Snow Trip 2012

Start Date: Friday, Feb 3rd, 2012
End Date: Sunday, Feb 5th, 2012
Meeting Point for Drop-off and Pickup:
Location: Bear Mountain in Big Bear, CA.
Lodging: In Der Bach Lodge, Big Bear
Forms Needed:

Coordinator: Cynthia Chen, Sissy Yoh
Cost: Outing plus Sports Package. The outing is scout-$60, sibling-$100, adult-free
Last Day to Signup: The lodging space is limited, please deposit $50 per person by DEC 19, 2011 to hold your spot.
Things to bring: Snow Trip Checklist, Camping Checklist

Details

Schedule :

Fri, February 3, Drive up & Sleep
Sat, February 4, Breakfast, Ski or Snowboard, Dinner (lunch is on your own)
Sun, February 5, Breakfast, Ski or Snowboard, Drive home (lunch is on your own)

Snow Trip Flyer — «.doc» «.pdf»
Sports Package Order — «.doc» «.pdf»

Attentions:

Please bring extra money for your lunch on Saturday and Sunday (Feb/4 & 5)
Food vouchers are availabe for purchase ahead as:
$10.00 as $13.00 or $12.00 as $16.00 value (one time use only, no cash back)

NEW RULE for Helmet - All scouts must wear helmet during ski or snowboard
Please note "Lesson Package" does not include Helmet, please rent one if you don't have it.
Helmet rental is available for $7/day, optional $2/day for equipment rental damage waiver.

Troop does not provide equipment rental service (ski, snowboard gears) due to LIFT + Equipment Rental cost more than Lesson Package. Please choose one of the lesson package if you don't have your own gears.

All participants are responsible for returning all rental equipment at the end of the day or you will be responsible to pay for all lost equipment.

The rental damage waiver covers Equipment repairable damage up to $350. (not includes Helmet damage)

Things to bring: Snow Trip Checklist, Camping Checklist

Tips to remember:

Layers of clothing are best. Base layer should be a fitted thermal shirt, then layered with a turtleneck or long sleeveshirt, if desired, follow with a fleece or sweatshirt. Outer layer should be a warm, water resistant ski jacket. Wearing too little can result in frostbite, but wearing too much can result in over-heating. Layers keep you warmer and allow you to remove if necessary.
Wear thin wool or poly socks, thick ones are too bulky and don't keep your feet as warm.
Wear water-proof gloves or mittens with rubber lining on outside for easy grip.
Use a gaiter or facemask. Gaiters are basically felt tubes that you slip on your neck and pull up to keep your mouth and nose warm.
80% of heat is lost through your head, so wear a ski or knit cap and cover your ears too.
Helmets are highly recommended to keep you safe and protected. You never know what could happen and even expert skiers fall. Your current bicycle or skateboard helmet should be worn for this snow trip to prevent possible head injuries.
Bring goggles and/or sunglasses for eye protection. The sun reflects off the snow and can be harsh on the eyes. Additionally, ultraviolet radiation is 36% higher at high altitude than at sea level.

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