Who we are Important Dates 2017-2018 Founded in 1967, Club Mont Ste Marie (“CMSM”) is a not- ! Early September – mid November: Dryland Training for-profit organization, which runs independently from the at Mooney’s Bay, 3 days/week ski hill, Mont Ste Marie. The Nancy Greene program and ! October 4 & 25: Kunstadt Sports Race Club Buy the Ski School (lessons) are operated separately by the hill. Nights (6-9 pm) Well established as one of the premier clubs in the Outaouais region, CMSM provides a comprehensive ! October 10, 24 & November 7: Sporting Life Racer competitive alpine ski racing development program for Nights (6-9 pm) Quick Reference athletes ages U10 to U18. The Club’s alpine programs are ! October 14: In-person Registration, Dryland & Fitness athlete-centered, coach-driven and supported by dedicated Testing, Equipment Day, Ski Swap & BBQ at MSM Guide for parent-volunteers and an administration that includes an Alpine Program Administrator, a volunteer Alpine ! October 27 – November 6: NCO Ski Team Online Committee (headed by the Alpine Director) and a volunteer Auction (www.32auctions.com/NCOonline2017) New & Returning Board of Directors. ! November 4: Level II Officials Course at Edelweiss Club MSM also has a thriving Mountain Bike “Velo” branch, ! November 8: NCO Ski Team Silent Auction Night Families as well as a “Social” membership for those wishing to St-Anthony’s Soccer Club (6-9 pm) partake in Club activities but who are not members of the ! November 23: “All-Hands Meeting” mandatory 2017-2018 Alpine programs or Velo MSM. officials update at Tom Brown Arena (6-9 pm) We are a close-knit community and are always thrilled to ! December 2-8: Pre-Season Ski Camp for U14/16/18 welcome new members! at Mont Edouard ! Date TBC: Pre-Season Camp U10/12 Mont Tremblant Alpine Administration & Staff ! December 9: 1st day training on snow at MSM (snow permitting) Alpine Director: Mark Somers ! Date TBC in Dec: Level I Officials Course at MSM ! December 26 – January 7: Christmas Camp at MSM Alpine Program Administrator (PA): Julie Klotz (1/2 day Dec. 31 and off Jan 1) Coach Coordinators: Simon Reilly (U10/12) ! January 9: Tuesday Night Training starts at Cascades Katrina Follis (U14/16/18) ! January 12: Friday Training starts at MSM Coaching Staff: Every season, CMSM hires an exceptional ! January 26-28: Défi du Carnaval at Le Relais U10/12 group of talented and enthusiastic Canadian Ski Coach ! February 24-28: Criterium U16 Intersport Mont- Federation trained and certified coaches. A Lead Coach is Édouard appointed for each program (U10, U12, U14, U16, U18) ! March 1-4: FIS Super Series at MSM and, in collaboration with the Alpine Director, PA and Coach Coordinators, works with a team of coaches to deliver ! March 5-8: U12 Provincial Championship Mont Orford exceptional training and racing programs to the athletes. ! March 16-18: Regroupement U12 Mont-St-Mathieu Alpine Ski Team Alpine Committee: Mark Somers, Julie Klotz, Sean ! March 25: last program day, pending no changes to Gilmour, Chris Sullivan, Courtney Wagner. the race schedule 2017-2018 Board members: Paul Turner (President), Jeff * The Regional Race Schedule will be distributed once Skene (Past President), Curtis Miles (Vice-President & confirmed. U10-U12 athletes can expect to compete in Member Engagement/Volunteers), Bryce Conrad approximately 5-6 core regional races (Sat. or Sun). (Secretary), Gibby Armstrong (Treasurer), Mark Somers (Alpine), Anthony Courtney (Velo), Chris Klotz (Funding), Patrick Murray (Sponsorship), Anny Lemire Pollock Regional Race Venues MSM Athletes Can (Communications), Dabrowka Farah (Social), Walter Boyce (Nancy Greene Liaison). Expect to Compete at: Additional information and resources about the Club and programs (including a copy of this Accountant: Sarah Burroughs (for any payment related ! Mont Ste Marie ! Camp Fortune Guide) can be found on the Club MSM Website inquiries, email Sarah at [email protected]) ! Sommet Edelweiss ! Ski Vorlage at: www.clubmsm.org ! Mont Cascades ! Calabogie Peaks Dryland Training recommended: shin guards, pole guards, chin guard and to gain additional training mileage: not only is there is a quick mouth guard. turnaround time, but both sessions are also spent almost entirely in gates/courses. By participating in these sessions, Fall Dryland Training is an important part of ski racing and U14/U16 level: One pair of GS skis and one pair of SL athletes gain over 50% more training time. Tuesday nights is included in the program fees. It helps athletes get in skis. Two sets of poles are recommended (one for GS and training at Mont Cascades also offers athletes the opportunity shape, stay active and prevent injuries. Our coaches focus one for SL – to prevent the racer from