Overview

Students in grades 4 to 8 will hit the hills on four nights at Centre Vorlage, starting January. This is a great opportunity for students to learn how to ski or snowboard and have fun with their classmates – all at a great price! Each night includes round-trip bus transportation from the school and approximately three hours of free ski time. Equipment rental is available at a reasonable cost.

Important Dates

Ski Nights

The 2025 program will run on the following dates (*note: Jan. 24 is a PD Day):

• Friday January 10

• Friday January 17

• *Thursday January 23

• Friday January 31

Program Costs

The cost for four evenings:

• Basic Ski Club cost: $ 333.00

• Equipment rental (no helmet): $65.31

• Helmet rental: $23.45

The basic Ski Club cost includes:

• Round-trip bus transportation

• 1 hour lesson (mandatory)

• Lift ticket

• Small fee to support subsidy grants and club equipment for future years

The equipment rental includes skis/snowboard, boots, and poles (for skiers) and, optionally, a helmet (at a small additional cost). 

Whether renting or not, helmets are mandatory equipment. It is strongly recommended that children bring their own helmets.

Cancellations – Please do not call the school

You will be notified by e-mail if an outing is cancelled. 

A trip will be cancelled if the ski hill is closed or there is expected to be any extreme weather.

Evening Schedule

1:20 pm Children are dismissed early from class and they collect their equipment

1:30 pm Load buses in the bus lane in front of the school and take attendance

1:40 pm Departure from Woodroffe

2:20 pm Arrival at Vorlage and rental equipment retrieval (if applicable) 

2:45 pm Ski/Snowboarding lessons (1 hour - compulsory for all students)

3:45 pm - 6:30 pm Free time for skiing/snowboarding and dinner in lodge (brown bag or purchase)

6:30 pm Return to lodge and return rental equipment (if applicable)

6:45 pm Load buses and take attendance

7:00 pm Departure from Vorlage

Around 7:30 pm Arrival at Woodroffe (buses will use the bus lane in front of the school)

Note: During free time, for safety reasons, all students must ski/snowboard with one or more friends ("ski buddies").

Attendance

Will your child be getting a ride to/from Vorlage or will your child be absent on a particular night ? 

Please ensure the coordinators are made aware of this by sending an email to woodroffeski@gmail.com or telling a coordinator in-person.

Does your child normally go to an aftercare program or EDP? 

Please remember to inform your care provider that your child will be taking part in ski club.

Tips for the Evening

Dinner

We recommend that students bring a dinner, but a range of typical cafeteria food is available for purchase in the lodge, including a healthy lunch box option.

Clothing/Equipment

Please ensure that your child has clothing that will support changes in weather. Make sure they have layers of clothing. We strongly recommend the following:

• helmet (mandatory!)

• winter jacket

• warm socks

• gloves/mittens

• ski pants

• goggles

• neck tube (no long scarves) or balaclava

Helpful Hints

Please practice having your children put on their ski boots themselves at home. We have adults who will help them buckle up their boots, but the children should be able to get their boots on without assistance.

Behaviour

Students are expected to demonstrate good behaviour and to follow the Centre Vorlage Code of Conduct. Participants are expected to show respect to everyone: volunteers, bus drivers, lift operators, ski instructors, and each other. They are also expected to ski or snowboard with at least one buddy of a similar ability during free time and be back in the lodge by 6:30 pm and on the bus, ready to leave by 7:00 pm. 

Failure to abide by these rules may result in the student’s ski club privileges being revoked, parents required to pick up the student from the ski centre and no refund being issued.

Refunds

All refunds will be handled by The Woodroffe-Vorlage Ski and Snowboard Club but will only be made in the event of a club cancellation. Exceptions may be possible for a withdrawal prior to the club start date, and if there is a student on the waitlist.

The club coordinators, Woodroffe Avenue Public School, Centre Vorlage or Ottawa-Carleton District School Board are not responsible for payments or refunds in any way. 

Insurance

Health Insurance

Since the program is held outside the province of Ontario, there are some special considerations to bear in mind. OHIP does not cover all medical costs incurred outside of Ontario and uncertainties may arise with respect to recognition of Ontario health insurance coverage for certain medical treatments and/or hospitalization. Medical expenses are the responsibility of the parent/guardian. As a result, the permission form you sign acknowledges your liability to pay for services not covered by OHIP or that may be required in advance of medical treatment being provided.

Accident Insurance

Unfortunately, despite all reasonable precautions taken, accidents can still happen. Some injuries may result in medical, dental or other expenses that are not covered by provincial health care or employer group plans. As a parent/guardian, you become responsible for these expenses.

Student accident insurance is available for purchase through various companies. A popular site is http://www.insuremykids.com. For more information please visit the OCDSB website regarding insurance recommendations for students; OCDSB Student Accident Insurance 

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