Meet the Weasels & NorAm Social | Saturday, December 10th

On the 10th of December, come out and join us for a fun evening to learn about ski race volunteering from the legendary group, the Whistler Weasel workers. We’ll also share what opportunities are coming up this winter to pitch in and an overview about the NorAm Cup finals that we’ll be hosting March 21st to 28th. This event is open to all age groups and members of the community and though we enjoy time with the athletes, this is an adult only event. Looking forward to seeing you all there and if fortune is on your side, becoming an official Weasel may be in your future too.

Date : Saturday, December 10th
Time: 6pm to 8pm
Location: WMSC Club Cabin – 2028 Rob Boyd Way, Creekside

All members taking Officials courses must register to the National Officials Database through Alpinepoints.ca. Follow links provided

Officials Course Level 2 | December 10 and 11.

Level 2 is a detailed introduction to the methodology of alpine ski racing. It covers the types of races, ski competition rules (ICR), points systems and the responsibilities of the key organizational roles; chief of race administration, chief of timing, chief of gates judges, chief of course, chief of race, start referee, finish referee and referee.

The prerequisites are Level 1 plus at least 8 days of race volunteering experience in at least 2 different areas (for example 5 days course and 3 days manual timing).

There is a one hour exam open book at the end of the course.

Date : Saturday and Sunday, December 10 and 11
Time: 2-6 pm
Location: WMSC Club Cabin (2028 Rob Boyd Way, Creekside)
Cost: $37
Instructors : Bob Walton and Graham Ross
Registration Link: Level 2- Officials Course
National Officials Database registration

Officials Course Level 1 | December 17

Sign up now for the introduction to ski racing course (otherwise known as the Level 1 Officials Course).
You don’t have to have any experience in ski racing; in fact you don’t even have to be a skier. Come out and learn about what goes into making a ski race happen – on hill and off hill.

This is a great way for parents new to the club to learn about what your kids are doing. And it is an important course to help you understand where you can best volunteer for our Whistler Mountain Ski Club hosted events.

Date : Saturday, December 17th
Time: 8:30 am
Location: WMSC Club Cabin (2028 Rob Boyd Way, Creekside)
Cost: $16
Instructors : Graham Ross and Stan Kranjc
Registration Link: Level 1 Officials Course
National Officials Database Registration

Race Admin 101 national course| December 17th

We at the Whistler Mountain ski club, have a goal to make the Race Administrator role more approachable and available to all. This is such an foundational role to any ski race and we are looking to train up the next generation of great RAs!

With this, we are bringing in one of the best in the country, Phyllis Kennedy, to facilitate a race administration course focus on running national level races. Phyllis has run races at all levels and will be coming back in march to be our lead Race Administrator for the NorAm Cup finals event. This event is open to all and will follow the officials level 1 training that will be taking place in the morning of the same day.

Date : Saturday, December 17th
Time: 1pm to 5pm
Location: WMSC Club Cabin (2028 Rob Boyd Way, Creekside)
Cost: Free
Registration Link: Race Admin 101

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Winter Hours | Effective, Wednesday, November 30th

We are switching to winter operations hours

Office Open Hours – Wednesday to Sunday 9 am to 4 pm

Meet the Weasels & NorAm Social | Saturday, December 10th

On the 10th of December, come out and join us for a fun evening to learn about ski race volunteering from the legendary group, the Whistler Weasel workers. We’ll also share what opportunities are coming up this winter to pitch in and an overview about the NorAm Cup finals that we’ll be hosting March 21st to 28th. This event is open to all age groups and members of the community and though we enjoy time with the athletes, this is an adult only event. Looking forward to seeing you all there and if fortune is on your side, becoming an official Weasel may be in your future too.

Date : Saturday, December 10th

Time: 6pm to 8pm

Location: WMSC Club Cabin – 2028 Rob Boyd Way, Creekside

Officials Course Level 3 | November 19 and 20

Date : Saturday and Sunday, November 19-20

Time: 9 am to 3 pm

Location: WMSC Club Cabin (2028 Rob Boyd Way, Creekside)

Cost: $47

Instructors : Bob Walton

Registration Link: Level 3- Officials Course

Officials Course Level 2 | December 10 and 11.

Level 2 is a detailed introduction to the methodology of alpine ski racing. It covers the types of races, ski competition rules (ICR), points systems and the responsibilities of the key organizational roles; chief of race administration, chief of timing, chief of gates judges, chief of course, chief of race, start referee, finish referee and referee.

​The prerequisites are Level 1 plus at least 8 days of race volunteering experience in at least 2 different areas (for example 5 days course and 3 days manual timing).
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There is a one hour exam open book at the end of the course.