having to take the to ski on different terrain, and gain mileage and confidence on on strength training, endurance, speed, agility, explosive pole guards one and off), FIS approved race helmet, speed one of the other race venues in the region. Friday training at force, and overall physical fitness... it takes place outdoors suit, back protector for GS and SG, shin guards, pole MSM allows athletes to train more consecutive days, which in a fun environment and is an excellent team building guards, chin guard, mouth guard (optional), goggles, helps consolidate and refine skills in a progression and close exercise. Athletes are strongly encouraged to attend this gloves, ski bag, and tuning kit. Stealth top and Slalom succession. physical Dryland preparation; it will benefit them greatly shorts are optional. when they hit the slopes. Younger athletes or those with U18 level: As above, but skis must also be FIS approved. Both training sessions can be purchased as a package, or on other commitments can choose to attend 1-2 sessions per Race equipment must be maintained in excellent shape; a “pay-as-you-go” basis. The Mont Cascades lift pass must week. If joining the Club prior to official registration, regular tuning is an essential component of ski racing. Not be purchased from Cascades separately (at a discount). athletes can (and should) still participate by first sending us only does it improve performance, but safety as well! Athletes are required to arrive at 5:30 pm on Tuesdays at an email at [email protected]. Investing in a tuning kit to keep skis sharp and waxed is Cascades at the first lodge (at the base of the Competition When: Mooney’s Bay at the Terry Fox Facilities in Ottawa, essential. As one of our coaches once said, skiing on dull run), to be ready to ski at 6 pm. On Fridays, athletes must Tues/Thurs 6-7:30 pm and Sunday 10 am-noon, from skis is like a surgeon working with a butter knife! arrive by 8:30 at MSM to be ready to ski outside at 8:45 am. September to mid-November. Ski Swap Training at MSM Race Uniforms Alpine skiing is a “gear-intensive” sport, but it does not It is imperative that athletes arrive on time for training. The blue MSM team jacket is mandatory. These are require you to buy expensive equipment all the time. Used Athletes meet, get ready (and have lunch) in the lower level of ordered from Spyder in the spring and are typically equipment can be found within the Club, and this is in fact the Main Lodge together as a team. Athletes must be ready delivered in December. If you are joining the Club in the your best and easiest source. This year’s first “Ski Swap” to ski outside at the Vanier chair lift by 8:45 am where plans summer or fall, used jackets are available for purchase. Let will take place during registration – parents are encouraged will be communicated and athletes will warm up. Training us know if you are in need of a coat, and we will connect to bring equipment their athletes no longer need, to days conclude between 2:30 – 3:00 pm. Athletes are you with a family looking to sell one (email Kim Gunztel at sell/swap; those looking for gear should definitely check it encouraged to assist coaches with gates/equipment if able. [email protected]). You can also access jacket out. Throughout the year, parents connect about used listings on the “Ski Swap” spreadsheet by visiting equipment via the “Ski Swap” spreadsheet on the Club Keep an eye on the Notice Board posted in the lower level for www.clubmsm.org under the ‘For Parents’ tab. Corporate website, where members can advertise items they wish to Club updates. Sponsorship crests will also be distributed at the beginning sell. Look under the “For Parents” tab at www.clubmsm.org. of the season; these must be sewn on the jackets (pre- determined location). We are very appreciative of the Volunteering for Races sponsors who support our Club and sport. Pre-Season Camps MSM runs some of the best ski races in the country, and we Black uniform full zip ski pants are mandatory (available Details for the optional U14-U18 Camp at Mont Edouard have a blast doing it! An overview of the Club cannot take though Spyder, though many athletes choose different are being finalized. If interested, please email Julie at place without acknowledging the huge amount of work done brands which is perfectly acceptable). Optional Club MSM [email protected] right away. An optional by parent volunteers. CMSM simply cannot operate without insulators will also be available throughout the season on weekend-long camp at Mont Tremblant is also being this volunteer support. There are a host of volunteer the “Ski Swap” spreadsheet and for pre-order in the spring. organized for the U10/U12; details to come soon. opportunities, both on and off hill.