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1 Raleigh Ski and Outing Club CELEBRATING 51 YEARS OF FUN AND ADVENTURE! VOLUME 51 ISSUE 8 AUGUST 2016 RSOC CALENDAR ONGOING Thursday Evening Bike Rides AUGUST 13 Day Sail at Jordan Lake 17 McCormick & Schmick s Seafood Restaurant Camping at Stone Mountain State Park SEPTEMBER 10 Day Sail at Jordan Lake OCTOBER 29 Halloween Party DECEMBER 3-10 Steamboat Race/Ski/Ride Camp JANUARY Beaver Creek, Colorado Ski Trip MARCH Engelberg, Switzerland Ski Trip AUGUST 9th MEETING Think COOOL thoughts and look ahead to the upcoming ski season. We ll relive the fun of past ski trips with a presentation by club member, Ken Schuster. GET YOUR RSOC TEE SHIRTS! AUGUST 9th MEETING REI 1751 Walnut Street, Cary (corner of Walnut Street and Buck Jones Road) ENTER THE STORE, GO RIGHT TO THE GLASSED-IN ROOM NEXT TO THE CANOE SECTION MEETING TIME: 7:00-8:45 p.m. The RSOC Board will meet Tuesday, August 16, 7:00 p.m. at Aladdin s Eatery, 8201 Brier Creek Parkway, Suite 107, Raleigh. All members are welcome to attend this meeting. RSOC short-sleeve tee shirts with an embroidered logo are available for only $15! So, contact Jim Bennett at jben@mindspring.com to place your order!

This is the perfect event for our new members to make new acquaintances or members to bring a guest that might be interested in join RSOC. It is also a great event to spend time with your kids.

2 JORDAN LAKE DAY SAIL AND PADDLE Saturday, August 13 #BT1603 Join your friends at Jordan Lake for a fun day of sailing, canoeing and kayaking. Bring a picnic lunch, bring the kids, and enjoy the beach at Vista Point for a relaxing day of sailing, paddling and socializing. This is the perfect event for our new members to make new acquaintances or members to bring a guest that might be interested in join RSOC. It is also a great event to spend time with your kids. No experience is necessary and instruction will be available for newcomers to these sports. The only cost for this trip is the $6 State Park entrance fee. Please sign up in advance. A minimum of 5-6 people is needed to help with the boats. If we do not have enough people signed up by Friday, August 11, to help with unloading and loading the boats at the end of the day, the event will be cancelled. The club boats will be available starting about 11:00 a.m. If no one shows up by 1:00 p.m., the trip will be cancelled. If you are a sailboat owner and would like to share your boat with other club members, please come out and help make the day even more fun. Location: Vista Point at Jordan Lake Directions: Take US 64 West toward Pittsboro. Cross over the lake and continue west until you reach Pea Ridge Road (first signal light after crossing the lake). Turn left at Pea Ridge Road. Pea Ridge Road will end at the Vista Point park area. Continue to the end of this road in the park. We will be at the beach area to the far left of the boat ramps. Meeting/start time: 11:00 a.m. End time: 5:00 p.m. Maximum attendees: 40 Guests (per member) allowed: 5 Coordinator: Jim Bennett jben@mindspring.com 919/ JORDAN LAKE DAY SAIL SCHEDULE Mark your calendar for the following scheduled RSOC Saturday sailing event, the details of which will be published in upcoming issue of the newsletter. September 10 Please note that day sails will not take place unless there are at least six sign ups prior to the event, and participants must be available to help unload and load the boats. McCORMICK & SCHMICK S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT Wednesday, August 17 #LE1613 McCormick & Schmick s Seafood Restaurant is committed to culinary excellence. They demonstrate their commitment by offering the largest selection of the freshest seafood, seasonal dishes prepared with local ingredients, and regional chefinspired preparations. They ensure the variety and freshness of their seafood and produce with deliveries throughout the day. With dozens of preparations available on the menus including fresh seafood, aged steaks, poultry, pastas and more the menu changes daily at McCormick & Schmick s Seafood Restaurant; so, we will certainly enjoy the delicious food! If you arrive before the Coordinator, please grab a table inside or outside, depending on how cool Mother Nature is being. Location: Crabtree Valley Mall, 4325 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh / Meeting/start time: 5:00 p.m. End time: approximately 2 to 3 hours Event fee: Cost of dinner and drinks Maximum attendees: 12 Coordinator: Dwen Andrews-Cita 919/ or 919/ dwencita@gmail.com TAKE ADVANTAGE OF RSOC MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS! As a member of the RSOC, you are also a member of the Crescent Ski Council (CSC) and the National Ski Coun ci l Federati on (NSCF). Numerous businesses have offered discounts to members of the clubs belonging to the NSCF. You can access the NSCF members benefits page through the RSOC website ( 1) login; 2) click on members only in the left column; 3) login to the NSCF site; 4) scroll to the bottom of the page and click on NSCF Member Benefits Page. Page 2 RSOC August 2016

CAMPING AT STONE MOUNTAIN STATE PARK Friday-Sunday, August 26-28 THURSDAY EVENING BIKE RIDES IN UMSTEAD STATE PARK #AD0905 Join us to cycle through the beautiful Umstead State Park.

