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2018-2019
aspen supports kids program guide
aspen valley ski & snowboard club
First steps, AVSC style.
Dear AVSC Families,
I am very excited to share the Aspen Supports Kids (formerly Base Camp) program guide for winter 2018-2019! We look forward to seeing many new faces in our Aspen Supports Kids programs and welcoming back even more returning skiers and snowboarders for another fun season. Our commitment to awarding scholarships in order to honor our mission of giving every child in the Roaring Fork Valley access to the mountains is stronger than ever; it is our hope that anyone who grows up in this incredible community is able to experience and enjoy the mountains that we call home!
As we move into the new season, I would like to welcome Meredith Elwell as the new Aspen Supports Kids Director! Meredith is already a familiar face to AVSC and to many of you; she was the AVSC Administration Manager prior to taking on this new role. Meredith has been involved with youth sports her whole life and is excited to take this next step with AVSC to make ASK a phenomenal experience for our valley’s youth!
As you look through the program guide and navigate registration, please do not hesitate to reach out to Meredith with any questions. She can be reached at [email protected] or 970.205.5161.
Here’s to a great winter full of challenge, growth, success, and FUN!
Best,
Mark Godomsky
Executive Director Aspen Valley Ski & Snowboard Club
our missionThe mission of the Aspen
Valley Ski & Snowboard Club is to provide all youth in the greater Roaring Fork Valley the opportunity to excel as
athletes and as people through winter sports.
thank you to our sponsors
AVSC WOULD LIKE TO THANK FIVE TREES. THE FIVE TREES LIFT IS A PRIVATE LIFT OWNED BY THE FIVE TREES METROPOLITAN DISTRICT. AVSC, OUR ATHLETES, AND OUR SUPPORTERS WISH TO ACKNOWLEDGE THAT USE OF THIS LIFT IS FUNDED IN LARGE PART BY CONTRIBUTIONS FROM FIVE TREES. THANK YOU!
METROPOLITAN+DISTRICT
our valuesCommitment, Teamwork,
and Integrity
AVSC’s recreational programs were started in 1989 by Bob Beattie, Brooke Peterson, and Charif Souki. The program originally started as 'Aspen Supports Kids’ and was later renamed 'Base Camp.’
We are returning to the program’s original name, ‘Aspen Supports Kids,’ in memory and honor of Bob Beattie, a dear friend to AVSC who passed away in the spring of 2018. While the program has grown from 25 kids to 1,600 since the time it was started nearly 30 years ago, the mission has remained the same: accessibility to skiing and snowboarding for local youth. Bob wanted every child to experience skiing regardless of his or her family's financial circumstance. He cared deeply about the success of AVSC and about each and every child in the program.
Bob is known globally in the ski community and beyond as a visionary and pioneer. He was on the founding team for the World Cup and the US Ski Team, he started the World Pro Skiing Tour, and he had an incredibly successful career commentating for various outlets, including ABC Sports and ESPN.
We will miss Bob tremendously, but his legacy and spirit will live on at AVSC through every child that has learned (or will learn) to ski as a result of his passion and dedication!
Bob on his favorite night of the year, Equipment Night at Four Mountain Sports and Gorsuch, with a young
athlete picking up her skis and boots.
Gorsuch, December 2017
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Scholarships are available based on need. Athletes applying for a scholarship must submit their completed registration and scholarship application by the early registration deadline (October 19th, 2018). Scholarship applications can be found in the middle of this program guide as well as online at www.teamavsc.org upon registering. A $100 deposit is required to apply for a scholarship. Scholarships are available for all ASK programs except Aspenauts, Powder Pandas, Bighorns, SnoBandits, and Crossover.
AVSC Equipment Swap: AVSC is hosting our annual gear swap on Market Street in Willits Town Center on Saturday, October 6th
(11am-3pm). Join us to shop for affordable new and used gear from vendors and families valley-wide. Everything from skis and snowboards to helmets and mittens will be on sale!
