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July, 2018
EXECUTIVE ORGANIZATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President – Toby Kravet – 808-224-1065
Jonathan Carr
Geoff Chu
Paul Ferguson
Bill Hodges
Anita Hodges
Alan
Teramura
Linda Giers
Caroline Sluyter
Mike
Tsutsui
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Newsletter Editor
Toby Kravet
(Click on Contacts for e mail addresses)
CALENDAR OF EVENTS:
Additional events, such as concerts, hikes, excursions, may be added. Watch your email for possible updates.
Every Monday evening (except on holidays and, of course, during Hawaii Ski Week): 4:30 P.M. A group of ski club members and their friends play tennis at Keehi Lagoon courts, off Lagoon Drive. Stay in shape and share refreshments afterwards!
July 5 (Thursday) 5:00 P.M. Due to proximity with the July 4th holiday and the summer vacations of many of our members, a July 5 General Membership Meeting will NOT be held.
July 19 (Thursday) 5:30 P.M. Board Meeting at Henry Loui's.
July 20 (Friday) 4:45 P.M. - for sailing, 6:45 P.M. - for Pau Hana and fireworks. Sunset sail and/or Pau Hana and watching the usual Friday fireworks display at the Hawaii Yacht Club.
August 2 (Thursday) 5:00 P.M. General Membership Meeting at location TBA.
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE:
As of our June 21 Board Meeting, we have thirty two Ski Club members signed up for Hawaii Ski Week at Whistler-Blackcomb in January and twenty one for Rusutsu in February. Although it is still early with regard to the signup deadline for Hawaii Ski Week I would encourage you to get your registrations and deposits in ASAP if you know you will be going. Blocking off sufficient numbers of airline seats and beds at a particular price is a bit of a "dance" every year for us and the travel agency, and the earlier our initial "guestimates" turn into reasonably accurate predictions, the less the anxiety there is for the actual "dancers" who are the Trip Committee, the travel agency, the airline, and the hotel(s). Also, please note that the deadline to be assured of "a berth" on the Japan trip is only a couple of weeks away (see below).
The decision to cancel the July General Membership Meeting was made by vote at the June meeting. Just so you know, we are looking into another possible venue for our August 2 meeting but already have reservations for Ruby Tuesday if it doesn't pan out. Our meeting locations are not locked in stone, and we welcome suggestions from the membership at large. "No be shy." Because of traffic issues, the Ewa (west) side of Honolulu is preferable.
"Mucho Mahalos" to the Withys for inviting some of us (those of us who can fit without sinking "da boat") for a sunset sail and the rest for a Pau Hana with fireworks watching at the Hawaii Yacht Club next month (see below). Can't wait!
Finally, I am saddened to report the recent, untimely passing of Ski Club member Rick Conroy. He, with wife Marian, not only came on our trips over the past several years but participated in a number of our regular "non snow country" activities. Rick will be missed. Our sincere condolences to Marian and family.
Hope to see you at our meetings and activities.
A hui hou kakou,
TOBY
UPCOMING SKI CLUB ACTIVITIES:
A UNIQUE HAWAII SKI CLUB PAU HANA
SAIL, AND
FIREWORKS DISPLAY
Hawaii Yacht Club
July 20 (Friday) 4:45 P.M. to sail,
6:45 P.M. for grinds and fireworks
Please join us on Friday, July 20 for a
special pau hana at the Hawaii Yacht Club. Malia and Todd Withy have invited ski
club members to join them for a sail on the Malia Kai, their 40’ sailboat,
followed by a simple pau hana meal of burgers and beer (other options available)
at the Hawaii Yacht Club, and ending with the Waikiki fireworks display.
For those who wish to sail with the
Withys, email Malia at
jm@jeanmalia.com to
confirm a space on their yacht. There are 8 extra spaces (in addition to the
regular crew) for ski club members, so it’s first come, first get to sail.
Please arrive at their slip (#446) by 4:45 pm since the boat departs promptly at
5:10 pm for the weekly Friday evening race. The sail lasts approximately 1 ¼
hours.
