Top 10 Ski Conditioning Exercises!!
When you start to feel out of shape after just one run, it’s time to rethink your conditioning exercises. Here are some ideas!
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Deer Valley Founder Inducted Into Ski Hall Of Fame
Deer Valley Resort Founder Edgar B. Stern is one of the new 2015 Hall of Famers. Stern was recognized for revolutionizing the ski industry by combining the sport of skiing with the service, food and amenities of a fine hotel. When Deer Valley Resort opened December 26, 1981, the phrase “Deer Valley Difference” became synonymous with elite hospitality and charm that can only come from an extensive background in the luxury hotel business. Stern brought amenities like valet ski service, parking lot shuttles, on-site child care, complimentary ski check, immaculately groomed and (formerly) uncrowded ski slopes and the finest on-mountain cuisine.
“Edgar Stern is nothing short of a ski pioneer,” said Bob Wheaton, president and general manager of Deer Valley Resort. “His benchmarks have resulted in Deer Valley consistently earning…numerous accolades.”
Stern is also responsible for luring the U.S. Ski Team to Park City, Utah, and spotting-lighting Deer Valley for the 2002 Olympic Winter Games as well as international and world competitions for 17 consecutive years.
With the addition of the Class of 2015, Stern will be among 410 honored members. “Each member of the Hall of Fame’s Class of 2015, including Edgar Stern, was a remarkable leader as an athlete or sport builder,” said U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame Chairman Tom Kelly. “So much of what all of us enjoy in our sport today has emanated from the outstanding honored members of the Hall of Fame.”
Stern passed away in 2008, but his legacy remains the cornerstone of the “Deer Valley Difference.” Numerous worthy organizations have and continue to be the beneficiaries of Stern’s time and resources, including Ballet West, the National Ability Center, Utah Special Olympics, Kimball Art Center, the Salt Lake Symphony and more.
Stern’s induction to the Ski Hall of Fame will take place in Aspen, CO, on April 9, 2016, with a special enshrinement ceremony weekend for all 2015 inductees at the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame and Museum in Ishpeming, MI, the following September.
Girl On Fire Contest To Send Worthy Girls to Ski Camps
Tecnica Blizzardand Keely’s Camp for Girls want to send two girls to ski camp. I wish I was 15; I’d be all over this. Hopefully, by the time Sage is old enough she can find a scholarship this cool. The 3rd Annual Girl on Fire sponsorship program is serving up equipment and training for two motivated and committed female skiers. One alpine racer and one big mountain free rider who show dedication and a passion for skiing both on and off the hill will score two pairs of Blizzard skis, one pair of Tecnica boots and a 2015 spot to race or freeride at Keely’s Camp.
Tecnica Blizzard athlete and U.S. Ski Team alumni, Keely Kelleher, founded Keely’s Camp for Girls to “empower, inspire, educate, and connect the next generation of girls in skiing.” It started for young racers but has since embraced big mountain girls as well. Those camps are open to intermediate and higher level females, ages 10 to 17. They get video analysis, avalanche awareness, gift bags from sponsors, Blizzard powder ski demos, and the chance to be coached by big mountain pros, Olympians, and ski racing champions. There’s a mini competition for prizes on the last day. The custom freeride and race camps bring some of the best all female, Olympic and world class coaches to Mt Hood, Ore., Alta, Utah, and Big Sky, Mont.
Girls ages 13 to 18 can actually win a spot to this camp (and the swag) through the Girl on Fire Contest. But it’s not a sweeps. They’ll need to write in 250 words or less their future goals in skiing, involvement in their community, and what it would mean to be a ‘Girl on Fire’. A winner will be announced Nov. 16, 2015, so enter ASAP; it’s not too late.
Even if you don’t win the sponsorship you can still sign up for a camp. The Alta Big Mountain sesh April 9-10, 2016, should be ultra cool. Not only are you ripping Alta but April still holds some of the best Wasatch powder days around. The price is $425 for the activities and coaching. Tickets and lodging are separate.
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Sundance Tickets Take Two
If you think you missed out on purchasing tickets for the 2016 Sundance Film Festival, au contraire. You spared yourself hours of frustration and wasted time. The system went down. But organizers say that’s all in the past and will relaunch their sales site at noon MST, Thursday, Oct. 29.
Ticket sales on October 14, 2015, were shut down after about an hour when buyers started getting error messages on checkout. Organizers now promise a “seamless” purchasing experience. That said, the First Half Package, the Locals SLC/Ogden Pass, and the Locals 10-Ticket Package are expected to sellout quickly. Make sure you study the guide beforehand so you don’t ‘time out’ while ordering. Hint: Premieres, then Dramatic Competition films, sell the quickest.
In addition to last year’s change of eliminating registration for Individual Tickets, you won’t have to register for Festival Passes or Ticket Packages either. It’s a first come/first serve free for all until everything sells out. Sundance has also changed the names of their packages to help buyers more easily understand the offerings.
Here’s the decoder list:
First Half = (A) Thurs, Jan 21 – Tues, Jan 26
Second Half = (B) Wed, Jan 27 – Sun, Jan 31
Express Second Half Pass = Express Pass B
Eccles Theatre Second Half Pass = Eccles Pass B
Off Peak Hours Pass = Adrenaline Pass
Locals 10-Ticket Package = Film Lover’s Package
There’s also a $200 Festival credential if you prefer to skip the movies for the panels, music and off-screen events. But if you’re a Utah local a better deal would be the Locals 10-ticket package for $300 that gets you TWO credentials and TEN movie tickets for just $100 more.
If you’d rather avoid Main Street and Eccles mayhem, there’s a SLC Grand Theatre Pass and the SLC/Ogden 10-Ticket package this year. Stay in Salt Lake for less, get around easier with ample parking, and dine in restaurants that haven’t been shut down for private parties. Tickets are $20 this year so make sure you pick movies that also have a Q&A with filmmakers to get your money’s worth.
Individual tickets for locals go on sale January 14 (must have a Utah driver’s license or Utah state ID to pick up tickets) and a Sundance Institute Members online ticket sale will be on January 18. All remaining tickets will be on sale both online and at the Main Box Offices starting Tuesday, January 19 at 10:00 a.m.
REVIEW- My First Cairn Subscription Box!
I love a deal and I love swag surprises. My Cairn subscription box offers both! First my doggy got treats with BarkBox and now there’s something for me. Check out my review: