Jack & Jill of America, Inc. Greater Channel Chapter Black Family Ski Weekend 2023 Black History Celebration Diamond Peak Ski Resort Lake Tahoe, Nevada Arrive Thursday for Same Rate Late Registration JANUARY 7 – JANUARY 30 $525 Per Family REGISTRATION CLOSES: FEBRUARY 1, 2023 Volume V
Lake Tahoe, Nevada Greetings, Black Families! The day you have all been patiently waiting for is finally here! We are all doing a happy dance. The Hyatt finally supplied the reservation link. Thank you for your patience. Please click the link below and book here: BOOK https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hyatt.com%2Fen-US%2Fgroupbooking%2FTVLLT%2FGUVJJ&data=05%7C01%7C%7C6c5357af62f8445ff93208daf96e28ec%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7 C0%7C638096548808160995%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1 haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=rPtwyT3%2FkMPdfE1AmpmIxxe%2FxI1HNKbgmWq%2BSj3 XVtg%3D&reserved=0 It’s
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February 16th Greater Channel (GCC) Arrival On-Site! We’re heading to Tahoe a day earlier to enjoy the amazing Hotel Amenities: Welcome GCC Cocktail upon arrival; 24hr Fitness Center; $5.00 match play coupon for the Casino; in-room refrigerators; free local shuttle to area shops and restaurants; Year Round Heated Pool & Hot Tubs; Virtual Studio Access with live and recorded fitness classes on the Mirror; complimentary Snowshoe usage; Adventure Specialist (family friendly) winter activities; ski valet & Diamond Peak Ski Resort shuttle. Come enjoy a full day to explore Incline Village and the Hyatt Resort before the action begins! THURSDAY
Greater Channel Ski Check-In: (10:00am) Receive your family’s wrist bands for access to Greater Channel’s evening activities, GCC S'mores Kit, GCC Black Family Ski 2023 Itinerary, Blue Line Shuttle Operation Schedule, GCC Ski Contact Info On-site, Black History Program Participation Packet for your children, Emergency Kit and Sing-along Lyrics. Friday Afternoon: Children's Ski & Snow Board Lessons Get your little skiers and snowboarders ready for the weekend! Book online via the lift ticket links included in the Ski Magazine or pay on-site at Diamond Peak. Children 3 and under receive complimentary lessons. Friday Evening: Sunset May We Please Have S'mores & Family Sing-Along! Grab your S'mores Kits distributed upon check-in and join us out by the by the fire. You can enjoy your own private fire pit or join the group for s'mores to fellowship together, the Jack & Jill way. We plan on making memories that will last a lifetime! Join in the GCC Black Family Sing-along while we warm up by the fire. Don't worry about knowing the lyrics, we'll have them printed for you. Let's Sing-along and Have S'mores, Please! FRIDAY
The snow play area for the Little Ones at Granlibakken is fantastic!! Kids under the age of 3 sled for free. Sledding tickets are $25 per person mid-week and $35 per person on weekends and holidays. Sledding & Snow Play at Granlibakken Daily 90-minute sledding sessions: 9:00AM – 10:30AM (Friday-Monday only) 11:00AM – 12:30PM 1:00PM – 2:30PM 3:00PM – 4:30PM GRANLIBAKKEN TAHOE SLEDDING HILL https://sledding.granlibakken.com/?_gl=1*7khvm3*_ga*MTM0Nzc2 ODE1NS4xNjc0MDE3OTQy*_ga_K8W9LPKEY2*MTY3NDAxNzk0Mi 4xLjAuMTY3NDAxNzk0Mi42MC4wLjA.&_ga=2.78735380.1869996 844.1674017942-1347768155.1674017942 SATURDAY
Diamond Peak Resort
SKI & SNOWBOARD LESSONS
The Child Ski Center provides a safe and fun learning environment for kids ages 3-6 of all abilities. Children have a separate learning area, private "magic carpet" Pete's Powerline surface lift and low child-to-instructor ratio of 6:1 max.
Group, private, and semi-private lessons are available for children 4-6 years old.
Ski & Snowboard Lessons (ages 7+) feature professional instructors, low student-to-instructor ratios, gentle slopes, and a friendly environment.
Diamond Peak is perfect for Jack & Jill Families and Guest Families. Diamond Peak caters to families with children by offering a Child Ski Center, Free Lift Tickets for children under 6, miles of groomed slopes, beginner terrain park features, and Lake Tahoe's most breathtaking view for the whole family to enjoy. Diamond Peak is the best place to ski, socialize and celebrate Black History the Jack & Jill way.
3-year -olds are accepted in private lessons only.
