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There were a lot of faces I haven t seen for a while.

1 Chicago Nomads Ski Club Newsletter September/October, 2015 Volume 47, Issue 15 the Prez Sez...Bob - Grouch - Klawitter Well the 2015 Ski-A-Rama is over. There were a lot of faces I haven t seen for a while. Always a pleasure to see familiar people at our meetings. Now you know where our trips are going so get the lead out and sign up. Don t wait too long as the trips may fill up and you ll be left at home wishing you had made reservations early. Our cheerful trip leaders are always happy to have you sign-up for some really good skiing and friendly associates. Remember A club is only a good club if you participate and enjoy meeting others who like to do what you like to do. Come out and meet us. See you at the September picnic??? Social meeting??? General meeting??? Bob (Grouch) About 22 people rode the Cal Sag trail for an 18 mile ride. It was a beautiful day! Next ride: September 20, Old Plank Road Trail Departs at 10:00 a.m. from downtown Frankfort, Breidert Green Community Park, White and Kansas Streets.

Western ski trips and Europe trip from Cindy Vondrasek We had the Ski-A-Rama event to kick off the 2016 season for our trips.

We have 3 openings for this trip and once it is filled there will be a waiting list.

It will include lodging at Bear Creek Lodge (3 bedroom/3 bath units) which is located in the Mountain Village with private lift access.

Some of the amenities are: Maid service every other day and a washer/dryer in each unit Outdoor Heated Pool and Indoor/outdoor hot tubs Health Fitness

This trip will be from February 27 th through March 5 th, 2016. This trip will be $1999.00 per person.

a Pub Crawl and a dinner banquet with music and dancing Welcome reception and Apres-ski events plus other activities **For those of you that have lots of

00 you can stay 3 nights at the Delta Vancouver Suites, with full Canadian breakfast daily plus your transfers from the hotel to the airport.

2 Western ski trips and Europe trip from Cindy Vondrasek We had the Ski-A-Rama event to kick off the 2016 season for our trips. And I think it was a success! The season is starting off with a trip to Telluride and the cost will be $ per person. We have 3 openings for this trip and once it is filled there will be a waiting list. This trip is from Sunday, February 7 th through Sunday, February 14 th, It will include lodging at Bear Creek Lodge (3 bedroom/3 bath units) which is located in the Mountain Village with private lift access. Plus a five day lift pass, Round trip air on United Airlines, ground transfers and a pretrip party. Some of the amenities are: Maid service every other day and a washer/dryer in each unit Outdoor Heated Pool and Indoor/outdoor hot tubs Health Fitness Room with Steam Room, Sauna & Jacuzzi The next trip will be with CMSC for Chicago Week and it will be at Whistler Blackcomb in Canada. This trip will be from February 27 th through March 5 th, This trip will be $ per person. Seven nights lodging at the Ava Whistler hotel and Round trip airfare 5-day lift ticket and racing and 1 day of first-track breakfast Mountain lunch and a Pub Crawl and a dinner banquet with music and dancing Welcome reception and Apres-ski events plus other activities **For those of you that have lots of air miles we are offering a reduced price so you can use them. If you are interested in staying longer (5 th to 8 th ), for an extra $ you can stay 3 nights at the Delta Vancouver Suites, with full Canadian breakfast daily plus your transfers from the hotel to the airport. Our last ski trip of the season is to Park City in Utah; from Saturday, March 5 th through Saturday the 12 th, The cost will be around $ per person. It will include 7 nights lodging at the Park Station (2 bedroom/2 bath units) condominiums, 3 day interchangeable lift pass for Park City and the Canyons, 2 day lift pass for Deer Valley, round trip air on Delta Airlines, ground transportation and pre-trip party. There are 18 spots still available. Go to deervalley.com parkcitymountain.com thecanyons.com

We are headed to Italy! This trip will be from Saturday, April 23rd through Friday, May 6 th, 2016.

There will be a full day tour in each city for the group.