Aspen Skiing Company (ASC) Ski Passes are included in the price for all programs that meet for 8 days or less, for use on the scheduled days of lessons only. Athletes must be enrolled as participants in an AVSC program prior to receiving their pass voucher, which will be emailed to you upon completion of your registration. You will need to show your emailed pass voucher at any of the ASC ticket office hours to receive your season pass. Paper vouchers are available at AVSC’s Clubhouse upon request. Full season passupgrade option is available for $204 until November 16th.
Free Chaperoned Bus Service: Registered SnoWarriors and SnoCru participants may ride a bus for free to Snowmass or Buttermilk. Fill out a bus registration form or call Aspen Supports Kids Director Meredith Elwell at 970.205.5161 before November 9th to reserve a spot. Buses fill up quickly, so don’t delay! Pickup locations include: Career Center in Glenwood Springs, Crystal River Elementary in Carbondale, Bowlski’s in El Jebel, and Basalt Middle School. Participants must depart from and return to the same bus stop.
Special Needs: AVSC welcomes special needs children. Parents are encouraged to discuss their children’s needs with Aspen Supports Kids Director, Meredith Elwell (970.205.5161) prior to enrolling. We partner with Ascendigo (www.ascendigo.org); Contact Ascendigoat 970.927.3143 for more details.
Aspen Skiing Company Employee Discount: Do you work for Aspen Skiing Company? If so, your children can join an ASK program for a discounted rate. Are you also a pro teaching an AVSC program? You are eligible for an additional discount. Contact Meredith Elwell (970.205.5161) or sign up online at www.teamavsc.org. Only ASC verified 2018-2019 employees will qualify. You will need to supply your employee ID number in order for AVSC to process your promotion code.
Deposits: A $100 deposit will be required at registration for all participants applying for a scholarship or requesting a payment plan.
Fee Payment/Payment plans: Aspen Supports Kids program fees are to be paid in full prior to the first day of training or a payment plan must be established. Payment plan installments will begin the first month following registration or after a scholarship is awarded and end on March 1. Any deposits made will be applied against your balance due and the installments will be spread equally through March 1. A $50.00 processing fee (per family) will be applied to all payment plans.
Declined Payments: A $25 fee will be assessed for any payment transaction which is declined. Your child’s participation may be suspended unless payment arrangements are made within seven (7) days.
Refund Policy: 100% Refunds are permitted prior to the program’s scheduled start date. Once a program begins, refunds are only available for documented medical reasons or family relocation. Any season pass discounted through enrollment in AVSC will be voided upon withdrawal. All refunds are subject to a $100 processing fee.
Participation: AVSC reserves the right to suspend or expel athletes who do not follow the AVSC athlete code of conduct, who cause disruptions, or who create an atmosphere that is not conducive to learning. Program fees will not be refunded and any outstanding payments will be the responsibility of the family.
registration dates & deadlinesSCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: October 19th at 5pm
EARLY SEASON PRICING: November 9th and beforeREGULAR SEASON PRICING: November 10th and after
Early season pricing reflects a 10% discount off of regular season pricing.
To register, visit www.teamavsc.org and click ”register ONLINE”!
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Aspen Supports Kids registration is online. Visit www.teamavsc.org and follow these steps to get started:
1 Click “Register Online” or “Account Login” on the www.teamavsc.org homepage.
2 Enter your information. The system will recognize returning athletes or ask new participants to create a password. It is very important that returning families use the same information as last year; duplicate profiles cause confusion!
Contact Meredith (970.205.5161) if you need help recovering your existing account login and password.
3 Select “Participant Registration.” Select “2019” in the dropdown menu and then follow the prompts. You will be able to pay in full, or pay a $100 deposit and set up a payment plan (with a one-time $50 set-up fee per family).
NOTE: If you are applying for a scholarship, scholarship forms must be submitted in person to Meredith at the AVSC Clubhouse (300 AVSC Drive, Aspen CO) by October 19th. You can also email your completed forms to [email protected] or drop them off at a down valley registration night or during Meredith’s Carbondale office hours (info on next page). There is a scholarship form at the end of this program guide which you can tear out!