Date : Saturday and Sunday, December 10 and 11

Time: 2-6 pm

Location: WMSC Club Cabin (2028 Rob Boyd Way, Creekside)

Cost: $37

Instructors : Bob Walton and Graham Ross

Registration Link: Level 2- Officials Course

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Mark your Calendar | Race Admin 101 national course| December 17th

We at the Whistler Mountain ski club, have a goal to make the Race Administrator role more approachable and available to all. This is such an foundational role to any ski race and we are looking to train up the next generation of great RAs!

With this, we are bringing in one of the best in the country, Phyllis Kennedy, to facilitate a race administration course focus on running national level races. Phyllis has run races at all levels and will be coming back in march to be our lead Race Administrator for the NorAm Cup finals event. This event is open to all and will follow the officials level 1 training that will be taking place in the morning of the same day.

Date : Saturday, December 17th

Time: 1pm to 5pm

Location: WMSC Club Cabin (2028 Rob Boyd Way, Creekside)

Cost: Free

Registration Link Race Admin 101

Officials Course Level 1 | December 17

Sign up now for the introduction to ski racing course (otherwise known as the Level 1 Officials Course).

You don’t have to have any experience in ski racing; in fact you don’t even have to be a skier. Come out and learn about what goes into making a ski race happen – on hill and off hill.

​This is a great way for parents new to the club to learn about what your kids are doing. And it is an important course to help you understand where you can best volunteer for our Whistler Mountain Ski Club hosted events.

​Date : Saturday, December 17th

Time: 8:30 am

Location: WMSC Club Cabin (2028 Rob Boyd Way, Creekside)

Cost: $16

Instructors : Graham Ross and Roman Torn

Registration Link: Level 1 Officials Course

WMSC FIS Update for November 6, 2022
Fitness Schedule
We have just finished our last week of the of our fall off snow preparation period. We had solid effort from all the participating athletes who were able attend the fitness testing. New programs from these results will be designed for our fall preparation period. Fitness sessions will for the remainder of the 2022-23 season, from November 7 to April 30th will be conducted after school or after skiing. For the upcoming week (Nov 7 to Nov 10) there will be no supervised dryland as we are having some down time to prepare for our first camp on snow of the winter. This time can be used wisely by spending some extra on academics, preparing equipment and packing for our departure on Thursday afternoon and doing some light cardio and mobility work on your own. For those athletes remaining at home you can continue with the current strength program on your own and you are able to use the club gym during club house hours 8:00 am to 7:00 pm. Any athletes with injury should contact Richard or Jess to discuss their program for returning to snow or fitness training.
Fall Camp Panorama November 10th to November 27th
• Loading Vehicles and Departure. Meet at the WMSC Club Cabin at between 3:15 and 3:45 to load the trailers. We plan to leave at 4:00 pm sharp for Kamloops Via Hwy 99 over the Duffy Lake Road. Vehicles provided are two 10 passenger vans one team truck and two trailers.
• Accommodation and Meals We will be staying at a Super 8 in Kamloops Thursday night and Having dinner at Earls . Reminder, Athletes pay for the own meals on travel days. We will be staying on hill at Panorama with kitchens in all the units. Athletes that require special foods should shop for the items they need beyond the regular team shopping prior to departure. We will be collecting our first team shop at Save On Foods in Kamloops. Marketa Waldrum our FIS Parent Rep is assisting with this. She can be reached at marketa@thewaldrums.com . We will shop in Invermere when needed. If athlete wish to prepare meals that they want to take with them there is lots of rooms for coolers with frozen meals in the trailers. Our return home will be Sunday November 27th we expect to be home in Whistler by 6:00 pm . We will send out the rooming list by WhatsApp
• Tentative on snow schedule November 12 to 15 Slalom, Nov 16 to 18 GS, Nov 19 off, Nov 20 to 22 GS Nov 23 off, Nov 24 to 26 SG and SL, Nov 27 travel home.
• Equipment Needed – Skis and poles Slalom GS and SG, Protection for all disciplines. If you have new boots bring your old ones as well in case the new ones hurt. Bring extra poles and blockers if you have them. Boot warmers or heated socks. Warm jacket training top and shorts. Athletic clothing and proper running shoes for fitness. Swimsuit. Ski tuning equipment including vices.
• Coaches attending this camp are Matteo, Jessica and Richard.
Upcoming Trips.
Rockies Training Camp December 3 to December 11 2022
The registration for the Rockies Training Camp is closed. There are 13 athletes participating, the coaches at attending this camp will Jessica and Richard. Matteo will be running fitness and on snow session home in Whistler during this timefrom December 3 to 11th. Please consult the WMSC Teampages FIS calendar for schedule and times and stay tuned for up dates from the WMSC Teampages announcements.
Panorama BC Cup December 16 to December 23, 2022.
This is our first high priority race of the season. The registration link is open please register as soon as you can as we need to finalize our accommodation. We expect all three FIS Coaches will be attending this event, however this will be based upon registration. https://campscui.active.com/orgs/WhistlerMountainSkiClub?season=3174642&session=57286142

