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The 81st Annual FWSA Convention will be held in Reno - June 6-9, 2013. This is an ideal time to come early and/or stay longer. Or, to grab some quality time in the Lake Tahoe area during the rest of the year. Reno has a reputation as a top year around outdoor destination. It is a gateway to unlimited adventures both within the city and the nearby Virginia City and Lake Tahoe areas. The FWSA Convention hotel - the Grand Sierra Resort alone provides everything you could want or need with its numerous and varied restaurants; its extensive spa, massage and body treatments; the on-site sandy beach; miniature and indoor golf, casino and much more. But, if you venture out, there are numerous other activities available. The city of Reno/Sparks was founded along the Truckee River back in the late 1800s near the first bridge that crossed it. The city has subsequently grown along the river banks. Back in the 1990s, a revitalization program was created to accent the river front.
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A Visit to Reno and Lake Tahoe - Part I: Summer Adventures
Come EarlyStay Longer
by Leigh Gieringer
Bring your clubs! There are over 50 golf courses in the Reno/Lake Tahoe/ Carson City area. The higher elevations allow the balls to travel further!
TOP AND LEFT: Reno has been famous for gaming and nightlife for decades, but in the 1990s, a scenic riverwalk was developed to revitalize the downtown area along the Truckee River. Dining and entertainment, shopping and cultural events, as well as a whitewater park, provide a fun atmosphere for the locals and visitors alike. RIGHT: Approximately 25 miles from Reno is Historic Virginia City. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in the early 1960s, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. photos / VisitRenoTahoe.com
Merchants opened boutiques, shops and galleries along the River Walk. It became a hub for dining, a center for artistic events and musical entertainment. When the sun goes down, there are plenty of options for some evening relaxation. Many feel it was the development of the Truckee River Whitewater Kayak Park that was the impetus for the downtown area’s revival. Eleven drop pools over a half mile stretch provide kayakers the opportunity to learn and improve their skills. After all, there are numerous additional rivers, lakes and streams to practice the techniques.
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The National Automobile Museum houses a collection of over 200 restored antique cars, most of which were once owned by Bill Harrah, the founder of Harrah’s Casinos. Viewing these well-preserved vehicles is like stepping back into a very different place and time. Some of the surroundings where they are showcased have been replicated to represent the eras in which the cars were built. One now only hears about certain manufacturers that have lasted throughout the years, but there were many more who built beautiful automobiles, then faded into history. Even if you are not a car buff, it is well worth seeing.
It’s also fun to visit Virginia City, approximately a forty-five minute drive away. Virginia City became a silver-mining boom town in 1859 as a result of the Comstock Lode Silver Strike. Within the next 20 years, it was known as the “Richest City in America” as $400 million worth of silver was taken out of the mines. About 40 years after its founding, the mine was exhausted. Inhabitants left. It became a Ghost Town. The town is very charming as it’s filled with history of a by-gone era. Some may even say it could be called “America’s Liveliest Ghost Town”, as it now draws over two million tourists each year.
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Far West Skier's Guide - 2012-2013
Contents
Board of Directors, Trustees
President’s Message: FWSA Offers A Variety of Activities & Trips
FWSA Committee Chairmen and Other Representatives
National Ski Council Federation Serves Councils & Clubs Nationwide
Springtacular . . . What?
Council Information
Councils Come Together: Identify Common Strengths & Problems, Assist to Provide Solutions
The New Ski Season is Here
Direct Membership is Available in FWSA
FWSAIndividual Membership Form
FWSA Revamps Website
It’s Been 25 Years
FWSA Travel Program
FWRA Silent Auction Donors
FWRA: Racing is Fun & Helps Improve Technique!
2013 FWRA Championships Alpine Meadows, California
FWRA Board of Directors
FWRA League Race Chairs
FWRARace Schedule
FWSA Athletic Scholarship Program
Far West Ski Foundation Expands Program
FWSA Ski Clubs Continue Generous Donations in Time & Fundraising
FWSA 2012 Convention
Greg Thompsom Shows Way to Preservation of Ski History
FWSA 2012 Convention Sponsors
Convention Door Prize Donors
FWSA Industry Award Recipients
Travel Expo/Silent Auction Milestones
2012 Councils’ Man & Woman of the Year
Silent Auction & Travel Expo Participants - 2012
FWSA Safety Person of the Year
FWSA Western Ski Heritage Award
FWSA 2012 Service Award Recipients
FWSA Snowsports Builder Awards
Harry Leonard Inducted into U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame
2013 FWSA Convention - Reno, Nevada
Reno/Lake Tahoe: Come Early - Stay Longer
Lodging Options
2014 FWSA Convention - Bend, Oregon
Public Affairs - 2012 Update
Chuck Morse Honored - “Veteran of the Year”
FWSA Historic Ski Clubs
Skiing on Grass
Innsbruck . . . The Epicenter of Austrian Sports
Sensory Overload: Helicopter Skiing in the Chugach Mountains, Alaska
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FWSA Council & Club Information
Regional Ski Shows
Far West Skier's Guide - 2012-2013
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