Brandywine Valley Ski Association PO Box 549 Downingtown, PA 19335 www.brandywinevalleyski.com October/November 2011 The Prez Sez Have The A Ball, Prez In Sez The Fall Tom Ward OH, AH! Fall is here, my favorite time of year, and probably the busiest time of year for BVSA. You got to love the crisp air in the morning and the trees all ablaze with Fall colors, for my money, it s the best time of year. BVSA has a multitude of events planned for your pleasure. There s our heat at the Marshallton Triathlon, The Fall Camping at Hickory Run State Park, (this is my favorite time of year for camping), The Halloween Party, (you can t beat Joan s Halloween Parties), The Brigg s Bonfire and Concert, (this is my favorite event, don t get too close, you may get burned by this hot event), and last but not least The BVSA Holiday Party, (the band will be good, the food will be good, the price will be good and for the first time it will be casual attire). So hurry up and sign up for one or more of these events, I guarantee a good time will be had by all, because you can t beat BVSA in the Fall. By now you have probably heard that Jean Stuart is no longer doing the Happy Hours for the club, scheduling Happy Hours and doing meeting minutes for the club was a ton of work, and she did both exceptionally well. I am personally sorry to see Jean give up the Happy Hours, but I understand completely, and I would like to thank her for the great job she does for BVSA. Jean, I think your HH s were the best. Now for a little eating crow, (crow doesn t taste so good). I made a mistake, (who me, yes me, I m only human), my whole life, when I made a mistake, I d either fix it, or take responsibility for it and apologize. Well this one I can t fix, so here is my public apology to Ian, Liz and the BVSA membership. Ian sent me an email proposing a non ski trip. I thought I forwarded it to the activities committee, but apparently, I didn t, (everyone knows what thought did). This mistake was even worse because, I ve been asking people to run non-ski trips. My mistake lost BVSA the opportunity to go on a great trip. So if you have a great idea for any BVSA activity, please do not depend on me. The procedure for submitting events and trips to BVSA is to: submit it to the activities committee, hopefully in person, at Ruffini s on the third Wednesday of each month, at 7 PM. (all members are welcome). Please bring all details, costs and contracts. When the Activities Committee is satisfied with your submission, they will submit it to the BVSA Board for approval. It s Fun To Play, A Little Each Day Tom Ward Welcome New Members Terry Grills & Meredith Lambert Joanne C. Nelson Harold Spencer Rosemary Vanmetre Matt Souser Connie Shapiro John & Kathy Schroeder Anne Satterthwaite CONGRATULATIONS! Free Membership Grand Prize Winners (From the September Drawing) Jennifer Cabaddu & Chip Gehlert BVSA UPCOMING EVENTS Marshallton Triathlon Oct 2 Camping Hickory Run Oct 14-16 Horseback Riding Oct 22 Habitat Day Oct 22 Halloween Party Oct 29 EPSC Philly Winter Expo Nov 6 Cajun/Zydeco Dance Nov 18 Briggs Bonfire Nov 19 Holiday Party Dec 3 X Country Ski Weekend-Feb 18-20 Mt. Batchelor OR -Jan 2012 Winter Park CO Ski -Feb 2012
BVSA 2011-2012 Officers Tom Ward, Pres 610-384-0883 wardtl77@verizon.net Barbara Cropper, VP 610-836-2350 Barb@AnsteyTeam.com Jeff Evons, Treasurer 610-518-1021 jrevons@netzero.net Jean Stuart, Recording Secretary jmstuart10@verizon.net 484-995-8204 Marie Riley, NL Editor memiller1208@juno.com 484-340-3444 Activities Committee Susan Risbon, Chair 484-433-9913 Susan.risbon@godiva.com Ned Hainey 610-436-8220 nbhainey@msn.com Sophie Minisi 610-529-1944 Sofia@minisi.com Pat Mullins 610-524-4061 patmullins@verizon.net Tim Noonan 484-680-8435 nim@ccil.org Rose Stancato 610-696-5949 rstancato@yahoo.com Wayne Kirchgasser 484-716-1632 wkirkon@verizon.net Rick Cornejo 610-363-1191 rickskis@gmail.com BVSA HAPPY HOURS October 7th Mas Mexican Cantina 102 E Market St West Chester 610-918-6280 October 21 The Desmond Hotel w/main Line & KOPSC 1 Liberty Blvd Malvern 610-296-7300 November 11 America Bar and Grill 499 E. Uwchlan Avenue Chester Springs 610-280-0800 November 23 White Horse Tavern at the Sheraton Inn 707 E. Lancaster Avenue Frazer, PA 610 524-5500 EPSC Rep Jeff Evons 610-518-1021 BVSA Webmaster Frank Dulin 610-696-0789 fdul@yahoo.com Advertise in BVSA Newsletter Business Card Size Only Submit copy ready - $15 per ad, per issue. Due by 15th