We are flying into Venice and will be staying at the hotel Venezia Mestre (2 per room) for four nights

The hotel is situated in the heart of Venice Mestre, in an ideal location and is 15 minutes from their

The bus service shuttles back and forth from the hotel every 10 minutes on a 24/7 basis (every 30 minutes at

We will be staying four nights at the hotel Orto Dei Medici (2 per room).

Michelangelo s David, the Uffizi with its incomparable art collection, and the finest Italian restaurants.

Our last four nights will be spent in Rome. We will be staying at the Nizza hotel (2 per room).

3 We are headed to Italy! This trip will be from Saturday, April 23rd through Friday, May 6 th, The trip will include Round trip airfare, all ground transportation and lodging, plus breakfast daily. There will be a full day tour in each city for the group. I don t have the price finalized yet but it will cost about $ per person. We are flying into Venice and will be staying at the hotel Venezia Mestre (2 per room) for four nights ( The hotel is situated in the heart of Venice Mestre, in an ideal location and is 15 minutes from their downtown area. The bus service shuttles back and forth from the hotel every 10 minutes on a 24/7 basis (every 30 minutes at night). Our next stop will be Florence. We will be staying four nights at the hotel Orto Dei Medici (2 per room). The hotel has been newly refurbished and is nestled right in the vibrant center of Florence but off the bustling beaten path. Hotel Orto De Medici is just a stone thrown away from the Cathedral, The Academy of Fine Arts with Michelangelo s David, the Uffizi with its incomparable art collection, and the finest Italian restaurants. Go to for more information and pictures. Our last four nights will be spent in Rome. We will be staying at the Nizza hotel (2 per room). The Hotel Nizza is located in the historical centre of Rome next to Termini Station and all the connections. It is only a few steps from the major monuments like Colosseum, Imperial Forum, Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona, Trevi Fountain, Opera's Theatre and much more. Go to for more information. Please contact Cindy Vondrasek at Cindyvon58@yahoo.com for any additional information regarding this trip. It will go on sale at the Nomad General Meeting on Thursday, September 17 th and the final cost will be available at that time. A deposit of $ is required at the time of signing up.

Nomad Family Trip Jan 14-19, 2016 Winter Park, Colorado - On Sale Only 14 spots left!

Winter Park. 2 Bedroom/2 Bath ski in/ski out Condos at the Zephyr Mountain Lodge (base of Winter Park).

A few Condos set aside for Adults only (no Children or Teens).

Parties/Events: Pre-Trip Pizza Party, Club Lunch or Dinner, Club Race, and more.

4 Nomad Family Trip Jan 14-19, 2016 Winter Park, Colorado - On Sale Only 14 spots left!! If you are thinking about the Winter Park Family Trip, I encourage you to sign up soon. We ve had 22 people sign up in August, leaving us ~14 openings. This trip is open to ALL Nomads (individuals, couples, and families) and includes: Flights to/from Denver, Colorado & bus to/from Winter Park. 2 Bedroom/2 Bath ski in/ski out Condos at the Zephyr Mountain Lodge (base of Winter Park). Free lodging for Children if they sleep on a sleeper sofa (and depending on the arrangements we may do the same for Teens). A few Condos set aside for Adults only (no Children or Teens). Four day Lift Ticket for all Adults, Teens, & Children included in the trip price. Parties/Events: Pre-Trip Pizza Party, Club Lunch or Dinner, Club Race, and more. All adults must be Nomad Members along with Children & Teens. Children & Teens must be related to Parents, Uncles, etc. on the Trip, (no children friends). Winter Park s pricing for Children & Teens varies depending on bedding/sleeping arrangements, and is: $1,110 for Adults, $590 and up for Teens (ages 13-17), and $535 and up for Children (ages 5-12). See me for more details and sign up soon. Any questions, please call me at home at Rich Clausius See the Nomad Website,

LUTSEN Get ready for a long News Year s weekend. On December 31 the Nomads depart forlutsen, MN in the morning, via Lamers coach buses.

ricinn. Lutsen is planning a New Year s Eve Bash so upon arrival, (7-9 p.m.

We plan on skiing on Friday and Saturday, and leaving Sunday morning. All breakfasts and one dinner are included.

