Armand Gutierrez, President
It’s June and the start of the 2018-2019 NSC season. Our recent election resulted in three new members joining the board: Judy Bracken, Tina Woo, and Rick Dumlao. Thanks to all of you that took the time to vote, and you can see the full election results in Hoyt’s article.
Upcoming Events
NSC Annual Membership Meeting and Luau Picnic, June 10th
The NSC Annual Picnic on June 10th at Las Palmas park in Sunnyvale (same place as last year) is coming up soon. See the flyer in the newsletter and the Evite invitations have already been sent out. If you didn’t get an Evite in your email then please notify Karen Soo (tripdirector@niseiskiclub.org).
Mt. View Obon Festival is on July 21st and 22nd. This is an annual volunteer event that NSC participates in and is always fun. After all, there’s a variety of food, carnival-style games, cultural events, lots of people, and the famous Beer Booth. If you’re interested in volunteering contact the Mountain View Buddhist Temple at mvbt.575@gmail.com or phone (650) 964-9426.
Big Sky Ski Week 2019
Plans are moving smoothly for the Big Sky ski week trip for 2019, and the date is 19-26 January. There will be more details in the July newsletter.
For 2018-19 Big Sky will be on the Ikon Pass, and is also good for Squaw Valley/Alpine Meadows. Here is what you need to know about the Ikon and Epic Passes for the Big Sky trip:
- Purchase the Ikon Pass (Big Sky, Squaw/Alpine) from Sports America and receive a discount on the Big Sky trip. Go to this link to purchase: Ikon Pass for Nisei Ski Club through Sports America
- Purchase the Epic Pass (Northstar, Heavenly, Kirkwood) and receive a discount on the Big Sky trip. The Epic Pass cannot be used at Big Sky, but if you go on the Big Sky trip you will receive a trip discount. Go to this link to purchase: Epic Pass for Nisei Ski Club through Sports America