PSIA/AASI Central OnLine
November 2004

It's Time to Nominate
It is that time again to nominate individuals for the PSIA/AASI Central Board of Directors. Nominations must be received no later than December 31, 2004. Click here to be directed to the nomination form with guidelines for nominating.

Checklist for Registering
When registering for an event with PSIA/AASI Central, make sure that you have done the following:

1. Make sure that your application is filled out correctly and completely. Don't forget to sign your registration form! If you're testing, don't forget your director's signature!

2. Make your room reservations in advance. Ask about packages, sometimes you may be able to get a package deal that includes your lift tickets for the weekend.

3. Make sure you receive a confirmation for your registration. You will either receive an email confirmation or a postcard confirmation. Don't show up to the event without one!

4. If you are registering for an Alpine 2 or 3 on hill exam, please be sure that your written exam has been completed prior to mailing or faxing in your registration.

Upcoming Events
Deadlines can sneak up on you! So make sure that you register in time! Following are upcoming events:

LOCATION DATES DEADLINE DISCIPLINES
Ski Brule, MI Nov. 21-22 11/5/2004 Alpine, Snowboard
Giants Ridge, MN Dec. 2-5 11/19/2004 Alpine, Snowboard
Trollhaugen, WI Dec. 4-5 11/19/2004 Nordic
Boyne Highlands, MI Dec. 10-14 11/26/2004 Alpine, Snowboard, Nordic
Minocqua Winter Park, WI Dec. 18-19 12/3/2004 Nordic

On Snow Clinics

Click here for the Alpine calendar with descriptions
Click here for the Snowboard calendar with descriptions
Click here for the Nordic calendar with descriptions
Click here for the Adaptive calendar with descriptions

Click here for the Education Event Application

Don't Forget to Call Ahead for Weekend Packages
Thinking of going to Giants Ridge, MN or Boyne Highland, MI this December for an event this December? Make sure that you take advantage of these room packages:

Giants Ridge, MN, December 4-5, 2004
The Villas at Giants Ridge, 800-843-7434 or 218-865-4155
25% off rate for 2 night, minimum, Dec. 2 thru Dec. 5, 2004 Must mention this special at time of booking to receive offer.

The Lodge at Giants Ridge, 877-442-6877 or 218-865-7170
Room Specials begin at $69.00 p/p based on double occupancy plus all taxes and service charges. A block of rooms is reserved in the name of PSIA. Reserve by Nov. 18, 2004.

Other Deals at Giants Ridge (December 4-5, 2004): 
Meal Plan: $41.00: Available to all workshop participants (all inclusive)
Saturday Breakfast Buffet
PSIA/AASI Texas BBQ Banquet
Sunday Breakfast Buffet

Banquet: Saturday, Dec. 4, 2004 - $22.00 (all inclusive)
Social Hour 6:00- 7:00 p.m.
Texas BBQ 7:00 p.m.
Short Program to follow

Just want to attend the PSIA/AASI Banquet contact JoAnn at joannburkeski@msn.com or phone her at Giants Ridge with a credit card number by Nov. 18.

Lift Tickets: $40.00 for 2 day event. Please indicate if you would like your tickets included in your lodging & meal packet while making reservations for the Lodge.

For questions on lodging and meals, please call Giants Ridge at 800-688-7669 and ask for JoAnn.

Boyne Highlands, MI, December 11-12, 2004
Reserve by November 9th, 1-800-Go Boyne
Weekend Package ($250 Single/$200 Dbl Rate) - Includes two nights lodging (Friday-Sunday), two day lift tickets (Saturday and Sunday), breakfast (Saturday and Sunday), dinner (Saturday night).  Rates are based on per person and includes taxes, fees and gratuities.

Other Deals at Boyne Highlands, MI (December 11-12, 2004):
Non-House Participants - Participants not on a package can receive a $5.00 per day discount on lift tickets for Saturday and Sunday only via the ticket sales office.  Participants must present a current PSIA/AASI Membership card to receive this special rate.

Important Alpine Exam Information
Alpine Level 1 Written Exam Requirements - Is it recommended that Alpine Level 1 candidates complete and pass their written exam two weeks prior to their on hill exam, but it will not be required.  (Alpine Level 2 & 3 candidates still must have their written exam passed prior to applying for their on hill exam.)

Alpine Level 2 Accredited Candidates - Those who are registering for either their skiing or teaching portion of the Alpine Level 2 Exam will only have to pay $125 for the three days.  These candidates will only be scored on the area they are seeking to pass and must pass two of three days to become Alpine Level 2 certified.

What Study Manuals Do You Need? 
These manuals are the required readings necessary to pass the written portion of your exam.  National has many other resources that may be beneficial to your exam success. Order your study manuals from PSIA/AASI National today!  Click here to be redirected to their website.

EXAM STUDY MANUALS NATIONAL PRODUCT NUMBER COST
Alpine Levels 1, 2 & 3 Core Concepts for Snowsports Instructors
Alpine Technical Manual
Basic Alpine Set (Includes Core Concepts & Alpine Technical Manual)
PSIA Children's Instruction Manual		 126
127
128
119		 $24.50
$19.50
$39.50
$19.95
Snowboard Levels 1, 2 & 3 AASI Snowboard Manual
Core Concepts for Snowsports Instructors
AASI Snowboard Movement Analysis Handbook		 122
126
129		 $19.95
$24.50
$14.50
Adaptive Levels 1 & 2 Adaptive Snowsports Instruction
Core Concepts for Snowsports Instructors
Alpine Technical Manual
Basic Alpine Set (Includes Core Concepts & Alpine Technical Manual)		 131
126
127
128		 $24.50
$24.50
$19.50
$39.50
Nordic Track Levels 1, 2 & 3
Telemark Levels 1, 2 & 3		 ATS Nordic Handbook
Nordic Skiing
Core Concepts for Snowsports Instructors		 112
109
126		 $13.95
$19.95
$24.50

Free Study Materials

The following guides are available on at the PSIA/AASI-C Website: (Click here)

The PSIA Alpine Level 1, 2, & 3 Study Guides (Reference Material Only)
The AASI-Central Snowboard Level 1, 2, & 3 Study Guides
Children's Accreditation Workbook (Click here for direct link)
*NEW* Adaptive Level 1 Exam Prep Workbook (Click here for direct link)
*NEW* Introductory Nordic Instructor Training Manual (Click here for direct link)

Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!
There are a lot of exciting job postings online for the upcoming season.  Looking for a change of pace?  Many of our fellow divisions have some job offerings that we have included on our website.  Check out the classified section of our website at http://www.psia-c.org/classifieds/index.htm  As the season draws near, more will be posted.

Keep Customers Coming Back to You!
After someone has taken a lesson from you on the hill, how will they remember your name?  A great way is through business cards!  You can order business cards online and have them within 5 business days!  You can get 250 cards for as little as $38!  Excellent quality with raised ink!  Click here to order your cards today!

Other PSIA/AASI-C Information

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