of month. Send to Jeff Evons. Email your BVSA news articles & photos to memiller1208@juno.com by the 17th of the month. BVSA meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month at 8:00 pm September through May at Ruffini s, Valley Run Shoppes, 43 North Bailey Road ~ Thorndale CHANGING OF THE GUARDS. Laird Duncan will be joined on the Happy Hour Committee with new volunteers: Wayne Kirchgasser Rose Stancato Feel free to email them with any new suggestions! EPSC TRIP RECIPROCITY In accordance with the Eastern PA Ski Council (EPSC), Brandywine Valley Ski Association participates in the Trip Reciprocity Policy to promote Inter- Council (EPSC) member participation on ski trips without requiring membership in BVSA. Members from other EPSC Clubs with Trip Reciprocity Policies may participate in BVSA trips, when spots are made available, without having to pay guest fees or additional membership fees. All participants must comply with the policies established by BVSA. 2
X-COUNTRY SKI WEEKEND FEBRUARY 18,19,20, 2012 Crystal Lake, Williamsport, PA 30km machine groomed trails for all ski levels Snowshoe & ice skating options, equipment & lessons available. Accommodations at Kiya cabin, newly built w/3 dorm style bdrms, 2 baths, full kitchen & wash/dryer. Sleeps 15. This is a drive up (car pool) trip. $88/2nights (18th,19th) Trail fee $15/day, $25/2 days Equipment rental $15/day, $25/2 days. Ski lsn group rate (5/$10ea,2/$20ea,1/$35.00) Deposit $40 made to BVSA. Mail to: Wayne Kirschgasser P.O. Box 414 Unionville PA 19375 484 716 1632 Email wkirkon@verizon.net October 14-16, 2011 Poconos Fall Camping Hickory Run State Park Hiking, Biking, Lehigh Gorge, Fall Foliage Contact Wayne Kirchgasser For additional details wkirkon@verizon.net 484-716-1632 HELP OUT YOUR COMMUNITY!! Habitat for Humanity October 22 (8:30 am 4:00 pm) Contact Pat Mullins patmullins@verizon.net ATTENTION! Current Club Members: For those of you who have not renewed, time is running out Don t forget, you have until November 15 th to renew your member dues or pay an additional $5 charge after the date. You can send your renewals to the club address, but if you want to be processed quicker, you can also send it to my address. DON T DELAY-RENEW TODAY!!!!!!! BVSA/Barbara Cropper 533 Summit House West Chester, PA 19382 Any questions, please contact Barb Cropper at: Barb@AnsteyTeam.com In order to qualify for early ski trip sign-ups, you must be a current member. You have until November 15 th to renew your membership. For anyone who is a non member, you will have to purchase a membership first before you can sign up for a ski trip. 3
Horseback Ride Sheeder Mill Farm Saturday 10/22/2011 02:15pm 12 Sheeder Mill Rd, Spring City, PA 19475-3404 (610) 469-9382 Should be a great time of year for a trail ride taking in the peak fall foliage of northern Chester County. All experience levels welcome. Meet at the stable at 02:15-02:30pm for paperwork, then an approximate 1-hour ride. For those so inclined, after the ride we will visit a local watering hole for refreshments. Cost is $30 with gratuity not included. (10-20% was suggested) CASH ONLY Reservations are required by 10/15/2011. Please contact Tim to get on the reservation list. Timothy.J.Noonan@gmail.com or (484) 680-8435 Directions: Take 113 North, cross over Route 100, cross over Route 401. Continue North on 113 for 4.5 miles, to the first traffic light. Make a left onto Cold Stream Road. Go a total of 3 miles on this main road (do not make any turns off this main road). The name of the road will change to Pughtown Road but most never see a sign indicating this. You will come to an Open Grate Metal Bridge. Cross the bridge. Our farm is 1 mile past the bridge on the left. You will see the SHEEDER MILL FARM sign at the end of the lane. COMPLETE ONLINE RESERVATION: MARSHALLTON INN TRIATHLON 10/2/11 Link to the registration page: https://www.raceit.com/register/reservation.aspx?event=5071 Enter Reservation Code: 31BVSA2011 and hit continue If this is your first time registering, you must create an account. The BVSA Heat is #31 and the start time is 11:00 a.m. BVSA has 36 slots we need participants, so sign up today!!! Join Wayne Kirchgasser at 10:00 a.m. to form a BVSA convoy into the event and to park together (wkirkon@verizon.net). There will also be a BVSA banner in the parking area at Wayne s car (Black Exterra) for those who will be attending later. 4
