NEWS MEMBERSHIP
VOL. 4 ISSUE 4
INSIDE MEMBERSHIP SPOTLIGHT
The Orndorff Family
WINTER EVENTS
Winter Opening Day Member Winter Weekend
WHAT’S THE NEWS
Great new improvements to the Mountain this winter.
WINTER 2014
MEMBER MESSAGE
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hope you have all heard about the inaugural Membership Winter Weekend. If you haven’t you need to make plans to be in Angel Fire on February 13-15 for a weekend of fun. This three day event is designed to show our appreciation for our members and will include happenings for all Angel Fire Resort Members. On Friday, February 13, members will ski for free. On Saturday, February 14, enjoy First Tracks, free hot dogs, chips and soft drinks, a competition on the Nastar Course with the fastest time for each age group winning a $50 Resort Gift Card, free night skiing and an Aprés Ski with wine and cheese in Chianti’s in the Lodge. On Sunday, February 15, members will enjoy free cross country and downhill skiing lessons as well as free sledding on the sledding hill. There will also be a happy hour for members at Elements bar that evening. Space is limited for First Tracks and ski lessons, to reserve call mountain
reservations at 575-377-4320 and secure your spot. We look forward to enjoying the mountain with you this winter, Your Membership Team
ON THE COVER
SO YOU KNOW
MICHAEL MARTINEZ Executive Director of the Angel Fire Ski Team, Michael Martinez, manages one of the most renowned educational and competitive ski teams in the Southwest. The ski team draws members from Albuquerque, Clovis, Amarillo, and Lubbock as well as local communities. “The kids love our program so much that many come back to coach.”
COMPLIMENTARY NASTAR RACING This winter members will receive complimentary entry into our NASTAR races on the mountain! New this year, members will receive an RFID card, which will allow members to go directly to the starting gates. NASTAR races are set to begin in January on Saturday and Sunday nights, weather permitting.
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT All ABout the Girls Logan Orndorff and his girls; wife Kelly and daughters Katie, Corey and Abbey moved to Angel Fire in 2008. When Logan and Kelly decided to retire from their law practice and focus on their girls they concluded that San Diego was not the environment they wanted. They spent their first year of retirement traveling across North America and experiencing everything our continent has to offer. After their travels they wanted to move to a ski community. While researching ski areas, they learned that Moreno Valley
High School was a nationally ranked school. “We could have moved anywhere” said Logan, “we chose Angel Fire because it offered the best educational opportunity for my girls.” Since moving, Katie has graduated and is now on scholarship at UNM, Corey is a National Merit Semifinalist and Abbey has helped lead the Junior High to become the only school in New Mexico to receive an A rating for three straight years. When school is out, the family spends their time rafting, mountain biking, hiking and working in their greenhouse. Logan went on to say, “Beyond the schools, Angel Fire provides the perfect rural mountain life style.”
The Orndorff Family at their home in Angel Fire.
ANGEL FIRE RESORT 866-328-3554
MOUNTAIN RESERVATIONS 575-377-4320
WHAT’S THE NEWS What’s Up for Winter Winter is well on its way and we hope everyone is excited to welcome in another season of snow and fun. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is a trusted expert on weather, and has recently predicted below average temperatures in the South-Central US, and above average precipitation in the Southwest. This sounds like a perfect combination for a snowy white Christmas and successful winter season! OUR MOUNTAIN
The Mountain Operations staff has been busy this summer revamping and revising the terrain parks. One of the new parks will be called Night Rider; it will be located near the middle of Exhibition and contain intermediate jumps and rails. Railyard will be the new beginner park, easily accessed from the bottom portion of Headin’ Home. It will be chock full of smaller and lower features for the aspiring freestyle skier and snowboarder. Our signature summit park, Liberation, will continue to have its large table tops jumps and advanced kink rails, but will add a massive quarterpipe wall. Additionally, the easier features on skier’s right will be expanded. The snow-making team has made significant improvements to the entire snowmaking system, which will lead to more efficient snowmaking throughout the mountain! Angel Fire Resort Ski and Snowboard School will offer a Locals Program again on Wednesday afternoons for anyone looking to improve their ski and snowboard skills. This eight-week program will run Wednesday, January 7, through February 25, and includes personal video movement analysis and a wine and cheese party. All instruction is provided by certified professionals from our Ski and Snowboard School. Please call 575-377-4383 for additional information.
SKI MORE WITH THE AFR PASS This will be the second year in a row that we will be part of the Powder Alliance. This reciprocal ticket program allows Members with skiing benefits three complimentary lift tickets at any of our 12 partner resorts throughout the West, including nearby Crested Butte and our newest partner, Silver Star Mountain in British Columbia, Canada. Blackout dates apply; so be sure to visit powderalliance.com for all the details. Our traditional partner mountains of Ski Apache, Pajarito Mountain, Sipapu Ski Resort, Ski Cooper, and Monarch Mountain will continue to offer three free day passes.