The rides are usually followed up with some much needed refreshments and food at a local dining establishment.

Coordinator: Paul Santrock 919/803-3300 psantrock@mindspring.com #AD1604 There are still a few spaces available for this great outing!

3 CAMPING AT STONE MOUNTAIN STATE PARK Friday-Sunday, August THURSDAY EVENING BIKE RIDES IN UMSTEAD STATE PARK #AD0905 Join us to cycle through the beautiful Umstead State Park. This is a great way to stay in shape. We ride approximately two hours on mountain or hybrid bikes. We ride every Thursday (weather permitting). All riding abilities are welcome. The rides are usually followed up with some much needed refreshments and food at a local dining establishment. Location: Meet at the North Carolina Museum of Art parking lot adjacent to Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh. Meeting time: 5:30 p.m. Event Fee: No fee; but, please let the coordinator know in advance if you plan to attend. Coordinator: Paul Santrock 919/ psantrock@mindspring.com #AD1604 There are still a few spaces available for this great outing! Spend the weekend camping, hiking, and spending campfire time with fellow campers. We have two side-by-side group campsites reserved at the North Carolina Stone Mountain State Park for Friday through Sunday. The massive granite dome at Stone Mountain State Park keeps watch on park visitors enjoying nearly every type of outdoor activity camping, hiking, climbing, fishing, picnicking, horseback riding and more. Travel, tent, food, and other camping needs are the responsibility of each camper. Carpooling is encouraged. Cost: (For camping only) $15 for RSOC members for the weekend; $20 for non-members. Number of campers: 20 maximum Location: Stone Mountain State Park is northwest of Winston Salem, and is less than a three hour drive from Raleigh. Coordinator: Ken Schuster 919/ Kschoo2429@yahoo.com HALLOWEEN PARTY WELCOME (BACK) TO FRANKENSTEIN S LABORATORY Saturday, October 29 #LE1603 Dr. Frankenstein and his loyal assistant await your arrival at his famous laboratory WELCOME! Pull out those great Halloween costumes you have in storage, and you just might win a prize for your creativity. Provided: Dance music, soft drinks (with you bringing a snack to share), some tasty creations made right at Frankenstein s laboratory, and costume prizes. You ll also need to bring your favorite beer and wine.. Location: Kitts Creek Clubhouse, Kit Creek Road, Morrisville Directions: If you re going West on I-40 from Raleigh Go Past I-540 exit and get off on Page Road exit. Take a right onto Page Road and cross over Miami Blvd (Hwy 54). Office Depot is on the left. You are now on Hopkins Road. Take your first left off Hopkins onto Key Stone. (There may not be a street sign here). Stay on Key Stone through one stop sign and two roundabouts keep going straight. After the second roundabout, you will see Kitts Creek subdivision (Kit Creek Road) on your right. Stay on Kit Creek Road, and the Clubhouse will be on your left. If you re coming East on I-40 from Durham Exit onto Hwy. 55 or Davis Drive and go south. Take a left onto Kit Creek Road. You will go over a bridge (cross over Hwy. 147) and enter Kitts Creek subdivision. Stay on Kit Creek Road and the Clubhouse will be on your left. If you re coming North on Davis Drive or Hwy. 55 Cross UNDER I-540. Take a right onto Kit Creek Road. You will go over a bridge (cross over Hwy. 147) and enter Kitts Creek subdivision. Stay on Kit Creek Road and the Clubhouse will be on your left. Start time: 8:00 p.m. End time: Midnight Event fee: RSOC members: $14.00 Non members: $ Sign up at the September or October club meetings, sign up online at the RSOC website, or mail a check to The Clemmensens (check payable to RSOC ) at 5714 Cheek Road, Durham, NC Maximum attendees: 75 Guests (per member) allowed: 4 Coordinators: Frank and Shirley Clemmensen 919/ frankclem@frontier.com RSOC August 2016 Page 3

STEAMBOAT RACE/SKI/RIDE CAMP December 3-10 #SK1604 This trip is set-up as a race camp/ski school program, and everyone is encouraged to participate.