If you have any questions please contact Richard via email richard@wmsc.info
or text 604 932 7676

FIS Update October 25 2022
1. Parent Team Zoom Meeting Link October 26th
Whistler Mountain Ski Club is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: WMSC FIS Parent Athlete Coach Zoom Meeting
Time: Oct 26, 2022 07:00 PM Vancouver

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81019341506?pwd=WEZyMTBheW9BMElnL3FIblBabFV1Zz09

Meeting ID: 810 1934 1506
Passcode: 933975
One tap mobile
+13017158592,,81019341506#,,,,933975# US (Washington DC)
+13092053325,,81019341506#,,,,933975# US
Passcode: 933975
Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/knJK6oEaj

2. Independent Third Party Safe Sport Session with Alison Forsyth Sunday November 6th This session will be conducted for the athletes and parents at the Whistler Mountain Ski Club.
Athlete time slot 11:00 am -12:00 pm U16 and FIS
Parent time slot 12.30 pm -1.30

3. Registration Link for Rockies Camp Decmebr 3rd to 11th 2022
https://campscui.active.com/orgs/WhistlerMountainSkiClub?season=3174642&session=57204234

4. Registration Link FIS BC CUP #1 Panorama| Dec 16-23 : https://campscui.active.com/orgs/WhistlerMountainSkiClub?season=3174642&session=57286142

5. Dryland Dates and Times
The remaining Friday morning sessions (October 28th October 4th) Will be relocated are rescheduled do the wet conditions at the WSS field. The new location and time is WMSC Club Studio 6:45 am to 8:00 am.
The FIS program will complete the Max Strength Testing protocol Saturday, November 5th 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. We will complete the testing portion and complete the session with our final fitness session of the fall preparation period.

6. Our TeamPages App is up and running and has all events that will be happening through the fall on the division Calendar. We would like us to get into the habit of using the attendance feature to indicate if you will be attending events. This is our hub and all information will flow through this platform all season long. Events will be updated as our plans change, please do your best to check all events before showing up ensuring you have the right gear for a successful session!
Join your Team in TeamPages Use the TeamPages Tutorial
We have been working on updating the TeamPages database, especially for the racers. However, after sending out requests to join the team/appp we are still seeing a lot of racers not replying. We need to have you connected to your accounts in order to see training plans but most importantly to mark your participation in advance of training or race. This greatly helps with planning, budgeting and staffing.

Come one come all! Get your WMSC Season Kick off fundraiser Tickets, on sale now!

This Saturday, October 22nd, we’re kicking off the season with a party, 7pm to 9pm at the Longhorn Saloon. Click here to purchase your tickets, $75 which includes drinks and appetizers. Live and silent auction action as well.

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The Whistler Weasel Workers have stepped up with a $20,000 fund matching promise

This year we have a fundraising goal of $50,000 to go towards our new timing hut at the bottom of the Dave Murray National Training Center. In big support of these efforts, the Whistler Weasel Workers have come forward to match these funds up to $20,000. For those new to this ski racing community, the Weasels are a volunteer, non profit society, who since the 1970s, have come together for the advancement of ski racing in Whistler and around the world. They have been instrumental in the execution of major events from World Cups, National Championship, NorAms, World Championships and Olympic Games. Every dollar you donate towards the first $20,000 will be doubled by their generosity!

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Our other major contributors to this timing hut project are the Whistle Blackcomb Foundation and Wheaton Precious Metals through the Dave Murray Training Center, both stepping up with $50,000 donations. Let’s do our part and get to $50,000 this weekend!

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Donate a $1,000 and get on the Timing hut donor board.
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Every giving over $1,000 will be recognized on our official donor board to be placed at the timing hut. Donations can start now through the BC Amateur Sport Trust Fund and receive a tax receipt. Get us started early and be the first to kick of this season. Click here to make your donation today

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Thank you all for coming out to support the club and we’ll see you on Saturday for the morning AGM and in the evening for the party.

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Sincerely,

Mike Janyk