Errata – corrections in the description of Toby’s NZ accident
September brings the close of summer and this August makes the close of an era, notably the passing of one of Nisei Ski Club’s founding fathers, Tatsuo “TATS” Sumida who passed away on August 14.
President Armand pays tribute to Tats in his monthly president’s message in addition to his membership and Sun Peaks report. Also in this month’s edition are Hoyt Nelson’s dedication to Tats as well as former NSC president April Shiro’s recounting of the honouring of Tats at NSC’s 40th anniversary.
On another very serious, albeit less grave, note, Toby Kravet, president of the Hawaii Ski Club whose members frequently attend our week long snow trips, was involved in a very serious skiing accident in New Zealand recently. He was skiing ALONE and had to survive a frigid night until he was found with two broken legs! Read Armand’s cautionary article entitled >>Skiing Alone<<.
LESSON to be LEARNED? DO NOT SKI ALONE!!!
On lighter notes, click here >> Bernal Heights Hike << for pictures and reporting of last month’s Bernal Heights hike led by the intrepid Hoyt Nelson and this link >> Thanks & Dance Invite << for thanks of gratitude from the Mountain View Buddhist Temple and an invitation to their “Oh What A Night” dance on October 10. And last but not least, sign up for the Sun Peak’s week long ski trip. The September 15th deadline will soon be upon us. Join the 19 members who have already signed up.
Back to a more serious note, Toby Kravet, the president of the Hawaii Ski Club whose members frequently attend our week long snow trips, was involved in a very serious skiing in New Zealand recently. He was skiing ALONE and had to survive a frigid night until he was found. Read Armand’s cautionary article entitled >>Skiing Alone<<.
LESSON to be LEARNED? DO NOT SKI ALONE!!!
Until next month, have fun, stay safe, practice random acts of kindness!