Need help? No problem! Contact Meredith, come visit us at the AVSC Clubhouse, attend a down valley registration night, or drop in during Meredith’s Carbondale office hours (more information on the next page).
AVSC believes that winter sports should be open to all children in the Roaring Fork Valley, and it is our mission to make that happen. We offer need-based scholarships for all AVSC programs except Aspenauts, Powder Pandas, Bighorns, SnoBandits, and Crossover. No pre-school or kindergarten-aged kids are eligible for scholarships.
Our 2018 scholarship deadline is October 19th, 2018. You will need to submit your completed registration and scholarship application, complete with a $100 deposit, by this date to be considered for a scholarship.
AVSC does not work alone. They say it takes a village to raise a child, but when it comes to giving 2,300 local children access to winter sports programming and providing over $1.25M in scholarships and subsidies, it truly takes a valley. AVSC is able to subsidize our programs thanks to the support of generous donors and sponsors who share our drive to make skiing and snowboarding affordable to all children in the Roaring Fork Valley. If you are interested in learning more about the many ways you can support AVSC, please contact AVSC’s Development Director, Miah Wheeler ([email protected] / 970.205.5102).
“ I T ’ S M O R E T H A N A S K I C L U B – I T ’ S A B U I L D I N G B L O C K F O R Y O U N G L I V E S . ”
A N D Y M I L L , O L Y M P I A N
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AVSC hosts a few in-person registration nights throughout the Roaring Fork Valley. All registration nights are held in advance of our early season pricing deadline, which is November 9th for the 2018-2019 season. All registration nights are open to the public. Come get assistance with online registration, turn in your paper scholarship forms, and get your child’s ski pass for the season! Spanish translators are available these evenings.
Register for Aspen Supports Kids at the following Registration Nights: Glenwood Springs: Thursday, October 4th 5-7pm; Glenwood Springs Middle SchoolBasalt: Monday, October 8th 5-7pm; Basalt Middle School Carbondale: Thursday October 11th 5-7pm; Roaring Fork High School
In addition to these nights, Meredith will be hosting office hours at AVSC’s Carbondale office in the Coldwell Banker Mason Morse building (located at 0290 Co-133). She will be in the office from 4-7pm on October 15-19th. Swing by and discuss programs, complete your registration, or hand in your scholarship application!
early season: snobandits – 3 days skiing (age 3.5-10) or snowboarding (grade 1-4) at snowmassGet a jump on the season with this 3-Saturday session and then move to SnoWarriors, Aspenauts or Powder Pandas to keep the learning going! Price includes lift pass on lesson days only. $12 Lunch at Treehouse not included. No scholarships are available, but payment plans can be arranged. Enrollment closes November 9th. No refunds due to early season ski conditions.
• Dates & time: Saturdays December 1, 8, 15; 9:30am - 3:00pm• Place: The Treehouse at Snowmass • Program Fee: $345 on or before November 9th; $385 on or after November 10th (based on availability)
Powder pandas – 6 days skiing at buttermilk (age 3.5 – kindergarten; no first graders)Pandas learn to ski in dedicated learning areas under the guidance of specially trained pros. Children must have been born before August 1, 2015 and be potty-trained. Sign up early, we are limited to 175 participants. No scholarships are available forthis program, but payment plans can be arranged. Price includes lift pass on lesson days only.
• Dates & time: February 2, 9, 10, 23; March 2, 9; 9:30am – 2:30pm (No class on Feb. 16th) | 5 Saturdays and 1 Sunday• Place: Buttermilk Base• Program Fee: $570 on or before November 9th; $635 on or after November 10th
aspenauts – 7 days skiing at snowmass (age 3.5 - kindergarten; no first graders)Aspenauts learn to ski in dedicated learning areas under the guidance of specially trained pros. Children must have been born before July 1, 2015 and be potty-trained. No scholarships are available for this program, but payment plans can be arranged. Limited to 280 participants. Price includes lift pass on lesson days only.