$of a Western ski resort, for a mere fraction of the price.$ With wide-open, groomed cruisers, and tree skiing runs, Lutsen offers a diverse variety of terrain spread over 4 mountains! Come join the fun!

With wide-open, groomed cruisers, and tree skiing runs, Lutsen offers a diverse variety of terrain spread over 4 mountains! Come join the fun!

! Donuts, coffee, hot chocolate at departure Super cool Nomads pins and flags Deluxe motor coach transportation Coolers on the bus w/soft drinks and

5 LUTSEN Get ready for a long News Year s weekend. On December 31 the Nomads depart forlutsen, MN in the morning, via Lamers coach buses. We will be staying at the Americinn. Lutsen is planning a New Year s Eve Bash so upon arrival, (7-9 p.m.) we will be able to unpack and change into our dancing shoes and party hats for an exciting evening of music, dancing and fireworks. We plan on skiing on Friday and Saturday, and leaving Sunday morning. All breakfasts and one dinner are included. Lutsen is the Midwest s largest and tallest, and has the largest snow-making in the Midwest. It also boasts the only 8 passenger Gondola in the Midwest. Lutsen continues to stand as the best, the biggest, and by far the most exciting and diverse skiing anywhere in Mid-America, giving you the experience of a Western ski resort, for a mere fraction of the price. With wide-open, groomed cruisers, and tree skiing runs, Lutsen offers a diverse variety of terrain spread over 4 mountains! Come join the fun! Cost - $465 double occupancy So, what s included? Glad you asked!! Donuts, coffee, hot chocolate at departure Super cool Nomads pins and flags Deluxe motor coach transportation Coolers on the bus w/soft drinks and water. One empty cooler w/ice for all to share 3-nights lodging at Americinn, 8 minutes from ski area Indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, game room, continental breakfast 1 Dinner 2-day lift tickets Taxes, tips and gratuities TRIP LEADER NEEDED!! Please contact Patty if you are willing to be a trip leader for the Lutsen trip. All of this starts form the usual pick up place: Standard Bank Stadium; S. Kenwood Avenue, Crestwood, IL Same seat policy to/from destination applies so get there early. GENERAL MEETING, Gaelic Park, 3rd Thursday, 7:30 pm SOCIAL MEETING, Joe Daniel s, 1st Wednesday of every month.

BOYNE The Nomads haven t been to the Boyne Properties for a long time, so let s go!

Staying right at the base of Boyne Highlands, this trip includes, 2 breakfasts, 1 dinner, 2 days of skiing, 2 nights lodging, and access to the

Glad you asked Donuts, coffee, hot chocolate at departure Super cool Nomads pins and flags Deluxe motor coach transportation Coolers on the bus

One empty cooler w/ice for all to share 2-nights lodging at Boyne Highlands, Saturday and Sunday Breakfast, Saturday Dinner 2-day Lift tickets Access

6 BOYNE The Nomads haven t been to the Boyne Properties for a long time, so let s go! The weekend of February 19-21, the Nomads are heading to the Boyne properties. Staying right at the base of Boyne Highlands, this trip includes, 2 breakfasts, 1 dinner, 2 days of skiing, 2 nights lodging, and access to the Tubing Park. We will shuttle bus over to Boyne Mountain. Nastar racing will be available. So, what s included? Glad you asked Donuts, coffee, hot chocolate at departure Super cool Nomads pins and flags Deluxe motor coach transportation Coolers on the bus w/soft drinks and water. One empty cooler w/ice for all to share 2-nights lodging at Boyne Highlands, Saturday and Sunday Breakfast, Saturday Dinner 2-day Lift tickets Access to Tubing Park Taxes, tips and gratuities Cost - $395 Double occupancy Seniors, 70+ receive $30 credit per day All of this starts form the usual pick up place: Standard Bank Stadium; S. Kenwood Avenue, Crestwood, IL Same seat policy to/from destination applies so get there early. Patty Himmel Midwest Ski Director Providing counseling services for individuals and couples experiencing difficulties in coping with life's challenges

Darling Debbie s Social Scene We had a great turnout for our golf outing at Woodruff Golf Course. Everyone had a great time and we are hoping we can do a few of them next year.