HAPPY HOUR AT THE DOWNINGTOWN COUNTRY CLUB (by Laird Duncan) I went to the Happy Hour September 16th at the Downingtown Country Club. There was a wedding party heading into in the banquet hall and a couple of large groups that were coming for the band, a very senior citizen birthday party, and some other group. And, because it was such a nice day, there were a whole lot of golfers around the bar. Virtually every table in the bar area and both the upstairs and downstairs seating areas was reserved. However, the patio was, and remained, pretty much empty except for Risbob and me (the smokers). Go figure. Well, the golfers gradually left to go home thus freeing up space at the bar and management managed to come up with a few tables later in the evening as the early group(s) left. There were great free apps and lots of them... veggie platters, cheeses and crackers, spinach phillo thingies, and sesame seed crusted chicken fingers. They were good! Off the menu the "Par Three" was a hit - your choice of three apps served on a three tiered stand for 15 bucks. The band was a four piece group of old guys (they all play with the John Hoey Orchestra) and they were doing "British Invasion" night. The Beatles (of course), Van Morrison, Peter & Gordon, The Stones, The Kinks, Jerry and the Pacemakers, etc, and one Motown piece to "advertise' their next DCC appearance on 10/14 which will be Motown night. They were fantastic. People were up dancing, and I was reliving my high school and early college days with all the memories the tunes stirred up. I might go back on the 14th. We had a good crowd. Peter Hart, Frank K., Sue Meuser, Cindy and Ed Minka, Jeanne Meachum, Carol H. with some friends she brought, Ris, Tim and Eva and their new member neighbors, Tom, Pat, Pam Terry, Cheryl, Joyce, Jeff L, Jeff E and Mabel, Mike and Donna, Dick Reilly, etc. Probably 30 or more attended. Some of the early arrivals were little bit sour because they couldn't get tables. But as the beverages flowed, the rest of the crowd showed up, the band played on, and they got tables. It was a very fun evening. When: Saturday before Thanksgiving, November 19, 2011, 6 p.m. -? Where: 205 South Bonsal Road, off Airport Rd., Coatesville, Pa. 19320 Cabin Phone: 610-458-0908 Cost: $10 The Briggs Bonfire Party Forecast: Chili but you will not be cold Hot Bonfire, Hot band, Warm Friends Bring: a covered dish to share, remember it will go with Chili. A little fire wood, if you have it, to help make a good bonfire. Homemade Chili, beer, wine, soft drinks, water, will be provided. Music: Up in the loft, The Band will provide live music Carpool there is limited parking. Don't forget: a chair and to dress in layers. So don't miss the fun, food and friends. If you have any questions call Pat Mullins at 610-524-4061. 5
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Appetizers Buffet-Style Dinner Salad and Entree Coffee and Tea Station Mini desserts, Assorted rolls and breads, Assorted soft drinks Cash Bar Featuring: Cost: $45 per person Contacts: Sofie Minisi @ 610-529-1944 Susan Risbon @ 484-433-9913 Checks will be accepted at the BVSA October General Meeting 259 Church Street Downingtown Pa 19355 7
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OCTOBER 2011 Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat 1 2 Marshallton Triathlon 3 4 5 6 7 HH Mas Cantina 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Hickory Run Camping 15 Hickory Run Camping 16 Hickory Run Camping + Bear Creek Fall Festival 17 18 19 20 21 HH Desmond (joint) 22 Horseback Riding & Habitat Day 23/30 24/31 25 26 27 28 29 Joan s World Halloween Party 30 1 NOVEMBER 2011 Sun Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 6 EPSC Silent/ Live Auction 7 8 9 10 11 HH American Bar and Grill 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Cajun/ Zydeco 19 Ben Briggs Bonfire 20 21 22 23 HH White Horse- Tavern 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 9
