Dear WMSC Parents and Alumni,

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As the Whistler Mountain Ski Club is starting to host events again after a 2-year hiatus, we are looking to rebuild our volunteer base and ensure that we can again host races, socials, fundraisers, the SWAP and many other events at the standard we are all used to.

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We want to hear from you on where your interests and abilities can best be put to use. Please complete the attached survey and tell us about yourselves. It will take you less than 10 minutes. We are asking each parent (not just each family) to complete the survey so we get an understanding of the entire community.

Please respond by Sunday January 15th.

2021/22 WMSC Volunteers Survey

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Any questions? Email volunteers@wmsc.info

Volunteers Needed | U16 (Jan 15-16) and U14 (Jan 22-23) Coast Zone Teck Races

Thank you to those of you that have already volunteered for the upcoming U14 and U16 races. If you have not heard back from us regarding your roles – you will shortly!

But we still have many positions to fill to make both these races a success. Please email volunteers@wmsc.info to secure your position. And remember, you don’t need an athlete in these races to volunteer. As we look to host our first races in a long time, we need the support of the entire club to make these races a success. If you do have an athlete in the race, we do need you to volunteer for both days of the race if you can.

We need all of you to make these races happen.

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Please expect a WMSC Volunteer survey coming up this weekend!

WB Waivers MUST BE SIGNED BEFORE FIRST DAY OF TRAINING

With just one week before we kickoff our 2021/22 season, the WB Competition, Racing and Training Waiver must be signed by the end of this week. This waiver is in addition to the WB Season pass waiver.

Only the families that we have emailed need to complete this process. Please remember to complete the waiver for both parents and all athletes registered to WMSC winter programs. If you didn’t receive this email, you are all set .

Please complete the waiver on this link

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BC Alpine Vaccine Policy update – It applies to athletes born in 2009 or earlier.

Please read the full revised BC Alpine Vaccine policy here

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WMSC Entry Level Course | December 7-10 | $425

WMSC will be hosting a Coaches Entry Level Course on December 7th to 10th. The classroom portion will be online and the on-hill session Whistler Blackcomb. Please read document attached for details.

Registration for BC Alpine – Entry Level Course – Whistler Dec 7-10 2021 | SnowReg

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Officials Course Level 1 | Saturday, December 11

Level 1 Officials Course

Introduction to ski racing, no experience required (you don’t need to have ever watched a ski race)

Date: Saturday, December 11th

Time: 830 am

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

Cost: $16

Instructors: Graham Ross and Stan Kranjc

Registration Link: Level 1 Officials Course

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2021-2022 WMSC-HH Team Uniforms are delayed

Our team uniforms are 2 weeks delayed due to issues with shipping. We will email you when they have arrived and they are ready for pick up. We apologize for any inconveniences.

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2021 Social Fundraising Event | Wednesday, December 29

Save the date! Our first social and fundraiser will take place on December 29th at Buffalo Bill’s More details to follow soon.

WB Waivers MUST BE SIGNED BEFORE FIRST DAY OF TRAINING.
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In addition to the WB Season pass waiver, parents must complete the WB Competition, Racing and Training Waiver. This must be completed for both parents and all athletes registered to WMSC winter programs. Deadline November 27th or before first day of training.

Please complete the waiver on this link

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WMSC Entry Level Course | December 7-10 | $425

WMSC will be hosting a Coaches Entry Level Course on December 7th to 10th. The classroom portion will be online and the on-hill session Whistler Blackcomb. Please read document attached for details.

Registration for BC Alpine – Entry Level Course – Whistler Dec 7-10 2021 | SnowReg

Document links
EL course Schedule Dec 2021

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Officials Course Level 1 | Saturday, December 11

Level 1 Officials Course

Introduction to ski racing, no experience required (you don’t need to have ever watched a ski race)

Date : Saturday, December 11th

Time: 830 am

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

Cost: $16

Instructors: Graham Ross and Stan Kranjc

Registration Link: Level 1 Officials Course

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Officials Course Level 2 | Whistler Dec 7 & 14 | Vancouver Nov 24 & Dec 1

Officials Course Level 2

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.

Whistler

Location: WMSC Cabin

Date: Over to evenings Tuesday Dec 7 and Tuesday Dev 14th

Time: 5:30 – 9:00 pm

Cost: $35

Instructor: Bob Walton

Registration Link: Whistler Level 2

Vancouver

For those of you in the city, the Level 2 will be:

Location: Oak Room at Delbrook Rec Center, North Vancouver

Date: Over two evening, Wednesday Nov 24 and Wednesday Dec 1

Time: 5:30-9:00 pm

Cost: $35

Instructor: Bob Walton

Registration link: Delbrook Level 2

BC Alpine Announces its Vaccine Policy | Athletes* 13 years old and up must be fully vaccinated to compete

BC Alpine Board of Directors released a Covid-19 vaccine policy: *Everyone 13 years old and older (athletes, coaches and volunteers) must be fully vaccinated to participate in any BC Alpine sanctioned events: races, coach education and training, officials courses, and more. Read full policy here

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WB Waivers must be completed by November 27th
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In addition to the WB Season pass waiver, parents must complete the WB Competition, Racing and Training Waiver. This must be completed for parents and all athletes registered to WMSC winter programs. Deadline November 15, 2021.

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Please complete the waiver on this link

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WMSC Entry Level Course | December 7-10 | $425

WMSC will be hosting a Coaches Entry Level Course on December 7th to 10th. The classroom portion will be online and the on-hill session Whistler Blackcomb. Please read document attached for details.

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Officials Course Level 1 | Saturday, December 11

Level 1 Officials Course

Introduction to ski racing, no experience required (you don’t need to have ever watched a ski race)

Date: Saturday, December 11th

Time: 830 am

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

Cost: $16

Instructors: Graham Ross and Stan Kranjc

Registration Link: Level 1 Officials Course

Volunteer Opportunities with WMSC Races

It has been over 18 months since our club has hosted a ski race. Now is the time to get involved and ensure that our events are fun, safe and successful. There are lots of ways for both new and experienced parents to volunteer.

Alpine Committee

Responsible for all our club hosted races. The committee plans the overall race calendar, officials and volunteer training, and recruiting our Race Organizing Committees. If you love racing and want to be involved, we would love to have you. We are looking for U12, U14 and U16 parents. Contact grahamross@wmsc.info if you are interested

Level 2 Officials Course

Want to learn how to be a Chief of Race? Or a Start Referee? If you have race volunteer experience, please sign up. If you are interested or have questions, email grahamross@wmsc.info

Race Organizing Committees

Get involved in making each event a success. Share your experience or get involved for the first time
WMSC is hosting the following races. Email grahamross@wmsc.info if you want to help out

• U16 Coast Zone, Jan 13 – 16

• U14 Coast Zone, Jan 22 – 23

• U12 Janyk Cup, Feb 12 – 13

• FIS BC Cup DH and SG, Mar 3 – 7

• Whistler Cup, April 7 – 10

• Lots of volunteer opportunities available both on and off the hill.