7 Darling Debbie s Social Scene We had a great turnout for our golf outing at Woodruff Golf Course. Everyone had a great time and we are hoping we can do a few of them next year. Ski-a-Rama was a rousing success! The trips are selling and we are well on our way to a great ski season. Many thanks to those who helped set up and clean up. Special thanks to Nancy Clarke who helped set up, pass out the raffle gifts and cleaned up. And also to Alex Clausius, our raffle number caller. It is always nice when people are willing to go out of their way to help. With Ski-a-Rama behind us, we are looking forward to a Halloween and Christmas. Mark & Mary Anzilotti and I are planning a special activity for Halloween. Attendance at our Halloween parties has dropped over the years so we thought we would try something different. More details to follow! Right behind Halloween, we will be looking forward to Christmas and our annual Christmas party. We are planning something different for the Christmas party too. Please remember to shop for our toy and Veteran s drives. I thought it would be fitting to have a Halloween quote this month. This is from Bob Hope and describes me to a tee : Ill bet living in a nudist colony takes all the fun out of Halloween. Author Unknown That s it for now. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please me at ddurkovic1234@comcast.net Sept 13th 12:00pm Rokwelz Sept 20th 12:00pm Coaches Corner Sept 27th 3:25pm Zante of Orland Join the club in watching the Bears! In September..

We had over 20 people attend the Mama Vesuvio s, it was a great evening of bocci

Before ski season kicks off, we will have a few more fun things to do this fall.

Five Guys Named Moe Band Thursday, September 24 23320 Lagrange Road Frankfort.

Great venue- CD&Me FRA23320 23320 S. Coming in October.

Be on the hunt for clues about this upcoming event.

8 Hello everyone! Summer is winding down, and we have some great ski trips planned for this season. We had over 20 people attend the Mama Vesuvio s, it was a great evening of bocci and beer. Before ski season kicks off, we will have a few more fun things to do this fall. First, the fall picnic: Fall Picnic Saturday September 12, 2015 Elizabeth Conkey Woods Central Ave, Palos Heights, IL Noon- Dusk Sign up or pay $5.00 at the door Bring a dish to share - Hope to see you there! Five Guys Named Moe Band Thursday, September Lagrange Road Frankfort. IL Doors open at 6pm show starts at 8pm-$7.00 Great Band to sing and dance with! Great venue- CD&Me FRA S. Coming in October... Debbie D and I will be holding an Amazing Haunted Race- Nomad Style! Be on the hunt for clues about this upcoming event... An illustration of the first Labor Day parade, held on Sept. 5, 1882, in New York City. The holiday was organized by the Central Labor Union to exhibit "the strength and esprit de corps of the trade and labor organizations" of the community, and to host a festival for the workers and their families.

9 Carnival weekend has always been a fun Club event. Clubs compete for bragging rights, who will bring home the Gold. This year it is not a Club only event - sign up is per individual directly through Shanty Creek. The games will be on Saturday as well as a group dinner. Costume Contest will be at dinner or on the slopes Sunday. We will keep you posted as the event draws near. Trip Leaders, talk with your members and have them sign up early. This is a fun trip. $100 down payment and $65 for the bus. Due today through January 31, Yes there will be a SLUSH CUP. Let the games begin! One of Michigan's most popular winter events for over 40 years. Watch the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat as skiers and riders attempt to cross an icy 40' pond. Some take it to another level with crazy costumes. Other games scheduled are; frozen fish toss, snow shovel racing and a seal slide - all part of the traditional wild and crazy weekend. Bus Information 45 people are required on the bus - or it may be a BUST. On January 1st, 2015 a fianal tally will be taken of how many people signed up for the bus. If we have 45 people signed up for the bus, final payment is due. If not, refunds will be given for the $65.00 bus fee as well as the $100 down payment to Shanty Creek. To sign up for the Bus Make check ($65.00) payable to CMSC and mail to: Patrick Clark 310 Heritage Drive Roselle, IL For questions or call Patrick Patrick Clark To sign up for Winter Carnival Contact Shanty Creek and mention you are with CMSC. Phyllis Lockhart - (231) plockhart@shantycreek.com Schuss Mountain - Quest Room - Two Queen beds Occupancy Package Cost PLUS Bus Fee Single $ $65.00 Double $ $65.00 Tripple $ $65.00 Quad $ $65.00 Cedar River - One bedroom suite - 2 Queen beds and a pull out sofa Occupancy Package Cost PLUS Bus Fee Singel $ $65.00 Double $ $65.00 Tripple $ $65.00 quad $ $65.00