Carson
City Hot Air Balloon Flight Fly high in the sky in your balloon. Witness breathtaking scenery and incredible wildlife. Enjoy an invigorating Nevada hot air balloon tour with unparalleled, panoramic views of Carson Valley. Some flights are even lucky enough to see Lake Tahoe over the mountains. Learn from your pilot about historical and popular points of interest. Take comfort in knowing we selected in balloon experts with more than two decades worth of experience, and get ready to float high above Nevada. See wildlife like bald and golden eagles, prairie falcon, red-tailed hawks, deer, and more. Relish the views of the Carson River and Carson Range. See the spur of the Sierra Nevada, including the Jobs Peak. US $325 Per Person https://www.getyourguide.com/carsoncity-l103521/carson-city-hot-air -balloonflight-t400048/
Half-Day Guided Backcountry Ski Touring Experience at Incline Village Escape the crowds and long lines at the ski resorts and head out into the pristine Tahoe backcountry on this 3 Hour ski touring adventure with a professional guide. Choose from a downhill skiing using telemark or alpine touring equipment or cross-country skiing using wide and waxless cross-country skis. Instructions provided if needed. $ 99 . 00 per adult https://evendo.com/us/en/product/half-day-guided-backcountry-skitouring-experience-near-incline-village/190389-598449
4 Hour Lake Tahoe Polaris Slingshot Rentals Enjoy a unique perspective and cruise around Lake Tahoe in style in a Polaris Slingshot. Feel the wind and an adrenaline rush as you zip around on this speedy, three-wheeled open-air roadster. With a half-day rental, you have enough time to drive around the whole lake, with time for stops at highlights like Emerald Bay. Fro m $ 400 . 00 per group (up to 2) https://www.viator.com/tours/Lake-Tahoe/Lake-TahoePolaris-Sling-Shot-Rentals/d816-318348P1?mcid=61846
Lake Tahoe: Emerald Bay Helicopter Flight
Take off from south Lake Tahoe and enjoy fantastic scenery on a helicopter flight. See several scenic landmarks including Fallen Leaf Lake, Cascade Lake, Taylor Creek, and Pope Beach as you fly towards breathtaking Emerald Bay. Admire the views of granite and forested landscapes surrounding Emerald Bay. Enjoy a quick 10 minute tour over Emerald Bay and capture the beauty. See Eagle Falls which feeds into the lakes shimmering emerald-green waters. Take in these incredible sights from a helicopter for a truly memorable experience over Lake Tahoe.
$ 270 Per Group of 3 https://www.getyourguide.com/california-united-states-l560/lake-tahoeemerald-bay-helicopter-flight-t400344/
•Kids are welcome onboard. Per FAA regulations, if the child has not reached their second birthday, they may sit on your lap and ride for free. If the child has reached their second birthday, they must occupy a seat. Children's ear protection can be provided if required.
•Tours are weight limited.
•Passengers must be less than 300 lbs, with a combined allpassenger maximum weight of 500 lbs.
•For groups that are close to the 500 lbs limit, there will be a weight verification upon check-in.
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Cascade Lake, Mount Tallac, and Fallen Leaf Lake Embark on a fun and unique tour experience as
explore the Lake Tahoe area in a helicopter. See waterfalls, lakes, and mountains from above, reaching an elevation of 9,984 feet. Admire the views as you head to Emerald Bay along the mountains over Cascade Lake, then past Mount Talla and over the shoreline of Fallen Leaf Lake. Fly over Glen Alpine Creek and marvel at the falls below. Continue climbing towards Pyramid Peak and admire the landscape below, dotted with lakes and waterfalls. Drop 500 feet as you fly over Lake Aloha and past Horsetail Falls. Pass over upper and lower Echo Lake and then return.
Open - 10am - 3pm Premium Private Tour -$50 per person $20 per child 2-10 yrs Group Tours - $25 per person $10 per child 2-10 yrs Infants under 2 are free
Go back in time to the old Wild West on this tour from South Lake Tahoe to Virginia City, Nevada, including a train ride on the Virginia & Truckee Railroad. With a guide, you’ll start your day trip by minibus, driving along part of the Pony Express. When you reach Virginia City, a National Historic Landmark District, take a 6.5-mile round-trip train ride before enjoying free time in town to explore shops, museums or a historical saloon. Wild West Day Trip from Lake Tahoe with Train Ride $90.00 per adult
Beginner 1-day lift ticket Valid for ages 13-79. Beginner lift access is valid for Schoolhouse and Lodgepole lifts only. $100.00 Adult 1-day lift ticket Valid for ages 24-64 $155.00 Youth 1-day lift ticket Valid for ages 13-23 $140.00 Child 1-day lift ticket Valid for ages 7-12 $70.00 Senior 1-day lift ticket Valid for ages 65-79 $140.00 6 and Under 1-day lift ticket Valid for ages 6 & under $0.00 80+ 1 Day lift ticket Valid for ages 80 and over $0.00
STILLWATER SPA
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino
Explore the deluxe spa menu and bask in the plush design of Stillwater Spa, nestled high in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The spa team promotes wellness through the power of nature, utilizing the detoxifying properties of Lake Tahoe’s natural resources.
