Bromley Outing Club

VARA Wants Your Imput

Admin — Sun, 06 May 2012 13:35:27 +0000

Join the VARA Race Entry Procedure Forum!
Do you have ideas on what VARA can do to improve our race entry procedure? Are you willing to participate in a discussion on what we can do to make things better?
At the recent VARA membership annual meeting I was given the task of drafting a proposal that would potentially change how VARA member clubs accept entries to races in Vermont. The initial suggestion was that I should pull together a working group of race administrators. However, based on the animated discussion that this topic generated, it became obvious that coaches wanted a say in this as well. I can easily imagine that athletes and parents would like to give their input.
In order to draw in as many participants as possible, I have set up an online discussion forum at <http://skiracehelp.net/simplemachinesforum/>. If you would like to be heard, please register.
Some Teaser Questions: •Is it acceptable to require athletes to use a service that adds an administrative fee onto the price of the race? •Do we want to be early adopters of the USSA online race registration feature or do we want to sit back and see if it works first? •Under what circumstances are we comfortable holding onto the race-fee of an athlete that registered by didn’t attend the race? •Does anybody still fax in race entries? •Should entry fees and lift-tickets be separate charges?
Ultimately, the VARA Board of Directors has final say on what these policies are. Additionally, our policies must be consistent with USSA. However, the VARA BOD is typically supportive of recommendations that have been reached by a broad consensus after good discussions.
The primary target is to look at USSA scored races. However, I have set up threads for all categories of races: U10, U12, U14, non-scored U16 and FIS. I think it’s worthwhile to look at all of these while we are at it.
More broadly, if this forum is productive, it could expand to tackle other policy issues that tend to get lost in the shuffle.
Thanks for reading this. Please join the discussion if you are interested.
-David Iverson VARA BOD Alpine Officials Committee
(Disclaimer: I’ve never run an online forum before, so I’ll be learning as I go. In order to keep spammers out, I’ll be approving all registrations manually. I’ll also be moderating things pretty heavily. The goal is to be efficient and on-task in moving towards workable policies.)

BOC Summer Camp Offerings

Admin — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 14:16:23 +0000

This summer the Bromley Outing Club has joined forces with Okemo Mountain School to provide 2 great summer camp opportunities for the summer of 2012;

July 7-19 Whistler On-Snow Alpine Camp – Campers will enjoy 8 days on snow at the world class glaciers of Whistler-Blackcomb, some of the best and most reliable summer snow in North America. Along with daily on-snow training, the campers will participate in biking, rafting, rope course, hikes and other fun conditioning activities while enjoying all the beauty that British Columbia has to offer. Camp is all inclusive with the cost covering everything from the time the plane takes off until we return to New York.-transportation (air and ground, food, lodging, coaching, lift tickets and group activities costs). We will be flying as a group from JFK to Vancouver, BC and then take a chartered bus to Whistler Village. Our accommodations will be at the Greystone Lodge. located in the heart of Whistler village. During the camp, all campers will receive coaching, video and training that is custom tailored to their age group. Campers will return to JFK on the 19th( early am)This camp is appropriate for campers aged 11-14. Dave Pinder will join the OMS staff for this camp’s coaching line up. The cost of the camp will be approx. $3900, final pricing will be based on the number of campers, exchange rates and final airfare cost. Please contact Dave Pinder to get more details and reserve your spot today, director@bromleyoutingclub.com or 802-342-8295

July 29-August 11 Saas Fee Switzerland On Snow Alpine Camp- This camp offering is designed for dedicated athletes aged 13-18 at this world renowned summer training venue. Campers will be training alongside some of the best athletes in the world, while experiencing another culture and exploring the renowned beauty of Switzerland. Athletes will enjoy 10 days on snow, conditioning activities and cultural experiences. Fundamentals will be covered, as well as focused and intensive SL and GS gate training. We will fly as a group from Boston to Zurich. The cost of this camp will be all inclusive from the time the plane departs to when we return on the 11th, air and ground transportation, great food, lodging, coaching, lift tickets and group activities will all be included. This camp will be priced at approximately $4,000, final cost will be determined based on final number of campers, airfares and current exchange rates. Please contact Dave Pinder at director@bromleyoutingclub.com or 802-342-8295 for more details and sign up.

Please remember that your athlete must have a valid passport( valid to 1/2013) to attend either of these camps

These are the only camps that the BOC is associated with.

