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Oakland - San Francisco Bay Area Established in 1972

JANUARY 2008 Issue
Visit our Website:http://www.asscskiclub.org


In This Issue

  • Winter Carnival 2008
2007-2008 Executive Board

President, Gary Garrett, Slim2700@hotmail.com
209-477-0521

Vice President, Ricardo Thomas, ricjthomas@aol.com
510-635-3473

Treasurer, Karen Allen busykallen@aol.com
510-728-4309

Secretary, Angie Ross angieb3d@aol.com
510-589-5024

Newsletter Editor Patsy Cunningham c-ham@comcast.net
510-482-2999

Membershipchair, Cynthia Cooper, carmalmama@sbcglobal.net
925-706-8252

Member At Large, Claudette Center ccenterride@aol.com510-531-4992

Fundraiser Chair, Maureen (Jenny) West, mstealight@yahoo.com
510-501-2084

Recruitment Chair, Phyllis Lohar-Singh, sunflowerhot@hotmail.com
510-599-3509

Activities Chair, DeWayne McDainels 1skidmc@sbcglobal.net
510-636-1950

Youth Director, Karen Ambeau kambeau1@aol.com
510-538-3368

Head Western Region Ski Coach & National NBS Assistant Ski Coach, Prescott Reavis skibison@gmail.com
510-638-7069
Membership

Membership Fees for the 2007/2008 Season
New Membership Rate $50.00 single, $70.00 joint
Renew rate: $40.00 single, $60.00 joint
Make check out to ASSC, Mail to P.O. Box 12593, Oakland, 94604 ATTN: Cynthia Cooper -Membership Chair
Contact membership chair Membershipchair, Cynthia Cooper, carmalmama@sbcglobal.net
925-706-8252 for more information Membership Application
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Contact Us

To contact us:
All Seasons Ski Club
P.O. Box 12593
Oakland, CA 9460]
news@asscskiclub.org

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Happy New Year

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2008


NBS Mission: " To identify, develop and support athletes of color, who will win international and Olympic winter sports competitions, representing the United States, and increase participation in winter sports"

Click here for NBS Website NBS
Clock Resolutions
President's Message
HAPPY NEW YEAR ALL SEASONS!!

Our own Elite downhill racer has done it again; after finishing 6th in the Telluride Skiercross Errol has been invited to travel to France with Tyler Shepherd, U.S. Skiercross coach and other members of the U.S. Skiercross team to compete in the World Cup Skiercross this month. Errol has also qualified for the X Games and the Deer Valley, Utah Skiercross World cup. This is extremely special because in 2010 the Skiercross will become an Olympic event and Errol with his speed, ability and unwavering desire to go faster and jump higher has an excellent chance of landing on the Olympic ski team and medaling in this event. Take a look at Errol in Action Downhill

Phillip Bells Birthday Bash
I know you were there because everyone was there and the “joint was jumpin”. Phillip packed the house, both sides of the Marriott Ballroom open and two dance floors rockin’. He outdid himself this year, we had a ball, can’t wait till the next one.

The Prez’z Retirement
Let’s face it when you work 10 days a month retirement really doesn’t feel that different. I’m so busy now, I don’t know how I had time to go to work. Like the retirees say “I’ve been training for this for the past 30 years” All I have to do now is find something to do every third day”

WINTER CARNIVAL ’07 HEAVENLY SKI RESORT LAKE TAHOE
We are still going so let’s get that registration in hand before you miss out. Come on’ bring family and friends to this great event that runs the Region, provides funds and showcases our youth.
FIRE SAFETY MESSAGES OF THE MONTH:
Put fireplace ashes in Metal Cans // Be a courteous and safe holiday driver
Gary D Garrett
President All Seasons Ski Club
Oakland/SF/Bay Area

New Year's Resolutions

Resolutions Happy New Year and along with that comes the tradition of making resolutions. Yes, New Year's Resolution is a commitment that an individual makes to a project or a habit, often a lifestyle change that is generally interpreted as advantageous. The name comes from the fact that these commitments normally go into effect on New Year's Day and remain until the set goal has been achieved. More socio-centric examples include resolutions to donate to the poor more often, to become more assertive, or to become more economically or environmentally responsible. The new year resolution is one example of the rolling forecast-method of planning. According to this method, plans are established at regular short or medium-term time intervals, when only a rough long-term plan exists.

