Early Fall 2006

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SnowPro The Official Publication of the Professional Ski Instructors of America Eastern / Education Foundation

EARLY FALL 2006

A Preview of 2006-07 Feature Events by Mickey Sullivan PSIA-E/AASI Director of Education & Programs

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he days are getting shorter, and the nights are getting colder. It won’t be long before we’re strapping the skis and boards back on our feet and hitting the slopes. Unfortunately, not even the Farmer’s Almanac seems to be able to help us determine what the upcoming winter will bring. But, whatever happens with this winter’s weather we have the good fortune of having the world’s best snowmakers at our favorite snowsport resorts right here in the Eastern U.S. We have numerous exciting events planned for skiers and riders this winter. If you want to have some fun and improve your skills, check out our entire Events Schedule, and sign up for your favorite event for this winter. I hope that you will take advantage of the opportunities to ski/ride with the best educators and coaches that PSIA-E and AASI has to offer.

Is this your last issue of the SnowPro?

Have you paid your 2006-’07 association dues? If not, your name is no longer on our active roster of members for PSIA-E, PSIA and AASI. This means you will no longer receive division or national benefits and your certification status is no longer current. If you find yourself in this situation and want to stay involved, call the office at (518) 452-6095 as soon as possible to pay dues or for more information on reinstatement.

Snowsports School Management Seminar - Mount Snow, VT On Any Gear! November 27-29, 2006 The 2006 Snowsports School Management Seminar will be returning to Mount Snow, VT, on November 27-29, 2006. Steve Howie (Snowsports Management Committee Chair) and his committee members have responded to your requests and surveys and have put together a terrific schedule of training events and activities for this year’s event. To receive PSIA National accreditation, your snowsports school director or technical director/supervisor must attend (annually) the Snowsports School Management Seminar at Mount Snow, or the Southern Snowsports School Management Seminar at Timberline Resort, WV on January 18-19, 2007, or the PSIA National Academy. Although only

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the director or a staff trainer is required to attend, we encourage snowsports schools to send several of your staff trainers in order to take full advantage of the topics being offered. This year’s Keynote Presentation will be by NSAA (National Ski Areas Association) President Michael Berry. Michael will be presenting: “The Future of the Industry-The growth model, demographics and other factors that will influence the sport and industry over the next 10 years.” Also in attendance will be Mark Dorsey, PSIA Executive Director. Mark will participate in several sessions, including the exciting “Town Hall” meeting. There will also be seminars on important topics such as Exam Updates, Management Roundtables, and Train the Trainer sessions, which are all part of the seminar. Complete details, lodging information, and a session schedule will be mailed to each school director in early October. If your mountain employment does not begin until late fall, please be sure to look for the mailing at that time. Note: Seminar participants coming in early at Mount Snow on Monday, November 27, are invited to take advantage of complimentary skiing/riding that day. Get a jump-start on the season! PSIA National Adaptive Academy - Breckenridge, CO December 3-10, 2006 This is the premier event for Adaptive programs in the country. Although it involves traveling farther than other events on our schedule, if you can make it you will remember it for a lifetime. Check out the schedule and details at Disabled Sports USA website at (www.DSUSA.org). Click on winter sports/programs and then on The Hartford Ski Spectacular. Eastern Children’s Academy - Mount Snow, VT On Any Gear! December 4-5, 2006 (Two day event) December 4-6, 2006 (Three-day event; Registered Member participants wishing to complete the Level 1 exam must attend the Level 1 Exam held in conjunction with the Academy three-day event.) This year’s Eastern Children’s Academy will be held at Mount Snow, VT. Children’s Committee Chair Jeffrey “Jake” Jacobsen and his committee are continued on page 3

2 ....... Editor's Desk

11 ..... Absolutely AASI

21 ..... 20, 30 & 40 Year Members

5 ....... Executive Tracks

16 ..... Kids, Kids, Kids

31......2006-07 Event Schedules

8 ....... VIPrivileges PSIA-E / AASI SnowPro • Early Fall 2006

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