• Dates & time: Saturdays January 12th – March 2nd; 9:30am – 2:30pm (No class on Feb. 16)• Place: The Treehouse at Snowmass • Program Fee: $680 on or before November 9th; $760 on or after November 10th
bighorns – 8 days skiing at highlands (kindergarten & first grade)Geared towards skiers (level 6 or higher) who can handle poles, hockey stop, and make parallel turns on challenging blue runs. No scholarships available for this program, but payment plans can be arranged. Limited to 35 participants. Price includes lift pass on lesson days only.
• Dates & time: Saturdays January 12th – March 9th; 9:30am – 2:45pm• Place: Aspen Highlands Base• Program Fee: $740 on or before November 9th; $825 on or after November 10th
snowarriors – 6 days skiing or snowboarding at buttermilk (grades 1-6)For kids of all levels who want to learn and develop skiing or snowboarding skills in a fun, recreational group environment led by great professional instructors. Price includes lift pass on lesson days only.
• Dates & time: February 2, 9, 10, 23; March 2, 9; 9:30am – 3:00 pm (No class on Feb. 16) | 5 Saturdays and 1 Sunday• Place: Buttermilk Base• Program Fee: $570 on or before November 9th; $635 on or after November 10th
snowarriors – 8 days skiing or snowboarding at snowmass (grades 1-6)Learn and develop skiing or snowboarding skills with great professional instructors in a fun, recreational group environment.Must be level 3 and above. All beginners (level 1 & 2) must sign up for SnoWarrior Buttermilk Programs. Price includes lift pass on lesson days only.
• Dates & time: Saturdays January 12th – March 9th; 9:30am – 3:00 pm (No class on Feb. 16)• Place: Snowmass – Two Creeks • Program Fee: $710 on or before November 9th; $790 on or after November 10th
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snowarriors – 8 days skiing at highlands (grades 2-6)For level 6 and up skiers who want to really advance their skills with great professional instructors in a fun, recreational group environment. Must be able to hockey stop and ski comfortably on blue runs. Price includes lift pass on lesson days only.
• Dates & time: Saturdays January 12th – March 9th; 9:30am - 3:00pm (No class on Feb. 16)• Place: Highlands – AVSC Clubhouse • Program Fee: $710 on or before November 9th; $790 on or after November 10th
ridgerunners – 12 days skiing at highlands (grades 1-8)RidgeRunners become well-rounded skiers who can ski anywhere. Open to skiers level 6 and higher. This program allows athletes to experience an introduction to competition (giant slalom race, obstacle course, moguls competition, etc.) and is astepping stone to AVSC’s TEAM (competitive) programs. Price does not include lift tickets, all participants must purchase a fullseason pass for $204 from Aspen Skiing Company (purchase pass before 11/16; $339 after 11/16).
• Dates & time: January 12, 13, 19, 26, 27; February 2, 9, 10, 23; March 2, 9, 10; 9:15am - 3:00pm | 8 Saturdays and 4 Sundays• Place: Highlands – AVSC Clubhouse • Program Fee $1,010 on or before November 9th; $1,125 on or after November 10th
snocru – 8 days skiing or snowboarding at snowmass (grades 7-12)Open to pre-teens and teens of all ability levels. Our pros will challenge athletes to hone skills while exploring new terrain. Ski and Snowboard groups. Price includes lift pass on lesson days only.
• Dates & time: Saturdays January 12th – March 9th; 9:30am - 3:00pm• Place: Snowmass – Two Creeks • Program Fee $710 on or before November 9th; $790 on or after November 10th
snocru – 8 days skiing at highlands (grades 7-12)Open to pre-teens and teens at level 6 or higher skiers. Our pros will challenge athletes to hone skills while exploring new terrain. Price includes lift pass on lesson days only.
• Dates & time: Saturdays January 12th – March 9th; 9:30am - 3:00pm• Place: Highlands – AVSC Clubhouse • Program Fee $710 on or before November 9th; $790 on or after November 10th
crossover snowboard – 3 days snowboarding at buttermilk (grades 1-12; never evers only)Does your skier want to snowboard? This is a three-Sunday program for skiers who have never snowboarded and want to give it a try! Never evers only. No scholarships are available for this program. Price includes lift pass on lesson days only.