Tips for Making Good New Year's Resolutions

There is a right way and a wrong way to make a New Year's resolution. Here are a few expert tips to see that your resolution actually makes a difference:

1. Create a Plan
Setting a goal without formulating a plan is merely wishful thinking. In order for your resolution to have resolve, (as the word "resolution" implies), it must translate into clear steps that can be put into action. A good plan will tell you A) What to do next and B) What are all of the steps required to complete the goal.

2. Create Your Plan IMMEDIATELY
If you're like most people, then you'll have a limited window of opportunity during the first few days of January to harness your motivation. After that, most people forget their resolutions completely.
It is imperative that you begin creating your plan immediately.

3. Write Down Your Resolution and Plan
MyGoals.com exists to help you formulate a plan, which we then help you stick to. But even if you don't use myGoals.com, commit your resolution and plan to writing someplace, such as a notebook or journal.

4. Think "Year Round," Not Just New Year's
Nothing big gets accomplished in one day. Resolutions are set in one day, but accomplished with a hundred tiny steps that happen throughout the year. New Year's resolutions should be nothing more than a starting point. You must develop a ritual or habit for revisiting your plan. myGoals.com helps you stick to your plan by providing email reminders that arrive when it's time to work on a given task.

And finally...

5. Remain Flexible
Expect that your plan can and will change. Life has a funny way of throwing unexpected things at us, and flexibility is required to complete anything but the simplest goal. Sometimes the goal itself will even change. Most of all, recognize partial successes at every step along the way. Just as a resolution isn't accomplished the day it's stated, neither is it accomplished the day you reach your goal. Rather, it's accomplished in many small increments along the way. Acknowledge these incremental successes as they come.

Next General Meeting Theme: Winter Carnival Kickoff

Snow
Members Corner

Remembering the Dream

MLK When:19 - 21 Jan 2008
Where:San Francisco Bay Area
Cost:Free
Martin Luther King Jr (1929-1968)The Northern California Martin Luther King, Jr Birthday Observance Committee, Inc organises this weekend of celebration and remembrance in San Francisco every year. The Freedom March takes place on Monday, starting at 4th Street and Townsend Street, and around 20,000 people take part. Events taking place over the weekend include the MLK Youth and Family Day at Yerba Buena Gardens, situated on Mission St between 3rd and 4th Sts. Celebration services are held and there is a Labour and Community Breakfast.
MLK
Members Birthday for January 08 - 
 
1-2-Phillip McLeod
1-3-Tillman Thornton
1-7-Cynthia Cooper
1-7-Jacob Malone
1-14-Irene Muir
1-15- Andre Driskoll
1-15- Andre Matthews
1-20-Mimi Johnson-Jacob
1-21-Willie Cooper
1-21- Don Pilkinton
1-25- Davia Jackson
1-31-Charles Clemons
Members Corner - continued
2007/2008 New/Renewal Membership
 
James Nimmo
Judy Garrett
Hal Morrison
Bana Jones

              * New Members
Bid Whist
Bid Whist
If you're interested in monthly Bid Whist parties contact Cheryl Archer at archway5@hotmail.com to get on the email list
First Friday's
First Fridays - Monthly Networking Affair
1st Friday
Click on the logo and check the website for more details

ASSC Upcoming Events
Summit08
National Brotherhood of Skiers
2008 AMCC Summit
Celebrating 35 years of Skiing
Breckenridge, CO
January 12 – 19, 2008
This year the NBS will be offering two types of Registration, one for Skiers and one for First Time/Non Skiers. Each type of Registration will include a Breck35 personal activity pass. Additionally, they will offer a limited number of ½ week or mid-week Registrations with the Mini Breck35 pass. Click here for details on the various options for Registration. For More Information Contact Trip Coordinator: Debi Dohm.
Northstar