For
those who prefer to stay on land, you should arrive at the Hawaii Yacht Club
clubhouse around 6:45 and inform the person at the clubhouse door that you are
Withy guests. Our pau hana area will be on the bottom level of the Hawaii Yacht
Club clubhouse (this is NOT the Galley By The Sea, full service restaurant on
the top floor). The setting is very casual with outside picnic tables and a bar
and grill for refreshments.
The Waikiki fireworks show begins about 8pm (after sunset)
and can be viewed from the yacht club.
IMPORTANT: THIS PAU HANA TAKES
PLACE AT THE HAWAII YACHT CLUB LOCATED BEHIND THE PRINCE AND ILIKAI HOTELS. This
is NOT the Waikiki Yacht Club which is adjacent to Ala Moana Beach Park.
You MUST pay for parking (pay at the parking dispenser, an ATM-style machine,
and place the receipt inside your windshield). Do NOT park in reserved spots or
fail to pay for parking, because your car could be towed.
ANITA
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Location TBA
August 2 (Thursday) 5:00 P.M.
We WILL be having a General Membership Meeting on August 2. While chances are good that we will be back at Ruby Tuesday, Moanalua Shopping Center, we are also exploring other options. Stay tuned.
TOBY
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
HAWAII SKI WEEK 2019
WHISTLER-BLACKCOMB
JANUARY 25, 2019 -
FEBRUARY 2, 2019
The
Airline
WESTJET AIRLINES: $599.00. Air Fare per person
from Honolulu to Vancouver, Canada, for up to 50 people. Additional people will
be priced at the air fare in existence at the time of booking. First check bag
is free; additional checked bags are $35.00. One small carryon and one personal
item taken on board are free. Block group seating is included. Individuals may
change seats without charge at airport check in or may purchase PLUS SEAT
upgrades. Friday, Jan.25 WestJet 1865 Depart HNL 11:50 pm – Arrive YVR 7:30 am
Jan.26; Saturday, Feb.02 WestJet 1864 Depart YVR 6:15 pm – Arrive HNL 10:48 pm
Hotel/Condo
Lodging
LISTEL WHISTLER HOTEL:
$869.00 per person based on 1 person or 2 people sharing a hotel room with 2
queen beds with coffee maker, small fridge, in-room safe, TV. $30.00 extra
person fee (max 4 per room, per night plus tax. Upgraded rooms may be available
upon request. Baggage handling optional for groups at $8.00 per person in & out.
Hotel offers free WIFI throughout, après Ski Champagne Bar, award-winning
Bearfoot Bistro Restaurant, Ketel One Ice Room serving over 50 vodkas, coin
operated laundry, computers/printers in lobby, elevators, shared Jacuzzi.
Approximately 2-3 minute walk to the Whistler Gondola.
Lift Ticket
Choices
# of Days. 6 out of 7; 5 out of 6; 4 out of 5; 3 out of 4
Adults 19-64 $597
$526 $426. $331
Seniors 65+. $557. $476. $392 $302
Youth 13-18 $528. $452.
$369. $239
Child 6-12. $299. $272. $226. $177
Shuttle bus
Travel Protection Plans: Travel
protection coverage is recommended and available to cover most cancellation
situations. Coverage to cancel for any reason or for pre-existing medical
conditions must be purchased within 14 days of tour member’s deposit. Otherwise,
coverage must be purchased prior to final payment. Call for additional
information.
Terms and
Conditions for Group Packages:
Please contact Alan Teramura,
alan@hawaiisnowskiclub.com
ALAN
RUSUTSU SKI TRIP
HOKKAIDO, JAPAN
February 16-24, 2019
Rusutsu
is the largest ski resort in Hokkaido, Japan and only a 90 minute shuttle bus
ride from Sapporo Airport (CTS). It is known by skiers worldwide for its
plentiful powder, long and wide well groomed runs, and access to fabulous tree
skiing. The resort receives over 45 feet of snow annually, with 37 runs serviced
by 4 gondolas and 15 chair lifts. Approximately a third of the runs are
beginner, a third intermediate, and a third advanced to expert.