February 25 March 3, 2012 A skiers paradise! Experience Winter Park, CO SKI-IN/SKI-OUT Two Bedroom, two bath condos at the Zephyre Lift tickets 5/6 Days Ground transportation to Winter Park Baggage handling for Lodging Welcome Party! Kick-off Party Included Winter Park $1269 Travel (currently booked on UA with one stop from PHL to Denver (baggage fees not included) - Will change to SW from PHL if possible when SW opens ticketing in September (no baggage fees non-stop) OPEN TO MEMBERS of BVSA and CLUB MEMBERS OF OTHER CLUBS WITH RECIPRICAL AGREEMENTS Cancellation Schedule: $700 Due Now Prior to Nov 15 $100 $350 Due Nov 2, 2011 Nov 15 - Jan 5 Up To $375 $219 Due Jan 4, 2012 After Jan 5 Full Forfeiture *If trip re-sold all monies less $75 fee will be refunded Membership or reciprocal agreement required Trip Insurance Encouraged Questions! Contact Rose or Tim! Rose: 610-696-5949 Cell: 484-678-6100 E-mail: rstancato@yahoo.com Tim: 484-680-8435 E-mail: timothy.j.noonan@gmail.com Make checks payable to: BVSA Mail to: Tim Noonan 1006 Ericsson Drive Coatesville, PA 19320 BVSA Cancellation Policy There will be a $75 cancellation fee for any cancellation received prior to 30 days of the departure date or prior to the trip commitment date, whichever comes first. No refunds will be made after 30 days prior to the departure date or after the trip commitment date, whichever comes first, unless the trip is resold. If the space is resold, all monies, less a $75 cancellation fee will be refunded. the trip commitment date is defined as the date the club has to commit to the trip. Trip provider cancellation policies supersede BVSA trip cancellation policy. EPSC PHILLY WINTER EXPO Silent / Live Auction Fund Raiser Event (free attendance) When: Sunday November 6, 2011 * 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm Where: Crown Plaza Hotel - Valley Forge, 260 Mall Blvd, King of Prussia 610-265-7500 PERSONAL INSURANCE Davis King Medicare Supplement Individual Life; Health; Disability; Long Term Care 311 Harbour Ridge Downingtown, PA 19335 610-458-0494; Cell: 610-416-0872 Travel Protection Travel Medical Insurance to fit your needs ydking@comcast.net 10
BRANDYWINE VALLEY SKI ASSOCIATION Membership/Renewal Application MAIL TO: BVSA P.O. BOX 549 DOWNINGTOWN, PA 19335-0549 Newsletters are available on-line. Check here to receive a printed copy: Check box to omit information from the directory Name Home Phone Cell Phone Spouse/Significant Other Home Email Children Work Phone Address Work Email Work Spouse Cell Phone City State Zip Code Email Spouse: The Brandywine Valley Ski Association (BVSA) is a year round sports/social club providing a variety of activities. Most of the activities are, to varying degrees, hazardous. By making this application for membership, I voluntarily assume the risks involved. By assuming all risks, I agree not to hold BVSA, its officers, board members, or agents liable for any accident of injury resulting from my participation in a club activity. After reading and understanding this release of liability, I hereby apply for membership in the Brandywine Valley Ski Association. Signature of Applicant Date Signature of Spouse/Significant Other Date The membership year runs from November 1 to October 31. New applications received after June 15 will be considered early signup for the next membership year. Membership Fees BVSA ONLY Individual $ 25.00 $ Date Paid Check No. Cash Couple $ 30.00 $ Deposit Data Amount Family $ 35.00 $ Entered Into Database Initiation Fee (if you were not a member last year) OR Late Fee After November 15 How did you here about BVSA? $ 5.00 $. Total $ Pamphlet Newspaper Internet Web Page Friend Please give name Other 11 Would you like to assist with? Meeting Speaker/Activity Non-skiing Activity The Newsletter The Directory Public Relations Ski Trips Non-Ski Trips Revised 10/2005
Brandywine Valley Ski Association PO Box 549 Downingtown, PA 19335 www.brandywinevalleyski.com SKIING SKIING, CAMPING BIKING, HAPPY HOURS CAMPING, KAYAKING POOL PARTIES, POOL PARTIES EXOTIC TRIPS, HIKING HAPPY HOURS, EXOTIC TRIPS KAYAKING, SAILING RAFTING, BIKING HIKING, RAFTING SAILING Ruffini s Our goal is that you have the best dining experience at an affordable price. Allons Danser Cajun & Zydeco Dancing Friday, November 18, 2011 Restaurant Lounge & Banquet Room Entertainment Every Saturday Night Daily Specials Texas Hold Em Sundays & Mondays 7PM Sign in Happy Hour Mon-Fri 4:30-6:30 $1 off all drinks www.ruffinis.com Monday 7:00PM www.ruffinis.com 43 North Bailey Road, Thorndale, PA 19372 (behind K Mart on Rt. 30) ~ 610-384-6560 12 Rosie Ledet Zydeco Sweetheart will sizzle you with her sensual singing! Palombaro Club 2632 County Line Road Ardmore PA 19003-2031 (Smoke free dance hall w/large dance floor) Free Dance Lesson 7:30pm Band Plays 8:30 to Midnight Admission $20 per person Contact Susan Risbon 484-433-9913 or For Info Jim Sorce 610-873-8793 ORDER YOUR BVSA DESIGN T-SHIRTS Contact: Pat Mullins patmullins@verizon.net 610-524-4061