SCHEDULED TRIPS and MEETINGS

December 2-4 2005                               Fri-Sun                               NSTS

  O:   Mammoth Condo Leader Training and Welcome:   Start the season off with other NSTS members who keep the spirit of cross country skiing alive! Leader training and tours daily. Rideshare to Mammoth. Fee of $80 includes lodging, dinner, social hours, lessons and camaraderie. Send 2 sase, phone, e-mail to Reserv: Christine Gutierrez. Leaders: Todd Yuen and Christine Gutierrez

Jan 21 2006                               Sat                               NSTS

  O:   Mt Pinos-Condor Ridge Day Ski Tour:   Moderate 4 miles 600’ gain to panoramic vista. Ski to summit at Condor Point. Possible side trips may add a short distance. Intermediate or good beginner X-C ski skills recommended. Bring water, clothing, water, lunch. Rental gear probably available on way. Lack of snow or bad weather cancels trip Phone leader 2 days prior to confirm conditions and info on ski rental. Meet 8:00 am at Sylmar ride share location. Leader: Dave Morrow Co-leader: Ken Kerner

January 28 2006                               Sat                               NSTS

  O:   Beginner Lessons at Mt Pinos:   Learn to cross county ski with lessons by certified ski instructors. Ski at Mt. Pinos - only an hour from LA. Meet 8:00 am at carpool point. $20 includes handouts and rental information. Fee does not include equipment. Send 1 large SASE with check (make check to NSTS), home and work phone, email address, SC# to Reserv: Susan McDonough. Ldrs: Todd Yuen, Susan McDonough

February 5 2006                               Sun                               NSTS

  O:   Ski Touring Mt. Pinos:   Join fellow nordic skiers for a fine day of easy of touring at Mt. Pinos. Suitable for novice skiers or casual intermediates. Bring trail lunch, skis, boots, poles, 10 essentials and water. Meet 8:00 am at Sylmar carpool point. For information on snow conditions or rental availability is needed, call leader for recorded message. Leaders: Adam Klisziewski , Christine Gutierrez

Mar 11-13                               Fri-Sun                               NSTS

  O:   Intermediate X-C Lessons:   Rise to a new level of speed, efficiency and fun with intermediate x-c lesson with PSIA certified Nordic instructor Todd Yuen. Beginner lessons on Saturday with Susan McDonough followed by a tour on Sunday to have fun with your newly acquired skills. Fee includes, transportation, all meals and lodging at Sierra Nevada Inn (2 bds/2 pers/rm). Space limited, sign ups in order of trip signup. Leave South Bay 3 p.m. and SF Valley 4:30 to arrive in Mammoth by 10 pm. Send $210 with SC # or $240 w/o, 2 SASE, H/W phones e-mail to Reserv: Marsha Hagan, 159 Remington, Irvine, 92620. Leaders: Todd Yuen, Susan McDonough

February 12 2006                               Sun                               NSTS

  O:   Introduction to XC Downhill, Mt. Baldy.   Local resort and local PSIA certified instructors make this a great combination for learning free heel turns. The lifts and groomed slopes accelerate learning these skills for the backcountry. You must provide boots and metal edged skis. Estimated cost: $70 includes lift ticket. Send sase, H & W phones, email to Reserv/Asst: Susan McDonough. Ldr/Inst: Todd Yuen

February 26 2006                               Sun                               NSTS

  O:   Beginner Nordic Lessons.   Learn to cross country ski with lessons by certified ski instructors. Ski at Mt. Pinos - only an hour from LA. Meet 8:00 am at carpool point. $20 includes handouts and rental information. Fee does not include equipment. Send 1 large SASE with check (make check to NSTS), H/W phones, email address, SC# to Reserv: Susan McDonough. Ldr: Todd Yuen

March 4 2006                               Sat                               NSTS

  O:   Ski Touring Mt. Pinos:   Join fellow nordic skiers for a fine day of easy of touring at Mt. Pinos. Suitable for novice skiers or casual intermediates. Bring trail lunch, skis, boots, poles, 10 essentials and water. Meet 8:00 am at Sylmar carpool point. For information on snow conditions or rental availability is needed, call leader for recorded message. Leaders: Ken Kerner, Susan McDonough.

March 11 2006                               Sat                               NSTS

  O:   Intermediate X-C Downhill:   Local resort and PSIA certified instructors make this a great combination to refine your free heel turns. Take you skiing to a new level. Must provide own telemark or metal edge skis. Send SASE, H/W phones, e-mail to Reserv/ASST: Susan McDonough. Leader/Inst: Todd Yuen.

March 24-26, 2006                               Fri-Mon                               NSTS

  O:   Ski touring around Mammoth:   Join us for a rugged backcountry day tour on marked trails to Red Cones on Saturday ( subject to snow conditions) Lift or free ski on Sunday. Stay in warm condo at night. Includes condo lodging w/Jacuzzi, no chores, happy hour and Sat. dinner. Must be strong intermediate skier. Send 2 large SASE, H/W phones, email experience and check for $140 (check payable NSTS) to Reserv: Christine Gutierrez. Leader: Dave Morrow, ASST: Ken Kerner.

Apr 7-9, 2006                               Fri-Mon                               NSTS

  O:   Spring Weekend in Mammoth:   Relax in the Sierras in our comfortable condo in Mammoth. Join other snow enthusiasts to cross-country or lift ski ( telemark or alpine) Rideshare to Mammoth. Fee of $140 includes lodging, dinner and social hours. Send to Leader/Reserv: Christine Gutierrez.ASST: Susan McDonough.

May 26-29,                               Fri-Mon                               NSTS

  O:   Memorial Weekend at Mammoth:   Experience Mammoth uncrowded, relaxed, warm and sunny. Drive up Friday night for 3 days in the company of skiers who love the sun, snow and Sierras. Free heel (cross country) skiers, snow boarders, downhill skiers, mountain bikers and hikers welcome. Leave room in your luggage for the excellent sales. Enjoy in-town condo lodging, no chores, Sat & Sun dinners. Send 2 lrg SASE, H&W phone numbers, email addr, $140 check to NSTS to Co-Ldr: ELAINE IWAMOTO, Co-Ldr: TODD YUEN.