However, if you desire, the lesson portion may be deducted. Also, there are other deducts and adds, especially for teens and children.

crescentski council.org/tripflyers/trip_app_steamboat_2016.

) Welcome wine and cheese party Keg party Western BBQ dinner Awards banquet with door prizes Free shuttle bus service Ski socks (pending sponsorship) WHAT NOT INCLUDED: 3% credit

4 STEAMBOAT RACE/SKI/RIDE CAMP December 3-10 #SK1604 This trip is set-up as a race camp/ski school program, and everyone is encouraged to participate. Past participants can attest to the benefit of this type of program. If you have never tried it, you should; you will probably be pleasantly surprised. However, if you desire, the lesson portion may be deducted. Also, there are other deducts and adds, especially for teens and children. SIGN-UP: All applicants must be a member of a Crescent Ski Council affiliated club (such as RSOC) at the time of the trip to participate. Everyone must sign up directly with our travel agent, Sports America Tours (SAT) in Santa Rosa, California. SAT will require a filled-out and signed application form with payment is requird to be confirmed onto the trip (see contact info below). If paying by check, make payable to SAT. Alternatively, online sign-up is available at: (Payment must be received within 15 days of online registration). SIGN-UP PERIOD: Sign-up period ends November 1 or when the 400-participant limit is reached, whichever occurs first. SAT will not accept any form of application for sign-up after this period. PACKAGE COST (varies): Ranging from $1,059 to $1,272, depending on number of occupants). Rates/options are outlined at the CSC website at: crescentskicouncil.org/tripflyers/trip_information_ Steamboat_2016.pdf The application form can be found at: council.org/tripflyers/trip_app_steamboat_2016.pdf WHAT'S INCLUDED: Seven nights lodging at The Steamboa t Six-day lift ticket Five full days of lessons including a NASTAR or CSC Format race Three lunches (Mon. Wed., Fri.) Welcome wine and cheese party Keg party Western BBQ dinner Awards banquet with door prizes Free shuttle bus service Ski socks (pending sponsorship) WHAT NOT INCLUDED: 3% credit card fee charged by SAT (if credit card is used) Airfare (SAT will handle for you if you wish) Ground transportation (SAT has bus/rental car options) Trip insurance Other meals not specifically listed Equipment rentals (special CSC discount available at Christy Sports) QUESTIONS: Travel Agent: Sports America Tours, Sara Clemons, 120 Stony Point Road, Suite 245, Santa Rosa CA 95401; 800/ or 707/ , ext. 125; fax 707/ ; csc@sportsamerica.com. Steamboat Trip Leader: Cathie Mulgrew. Scenes from New River Canoe, Kayak, Camping Trip July 22-24, 2016 Many thanks to Vicki Fels for providing the photos. Page 4 RSOC August 2016

There will be lots of activities including parties and a NASTAR race. Don't miss out on going to this great location.

5 BEAVER CREEK, COLORADO SKI TRIP January 14-21, 2017 #SK1701 Join your RSOC friends for this Crescent Ski Council ski trip to Beaver Creek, Colorado. This will be a fun-filled week staying at The Charter slope-side condos. Renew your friendships with members of other Crescent Ski Council clubs. There will be lots of activities including parties and a NASTAR race. Don't miss out on going to this great location. Your package includes: Seven-night lodging Five-day lift pass Airport transfers Group events Welcome reception Mid-week lunch Apres party NASTAR race Group Vail day Farewell dinner and dance Lodging: The Charter (ski in/ski out) in Beaver Creek West Trip Cost: $1,483 (land only). (NOTE: Air through Sports America Tours will run about $451.) Guest Fee: NO guests allowed on Crescent Ski Council trips. You must be a member of RSOC or another CSCauthorized club to go on this trip. Cancellation Fee: $50 plus tour operator fees; full amount after September 15 Payment Schedule: Initial Payment: $400, July 12 Second Payment: $500, September 13 Final Payment: Balance, November 8 Number of Spaces: 36 Coordinator: Ken Schuster 919/ kschoo2429@yahoo.com GET YOUR RSOC STICKER! We now have RSOC stickers available that would look great on your car bumper, in a window, on a ski bag. They measure 5 1/2 x 3 1/2, and will be available for you to pick up at RSOC meetings. ENGELBERG, SWITZERLAND SKI TRIP March 3-11, 2017 #SK1702 Don t miss this exciting trip to Switzerland to the beautiful ski resort at Engelberg. From here, you can enjoy a week of skiing, or take time to tour nearby sites and cities such as Zurich, Lucerne, and Interlaken. Your package includes: Round trip air transportation between Raleigh-Durham and Zurich via Delta Airlines Round trip transfers between Zurich and Engelberg via private coach Seven nights accommodations at the 3-Star Hotel Terrace. Welcome drink and orientation at the hotel evening of arrival, before dinner Full hot and cold breakfast buffet daily Full dinner buffet daily with choice of main dishes Red and white wine included with dinner Six-day lift pass valid at Titlis Mountain Complementary ski guiding every day except Sunday on Titlis Mountain Complimentary use of the hotels steam room and sauna All local taxes All Air taxes Trip Cost: $2,216 for signups by August 10 ($2,266 thereafter) Deduct $985 for land only Guest Fee: Additional $50 Cancellation Fee: $50 plus tour operator fees; full amount after September 15 Payment Schedule: Initial Payment: $500 August 9 Second Payment: $500 October 1 Final Payment: Balance December 11 Number of Spaces: 32 Coordinator: Susan Nicholas 919/ Susannicholas1000@hotmail.com JOIN THE RSOC FACEBOOK LINK! RSOCers, What is the best way to keep in touch with all your RSOC friends? Facebook! We have our own Facebook page; so, please join the group and keep up to date with the upcoming events and postings from your RSOC friends. RSOC August 2016 Page 5