The End Came Too Soon

Admin — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 20:58:03 +0000

We’ve managed to endure one of the craziest weather winters anybody can recall. Although the weather was a challenge for the entire year, the BOC managed to have a very successful year. JISP, the mid-week program and weekend program saw unequaled growth in participation. We also managed to host 34 of the 35 events we had scheduled in the fall. Our athletes also performed with great success, Mikayla Lathrop was crowned top J4 in Vermont( and has regional competition ahead), Mark Nebraska and Allie Zeigler both placing 2nd in overall Vermont Cup standings for J1/2′s( Mark only missing the top spot by only one point and Allie’s injury taking her out of competition with 2 events to go) and Burr and Burton repeating as Vermont State High School Boys Champions for 2012. While not all of our athletes saw podium finishes, this year our BOC skiers and riders had a great deal of success in developing the skills needed to attain those top results and many found personal best performances during the year. It was very satisfying to see the growing passion our athletes exhibited all winter long, no matter what the weather dished out to us.

All in all, our 61st season was a great year. Like you, we too are frustrated by the abrupt end to the ski season and wish it could go on a bit longer ( the Sugar SL is now 3/31&4/1).

Thank You, to all the parents, volunteers, athletes, coaches, board members and staff who made the 2011/2012 a great season for the BOC.

JISP Cancelled for Friday March 16

Admin — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 14:09:19 +0000

JISP has been cancelled for Friday March 16 due to rain and possible thunderstorms.

J5 Final Weekend Update

j5 — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 03:13:44 +0000

You all know by now that plans have shifted due to the warm temps. Unfortunately, other events going on this weekend have me away and I will not be around on Saturday to participate in any festivities or to say good-byes. I will be at Gunstock with Michael Duddy and Peter Denious who will be racing in the Piche GS.
I may stop by Sunday morning on my way to the airport- going to see Grandma for her 101st birthday bash (cake and tea).
All of the J5 coaches thank parents and athletes for a great season- lots of great skiing despite the lack of natural snow.
We had a lot of fun this year- hope ya’ll did too.

And I am sorry that I will miss you on Saturday. If we are open next weekend, I’ll be at the mountain.

Cheers,
Sue
Patrick
Megan

Weekend Update

Admin — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 01:18:28 +0000

We hope everyone is looking forward to great weekend ahead, with outstanding weather and good times in the forecast. Please feel free to bring those beach chairs and sand toys. We are planning to start the festivities after the Pabst race( which starts at 10).

We have just received a wonderful donation from our friends at the US Ski Team that was suppose to be here for Febfest. Since it was too late for that purpose, we have elected to auction off a official women’s team jacket (size 10) and a official team issue DH suit( adult small) at our Saturday Beach Party BBQ. Surfs up, see ya at the beach.

J6 Team Update for the Final Weekend

j6 — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:04:03 +0000

J6 Parents and Athletes,

Well, you’ve probably seen the news regarding this weekend being our finale. Due to weather, we will be trying to cram a bunch of events into these two days. The final Pabst race will be Saturday, March 17 at 9:30am. Registration will be from 8 – 8:30am. We will follow-up with the Club Championship afterwards on Saturday. If your kids want to do the Mountain Dew Vertical Challenge, be sure to register at 8am as well. It’s going to be a busy day. I’m looking forward to some spring skiing and the Beach Party – I’m sure we will all have fun!

See you Saturday!

Coach John

The Weekend Ahead 3/17&18

Admin — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 20:33:43 +0000

This weekend is likely the finale for the BOC this season. The weather has hit the hill hard. As the mountain had commitments to the Mountain Dew Tour this weekend, we are unable to get the lodge for our end of season pot luck. However, we have come up an alternative, last minute plan with what we hope will be a fun and unique way to cap off a great season…

Saturday (forecast is 60/sunny)

Pabst race (starts at 10am)/Club Championships(starts shortly after the Pabst race)

BEACH PARTY…Since nature rained down lemons, let’s make lemonade!!!!! we will lug up the grill and cook up sausages burger and dogs, crank up some Bob Marley, Jimmy Buffet and Beach Boys on the PA, set up some volleyball nets and whatever else we can come up with at the last moment. Later in the afternoon we’ll have our coaches recognize their athletes and the other customary acknowledgments. BYOB (we may a keg and drinks for kids), bring up deserts or anything you would bring to the beach. we plan on kicking this off around 2pm.

Sunday

J1/J2 race on Peril (starts at 9.30). We still could use some help with this season ending event.

PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT THIS IS ALL DEPENDENT ON SNOW CONDITIONS AND SOME OR ALL OF THE EVENTS MAY BE MODIFIED OR CANCELLED!!!!!!!!

Please RSVP to boc@bromleyoutingclub.com we can get a rough headcount for the grill meisters.

