Far West Skier's Guide 2013-2014 - (Page 30)
FROM LEFT: River rafting on the Truckee River was a popular event. photo provided by Dana Rains,
'keystone Resort Silent Auction Bid Runners were from the Disabled Sports USA Far West
Snowsports Program. Beach Party attendees were busy getting signatures for their beach
balls. photos by Sebastian Diaz / Sabastian Diaz Photography
Mountain Magic Moments
at the 81st Annual FWSA Convention
by Jane Wyckoff
Convention Chair, FWSA
ABOVE: On Friday evening, Silent Auction attendees visited industry booths and mingled
with friends at the Welcome Party hosted by Ski Dazzle. This is a wonderful opportunity to
meet resort representatives, learn about different resorts and make decisions about future club
travel plans. LEFT: The guitarist is from the band "One Track Mind". The band provided the
musical entertainment for the Saturday Awards Banquet. The leader of this band is
Warren Martineau, from Forest Suites Resort in South Lake Tahoe.
The 81st Annual Far West Ski Association Convention held at the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino in Reno, Nevada, June 6-9,
2013 was one for the record books. Our host,
Bay Area Snow Sports Council, did an outstanding job in drawing a large attendance.
From the Thursday evening River Walk Pub
Crawl to the closing gavel on Sunday, there
were many educational and fun activities, special guests and Mountain Magic Moments to remember.
Our kick-off event was the Thursday
evening River Walk Pub Crawl along the historic Truckee River. Golf enthusiasts had an
early start on Friday morning for the 7th Annual Michael German Memorial Golf Tournament held at the LakeRidge Golf Course, with
breathtaking views of Reno and the surrounding mountains. The adventurous packed their
gear and participated in the White Water Rafting Trip down the Truckee River or ventured
off on a hike along the Tahoe Rim Trail to the
Mt. Rose Summit. Those who wanted a more
relaxing day had a spa treatment with luncheon in a cabana by the spacious pool at the
Grand Sierra Resort, or a "Fun Day" featuring
Miniature Golf, Bowling and Pai Gow Lessons. A late afternoon "beach party" was held
at the Grand Sierra beach adjoining the outdoor pool, hosted by Central Council, complete
with a beach ball signage competition for
prizes.
On Friday evening a Ski Club Happy
Hour preceded the 28th Annual Silent Auc-
tion with close to $100,000 in ski, sport and
adventure packages, plus equipment up for
bid. A portion of the proceeds was donated
to the Disabled Sports USA Far West SnowSports Program. Volunteers from DSUSA
served as bid runners for the event.
After a brief, opening General Session,
Saturday's programs featured the Travel Expo,
two new modules of the Snowsports Leadership Academy, Public Affairs Panels, a Far
West Racing Association meeting, and an Outstanding Club / Council Recognition Programs
panel. Industry partners presented bids for
Far West Ski Week 2015 and judges convened
to interview honorees for the Councils' Man
and Woman of the Year recognition program.
A Multi-Media Presentation followed the
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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Far West Skier's Guide 2013-2014
Far West Skier's Guide 2013-2014
Index
Board of Directors, Trustees
President’s Message: FWSA is on the Move!
FWSA Committee Chairmen and Other Representatives
FWSA Presidents Gather at 2013 Convention
Council Information
FWSA Council Services Supports Clubs
National Ski Council Federation Brings Councils & Clubs Together Nationwide
FWSA Membership: Through Clubs or Direct
FWSA Direct Member Application Form
Order Form / Far West Skier’s Guide
FWSA Communications
Ski Season - 2014
FWSA Travel Program
FWRA Board of Directors
FWRA League Race Chairs
Why Do We Race?
FWRA Race Schedule
The FWSA Athletic Scholarship Program Helps Junior Racers
Pursue Your Passions Through the FWSF
Hope on the Slopes Events
Winter Trails Day
FWSA 81st Annual Convention - Mountain Magic Moments - Recap
FWSA 2013 Convention Sponsors
FWSA Industry Award Winners
Convention Door Prize Donors & Milestones
2013 FWSA Councils’ Man & Woman of the Year
Silent Auction & Travel Expo Participants - 2013
2013 FWSA Convention Award Recipients
Snowsports Celebrities Entertain & Inform
Candace Cable, Keynote Speaker
FWSA Safety Person of the Year
FWSA Western Ski Heritage Award
FWSA Snowsports Builder Awards
FWSA Ski Clubs & Councils Continue Generous Charity Support
FWSA 82nd Annual Convention - Volcanic Paradise - Bend, Oregon
FWSA 83rd Annual Convention - Salute to San Diego
Twelve Resorts / One Pass
Public Affairs - 2013 Update
The Road to Sochi
Lodging Options
Regional Ski Shows
High Hopes Exist for an Olympic & Far West History Museum in Squaw Valley
Zermatt: Where Legends Meet!
Has Technology Made Skiing Safer?
How Well Do You Know Your Resorts?
A Visit to the 2013- 2014 Digital Edition Only Insert
FWSA Council & Club Information
Far West Skier's Guide 2013-2014
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