Oak Ridge PTA Ski/Snowboard Club 2015-2016 Season
The winter season is fast approaching and it’s time to get out on the ski slopes for some fun with friends and family! The Oak Ridge Ski and Snowboard Club will meet on select Tuesdays throughout December, January, and February for nights on the slopes of Pine Knob Ski Resort in Clarkston. Our first session will be on Tuesday, December 8, 2015!
Club membership cards are available to children 7 years and up, parents, and teachers. If your child has never skied/snowboarded before, this is a great time to learn, even if you only make it out on the slopes a few times. Also, there isn’t a commitment to every session. Come as often as you like. *If you have a child 6 years or younger, they qualify for a discounted ticket without membership.
If you have never done this before, the following equipment is recommended:
Club Membership Cards
Students participating in the Oak Ridge Ski and Snowboard Club are required to purchase a Student Club Card for $25. This is a one-time purchase. This card is required for the student reduced lift ticket price of $19. Students only can go on other weeknights at the $19 lift rate by presenting their membership card at the window. The membership also includes 2 ski lessons or 1 snowboard lesson. If you would like additional lessons as the season progresses, you may purchase extra passes at a reduced membership rate. If you already know how to ski or snowboard, you must still purchase a Club Card to our Ski Club to be eligible for the discounted lift ticket each week. All students must take at least 1 lesson, even if it is at expert level.
Parents/Teachers who want to join the Oak Ridge Ski and Snowboard Club can purchase an adult club card for $25. This will allow the parent to ski with the club on Tuesdays only at the reduced lift ticket price of $19. The membership card for adults does not include any lessons. The adult membership card also serves as a punch card for $5 discount up to ten times that can be used on non-club days, including the holiday break. Students automatically receive the $5 off over the holidays by presenting their membership card at the window.
Club cards need to be purchased in advance from Kristen Blankenship or Jason Snook. Please make checks payable to Oak Ridge PTA. Membership Request forms should be submitted ASAP to attend the most sessions. Memberships will continue to be available at later dates.
Lift Tickets
Every skier/snowboarder (including parents and older/younger siblings) will need to purchase a lift ticket every session. Tickets are purchased at the Oak Ridge table, located in the second floor lounge at Pine Knob, known as the Pinery Cafe, for the discounted price of $19. Tickets will be for sale between 4:00 pm-6:00 pm on designated Tuesdays. Checks should be written to Pine Knob Ski Resort and in the memo portion write Oak Ridge Ski Club. If paying with cash, please come with EXACT CASH amount. Please note the Tuesdays we will be out at Pine Knob!
Equipment
Don’t have your own equipment? No worries! Rentals are available at discounted rates. Snowboards or skis can be rented for $19 each. If you don’t have your own helmet, rentals are available for $10. Please remember helmets are REQUIRED. If you are renting, a picture ID is required. Rental forms and waivers will be available at the Oak Ridge table when the lift ticket is purchased. Checks should be written to Pine Knob Ski Resort and in the memo portion write Oak Ridge Ski Club. (Note: There is no need for separate checks for lift ticket and rental. This can be combined into 1 check!)
Patches
Students are also required to purchase patches for each level of skiing/snowboarding they achieve through their lessons. These patches allow students on different areas of the hill, depending on their ability level. Students at upper level abilities must purchase all subsequent patches. Available patches are 6 different color levels. Skills required to pass each level are listed on the Pine Knob website. Patches are $2.50, and are purchased from the Pine Knob Ski School.
Transportation
Transportation will NOT be provided by the club. Please try to work out car pools with other families. Check the weather--if Pine Knob is open, we will be there!
Supervision - Adult Must Be Present
Mrs. Blankenship and Mr. Snook will NOT be supervising your children every Tuesday night. It is important that all guardians remain at the ski resort during the time students are skiing. The club table will close at approximately 6:00 PM every session but the resort remains open until 10:00 PM.
Dates
The Oak Ridge PTA Ski and Snowboard Club will be meeting at Pine Knob Resort, on the following Tuesdays (may change based on snow conditions): Dec. 8, Dec. 15, Jan. 5, Jan. 12, Jan. 19, Jan. 26, Feb. 2, Feb. 9, Feb. 16, and Feb. 23
***Club Ticket Prices are only good through the Oak Ridge Ski/Snowboard Club and not from the Pine Knob ticket windows.
Pine Knob Resort does not honor discounted lessons or rentals during the holiday season. However, $5 lift ticket discount does apply with membership card. (December 18th - January 3rd)
Interested in joining? What to do next...
Preferred ASAP:
Membership Card Request Form with payment (checks made to Oak Ridge PTA)
If you have any questions, please contact one of the Oak Ridge PTA Ski/Snowboard Club sponsors:
Kristen Blankenship (Sponsor) 586-291-6884 kristenblanks@hotmail.com
Jason Snook (Co-Sponsor) 734-476-1304 jaypsnook@yahoo.com
The winter season is fast approaching and it’s time to get out on the ski slopes for some fun with friends and family! The Oak Ridge Ski and Snowboard Club will meet on select Tuesdays throughout December, January, and February for nights on the slopes of Pine Knob Ski Resort in Clarkston. Our first session will be on Tuesday, December 8, 2015!
