Vol 55 Issue 6, November 2016 The Sitzmark News sitz-märk: An impression left in the snow by the backward fall of a skier. In this Issue: Calendar President s Thoughts of the Month Board Members Directory Social Events, Meet-Me-Ats Western Trip Detailss Northern Trip Details Have an idea for an event, or a special club adventure? Contact Jean Bronson, our Social Director at Social@Sitzmark.org We can help you plan and schedule the activity, and get the word out to our membership through email and the newsletter. The Board of Director s Meetings are @ 7pm, 3rd Tuesday of each month throughout the year. Contact board@sitzmark.org for the next meeting location.
Calendar of Upcoming Events and Deadlines December 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Santa Cycle Rampage Cranky Al s Wauwatosa Victorian High Tea @ Schuster Mansion, Milwaukee November 1 2 3 4 5 Shakers Cigar Bar (Haunted!) 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Membership Meeting at Saz s Birthday Bash @ The Neighbors, Waukesha TGR Movie Tight Loose @ Elk s Lodge #400 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Birthday Bash @ Steak House 100 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Sitzmark Christmas Party Vail CO Trip Vail CO Trip Vail CO Trip Vail CO Trip 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Marquette MI Trip 31 1 Marquette MI Trip January 1 2 3 4 5 6 Marquette MI TripNew Years Day 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Devils Head / Tyrol Basin 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Park City Utah
Thoughts for the Month from Tom: November's Monthly Meeting at Saz's but New Location/Night Expected for December Xmas Party While we will hold our next Monthly Membership Meeting on the evening of Thursday, November 10th, we expect to move the night back to Friday starting on December 2nd. Saz's has limited space for our growing club and moving this activity to a weekend night will allow attendees to stay longer if they so wish. While several locations have been suggested, due to cost and central location to where our membership lives, the top two candidates are Steak House 100 (72nd & Greenfield) and Knights of Columbus (south of Greenfield Avenue on 92nd Street). We expect to make a timely decision in a short order. Membership Continues to Grow Currently have 230 members which is just short of the membership count at the end of last year (238). With your help, we will continue to grow this by retaining our current members, through bringing in new skiers while recruiting from all age brackets. Congratulations/Appreciation We continue to have strong attendance in October for our club-sponsored events including the annual Fire Pit Party (Nick Conger, Susie Mann & Cheryl Marx), the October APV Birthday Meet-Me-At (Sue Richardson), the Outdoor Movie Night (Jim & Megan Reilly)and China Lights at Boener Gardens (Jim & Megan Reilly) and the manning of a booth while attending the Warren Miller Movie at the Pabst (Mark Harris, Dawn Petermann Harris & Dave Wherry). We appreciate the ongoing activity of the weekly Packer Parties (Tom & Jean Bronson, Tom Augustine & Janice Wachs) held throughout the pro football season at the Aris Sports Bar. We filled 5 tables for the Sunday late-afternoon game against the Atlanta and we already have had three winners for the bar's raffle this season that includes a meat platter for five. We look forward to some other upcoming events such as the Shakers Cigar Bar on November 5th (Mike Mueller & Tom Bronson), Teton Gravity Research Premiere of Tight Loose at Waukesha Elk Lodge 400 on November 11th (Mark Harris), and a Birthday Meet-Me-At at West Allis' Steak House 100 on November 17th (Jim Reilly).