The trip
includes non-stop round trip airfare on Hawaiian Airlines leaving Honolulu on
Saturday February 16, 2019 and returning on Sunday February 24, 2019. From
Chitose (CTS) Airport, a chartered bus will take us directly to our hotel for 7
nights. All rooms at the Rusutsu Hotel have two twin beds for double occupancy
and include breakfast and dinner vouchers. Senior 5 of 6 day lift tickets (for
people 60+ years old) are included in the land package with a $35 supplement for
those under 60 years of age. The total trip cost is $2,800 per person
twin/double occupancy which includes $843 for airfare and $1,957 for the land
package. Single supplement is $1,000. You can book the land package separately
from air If you wish to arrange your own air travel.
As with the trip to
Whistler, we are using Schewe Travel Associates which is experienced in booking
ski trips for hundreds of skiers and boarders annually. Their address is 1481 S.
King Street #312A, Honolulu HI 96814. Telephone (808) 947-8811. Email is
schewetravel@hawaii.rr.com. The booking process is quite simple – just complete
the Reservation Form and mail it to Schewe Travel Associates with your $300 per
person deposit on or before July 13, 2018. After this date, reservations will be
accepted on a space available basis.
Reservation forms have already been emailed to all Club members If,
for some reason, you did not receive it, please contact Alan Teramura,
alan@hawaiisnowskiclub.com Complete and mail the form, with your
deposit, to Schewe Travel Associates.
Airline
Hawaiian Airlines fare is $843 per
person for the round trip non-stop flights to Sapporo’s Chitose Airport. We have
only 40 airline seats at this price. Additional airline seats will be at the
published price on day of booking. First two checked bags are free and a third
checked bag is allowed for a fee of $150. One small carry on and one personal
item taken on board are free. Block group seating is included. Individuals may
change seats without charge at airport check in. HawaiianMiles credit is
permitted if your account number is on the Reservation Form. HawaiianMiles First
Class Upgrades are permitted in accordance with the HawaiianMiles policy.
Lodging
We will be staying at the
Rusutsu Resort and Convention Center, a four star ski in ski out hotel with its
own onsen, 6 restaurants, game room, 4-D movie theater, swimming pool and wave
pool. Rooms are all non-smoking run-of-house with twin beds, free WIFI, safety
deposit box, free bathroom toiletries & slippers, electric kettle, small
refrigerator, satellite TV, telephone, private bathroom with shower/tub.
Breakfast and dinner vouchers valid at all hotel restaurants are included
daily. Check in 3:00 pm - check out 11:00 am.
Lift Tickets
Included in the package is a 5
out of 6 day senior lift ticket for the 60+ age group. For people under 60, add
$35. If you would like fewer ski days or none at all, please contact Schewe
Travel Associates.
Shuttle Bus
Our transfers from the airport
to the hotel and back are included in the package. It will be a non-stop
chartered motor coach for our group. We’ll be met on arrival after clearing
immigration and collecting our luggage. No waiting at the airport for the
regular shuttle bus to Rusutsu. Those making their own air travel plans, must
meet the group when they arrive at 5 pm in order to ride the shuttle bus or must
make their own shuttle reservations.
Travel Protection Plans
Travel insurance is
recommended and available to cover most cancellation situations. Coverage to
cancel “for any reason” or for “pre-existing medical conditions must be
purchased within 14 days of paying your deposit. Otherwise, coverage must be
purchased prior to final payment. Call for additional information.
Terms and Conditions
All features outlined above
will be confirmed upon receipt of the Reservation Form and deposit. A 4% service
charge will be applied for individuals wishing to pay with individual credit
cards. Prices listed will not be assessed any fees for payment by cash or check.
Deposit of $300 per person is due on or before July 13, 2018. Final payment is
due on or before November 1, 2018. Prices are based on a minimum of 30 people
traveling together. If the group falls below 30, the price may have to be
adjusted according to the final count.
All cancellations must be made in
writing. Cancellations received after July 13, 2018 will be assessed a $50
administration fee. Cancellations received after full payment will be subject to
the refund policy of the airline and hotel. Cancellations received within 30
days of departure and after airline tickets have been issued will be
non-refundable. While the ticket will be valid for one year from issuance, a
$200 service fee to change dates or routing will be assessed.
ALAN
HAWAII SKI CLUB IS ON FACEBOOK
If you are on Facebook, add the HSC as a “friend.” You will be up-to-date with recent HSC activities that members upload. The HSC Facebook page has photos from members on ski trips and at Club activities. You can also include your personal photos and announcements relating to the club for all HSC members to view.
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