ImPROVE YOUR ALpINE SKILLS Angel Fire Resort is offering ski and snowboard workshops exclusively for members! The workshops are designed to help members improve their technique through instruction and connect members with other members that share a passion for snow. The three hour workshops will be held on, January 14, 21, 28 and February 4, 11, 18 at 1p.m. in a group setting. For $199 you will be able to attend all the workshops, receive video analysis and enjoy an end of the season wine and cheese party. To sign up or to learn more visit the Ski and Snowboard Ticket office located at the Base of the Chile Express.
The Platinum Advantage Beyond the unlimited skiing, VIP parking, VIP lift lines and the VIP locker room, Platinum Members receive a free wax and tune for their skis. Take full advantage of the best membership value in North America and visit the Rental Shop to get your skis ready for a great ski season. Keys for the Platinum Locker Room will be issued beginning Friday, December 5. Visit the Membership office, upstairs at the Country Club, to take advantage of this Platinum exclusive benefit.
ELEMENTS FINE DINING 575-377-3055 LODGING 866-328-3554
EVENTS CALENDAR DECEMBER 12 Winter Season Opening Day First official day to ski or snowboard the mountain.
23-25 Ski & Snowboard with Santa Find Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus on the mountain, don’t forget to bring your camera.
24 Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade FREE! Bundle up the family and join us at the base of the ski mountain at dusk for our annual Torchlight Parade followed by Fireworks (co-sponsored by the Village of Angel Fire). And keep an eye out – Santa and Mrs. Claus have been known to join in the festivities!
24 Christmas Eve Dinner in Elements Join us for a special buffet dinner served 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Reservations required. Please call 575-377-3055.
25 Christmas Dinner in Elements
8 Rock and Roll Celebration Weekend Join us for a celebration of all things rock, from Elvis Presley to modern sounds, featuring an Elvis costume contest, an oldies Rock and Roll dance and a Hard Rock Rail Jam.
22-25 BiG ‘OL Texas Weekend A fun-filled weekend celebrating the Wild West. Discounted lift tickets for residents of western states.
31 MEMBER TUBING AND S’MORES Join us for special reserved tubing, s’more making and fun.
FEBRUARY 1 Super Bowl Party in Legends Grill Great drink and food specials, along with Super Bowl Squares and door prizes!
6–7 World Shovel Race Championships Join us for a fun-filled weekend of high-speed shovel racing, craft beers, live music and fun activities to celebrate the glory of winter.
13–17 Carnival Grande Mardi Gras
Join us for a special buffet dinner served 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Reservations required. Please call 575-377-3055.
Celebrate Mardi Gras in Angel Fire with live music, parades and fun.
31 New Year’s Eve Dinner in Elements
13 Cajun Beach Party
Join us for a special dinner served 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Reservations required. Please call 575-377-3055.
Warm up for Mardi Gras with DJ Crawdad, specialty drinks and bead trading at the Village Haus from 8 p.m. - Close.
31 New Year’s Eve Torchlight Parade
13-15 MEMBER WINTER WEEKEND
FREE! Dress warm and join us at the base of the ski mountain at dusk for our annual Torchlight Parade followed by Fireworks (cosponsored by the Village of Angel Fire).
Join fellow members for first tracks, free food and fun at both the Alpine mountain and the Nordic Center.
31 New Year’s Eve Party At Village Haus
Bring your valentine and enjoy a specially prepared romantic dinner in Elements Dining Room 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Reservations may be made by calling 575-377-3055.
Join us 7pm-1am as we get ready to ring in the New Year. No cover. Featuring great music, favors and drink specials.
JANUARY 5–15 College Days Discounted lift tickets and lodging for College Students, must show current ID. Show your allegiance to your school by skiing and snowboarding in your school’s colors.
14 Valentine’s Dinner AT ELEMENTS
28-March 1 Throwback Weekend Dress in your best fanny packs, onesies and neon! Compete for groovy prizes as we honor the history of skiing and fashion, with a retro rail jam contest, a righteous dance party and break dance competition.
for more events and details, visit angelfireresort.com.
ANGEL FIRE STYLE Lively colors, fresh alpine scents and a relaxed, upscale feel is in style at Angel Fire Resort. Retail Manager, Robin Hoffler, has brought in some unique items for your home and closet that are sure to impress. The winter collection features vibrant teal and fire-red dinnerware that is perfectly accented with multi-colored candles with natural aromas of pine, moss and fresh fruit. For your closet, a line of unique scarves and shawls has paired with some unique southwest and mountain-inspired purses and clutches. This collection is ideal for accessorizing your home, holiday gifts or just for adding something new! When you come to Angel Fire next, make sure to stop by Annie’s and take a look at these new items!
For inquiries, please contact Membership at 575-377-4260 or membership@angelfireresort.com
MEMBER FOCUS
We had lots of fun this summer and fall! Be sure to send us your adventures at Angel Fire Resort!
Pic of the Season Winner
The Bregman family enjoying their time at Monte Verde Lake.
Members learning about fly fishing.
Students getting instruction during the Kids Bike Cinic. Cody Fisher and guest getting ready for the Royal Member Guest Tournament.
Craig Huddleston and guest get ready for the Royal Member Guest Tournament.
Putting during this summer’s Million Dollar Hole in One Golf Tournament.
Participants in this year’s Texas Shootout Tennis Tournament.
Participants in the Million Dollar Hole in One Golf Tournament Charity Classic.
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