January 12, 2008

Bus and lift ticket -------------------$105
Bus - lift ticket and rental------- $140
Bus and Beginners lesson ------$125
(Light refreshments included )

Bus will leave Hercules Park & Ride @ 5am Contact: Cynthia Cooper 925-706-8252
Email: carmalmama@sbcglobal.net for more information. Please mail payment to:
Karen Allen
Attn: ASSC/Cynthia Cooper
23039 Avis Lane
Hayward , CA 94541

NBS WESTERN REGION Presents WINTER CARNIVAL 2008
February 7TH - 10TH
Winter Carnival08
HEAVENLY SKI RESORT
LAKE TAHOE, CALIF

For Lodging information - click link below South Lake Tahoe Lodging Information
Parties * Happy hours * Sunday Brunch * Picnic on the Hill *
Racing Registration: $10.00 (seperate) Contact: John Polk 510-830-9590
Make checks out to ASSC, Mail to PO Box 12593, Oakland, CA 94604.

Host Hotel: Horizon Casino Resort. Trip Leaders will coordinate lodging at Lakeland Village Beach & Mountain resort. Note: To secure a condo you must gather all your condo mates with deposits in order for ASSC to hold it. Non-Members add $20.00 - Admin Fee $10.00
Youth Club Information
All Seasons Youth Ski Club meets every 2nd Tuesday @ Sequoyah Community Church for more information call Karen Ambeau @ 510-538-3368
If you have children, relatives, or friends, who are interested in joining the Youth Club, membership applications are available at the Adult Club Meeting. The annual Youth Membership Dues are $10

Club Information
Date Event Package and ~ Cost Contact
January 12 - 19, 2008 Summit 2008 - Breckenridge, CO See Information above Trip Coordinator: Debi Dohm
February 6 - 10, 2008 Winter Carnival '08 - See Information above Trip Coordinator: John Polk & Terry Toomer
March 14-16, 2008 23rd Annual Heavenly / Sierra Jama Jam Stay Tune Trip Coordinator:Gary Garrett
January 12, 2008 Northstar See Information Above Trip Coordinator: Cynthia Cooper
2007/2008 Ski Schedule Coming Soon Pray for Snow TBD

If you are interested in coordinating and marketing any the trips statused "TBD", contact
DeWayne McDaniels at 510-636-1950 or 1skidmc@sbcglobal.net

Meeting Schedule & Themes
Date Day General Meeting Theme Location/Time
Jan 2, 2008 Wednesday @ 7:30pm Summit Kick-Off California Ballroom 7:30p.m.
February TBD, 2007 Wednesday @ 6:00pm Chocolate & Champagne California Ballroom 7:30p.m
All Seasons Ski Club meets on the first Wednesday of each month, at 7:30pm.
Join us at the California Ballroom, 1736 Franklin St, Oakland. :
© 2006-2007 All Seasons Ski Club

ASSC Cancellation and Refund Policy

IF THE CLUB CANCELS AN ACTIVITY/EVENT, MONEY WILL BE RETURNED EXCEPT AS LISTED:
A) If cancellation occurs 60 days before event, all money will be refunded.
B) N.B.S., Inc. (Summit/Mini-Summit) registration and lodging fees are non-refundable at any time.
Note: There is no refund for missed transportation.
C) Money will be refunded less charges made by the contracted agency, charges incurred by the club on behalf of the participant, such as deposits, or non-refundable charges.
D) Each participant will sign a trip participation application that details the cancellation/refund policy.
IF THE INDIVIDUAL CANCELS:
A) All cancellations must be in writing.
B) N.B.S., Inc. (Summit/Mini-Summit) registration and lodging fees are non-refundable at any time.
C) All money paid will be returned less any charges incurred and an administrative fee.
Returned Check Fees: For costs $100 or less, $25 Fee. For costs >$100, $50 Fee. Checks will not be accepted from repeat offenders.