The southerly front that came through the other week certainly curled up the fingers and toes however the more snow we can get, the more appealing the lodge becomes. Don’t forget to check out the lodge winter schedule and book yourself in for some fun time up there.
We recently took part in an event on the mountain to promote the lodges. Unfortunately for a number of reasons it didn’t draw in a large crowd but it has set an expectation for future promotional events which will draw more interest. It was interesting talking to other lodge representatives and hearing about their experiences with their respective lodges. Even though there was only a small number taking part, all had the common goal of trying to increase users and attract the public to them. All have different draw cards, from live-in custodians and chefs, to easy to get to lodges. After having these chats, it’s nice to come away knowing that we are set up fairly well in comparison to others and that our location is a definite draw card, which I always knew, but it’s nice to have that reinforced. We also have the added benefit of not being just a ski club, and I think that is a definite plus for us to remember when we go up there. Seeing the snowcraft participants come back absolutely buzzing from the adventures they’ve been having is really inspiring, and seeing all the skiers whizzing past is, well, almost enough to get me back on skis.
The new cookbook is in the lodge now and up on the website. A reminder that it is the trip leader or designated food person only who can contact Andrew, our food officer, regarding the menus for the weekend or week. A reminder too that contact must be made no later than 9.00pm on the Monday prior to you going to the lodge. Any later, and Andrew will put through the food order as per usual. Another gentle reminder that the food stock-take must be completed and faxed to Andrew to ensure the correct ordering of food.
I’m looking forward to heading back up to the lodge soon and seeing some of you there. In the meantime, stay warm, and enjoy the snow.