Academy News – Feb 1, 16

Hey all,

I would like to thank everyone for a great weekend of teaching, the weather was great and I believe we met the expectations of our guests. GOOD JOB and thank you.

The large group we had on Sunday went off well and again thanks for the extra help . I believe it had an impact on our friends from Carleton University , helping them somewhat master turning and stopping .

A reminder to sign up for the March breaks if you’re able to help. We can use a few extra bodies on Wednesday afternoon.

Thanks to Mary for the butterscotch squares.

All for now

Academy News – Jan 30, 16

Hi all,

We can use some extra help tomorrow morning , there is a big group coming and we seem to have a lot of people that need to study…

This coming Monday I will not be holding a session although if you’re interested in skiing come out and get a ticket before 6:30, the pro room will be open until 9 pm .

Interesting opportunity to take a spring fling out to Banff in April.

SKICAN has been asking me to run a trip for years and this year I have taken the step of asking for a quote. We are looking at the second half of April departure on a Sunday return on Friday evening. I know the ski conditions are still winter-like at that time of year. And I think it could be a fun way to end the season.

I will need firm expressions of interest before next Wednesday the 3rd of Feb. in order to gauge if this is realistic. A $500 deposit will be required by the 10th of Feb and complete payment by March 1st. All are welcome to come ski/ride with us. Please let me know if you’re interested at fbernier@campfortune.com

Camp Fortune Banff Spring Fling April: $1,350 per person*

  • 5 nights accommodation at Banff Caribou Lodge, double occupancy (superior rooms, 2 beds per room)
  • Round trip motor coach transfer from airport to resort
  • Round trip, non-stop air transportation Ottawa to Calgary
  • 5 day tri-area lift pass valid at Mt Norquay, Lake Louise & Sunshine
  • Shuttle bus service to all 3 ski areas included with lift ticket
  • Complimentary daily guided tours at all ski areas
  • All taxes (does not include luggage fees)

*Based on a min. 25 travellers.

Note: The return flight leaves Calgary at 6 :00 pm which would require a departure from Banff at approximately 2:00 pm. We can arrange for the the luggage to be loaded onto the charter bus from the Lodge that morning and guests picked up directly from Norquay that afternoon at 2:00 pm so that they can enjoy most of the day skiing.

Single supplement =  Add $315.

All for now

Frank

Academy News: Jan 27,16

Hello all,

More hills opening this weekend and the weather looks good. So I am hoping to see as many of you as possible over the weekend. On that note I would remind all that a commitment is a commitment , I understand that exams are important, but I also know that evenings are open for studying. We ask for a 9 day availability, I don’t feel it’s that much to ask. Just saying ?!
I would ask that for the next week or so if anyone is able to be here on an off day to let Joe In All Mtn know. Text or call him at 613-261-9278.

The Park is now operational. I would ask that anyone with small children stay out of the jump line. Ski Wee kids are often too small to go up and over the rollers and will be at risk if they fall. Please use skiers’ left if skiing/riding in the park and be sure your kids are safe at all times.

I am looking for an instructor to do privates every Sunday at 11:20, this is for a 3 year old that can ski. This would be for multiple weeks, contact me if you are not otherwise booked.

To all those that have groups on the carpet, it’s now time to get up a chairlift and put in some mileage. To be sure, check with your supervisors to be sure it appropriate. Also I was noticing a few instructor teaching at the bottom in ski boots only, although it may seem easier and you feel more mobile , it’s better to have your skis on in order to demonstrate and ski backwards to support your pupils if needed.

All for now, see you on the weekend.

Francois Bernier
Directeur, Services Sportifs/Director, Sport Services
Tel. 819-827-1717 poste 2204
Mob/cell 819-664-2471

March Break Camps

Hello all,

In an effort to prepare for the Quebec and Ontario March breaks, I would like to ask those that can be available to teach to register with the “cage” either by phone or in person. 819-827-1717 xt 2223

Quebec break is the 29 Feb. to the 4th of march.
Ontario break is the 14th to the 18th of march.