TO REACH THE ENTIRE BOARD PRESIDENT Tom Augustine board@sitzmark.org 262-860-0191 president@sitzmark.org VICE PRESIDENT Laura Thornton 847-691-1428 vicepresident@sitzmark.org PAST PRESIDENT Dawn Petermann Harris 414-315-5100 pastpresident@sitzmark.org SECRETARY Jennifer Campbell 262-622-1950 secretary@sitzmark.org TREASURER Joyce Katona 262-825-3626 treasurer@sitzmark.org MEMBERSHIP Jim Reilly 414-291-4407 membership@sitzmark.org MEETINGS & ENTERTAINMENT meetings@sitzmark.org NEWSLETTER John Heinzel 414-640-2238 newsletter@sitzmark.org SOCIAL EVENTS Jean Bronson 414-423-1495 social@sitzmark.org WESTERN TRIPS Mark Harris 414-254-1406 western@sitzmark.org NORTHERN TRIPS Jeff Borchardt 262-781-6010 northern@sitzmark.org SPECIAL EVENTS RACE & SPORTS specialevents@sitzmark.org race@sitzmark.org PROMOTIONS Dave Wherry 414-530-2212 promotions@sitzmark.org We need Sitzmarks to voice their opinions! As Past President, one of my duties is to assist the Board of Directors by providing direction for the operation of the Club. One of the ways to do this is through the Steering Committee. We are looking for longtime members, new active club members, past board officers/directors and current board officers/directors to be part of the committee. Steering Committee One topic that has come up consistently over the years is the definition of a couple membership and whether it should be expanded to include non married and/or same sex relationships. We are also looking for other topics that the Steering Committee could discuss. Please email or call me of your interest to participate or suggest a topic. Some topics may only need us to meet once or twice to discuss. Dawn Petermann, Past-President and head of the Steering Committee Pastpresident@sitzmark.org
PACKER GAMES - @ ARIS SPORTS BAR Join your fellow Sitzmarks to cheer on the Packers at Aris Sports Bar in West Allis. The Bosch ( our favorite meetme-at Packer bar) is not available this year while the building is being moved. Aris Sports Bar (on Hwy 100 Social Events / Meet-Me-Ats south of Greenfield Ave) has drinks and food specials during the Packer games - come early to reserve a seat! Go Packers! 1657 S. 108th St., West Allis Hosts: Tom Bronson 414-940-8642 and Tom Augustine 262-617-1554 TETON GRAVITY RESEARCH PRESENTS the Premiere of Tight Loose November 11th, ELK'S LODGE #400 2301 Springdale Rd Waukesha, WI 53186 Doors Open 6:30 pm, Show 7:30 pm Laacke & Joys is offering $5 tickets to our members in advance only (normally $9). At the door will be the normal price. Come to Laacke & Joys on Bluemound in Brookfield, go to the front counter and ask for the Sitzmark discount on your TGR ticket purchase. You will get the ticket for $5. Mark Harris will also have tickets available for sale at future club events (414.254.1406) Metropolitan Milwaukee Ski Council will be joining Laacke & Joys and will have a booth with ski trip & club information. Join Laacke & Joys and other vendors for this one night premiere event! Each year the movies get bigger and better and Tight Loose is sure to deliver the excitement! Get ready for the ski and snowboard season with Laacke & Joys and Teton Gravity Research! We're excited to be joined by a super talented emcee for the evening, Elizabeth from 99.1 WMYX. Anyone who has attended these films before knows about their legendary swag toss that happens after the movie premiere is over. Make sure to get your tickets in advance to make sure you don't miss out! Great new venue this year, Waukesha Elks Lodge 400. Tons of space, ski lodge vibe/ decor and perhaps best of all, a bar available to purchase beverages! We are awaiting news of which athlete from the movie will be joining us. Stay tuned! www.tetongravity.com/films/tight-loose