• Dates & time: Sundays February 24th; March 3rd & 10th; 9:30am - 3:00pm• Place: Buttermilk Base• Program Fee $275 on or before November 9th; $310 on or after November 10th
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Q U E S T I O N S ? C O N T A C T A U G U S T T E A G U EA V S C ’ S N O R D I C P R O G R A M D I R E C T O R
BILL KOCH YOUTH SKI LEAGUE (FORMERLY nordic base camp)Bill Koch, aka “Kochie,” is America’s first cross country skier Olympic medalist (1976). He emerged from the hills around Putney, Vermont to become a World Cup Champion. In addition to his international results, Bill was well known for fun and innovation. Often referred to as the father of skate skiing, Kochie helped popularize the technique in the early 80's leading to his bronze medal in the 1982 world championships. When he was not helping create a new technique or racing in Europe, Kochie was often seen skiing though the back woods and pastures, jumping and just playing on his skis!
When he retired from World Cup skiing, USSA honored Bill by forming the Bill Koch Ski League (BKL) to introduce America’s children to Nordic skiing and the joy of going fast on skis. AVSC ran this program in the 80's and early 90's. The name change from Base Camp back to Bill Koch Youth Ski League is an attempt to acknowledge Kochie and his innovative, fun-loving spirit.
Our BKL programs are fun, learn-to-ski programs geared towards children ages 5-11. The emphasis will be on fostering a love for the sport and enjoying winter in the Roaring Fork Valley. Children will develop basic motor skills invaluable to their future athletic involvement. Skills such as coordination, agility, and balance will be taught through a variety of games and activities. As children progress through the Bill Koch League programs, they will learn teamwork, sportsmanship, fair play, and other essential habits common among successful adolescents.
aspen - bill koch youth ski league programs:ONE DAY – MONDAY (AGE 5-9)
• November 26th – March 4th; Mondays 3:30-5:00pm (no practice over winter break)• Program Fee: $360 until November 2nd; $400 on or after November 3rd
ONE DAY – WEDNESDAY (AGE 5-9)• November 28th – March 4th; Wednesdays 2:30-4:00pm (no practice over winter break)• Program Fee: $360 until November 2nd; $400 on or after November 3rd
TWO DAYS – MONDAY + THURSDAY (AGE 8-11)• November 26th – March 4th; Mondays and Thursdays 3:30-5:00pm (no practice over winter break)• Program Fee: $600 until November 2nd; $670 on or after November 3rd
spring gulch (carbondale) - bill koch youth ski league programs:ONE DAY – TUESDAY (AGE 5-9)
• November 27th – March 4th; Tuesdays 4:00-5:30pm (no practice over winter break)• Program Fee: $315 until November 2nd; $350 on or after November 3rd
ONE DAY – THURSDAY (AGE 5-9)• November 29th – March 4th; Thursdays 4:00-5:30pm (no practice over winter break)• Program Fee: $315 until November 2nd; $350 on or after November 3rd
TWO DAYS – TUESDAY + THURSDAY (AGE 8-11)• November 27th – March 4th; Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:00-5:30pm (no practice over winter break)• Program Fee: $495 until November 2nd; $550 on or after November 3rd
bill koch youth ski league early
pricing deadline and scholarship
deadline:
november 2nd
athlete progression through avsc programsAspen Supports Kids provides the right amount of skiing and snowboarding for kids to have fun, challenge themselves, and learn while meeting new friends and experiencing Aspen Snowmass’ incredible four mountains. Some athletes continue in Aspen Supports Kids programs through high school while others decide to continue with the sport by enrolling in AVSC’s “TEAM” (competitive) programs. Below is a typical athlete progression from Aspen Supports Kids to our TEAM programs, where athletes can compete and travel within their discipline of choice.