Both weeks offer a 3, 4 or 5 day program, morning or afternoon.

We need to know how many days you can be here, i.e. Monday through Wednesday or Monday to Thursday or Friday.

Again I ask that you give us this info as soon as you can to allow us to plan how many people we can take on.

All for now

Frank

Academy News – Jan 20, 15

Hello all,

Snowmaking up date:  we will have Canadian, the Chute and all of Clifford open for the weekend and the park as well. Weather should be good so we can look forward to a great turn out from our pupils.
Friday is a PD day so if you’re able we would be happy to see you at the hill, as we can expect more privates than usual. Please let the cage know if you can be there 819-827-1717 ext 2223
Sat and Sun Morning sessions are on, 8 am at the Clifford chair. Also I am running a skills development session this coming Monday evening, steering/separation will be the focus. Be in pro room by 630 we will be on snow 7 to 9.

I have a pair of Scott poles in my office(blue and black) someone took them by mistake and returned them.

And let’s not forget the food drive, please think of dropping off some non perishable food in the pro room. It’s a small thing and the Food bank is very appreciative of our efforts to help out.

All for now

Frank

Academy News – Jan 15,15

Hello all,

Week one is done, 8 more to go. This coming weekend there will be an all staff party on Sunday @ 5:30. Food served at 6:30. We actually have a band , should be a good atmosphere.
Everyone is invited, beer for the older crowd and soft drinks for our younger people. Draws for prizes .

After the classes end on Sunday we will take the school picture out in front of the pro room at approx 4pm. It would be great to have as many instructors and TA’ s as possible.

Should be a great weekend with good weather.

All for now

Frank

Merci – Thank You

Hello all,

The start of programs went very well, even though the weather was a challenge, over 70% of our pupils were here. I want to thank everyone for their individual efforts, its really you that makes the difference with our customers. It’s not easy to be out there in the rain for three starts a day, very impressive. I received feedback as to your enthusiasm and helpfulness out at the meeting areas.

ALL IN ALL GREAT JOB EVERYONE!
Merci/thank you

Frank

Academy News – Jan 8, 2016

Hello All:

The big show starts tomorrow morning and Sunday morning,

This is a final reminder for all to be in pro room by 8 am in order to allow supervisors to get you and themselves organized.

8;30 – General meeting/ pep talk for the day ahead ( I will be looking for a few people that don’t have programs to work the welcome table for pass distribution)

8;45  – All hands on snow ( either at a program meeting areas or with Max at the privates area).

As you all know if you’re here you teach, we are a team and getting the job done is our purpose.

All for now, see you in the morning.
PS, please park in the lower lot near pump house and a note to parents dropping off their kids please do so in front of the patrol shack in order to avoid blocking access to the far lot.

Francois Bernier

 

Attention Snow Boarders

Hello all snowboarders!

Snowboard Instructors:
We will be drafting instructors into groups at 8:15 AM on Saturday and Sunday for the nine week program. If you want a chance to work programs on Saturday or Sunday, you must meet us with your green jacket at the back of the Pro Room at 8:15 AM. Even if you’re not assigned a program at 8:15 AM, please still come to the black flag at the beginning of every program as more students may show up and you may still have a chance of receiving an assignment for the season.

At the moment, there are more instructors requesting to work Saturdays than there are groups, and more groups than instructors requesting to work on Sundays. If you can be flexible with your day, you could have a better chance at being assigned a program.

Snowboard TAs:
Please meet Ashley in the back of the Pro Room at 8:30 AM with both your completed forms. Don’t forget, in order to complete all your hours, you are requested to be at the hill both Saturday and Sunday this weekend only.

If you have any questions, please feel free to email Ashley at ashley.heideman@gmail.com.

Thanks and see you all this weekend,
Ezio and Ashley