Social Events / Meet-Me-Ats DECEMBER CHRISTMAS PARTY Friday, December 2th, 2016 6:30pm - 11:00pm Free Light Appetizers from 7:30-8:30 pm Members $5 Guests $7 Cash bar Location to be announced soon! SANTA CYCLE RAMPAGE Sat., Dec. 3, 9:30 am Meet in East Tosa - near Cranky Al's (69th & North Avenue) or Café Bel Air Cantina - location to be announced later. More details to come! People MUST be on time - we will not wait for stragglers. Participants sign up ahead of time on line to participate at: http://wisconsinbikefed.org/ events/santa-cycle-rampage/ Bike Fed members: $20; Non -members $35 (price includes a one-year membership and hat or shirt); The Wisconsin Bike Fed started the Santa Cycle Rampage in Milwaukee 15 years ago. The ride now attracts about 700 Santas, elves, dreidels. Contact: Ann Kammerer - 414-258-9293 or ann_kammerer@yahoo.com Victorian High Tea at Schuster Mansion (beautifully decorated for the holidays) 3209 W. Wells St., Milwaukee Sunday, Dec. 4-1:00 pm Tea at the mansion is a very unique experience. A buffet of 7 different flavored teas are offered. At your table, you are served a variety of savories, scones and sweets. After tea, you will be given a tour of the first floor. Cost: $35 plus tax and gratuity - pay at door. ONLY 12 spots are reserved for our group. RSVP to Mike or Audrey before Nov. 28th. Any other questions contact: Mike Mueller (414) 305-5118) Or Audrey Wissmann (262) 513-2825 Celebrate December Birthdays at December 7 5:00 PM S16W22255 Arcadian Ave (Hwy 59), Waukesha Happy Hour: 4:00-6:00 pm; 9:00 to close $2.50 Domestic Tap Beers / $3.50 Rail Mixers / $4.50 Housemade Margaritas. Dinner special $13.99 - Half rack of ribs w/ fries Host: Audrey Wissmann (262) 513-2825
2016/2017 WESTERN TRIPS days of sunshine a year. The Front Side of Vail is home to the most groomed terrain on the planet while the World Famous Back Bowls offer wide open skiing and amazing views. VAIL COLORADO WEEKEND Happy 23rd Year! REGISTRATION WILL OPEN THIS WEEK DECEMBER 10, 2016 (SATURDAY) TO DECEMBER 14, 2016 (WEDNESDAY) Cost: $934 (4 day lift) by Check Only, $962 (4 day lift) by Credit Card Cost: $884 (3 day lift) by Check Only, $910 (3 day lift) by Credit Card Cost: $665 (no lifts) by Check Only, $685 (no lifts) by Credit Card Cost: $635 (3 day lift & no air) by Check Only, $655 (3 day lift & no air) by Credit Card Two payment options: Pay by check or pay using Credit Card which includes a 3% Paypal fee (Club does not receive any part of this fee). Insurance is highly recommended Gondola Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen, balcony with scenic views, daily housekeeping and fireplace Outdoor heated pool and three hot tubs 3 or 4 day lift ticket (4th day, ski on Wednesday) Hot tub parties with Beer & Mudslides! Air Option Round trip air from Milwaukee to Denver on Southwest Airlines 12/10/16: MKE/STL #5488 1:35P - 2:55P 12/10/16: STL/DEN #1323 3:40P - 5:00P 12/14/16: DEN/MKE #436 4:45P - 11:00P Vail Ski Resort is the largest resort in the United States with some of the most diverse and expansive skiing in the world and blessed with over 300 After skiing or other winter activities Vail has so much to offer including world class dining, shopping and spa facilities. Cozy, without cars, the awesome mountain deployed in front as you walk leisurely down the cobblestone streets, the town of Vail runs the gamut from elegant shopping, to quick café latte s, fine dining, and everything in-between. Nowhere else will you find such a world class dining experience concentrated in a small walkable setting like Vail. From five star restaurants to the local pizza place, Vail has everything you could ask for in a dining experience. VAIL Like Nothing on earth! Vail boasts 3 distinct areas of the mountain, each with their own features and fortes, including 3 terrain parks, 7 bowls spanning 7 miles and 5,289 acres of blank canvas. There are 193 trails, 31 strategically placed lifts and 1 gondola. Vail has a trail classification of 18%/29%/53% (beginner/ intermediate/advanced and expert). www.vail.snow.com Sign up for the event online and then either pay online with a credit or debit card (must pay current balance in full) Trip Leader: Marc Pettit Trip includes: Round trip bus transportation from Denver to Vail (2 hours) 4 nights lodging at the Landmark West Condos (4 & 6 per condo) 150 yards to Lionshead