aspen supports kids
+ bill koch leagueFun-focused, recreational
learn-to-ski and snowboard programs
ALPINE SKI RACING FREESTYLE SKIING NORDIC SKIING
TEAM PROGRAMSCompetitive programs
SNOWBOARDING
Think your child is ready for a TEAM program? Reach
out to a Program Director to discuss the options:
ALPINE SKI RACING: Alice Black
FREESTYLE SKIING:Eric Knight
NORDIC SKIING: August Teague
SNOWBOARDING: Jason Cook
pre-devoIntroductory level programs within each
competitive discipline Note: Bill Koch League 2-day programs
are nordic’s pre-devo equivalent
A S P E N V A L L E Y S K I & S N O W B O A R D C L U BW W W . T E A M A V S C . O R G
970.205.5101@TEAM_AVSC
AVSC IS SO PROUD OF OUR
2018 OLYMPIANS + PARALYMPIANS!
ALEX FERREIRA ALICE MCKENNISANDREW KURKA CHRIS CORNINGEVAN STRONG
HAGEN KEARNEYJAKE PATES
JAMIE STANTONJOSH ELLIOTT KEITH GABEL
KEVIN BURTON LAURIE STEPHENS
MELANIE SCHWARTZMIKE SHEA
NOAH HOFFMANSIMI HAMILTON
STEPHEN LAWLER THOMAS WALSH
TORIN YATER-WALLACETYLER WALKERWILEY MAPLE
Before they were Olympians… Simi (top left), Wiley (top right), Torin (bottom left) and Alex (bottom right) were
just local kids who loved to ski.
2018/2019 AVSC ASPEN SUPPORTS KIDS NEED BASED SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION Please mail to: Meredith Elwell, 300 AVSC Drive, Aspen, CO 81611 Or send via email: [email protected] Questions? Contact: ASK Director, Meredith Elwell, [email protected], 970-205-5161
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2018 BY 5PM
Aspen Supports Kids participants (SnoWarriors, SnoCru , Ridge Runners) are eligible for up to the total cost of program fees less $100. Scholarships are NOT available for the Aspenauts, Bighorns, SnoBandits, Powder Pandas or Cross-Over programs. Funds are limited, based on family income and the content of the explanatory letter. As a scholarship recipient, your child will be required to send a thank you letter to an AVSC Donor and to AVSC.
COMPLETED SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION INCLUDES
!!Completed registration online www.teamavsc.org and deposit paid !!Scholarship Application Form - Only one form is required per family. !!2017 Tax Returns – Two -parent households filing separate returns must attach 2017 tax returns from
both individuals. All information is confidential. !!Explanatory Letter - On a separate sheet, please state why you are requesting a scholarship. Include
comments on any special circumstances influencing your financial position which AVSC should consider in the decision making process.
!!Partial Payment - $100 per child. If you do not receive a scholarship this payment will be applied towards program fees or refunded if your child withdraws due to financial circumstances.
ALPINE AND SNOWBOARD EQUIPMENT SCHOLARSHIPS
*Limited quantities are available and are not guaranteed. Apply early to be considered. Please List Shoe Size: Height of Child: Weight of Child: !! Check if you would you like to be considered for free ski equipment from Gorsuch Ltd. !! Check if you would like to be considered for snowboarding equipment from D&E/ Four Mountain Sports.
FAMILY INFORMATION !! Check here if you are also applying for a 2018 Buddy Program Winter Scholarship.
Participant’s Name: Program: Program Fee: $
Participant’s Name: Program: Program Fee: $
Participant’s Name: Program: Program Fee: $
Total Program Fee(s) $
$100 per child - Partial Payment Paid $
Total Amount Requested $
Parent Signature: Print Name: Date:
I hereby acknowledge that the information on this application is true and accurate. I understand that if any information on this application form is not true or accurate, then AVSC has the right to terminate any scholarship award. At such time the applicant will be obligated to repay the AVSC the total amount of the scholarship awarded. AVSC also has the right to terminate any scholarship award should the balance of the program fee, after scholarship, not be paid within the designated time. Recipient must abide by the AVSC Code of Conduct.Disciplinary actions within AVSC, school or with the local authorities may revoke award. I have read and understand all my obligations and responsibilities as a scholarship applicant/recipient.
Office Use Only : !Registration Form !Tax Returns !Explanatory Letter !$100 Per Participant
NAME:
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