Elk Mountain Ski Trip Information (Feb. 20-22)

Post date: Feb 7, 2015 3:56:44 AM

**Please check the e-mail sent out by Mr. Prud'homme for the various forms.

If you are planning to sign up for Troop 70's annual ski & ride trip to Elk Mountain, the following is some important information that you need to know!

Deadline to sign up for the trip: February 10^th, 2015 at the regular scout meeting. At this time, a $50 Non-refundable deposit is due. If you have to change your plans, you must find somebody to take your spot. If you can not make the Feb. 10^th, then please arrange to sign-up

When: Friday, February 20th - Sunday, February 22nd (Pack a bag dinner for Friday night and/or spending money; we will be stopping at a rest stop where we will eat)

Depart: From church parking lot, 4:30 PM Friday afternoon

Return: Church parking lot around 5PM

Where: Elk Mountain Ski Resort, Union Dale, PA (in northeast PA, about 3 1/4 hours drive)

The cost depends upon if your are going to be renting equipment and/or if you are going to need any lessons. Here’s the breakdown…

YES, SCOUTBUCKS CAN BE USED TOWARD THE COST OF THIS TRIP!

Did you know also that Troop 70 opens this trip up to skiing/riding families as well? That's right! If your parent/guardian, brother/sister also enjoy skiing/riding, they can come too! Accommodations in the slopeside picnic lodge are open to scouts first, then to scout's immediate family if there is room (35 people is maximum capacity). If members of your family wish to join your son on the slopes, but might prefer a little nicer accommodations, we recommend the following lodging nearby:

Holiday Inn Express, Gibson: 1561 Oliver Road, Exit 219 off I-81, New Milford, PA (570) 465-5544. About 12 miles from Elk. Heated indoor pool, jacuzzi, fitness center. If your family is interested, you must make reservations on your own directly through the hotel.

DETAILS OF THE ELK MOUNTAIN TRIP:

What's included (see price summary above):

· 2 nights slopeside accommodations in the warming lodge, a large open picnic lodge with tables (that we sleep on), a big fireplace, bathrooms with flush toilets (no showers).

· You will bring a sleeping pad and a sleeping bag, with the rest of your clothing/personal gear packed in a medium sized duffle bag.

· All day/night lift ticket Saturday (8:30 AM - 9:30 PM) and all day lift ticket Sunday (8:30 AM - departure around 1:30 PM)

· For experienced skiers/riders who have their own equipment, the base cost covers all mountain access for both days and Saturday night.

· For first time skiers/boarders or beginners, the base cost includes all equipment rental, a morning lesson and access to the beginner's slope and lift only (all day/night).

· 2 hot breakfasts.

· 2 hot lunches.

· 1 full hot dinner Saturday night.

Summary:

AT THE END OF THE FEBRUARY 17th REGULAR TROOP MEETING (8:15 PM) THERE WILL BE A 10 MINUTE MANDATORY SAFETY & PROCEDURES MEETING FOR ALL SCOUTS GOING ON THE TRIP. AT THE MEETING, AT LEAST ONE PARENT OR GUARDIAN MUST BE PRESENT. IF YOU OR YOUR PARENT/GUARDIAN CANNOT ATTEND THE MEETING, YOU MUST CONTACT MR. PRUD’HOMME, OTHERWISE YOU WILL NOT BE PERMITTED TO GO ON THE TRIP.