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN THIS WEEK January 29, 2017 (Sunday) February 5, 2017 (Sunday) Approximate prices* *Cost: $1675 (5 day lift) by Check Only, $1725 (5 day lift) by Credit Card *Cost: $1355 (1 day lift at Deer Valley) by Check Only, $1395 (1 day lift at Deer Valley) by Credit Card Pay by check or pay using Credit Card which includes a 3% Paypal fee (Club does not receive any part of this fee). Trip payment due in full by December 5, 2016 *Pricing for land only and no lifts also available (see online sign up on the Sitzmark website up for details). Price is subject to fuel surcharges. Insurance is available and recommended. Trip Leader: Dave Wherry - 414-530- 2212 Includes: Round trip air from Milwaukee to Salt Lake City on Southwest 1/29/17: MKE/DEN #2045 5:45A - 7:30A 1/29/17: DEN/SLC #2834 8:25A - 9:55A 2/05/17: SLC/DEN #5209 12:40P - 2:00P 2/05/17: DEN/MKE #4702 2:40P - 5:50P 2 Free bags Round trip bus transportation from Salt Lake City to Park City 7 nights lodging at Snow Flower Condos Two outdoor relaxing pools and one outdoor spa. Pool one is a cool 82 degrees and the jetted spa is located adjacent kept at a warm 102 degrees. Pool two is kept at 102 degrees. 4 of 6 day lift ticket for Park City/ Canyons 1 lift ticket Deer Valley Resort Features: This condominium complex is located three blocks from the base of Park City Mountain Resort and directly on the free citywide shuttle route. Grocery and sports stores, as well as Starbucks and the movie theater, are all within a few blocks of Sunflower. Elevators located in each building. Coin operated laundry facilities in each building. Locker rooms are located in each building to store your equipment. Once your online payment is recorded or your check is received, your online registration will be confirmed via email.
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN THIS WEEK February 18, 2017 (Sat) February 25, 2017 (Sat) *Cost: $879 (4 day lift) by Check Only, $905 (4 day lift) by Credit Card *Cost: $679 (4 day lift) by Check Only, $699 (4 day lift) by Credit Card Pay by check or pay using Credit Card which includes a 3% Paypal fee (Club does not receive any part of this fee). (Final payment & trip deadline December 12, 2016) Ride the California Zephyr through amazing mountain passes and tunnels to Fraser, Co for a week of winter fun in the mountains. *Pricing for land only, no lifts and Superliner Roomettes available (one way or round trip). also available (see online sign up on the Sitzmark website up for details). Price is subject to fuel surcharges. Insurance is available and recommended. Trip Leader: Tom Gale 414-350-0300 Includes: Round trip Milwaukee to Fraser CO via Amtrak train, no baggage fees 334 Hiawatha: departs (MKE) Milwaukee, WI at 11:00A on Sat, Feb 18. Arrives (CHI) Union Station at 12:29P on Sat, Feb 18 5 California Zephyr: departs (CHI) Union Station at 2:00P on Sat, Feb 18. Arrives (WIP) Fraser, CO at 10:07A on Sun, Feb 19 6 California Zephyr: departs (WIP) Fraser, CO at 3:50P on Fri, Feb 24. Arrives (CHI)Union Station at 2:50P on Sat, Feb 25 339 Hiawatha: departs (CHI) Union Station at 5:08P on Sat, Feb 25. Arrives (MKE) Milwaukee, WI at 6:45P on Sat, Feb 25 Round trip transportation from Fraser to Winter Park via hotel shuttle 5 nights lodging at the Zephyr Mountain Lodge (6 per condo) 110 from the Zephyr Express lift Amenities include outdoor hot tubs, gas fireplace, kitchen, fitness room and ski lockers Free local shuttle, on site shops, restaurants, pub and other amenities 4 of 5 day lift ticket Group parties Winter Park, often referred to as Colorado s favorite, spreads out over five separate mountains. It has 3,060 total skiable acreage, 143 designated trails and 1,212 acres of off-piste terrain, including Vasquez Cirque and glade skiing. 25 lifts, including 7 high speed lifts. Whether the moguls of Mary Jane or the blanket of irresistible powder at Parsenn Bowl and Vasquez Cirque, Winter Park has something for everyone from beginner to advanced. Winter Park Mountain has a trail classification of 28%/21%/51% (beginner/ intermediate/advanced and expert). www.skiwinterpark.com Once your online payment is recorded or your check is received, your online registration will be confirmed via email.