6 BOARD OF DIRECTORS OFFICERS Charlie Kincaid, President Shirley Clemmensen, Secretary Paul Santrock, Treasurer INTERNAL AFFAIRS Sharyn Kloster, Membership Open, Programs Andy Saliby, Publicity Shirley Clemmensen, Newsletter Open, Community Service Jim Bennett, Skiing Vice President SKIING DIRECTORS Open, Overnight Trips John Christensen, Racing Open, Crescent Ski Council Rep Open, Ski School Charlene Flahiff, Outings V.P OUTINGS DIRECTORS Open Hiking/Backpacking Dwen Andrews-Cita, Locals Susan Nicholas, Adventures Open, Boating Open, Canoe/Kayak IMPORTANT RENEWAL NOTICE! Renewing your membership online requires you to renew within a window of time around your expiration date. If you have to renew after this window, you will need to send a check to the RSOC post office box, or bring a check to the RSOC meeting. Also, please ensure that you keep your data and address current on the website. Click on Member Area, logon and if this is the first time your login name and password will be your first initial and last name (example: John Doe would be jdoe ). After login in, clock on My Info to check your data. You can change your password at this point. Sharyn Kloster, Membership Director CHANGE OF ADDRESS, , PHONE, OR NAME? Login to the Member Area and select My Info to change your Address, Phone Number, or Name. It is important to keep your personal data up to date because this what we use for mailings and notifications. OR submit in writing to: RSOC Data Processing Member Info. Correction 4721 Treadstone Court, Raleigh, NC RALEIGH SKI AND OUTING CLUB APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP (If you renew online after your membership has expired, yours will be considered a new membership.) Name(s) Address City State/Zip Phone home work New Member Renewal address Spouse How did you heard about us Membership category and annual membership fee: Individual $40 (renewal $35) Single with children under 18 $40 (renewal $35) Married couple with children under 18 $60 (renewal $55) Married couple without children $60 (renewal $55) Fulltime College Student under 30 years $25 (renewal $20) Please note: Payments must accompany application (no cash, checks only please, or join/renew on the web [ with credit card.) All applications must be approved by the Board of Directors. Payment covers a 12 month membership period. (Payments are not tax deductible) I fully realize that RSOC activities involve a risk of personal injury and property damage, and I do hereby agree to assume all risk of any injury, damage, or loss of my person or property. And I do hereby for myself, my heirs, executors, and administrators, waive and release any claims or rights against the Raleigh Ski and Outing Club, Inc., and all of its officers, directors and coordinators for any and all injury, damage, or loss to my person and property incurred during these activities. If my application is approved, I hereby agree to abide by the Bylaws and Policies of Raleigh Ski and Outing Club Inc. Signature Date Spouse s signature Date Names and ages of children (single parent and full family memberships) All adult members must sign. If under 18 years of age, signature of parent or guardian is required. Send mailed membership applications to: Sharyn Kloster RSOC Membership Director 613 Aylestone Drive Cary, NC Or, if applying online with credit card: Page 6 RSOC August 2016

Raleigh Ski and Outing Club

Raleigh Ski and Outing Club PO Box 10364 Raleigh, NC 27605 www.raleighskiandoutingclub.org CELEBRATING 49 YEARS OF FUN AND ADVENTURE! VOLUME 49 ISSUE 8 AUGUST 2014 RSOC CALENDAR ONGOING Thursdays Bike