See you all

The Weather Gods Mixing Things Up Again

Admin — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 02:23:27 +0000

As you look outside today anywhere in the northeast, it appears more like May then March. The forecast for the coming week is calling for more warm weather and is forcing us to consider making some changes to our traditional season ending events scheduled for the weekend of March 24th and 25th. We currently are considering moving our club championship, JISP race and year end social to the coming weekend of March 17th and 18th. These events and the already scheduled Pabst race, Mountain Dew Vertical Challenge and J 1/2 will need to be rearranged for the coming weekend(3/17&18). We hope to have a revised schedule completed by Wednesday(3/14) and you will be able to join us for an action packed weekend. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns.

J4 Racers: Week of March 15-18

j4 — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 14:29:17 +0000

BOC J4 Racers
Congratulations to the BOC J4 Racers for making the
VARA State Championship Team:
Eliza, Mairead, Libby, Mikayla, Liam, Will. Peter, Ryan

For those that didn’t make the team, you should still feel proud that you contributed
a winning attitude, moral support and a really fun year of training that helped
you and your teammates enjoy great progress this year.

The weather this week and for the coming weekend looks warm. Not good.
Therefore, as always, we must be flexible.

First, as always, there will be training and free-skiing for the J4′s who did not make
the States team. Second, for those who did not make the team, please consider
coming up to Pico to cheer on your teammates. It’s only a 1-hour drive from
Bromley to Pico. The race hill is right at the bottom of the mountain, so no lift
tickets are required to enjoy the festivities. Forth, as always, all J4 racers are
welcome to join in any of the training for the States team, whether you’re racing
or not.

Training BOC J4 States Team

Thursday, March 15
AM Slalom training at Bromley
PM GS training at Bromley
(Please let Amy know by Wed at 3 PM if you plan to train on Thursday!!)

Friday, March 16 — J4 States Training Day, Pico
Here is the link to the info sheet for the VARA State Championships, which is on
the VARA website (www.vara.org):
http://vara.org/news/prdetail.asp?item=3052

Saturday, March 17 — J4 States Slalom Championships, Pico
Here is the link for info details: http://vara.org/news/prdetail.asp?item=3042

Sunday, March 18 — J4 States GS Championships, Pico
Here is the link for info details: http://vara.org/news/prdetail.asp?item=3042

Looking at the weather, I guarantee the above schedule will flex,
so stay tuned!!

J5 March 10, 11

j5 — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 04:04:01 +0000

It’s pouring now @ 11 pm Thursday. It is forecasted to get colder over the next day or two, which should make for hard snow again. Sunday is the J5/6 dual giant slalom at Williard. This is a fun race- it’s more like an open slalom than a GS, and the day is shorter.
For Saturday we will have gate training when (am or pm) possible. Terrain- TBD. This rain may change things for our training on Saturday.

Congratulations to Michael Duddy and Peter Denious who qualified for the Francis Piche Invitational Championship race held at Gunstock, NH in two weeks. SVC was given 13 slots for boys and 11 slots for girls. If you are interested in seeing the council race results, I will have them with me on Saturday.

Safe travels,
Sue

J4 March 9-11 Weekend

j4 — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 01:30:44 +0000

J4 March 9-11 Weekend
Weather and snow conditions make it difficult to plan in advance. So, come everyday
prepared for SL or GS (as usual).

Friday:
GS in morning
GS in afternoon

Saturday:
     BOC J3-4 SL Open — don’t forget to sign up online or with BOC
     Training for Skiers not Racing:
           GS in morning
           GS or SL in afternoon

Sunday:
     VARA State Shootout — Sugarbush
     Training for Skiers not Racing at Sugarbush:
          GS in morning
          GS in afternoon

March 10th and 11th

Admin — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 20:06:26 +0000

Hello from sunny Bromley. We’ve had some great spring skiing this week and look forward to some great skiing this weekend. This Saturday we are hosting a 3/4 open slalom on the East Meadow. As always, we are looking for folks to help us out with putting this event on. Please go to our volunteer site and sign up today.

J6 Team Update for March 8

j6 — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 15:54:28 +0000

J6 Parents and Athletes,

Kids, when you grow up you can say you were around for the weirdo winter of 2012. Hopefully, we won’t see another one of these for a long time. Despite that, the skiing is great. Good news for the entire team – we’ve rescheduled the final Pabst race for March 17, 2012. We might throw in a surprise or two for this one, so keep training!

Lily, Mac, and Laura are running the show this coming weekend as I’m away. I expect full cooperation from everyone, parents included!

Rip it up and I’ll see you next weekend,

Coach John

Athletes please read….

Admin — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 15:10:37 +0000

Good article on the mental side of ski racing…..http://www.skiracing.com/?q=node%2F11528

Stephan