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Hey!  So you've already gone to the Ski Show and spent money on parking, on getting in the door, then maybe bought yourself an ear warmer. 

Not to fret!  Instead, get on over to the biggest, best little Ski Fair this side of the mountain.  The NWSCC Ski Fair offers what the others don't.  Namely free parking, free admission, and free exercise, as you walk from booth to booth.  We also offer a silent auction, the thrill of joining a ski club, discounted ski passes, and more.  This is an annual "must do" for serious skiers.  Heck, it's a must do for beginners, too.  Just put it on your calendar and tell your friends.   

Where:  Holiday Inn at PDX
When:   November 8, 2010
Time:    6:00 PM doors open

Oh, almost forgot. If you're a VENDOR or an EXHIBITOR, then click HERE for your special invitation.

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The elections for 2010-2011 year were held and the following poor devils were affirmed:

• President - Sheri Parshall (Skiyente)
• Vice President - Dave Rasmussen (Schnee Vogeli)
• Secretary - Julie Rasmussen (Skiyente)
• Treasurer - Marcia Brighton (Skiyente)

But that's not all! To share their year of servitude, welcome these elected Directors:

• Colleen Walter (Skiyente)
• Richard Rizk (Cascade)

There seems to be an obvious trend towards folks in Portland area ski clubs heading the NWSCC, and of course that can be attributed to historical and geographical reasons.  But, it does not have to be that way.  Washington! Alaska! This is your Council, too!  Get involved, even if we have to find a way to video conference the meetings.  All things are possible.  Directors will be appointed, and this is your chance to volunteer. 

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From NWSCC President Sheri Parshall:

WAHOO!!! NWSCC and Northwest clubs came away big winners at the 2010 Far West Convention!!! Congratulations on SO MANY LEVELS!

• NWSCC wins the NEWSLETTER competition in the Council division (Linda McGavin, editor)!
• NWSCC wins the WEB SITE competition in the Council division (John Jessen, webmaster)!
• Richard Rizk (Cascade) won the Aspen Safety Person of the Year Award (he wins a week in Steamboat!!)
• Colleen Walter (Skiyente) won the Far West Athletic Association fund raiser drawing-- A Canadian Mountain Holidays Heli-Hike trip (value $5000!!!)
• MOUNTAIN HIGH wins several awards in the AAA Division, including Outstanding Club, Newsletter (Emilio Trampuz), and it took third for Web Site (Emilio Trampuz)!
• SKIYENTE wins the Charities Award!!
• Mary Olhausen and her "A-Team" (now the "A-Plus Team) crew (including our own Linda McGavin (Mt. High) and Becki Robinson (Altair)) had one of the most successful silent auctions in recent years.
• Debbi Kor (Mt. High) garnered almost $18,000 in cash donations for sponsorships this year.
• Becki Robinson (Altair) and I the moderated the panel session on Social Networking that was hugely attended

Congratulations to everyone for jobs well done! You did our council proud!!

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FWSA Dive Trip !  

For those who either can't stand the snow or for whom the bends means something more than Mt. Bachelor, FWSA will be offering a Cozumel Dive adventure.

This is hot hot hot, folks, so best get on it RIGHT NOW.

Flyer: FWSA Dive Trip (PDF)

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FWSA 2011 Ski Trip !  

The 2011 prima domestic ski trip for FWSA this year will be to Sun Valley, that venerable hot spot for all the hotties of stage, film and the universe. 

As per usual, NWSCC will be there in all our party and ski best, ready to rock your little fur-lined socks off.  But, however, and in no little matter, it is incumbent upon you to sign up as quickly as possible.  Space is extremely limited and we want you to sleep indoors this time.  Put your $100 down and reserve a spot.  This is serious.  This is a local for the Northwest, and it will sell out. The rooms are going fast, so best get on it RIGHT NOW.

Flyer: FWSA Sun Valley Ski Trip Sign-up Sheet (PDF)

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FWRA 2011 is now scheduled!  

You're not going to want to miss this!  This is an awesome event to attend, even if you aren't a racer. More details to follow, shortly.  In the meantime, click on the above poster for a PDF and you'll not need your glasses. 

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