrip Passes (2) to/from Snowbasin
  • 5 Private Room Hot Breakfast Buffets: Eggs, Potatoes, Meat, Fruit, Yogurt
    
  • A Bigelow Hotel Welcome Reception
  • Pre-Trip Let’s Meet Party
  • Post-Trip Looking Back Party
  • On-the-Hill Party themed-- A Day at The Beach

  Non-Skier Activities

  • Snowbasin Gondola Ride and Dining at Mountaintop Lodge
  • Historic 25th Street in Ogden
  • UTA Frontrunner Trip to Salt Lake City
  • See a Show or Movie at the Egyptian Theater
  • And, More

  What are People Saying?

  Quite a few people are saying;

  Spring is a fun time to ski especially in a sunny place like Utah. 

  But, others ask us questions... two main questions.

  Aren't you done with skiing by the end of March? 

  Well, no, not when it’s some of the best skiing there is.  Warmer, usually sunnier, days means not only nicer temps, but less cold weather gear to muscle around! 

  Plus, there's more daylight and more hours of lift operation.

  There's less congestion on the slopes and at the lifts because a lot of skiers are thinking like this question; that it’s time to move onto other things.  

  Perhaps.  Think about all the things you can do back home in the season Michigan is entering at this time--  Mud Season! 

  Hmmm.

  What about the snow? How good?  How wet? 

  Generally the snow stays Winter blue near the top through morning.  South facing slopes soften under the sun in the afternoon.  Both Snowbasin and Powder Mountain divide their mountains into top half and bottom half lifts and if you stay on the top-half lifts the snow stays pretty dry.

  Closer to the mountain's base, groomed snow freezes overnight and melts under the sun during the day.  Bottom half runs will be a mixture of wet in the sun and drier snow in the shade.

  Cross-Country trails are generally in the bottom half zone, but with more trees that help protect the snow from too much sun.  Off trail the snow is frequently powdery under a crust of refreezing snow.

  March in Utah is the time of year when the snow base is greatest and if we see a typical Spring, quick-passing storms will roll through about every 3 days leaving a steady supply of fresh powder.

  Who's Going?

  See Who's Registered
  

  Send completed contract and payments via US Mail to a trip leader or take them to a General Meeting.  (See Trip Leader Contact Info for more information.)

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• 66th Annual Ann Arbor Ski Club Corn Roast

  • When
    Sun, August 30, 2020
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    1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Washtenaw County, MI

  Another year to celebrate

  Mark Your Calendar!

  Hosts: The Board of Directors
  Corn Roast Czar: TBD
  
  

  The annual extravaganza known as The Corn Roast will be held again NEXT  year in Washtenaw County!   

  Send us your suggestions,
  (with pros and cons enumerated please.)

  Come enjoy the kick-off event of our ski year. There will be food, games, music and corn! 

  The BOD will supply, in addition to grilled corn, grilled hot-dogs and chips, kegged beer, wine, soft drinks, and water.   Also, supplied by the club is table service-- no need to bring your own kit.

  Bring a dish to pass.  And, use one of our fired-up grills to cook your own entree.

  
  

  Ski Trips will be Opened for Registration

  
  

  Public Welcome!

  Non-members are encouraged to join us at the Ann Arbor Ski Club's biggest event of the year, which draws hundreds of members and friends.  It's an excellent way to learn about our trips, events, and membership.

  Costs for members and guests are;

  • $5? Entrance Fee to the Corn Roast and possibly,
  • $20? (TBD) Annual Membership Dues for new or renewing members.

  The Welcome Desk will be ready to take your Renewal Dues.

  You must be 21 or older, or accompanied by
  your parent or guardian to attend the
  A²SC Corn Roast.

  BYOB is not approved.  The club supplies beer and wine.

  
  

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• Pedal 'n Pour 2020

  • Start
    Fri, September 18, 2020
  • End
    Sun, September 20, 2020
  • Location
    Bayshore Resort, 833 E Front St, Traverse City, MI

  TART TIMES IN TC

  Bike a Paved Rail Trail Along Grand Traverse Bay

  Up North Michigan
  Late Summer weekend
  Leelanau Peninsula
  a battalion of fun friends
  on bikes!

  Sign-ups Begin in April

  Hosts:  Joe Knopp and Bonnie Marsalese
     

  Included

  • Two nights lodging at Bayshore Resort on Grand Traverse Bay
    
  • TART trail system bike rides-- Saturday and optionally Sunday
  • Lunch and laughs at Hop Lot in Suttons Bay
  • TC evening on the town or at the beach-- your call, your tab
  • Friday night hospitality suite serving dinner and beverages
  • Continental breakfasts each morning

  How Much
  

  • $232 for double occupancy
  • $478 for single occupancy

  Limited to first 48 paid registrants with each single room sold reducing maximum number of travelers by one.

  For detailed information open the
  flyer and contract to participate.
  

  Preparation Resources

  • TART (Traverse Area Recreation Trails)
  • Rails-to-Trails on Leelanau
  • Hop Lot Brewing in Suttons Bay

  
  

  
  

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