Club membership cards are available to children 7 years and up, parents, and teachers. If your child has never skied/snowboarded before, this is a great time to learn, even if you only make it out on the slopes a few times. Also, there isn’t a commitment to every session. Come as often as you like. *If you have a child 6 years or younger, they qualify for a discounted ticket without membership.
If you have never done this before, the following equipment is recommended:
- Ski jacket, snow pants, and ski gloves/mittens: waterproof works best
- Hat and/or face mask: the weather can get chilly at night
- Ski or Snowboard equipment: Bring your own or rent from Pine Knob
- Helmet: Required! (available as rental)
Club Membership Cards
Students participating in the Oak Ridge Ski and Snowboard Club are required to purchase a Student Club Card for $25. This is a one-time purchase. This card is required for the student reduced lift ticket price of $19. Students only can go on other weeknights at the $19 lift rate by presenting their membership card at the window. The membership also includes 2 ski lessons or 1 snowboard lesson. If you would like additional lessons as the season progresses, you may purchase extra passes at a reduced membership rate. If you already know how to ski or snowboard, you must still purchase a Club Card to our Ski Club to be eligible for the discounted lift ticket each week. All students must take at least 1 lesson, even if it is at expert level.
Parents/Teachers who want to join the Oak Ridge Ski and Snowboard Club can purchase an adult club card for $25. This will allow the parent to ski with the club on Tuesdays only at the reduced lift ticket price of $19. The membership card for adults does not include any lessons. The adult membership card also serves as a punch card for $5 discount up to ten times that can be used on non-club days, including the holiday break. Students automatically receive the $5 off over the holidays by presenting their membership card at the window.
Club cards need to be purchased in advance from Kristen Blankenship or Jason Snook. Please make checks payable to Oak Ridge PTA. Membership Request forms should be submitted ASAP to attend the most sessions. Memberships will continue to be available at later dates.
Lift Tickets
Every skier/snowboarder (including parents and older/younger siblings) will need to purchase a lift ticket every session. Tickets are purchased at the Oak Ridge table, located in the second floor lounge at Pine Knob, known as the Pinery Cafe, for the discounted price of $19. Tickets will be for sale between 4:00 pm-6:00 pm on designated Tuesdays. Checks should be written to Pine Knob Ski Resort and in the memo portion write Oak Ridge Ski Club. If paying with cash, please come with EXACT CASH amount. Please note the Tuesdays we will be out at Pine Knob!
Equipment
Don’t have your own equipment? No worries! Rentals are available at discounted rates. Snowboards or skis can be rented for $19 each. If you don’t have your own helmet, rentals are available for $10. Please remember helmets are REQUIRED. If you are renting, a picture ID is required. Rental forms and waivers will be available at the Oak Ridge table when the lift ticket is purchased. Checks should be written to Pine Knob Ski Resort and in the memo portion write Oak Ridge Ski Club. (Note: There is no need for separate checks for lift ticket and rental. This can be combined into 1 check!)
Patches
Students are also required to purchase patches for each level of skiing/snowboarding they achieve through their lessons. These patches allow students on different areas of the hill, depending on their ability level. Students at upper level abilities must purchase all subsequent patches. Available patches are 6 different color levels. Skills required to pass each level are listed on the Pine Knob website. Patches are $2.50, and are purchased from the Pine Knob Ski School.
Transportation
Transportation will NOT be provided by the club. Please try to work out car pools with other families. Check the weather--if Pine Knob is open, we will be there!
Supervision - Adult Must Be Present
Mrs. Blankenship and Mr. Snook will NOT be supervising your children every Tuesday night. It is important that all guardians remain at the ski resort during the time students are skiing. The club table will close at approximately 6:00 PM every session but the resort remains open until 10:00 PM.
Dates
The Oak Ridge PTA Ski and Snowboard Club will be meeting at Pine Knob Resort, on the following Tuesdays (may change based on snow conditions): Dec. 8, Dec. 15, Jan. 5, Jan. 12, Jan. 19, Jan. 26, Feb. 2, Feb. 9, Feb. 16, and Feb. 23
***Club Ticket Prices are only good through the Oak Ridge Ski/Snowboard Club and not from the Pine Knob ticket windows.
Pine Knob Resort does not honor discounted lessons or rentals during the holiday season. However, $5 lift ticket discount does apply with membership card. (December 18th - January 3rd)
Interested in joining? What to do next...
Preferred ASAP:
Membership Card Request Form with payment (checks made to Oak Ridge PTA)
If you have any questions, please contact one of the Oak Ridge PTA Ski/Snowboard Club sponsors:
Kristen Blankenship (Sponsor) 586-291-6884 kristenblanks@hotmail.com
Jason Snook (Co-Sponsor) 734-476-1304 jaypsnook@yahoo.com