September 2015 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 Social - Joe Daniel s 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

25 26 27 28 29 30 October 2015 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Social - Joe Daniel

11 September 2015 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Social - Joe Daniel s General - Gaelic Park Bike Ride, Five Guys Named Moe October 2015 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Social - Joe Daniel s General - Gaelic Park

Board Members 2015-2016 Bob Klawitter President bobgrouch@sbcglobal.net Treasurer fastoys@aol.com Debbie Durkovic Social Director ddurkovic1234@conmcast.net Andi Edington Editor aaedington@yahoo.

12 Board Members Bob Klawitter President Treasurer Debbie Durkovic Social Director Andi Edington Editor Cindy Vondrasek Vice President Patty Himmel Midwest Trip Director Mary Anzilotti Membership Director Scott Sanders Mike O Rourke Western Trip Facilitator Mii52@wowway.com Ann Engelmann Secretary engs85@aol.com Mark Anzilotti Special Events Director manzilotti@yahoo.com Webmaster web@chicagonomads.com Non-Elected Positions Ruth Sulda CSMC Representative Trip Cancellations: The Nomad Ski Club through its Board of Directors reserves the right to cancel trips, payments will be refunded. If trips are canceled due to circumstances beyond the control of the Nomad Ski Club, payments less expenses caused by the cancellation will be refunded. Non-Refundable Deposits: Members reserve a seat on a trip by making a non-refundable trip deposit. Non-refundable trip deposits are 10% of the trip price for Western & European trips and $35 for Midwest trips. Member Cancellations: Members who cancel their seat on a trip will forfeit the non-refundable trip deposit plus any fees or losses incurred on their behalf. If cancellation occurs after the predetermined closing date (the date the last payment is due on the trip), the full price of the trip may be charged. A cancellation form must be submitted to the Trip Leader within 30 days after the trip departs for refund consideration. Trip Waiting List: A completely full trip means all seats are filled on the bus scheduled for a Midwest trip or the minimum number of seats are filled on a Western or European trip. A member that cancels off a trip may be replaced on that trip from a waiting list, but the trip must be completely full. Canceling members that are replaced on a trip from a waiting list forfeit the non-refundable deposit plus any additional expenses incurred due to the cancellation. The excess will be refunded. Contact your Trip Leader if you have any questions. Trip Sign-ups: In person at any meeting Nomad Newsletter: If you have not received your newsletter, contact the Membership Director, Mary Anzzilotti or Andi Edington. Membership Dues: Payable after June 1, Current membership is required to be eligible for any ski trip. Sign up with the Membership Director at any meeting. Single: (new) $30) (renewal) $25, Married Couples: (new) $40 (renewal) $35. Social Meeting: 1st Wednesday of every month at Joe Daniel s: S. Harlem, Palos Heights, 7:30 p.m. General Meeting: 3rd Thursday of every month at Gaelic Park: 6119 W. 147th St., Oak Forest, 7:30 p.m. Board Meeting: 2nd Thursday of every month, 7 p.m., location TBA. ALL MEMBERS ARE WELCOME Unsolicited articles and announcements may be submitted by contacting Andi Edington aaedington@yahoo.com Deadline is the Friday after the General Meeting.

June 1, the Prez Sez...Bob - Grouch - Klawitter

June 1, the Prez Sez...Bob - Grouch - Klawitter C h i c a g o N o m a d s S k i C l u b N e w s l e t t e r June 1, 2018 Volume 56 Issue 3 The Prez Sez the Prez Sez...Bob - Grouch - Klawitter I hope you all had a great ski season without any injuries.