The spa services are infused with the natural elements of air, water, earth, and fire. The fresh, clear water of Lake Tahoe is the source for hydration and moisturizing; the purity of the alpine air assists in cleansing the body of toxins.
Stillwater Spa’s amenities include 16 treatment rooms including two couple’s sanctuaries, one with a fireplace and the other with an infinity tub. During your visit, the spa team will provide a private locker, plush robe, and slippers, to ensure absolute comfort. Other amenities include private oversized tower showers and relaxation areas next to the fireplace.
Open Thursday - Sunday 9:30AM - 6:00PM (Touchless treatments & day use only)
North Lake Tahoe Express
BLUE ROUTE TO HYATT:
Airport Shuttle Transfers & Reservation QR Code
Lone Eagle Grille offers exceptional dining experiences set against the spectacular backdrop of Lake Tahoe and our private beach. Enjoy highSierra cuisine such as steaks, game meats, seafood and creative takes on vegetarian favorites created with seasonally inspired local ingredients. Our sommelier’s are happy to assist with the perfect pairing suggestion from our award-wining wine menu. Our Lone Eagle Grille lounge boasts a touch of elegance with sweeping lake views and frequent live music from local favorite Luke Stevenson. Relax after a day of kayaking, hiking or sightseeing in Tahoe in this sophisticated but casual mountain lodge setting. Sit outdoors on the patio beside the open air fire pits for the best view of all.
Sierra Café offers family-friendly, casual dining in a comfortable alpine atmosphere. It proudly use ingredients from the Tahoe Food Hub, which connects restaurants with locally grown and organic ingredients at a fair price.
Stop in to enjoy a hearty breakfast. Healthy, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are available. Sierra Café is open daily 7:00AM -11:30AM for breakfast. It offers an array of tasty dishes as well as a breakfast buffet, from the culinary team!
Greetings from the FABULOUS Greater Channel Chapter of Houston, Texas, proudly representing the South Central Region of Jack & Jill of America.
The Greater Channel Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated, was established in 1994. It has grown over the years through the vision and mission of each of its past Presidents – Glenda Thibeaux (19941996), Pat Pellerin (1996-2000), Carolyn McCray (2000-2002), Debra Johnson (2002-2005), Dawana M. Lewis Scott (2005-2006), Cheryl Fleming (2006-2008), Renee Lewis (2008-2010), Barbara Pierce (20102012), Melanie Flowers (2012-2014), Paula Harris (2014-2016), Demetra Jones (2016-2018), Trela Parker (2018-2020), Stacey Frank (2020-2022) and Juantongia Calvin (2022- present).
The Greater Channel Chapter hosted Area Workday (1996), the Regional Mother’s Conference (2005), with other Houston area chapters, the National Convention (2006) and Children’s Cluster in 2013. We hosted Teen Conference in June 2017, the first on a college campus at the University of Houston.
In 2019, we celebrated 25 years of making a difference in the lives of children and families. We are proud to have members of Greater Channel that serve and have served Jack & Jill at the area, regional and national levels.
The Greater Channel Chapter Associate Group was formed under the leadership of Mattie Sharp and Barbara Auzenne in 2000.
Jack & Jill of America, Inc.
Jack and Jill boasts 252 chapters nationwide, representing more than 40,000 family members. Each chapter plans annual programming activities guided under a general five point programmatic thrust: cultural awareness, educational development, health (education and advocacy), civic (legislative advocacy and service) and social/recreational areas. Through service projects, Jack and Jill of America creates a medium of contact for children to stimulate their growth and development. Through lobbying, educational programming, dissemination of education materials, and the organization of community and charitable events, Jack and Jill has promoted the public awareness and interests of children including child development, child growth, child quality of life, child care and the promotion of children’s rights.
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa & Casino ROOMS, SUITES AND COTTAGES AVAILABLE FOR STANDARD RATES WITHOUT REGISTRATION DEADLINE TO REGISTER JANUARY 6, 2023 Reservation Links Distributed January 7th In Order of Payment Received LATE REGISTRATION: JANUARY 7 – JANUARY 30 $525 PER FAMILY REGISTRATION CLOSES: FEBRUARY 1, 2023 BLACK FAMILY SKI WEEKEND BLOCKED RATES* $319.00 Per Night 1 King $319.00 Per Night 2 Double Beds *Does not include $50 Resort Fee Per Day Plus Applicable Tax
