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First Host Training Weekend a Success
By Ellen Bidell
Fourteen people attended SWC's first Host Training Weekend at the clubhouse in Waterbury. They got a behind the scenes tour of the house and learned all about planning for a hosted weekend. It wasn't all work though, attendees participated in activities throughout the area. From the weekly farmers' market in Montpelier to hiking to Sterling Pond, from hard cider tasting at Cold Hollow to bike riding on the Recreation Path, everyone got out and enjoyed the outdoors.
Of course the food was a major attraction, with Mark G. as the weekend chef. He prepared great dinners, and surprised us with a few unique appetizers, including stuffed clams, scallops, and veal lollipops. Denise traveled into Canada and came back with a variety of cheeses and fixings, including the machine to prepare authentic raclette (melted cheese, potatoes, sausage, cornichons and french bread).
The bottom line: everyone who attended is going to host a weekend at the clubhouse this season. Times to be confirmed and once confirmed will be posted to the website.
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Early Ski Season Clinic - Ann Falvey/Sam Elias
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New Year’s Eve - Elyse Loughlin
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Early January Family Weekend - Aline and Jim Flaherty
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Midweek Adventures mid January - Denise Hobson
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Martin Luther King - Mike and Kris Bergold
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Paint and Sip late January - Natalie and Larry Dellivineri
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February Break - John and Ellen Bidell/Cindy and Richard Westhoff
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Fat Tuesday - Bryant George
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Wine and Cheese Tasting Early March - John and Ellen Bidell
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St. Patrick’s Day - Bryant George
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Last Hurrah/Raclette Party in April - Denise Hobson/Sam Elias
Also - times to be determined:
Quilting - Cindy Westhoff
Paella Weekend - Mark Grassechi
Check the website soon for details on these events.
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SWC Networks with Members at the ADK Expo
Lots of members and new visitors connected with SWC at the 2024 Adirondack Sports Expo held at the Albany Capital Center on Nov 2 and 3. SWC was one of several ski clubs that attended the show.
Our booth shared the history of the club through an automated slide show featuring old movies and pictures. Volunteers who greeted the show participants discussed skiing this season, and plans for more gatherings. The 90 year history of SWC and the Clubhouse continue to generate interest at the show.
Thank you to these volunteers: Bill and Karen Simmons, Don and Brenda Streed, Carl Sanner, Denise Hobson, Marc and Sandy Wegener, Pete and Nancy Weykamp, John Gillivan and Donald Hoffman.
