Hello Trakkers, One & All!
September means back to school, and soon to skiing. After a nice hiatus, your Trakkers board is feeling energized to get the ball moving for the new 2019-2020 XC skiing season!
Welcoming New Board Members
We are pleased to welcome two new Board members and let you know about some role changes. Sylvia Crowhurst is the new Director of Ski School. Lindsay Royston has assumed the very front-facing portfolio of Director of Bus Captains. Jen Liptrot is now in charge of Communications and Laure Sabatier took the position Vice-President. We are in good hands indeed!
Off-Season Events
Bonds between Trakkers go beyond the tracks. It also happens when wheels hit the roads, especially around Niagara. Jim Girling & Jannette Porter organized the 8th annual Spokes & Spigots tour of the Niagara wine region; a bike ride enjoyed by all participants. Big thanks to Jim & Jannette for their contribution to Trakkers’ spirits! 🍷🍹
It’s that time again! Registration is now open. Take advantage of our early bird renewal rate! Here are the 2019 – 2020 Membership fees:
| Until September 30 (early bird) | $70 |
| Until November 30 | $75 |
| From December 1st | $80 |
| After February 15 | $50 |
Save the Date: November 15, 2019, Trakkers Open House
We will be holding our annual Open House on Friday, November 15th from 7-9 pm at Swansea Town Hall, 95 Lavinia Avenue. Reconnect with your fellow Trakkers and bring friends to discover our club. This year, we encourage you to reach out to people within your community who may know little about cross country skiing, or even about the joy of Canadian winter altogether!
Volunteers Bus Captain Needed
Why would you want to be a bus captain?
- A fantastic opportunity to meet pretty much each and every Trakkers member.
- Free transportation to the resort and pay only half the trail fee once there.
If you like meeting people and are somewhat comfortable with electronic check-in – training and support provided – email our Director of Bus Captains, Lindsay Royston at buscaptains@trakkers.ca
Interested in being a Ski Instructor?
Trakkers has a long history of ski school. We are always interested in recruiting experienced skiers to become potential instructors. Come and see us November 15 at our Open House or email Sylvia at lessons@trakkers.ca.
Weekend Trips
As weekend trip planning is well underway, those interested in carpooling will be using a dedicated app this year. Stay tuned for details in future communications.
Katja Lutte, President
Trakkers Cross Country Ski Club 