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN THIS WEEK March 18, 2017 (Saturday) March 25, 2017 (Saturday) *Cost: $1,398 (5 day lift) by Check Only, $1,440 (5 day lift) by Credit Card Pay by check or pay using Credit Card which includes a 3% Paypal fee (Club does not receive any part of this fee). Trip payment due in full by January 6, 2017 *Pricing for land only and no lifts also available. Price is subject to fuel surcharges and foreign currency changes Insurance is available and recommended Valid Passport is required to enter Canada Trip Leaders: Mark & Dawn Harris 414-254-1406 Includes: Round trip bus transportation from Milwaukee to Chicago Round trip air from Chicago on Air Canada 3/18/17: ORD/YVR #535 7:30A - 10:00A 3/18/17: YVR/YLW #8414 1:00P - 1:54P 3/25/17: YLW/YVR #1185 10:45P - 11:42P 2/05/17: DEN/MKE #4702 1:15P - 7:15P Round trip bus transportation from Kamloops' to Sun Peaks 7 nights lodging at Sun Peaks Grand Hotel 5 day lift ticket Located in British Columbia s sunny Thompson Okanagan and Kamloops back yard, award-winning Sun Peaks Resort features the most comprehensive and diverse combination of facilities, activities and services in the region. The charming, ski-through pedestrian village and imposing outdoor playground offer adventure and relaxation, exploration and thrills. As the resort s signature property and only full-service hotel, the Grand is located in the core of the village, with chairlifts, trails and activities at your doorstep, an in-house mountain-view pool, terrace and health club, as well as on-site grocery store, boutiques, eateries and nightclub. Winter Season November 18, 2016 to April 17, 2017 Skiable Area 4,270 acres of terrain, the second largest in Canada sunpeaksresort.com Once your online payment is recorded or your check is received, your online registration will be confirmed via email. $400 due at sign-up $300 due October 1, 2016 $300 due December 5, 2016 ($440 if by credit/ debit and $398 by check). Final payment and trip deadline January 6, 2017 Northern Ski Trips Ski Wisconsin coupon books are now available at www.skiingwisconsin.com Save the Date: Cascade Mt Day Trip February 11. 1-day lift tickets at 16 area resorts $130
Northern Ski Trips Celebrate 2017 New Years Trip Costs: *$305.00 w/ 2 days skiing w/check *$314.00 w/ 2 days skiing by Credit Card Motor coach to/from MKE (2) Nights lodging at the Ramada Inn (2 per Rm) 2 Days skiing at Marquette Mtn. (2) Breakfast vouchers Parties by the pool & hot tub *$219.00 for Non-skiers w/check *$225.00 for Non-skiers by Credit Card Trip includes: New Year Eve Ball Drop at Midnight Dancing all night Email: northern@sitzmark.org SKI Two Resorts One Fun Weekend Trip Staying at Cedarberry Inn, Sauk City, WI Jan 14, 2017 (Saturday) to Jan 15, 2017 (Sunday) Cost: *$139 Members by Check Only, *$143 Members by Credit Card *$164 Non-members by Check Only *$169 Non-members by Credit Card Lift tickets not included Ski Wisconsin coupon accepted at both hills www.skiingwisconsin.com Optional side trip for Non-skiers: Mt Horeb and Barbaboo Trip includes: Motor coach to/from MKE Meet at the Goerke s Corner Park n Ride Leave: Saturday Jan 14th at 8:00AM Returns: Sunday Jan 15th about 6:00PM Includes: Round trip bus ride 1 nights lodging at the Cedarberry Inn (double occupancy) Poolside party Saturday Sign-up online or send check to:sitzmark Ski Club c/o Jeff Borchardt 11957 W. Appleton Ave # 6 Milwaukee, WI 53224 Questions: Ph: 262-781-6010 Email: northern@sitzmark.org
Sitzmark Ski Club P.O. Box 1877 Milwaukee, WI 53201 Our website for trip information and signups: www.sitzmark.org Check out our group on Facebook to see what our members are up to: www.facebook.com/groups/sitzmark/ Did you know that most Sitzmark members are emailed an online version of the newsletter to view on their Computers, tablets, or phones? Want to save the club the expense of printing and mailing this paper version (over $2400 each year)? Email me at newsletter@sitzmark.org to switch from paper to the electronic version.