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Ski & Board Trip 2009 - Information Sheet
Fernie Alpine Resort, British Columbia
Spend your Mini Break in Fernie, BC!
- Leave Winnipeg on Wednesday, Feb 11, 2009 in the evening.
- Return on Monday, Feb 16, 2009 during the day.
- On average 29 feet of snow falls in Fernie each year. That is enough snow to cover a three-storey building.
- Five enormous bowls; countless glades & chutes
- Variety of terrain appeals to all levels. Fernie is as steep as you want it to be.
- Average Snowfall is 29 ft, Average Winter temperature is -5
- Vertical rise 2816 foot vertical rise, 2505 acres of skiable area, tons of back country, longest run is 5km, 10 lifts.
**Any questions can be directed to Karyn at 632-2081, saevents@rrc.mb.ca or stop by the SA office located at CM20
Who can go?
ANYONE!!! RRC Students/Alumni and their friends/family are more than welcome to sign up. You don't have to be a student to be on this trip. A majority of the people with our group will be students, but you are more than welcome to bring your non-student friends.
Sign up Information
All payments can be made by cash or cheque at the RRC Students' Association office located at Room CM20 at the Notre Dame Campus
$200 Deposit to hold your spot
Final Payment Deadline: Tuesday, January 15, 2009
Space is limited, so sign up early (the ski trip has sold out every year for the last 10 years). Don't wait until the deadline dates. You can sign up for the trip at any time, provided there are still spots left.
Payments are non-refundable. You can sell someone else your spot but if it is past the final payment deadline you will be charged a $10 admin fee.
Prices (per person) (plus GST)
18 person Condo $547
10 person Condo $569
8 person Condo $599
This fee gets you a spot in the condo. You will be kept with your friends but will most likely be sharing with others. The only way around this is to get a group together large enough to fill one entire condo (8 people, 10 people, or 18 people). Please note this will depend on availability. There are limited spots in each condo size.
What's included?
- Motor Coach Transportation
- From Winnipeg to Fernie (return)
- 3 night's accommodation at Stanford Resort
- Features outdoor hot tubs, saunas, etc.
- Kitchens, dining room, decks, entertainment units
For more info check out: http://www.ferniestanfordresort.com/chalets.htm
- 3 Days lift tickets
- In the evenings there will be club nights, outdoor hot tubs, saunas, etc.
*Please note that the legal drinking age in British Columbia is 19 years of age. Some people may or may not wish to attend bar nights.
Rentals
For those who need rentals; please consider renting from a shop in Winnipeg. It may save you some money as on-hill rentals tend to be quite pricy. You can also assure that you have a good set of skis/board and aren’t stuck with equipment that doesn’t fit quite right. For info on Fernie’s Rental shop check out: www.skifernie.com/rentals-and-lessons/index.aspx
Itinerary
This trip is perfect way to spend the semester break at Red River College. Most programs at RRC get a five day semester break (Feb 12-16). Check with your program to ensure you will be able to go before signing up for the trip. Otherwise you may have to miss class/work in order to go. (Check out Itinerary below)
Wednesday, February 11, 2009 (Classes run normally during the day)
- 5:00 pm: Bus departs from RRC (Notre Dame Campus). Do not be late for the bus…we will leave you behind.
- We are able to do a pickup in Brandon, MB if needed (please arrange this in advance).
Thursday, February 12, 2009 (no classes for most programs)
- Bus arrives at Fernie
- Check in to chalets
- Party in Fernie!
Friday, February 13, 2009 (no classes for most programs)
- Ski/Ride Fernie
- Party in Fernie!
Saturday, February 14, 2009
- Ski/Ride Fernie
- Party in Fernie!
Sunday, February 15, 2009
- Ski/Ride Fernie
- Leave for Winnipeg after the hill closes
Monday, February 16, 2009 (Louis Reil Day)
- Arrive in Winnipeg during the day
- Drop off at RRC (Notre Dame Campus)
Health Insurance
You are responsible for your own insurance. Luckily, since we are in Canada, you may or may not choose to buy health insurance. Many students are on the Students' Association health plan, some on their own plan. Buyer beware, you are participating in a potentially hazardous activity which could cause severe injury and even death and as such you may wish to buy additional health insurance for this trip (you can never have too much insurance and doesn't cost that much). Actually, when traveling anywhere you may wish to buy additional insurance.
If you are not sure if you are on the SA health plan call Christa Gobin at 632-2503.
Remember if you get hurt on the trip and have to come home early (i.e. flight home) you will be paying out of your own pocket unless you buy additional health insurance.
Cancellation Insurance
Downhill Riders is offering cancellation insurance for $25. This insurance covers you in case of medical or family emergency. Please read this form carefully. The Students' Association does not refund money once it is paid. Once you sign up with your deposit, that money is given to Downhill Riders. The SA does not charge a service fee to the students for setting up this trip and will lose money if we refund money simply because a student changes his/her mind about going. Please be sure that you will have the appropriate money available to you by the deadline date.
Alcohol on the Bus
This trip will be conducted by Downhill Riders and have provided us with the following information... Please be aware that drinking in a moving vehicle is illegal in Manitoba, Saskatchewan and BC. The bus drivers in years previous have not had a problem with our group drinking but please know the risk that you chose to take. Also, please consider the following:
- Do not bring anything in glass.
o buy cans
o liquor - put in a plastic container (pop bottle, water bottle, etc.)
- Pace yourself - this is a long trip. Please drink responsibly. Nobody will be happy sitting in a bus that smells of vomit for a long 15-hour bus ride.
- Consider bringing non-alcoholic drinks on the bus. Nothing is worse than getting to the mountain and not being in any condition to enjoy skiing/riding. Once at the mountain you will be more likely to drink anyways. You don't need to ruin your entire trip on the first night. Get some water and food in your body and rest if you can on the bus… you'’ll need it. You will not be physically used to mountain conditions.
What should I bring?
When packing your luggage for the trip, remember the following items:
1. Main Luggage - clothes, toiletries, shoes, etc. (don’t forget bathing suit for hot tubbing!)
2. Skis / Snowboard and Gear
3. Small Bus Bag - food, beverages, music player.
The condos do come with kitchens so consider buying groceries once in Fernie to save some $.
Still Got Questions!?!?
Other tips and suggestions will be given out on the bus. If you still have questions, please contact: