NSW Snowsports Enews 44 - 23rd April 2013
In this Issue
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Subaru joins with Amelia McGuiness Foundation
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Alpine & SX Strength & Conditioning Clinic - Registrations Now Open
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NSW XC / SSA Futures Camp
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Alpine Term 2 Weekly Fitness Training Sessions - North Sydney and Jindabyne
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Telstra Monopole Response NSWXC
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Alpine Equipment Initiative
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Cross Country Enews Update
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Alpine Pre Season Fitness Booklet
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2013 Cross Country Ski Week
Subaru joins with Amelia McGuiness Foundation
Subaru, a long-time supporter of Interschools ski and snowboard championships, has joined forces with the Amelia McGuiness Australian Snowsports Development Foundation (AMASDF) to assist it with the development of up-and-coming snowsport athletes.
The Foundation was started in memory of Amelia McGuiness, who died in a skiing accident on the slopes at the Perisher Resort in 2009, while there to participate in the NSW Interschools Snowsports Championships.
Amelia’s death had a huge effect on all who knew her and were involved with the Interschools series, as the 16 year-old was a passionate and experienced skier who touched the lives of many.
From tragedy has come a positive force, the creation of the Foundation, and Subaru has provided it with a new Outback to assist its good works.
Alpine & SX Strength & Conditioning Clinic - Registrations Now Open
26th-28th April, Sydney Academy of Sport, Narrabeen
A residential two and a half day strength and conditioning camp is being organised for the 26th - 28th April at the Sydney Academy of Sport facility at Narrabeen led by Manfred Wolscher.
The camp is open to all registered Alpine athletes (including Skier X) from Children (born 2003 onwards) to FIS age competitors.
There will be separate programs for Children and Junior/Open age groups.
Please see the attached flyer for more information.
To register for the camp email your name and year of birth and phone contact number to nswalpine@live.com
NSW XC / SSA Futures Camp
NSWXC is conjunction with Ski and Snowboard Australia (SSA) is running a XC Futures Camp in 4th and 5th May 2013.
Please click here for more information and registration:
Alpine Term 2 Weekly Fitness Training Sessions - North Sydney and Jindabyne
Applications are NOW OPEN for the Term 2, weekly pre season fitness training sessions in North Sydney and Jindabyne
For more information please click here
To register for the weekly sessions, please email your name and year of birth to nswalpine@live.com
Telstra Monopole Response NSWXC
Look at the attached photo and be horrified. This proposal is likely to be the latest addition to the Perisher Village Services Area.
The XC community and all interested parties have been invited to prepare responses to the proposal. The closing date for submissions was officially today, but NSW Planning is happy to receive submissions for the next week or so. The NSWXC submission is attached for your information. It has been left in Word format - feel free to cut and paste (if you have problems with the document, please let me know and it can be sent in another format). Numbers of submissions are important and indicate to NSW Planning that there is a problem. If you have issues with the scene unfolding before us, please make a submission.
Alpine Equipment Initiative
After the success of last year's initiative the NAC has again been working with the Australian distributors of the world's best ski manufacturers to deliver a great initiative.
This is an exclusive offer to Australian registered alpine SSA athletes. The main aims of this initiative are to give access to top quality equipment at competitive prices. In addition, we want to support the Australian distributors as much as possible by shopping domestically.
Cross Country Enews Update
Grand Announcement -
The final Occupancy Certificate for the Nordic Shelter extension and upgrade has been issued - just short of twelve years since fundraising started. Thank you to all who contributed in so many ways!
The Final Work Party - 4/5 May 2013
The end of Daylight Savings Time turns our minds to winter and the last Perisher XC work party before that fine season begins. A number of snow fences have been completed with a few still to go in. There are poles to restore and adjust on the Smiggins Trails and the Porcupine Trail. Freidl needs workers to install Biathlon targets in their new location. The Nordic Shelter needs an autumn clean and there will be enough work for all who turn up - bring gloves, sectors and safety goggles. Please contact Peter Ward (email or 0409 338 978) if you can attend. Contact Peter Cunningham (peter.cunningham@actewagl.com.au / 0477 356 835) if you require accommodation for the weekend (thank you CAC!).
News -
The new Perisher Cross Country website is in the last stages of development and will be up for your information and comment soon. An enormous effort is being made by a group of enthusiastic XC skiers (driven mercilessly by Wayne Pethybridge). The website will be launched with great fanfare - you will be informed!
Alpine Pre Season Fitness Booklet
The attached training booklet has been prepared by Manfred Wolscher to assist our under 12s and U14s with their pre season fitness preparation. The program incorporates minimum requirements in terms of gaining ski fitness and agility. There is also a weekly plan for you to follow.
The most important thing is to get started now, integrate this plan into your school summer sports training and enjoy trying some new activites and exercises. Please contact Manfred if you have any questions about the recommended preseason training plan and what your child should be doing.
Please click here to download the Alpine Pre Season Fitness Booklet
2013 Cross Country Ski Week
We invite you to “2013 Cross Country Ski Week”. Not just a series of individual events but now one big event.
Cross Country Ski Week is a week for all XC enthusiasts whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned racer. Be a part of a week-long celebration of this great sport. Plenty for all whether you are into testing yourself via a race, improving your skiing or simply having fun in the snow.
Cross Country Ski Week is on between the 3rd and 10th of August 2013 based in Perisher Valley with events in Smiggin Holes and Charlotte Pass.
