Ski Trip!

Note: This trip is NOT limited to people who have experience skiing or snowboarding. Myself and others are HAPPY to spend time helping to teach, while professional lessons are also available. Tubing/Sledding may also be an option!

DEPART: Friday January 23

RETURN: Sunday January 25

HOUSING: Stockbridge, Vermont. Stockbridge is located 22 miles north of Rutland.

SKI RESORT: Sugarbush, Mt. Ellen

COST:
Housing for two nights $20
1 Full Day Ski ticket (age 7-18): $44
1 Full Day Ski Ticket (adult): $54
Gear Rental: ski/board package with boots $38
Ski Board only $29
Ski Boots only (with binding check) $37

Snowboard boots only $21

Poles $11

FOOD:

Dinner for Saturday night will be provided at a nominal cost. People can bring lunch food with them for Saturday and Sunday lunches. Food can be purchased at Sugarbush. Be forewarned food is expensive: one slice of pizza costs $5, drinks are over $2.00.

TRAVEL:

The drive to Stockbridge is 200 miles. The drive is about four hours. Given this, we want to leave as early as possible on Friday. We plan on skiing all day Saturday. The lifts open at 8AM.
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SUGGESTIONS:

1. Mr. Peace suggests purchasing a lift ticket in advance. It is one less line to wait on and will get skiers going quickly. If given the cash, Mr. Peace can purchase the ticket when he is at Sugarbush on 1/17/09.
2. Skiers may want to look into renting gear from local ski shops as a way to save money.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Mr. Peace needs a firm commitment, a definitive yes or no, by 1/3/09. If Mr. Peace does not hear from people it is possible they may not be able to attend. There is a finite amount of space in Stockbridge and advanced notice is required.

Movie Sunday!

Our next meeting will be this Sunday, 12/14.

Though there will be some business discussed, the meeting will be primarily informal.

The main point of this meeting is to enjoy the movie: "The Dark Knight"

Since the Lion's Club has an enormous television, we've reserved it for this event.

So,

• Meeting begins a 6. Be early, we will not pause or restart the film.
• $5.00 for pizza and soda.
• You are encouraged to bring your own lounge equipment within reason.

Photographers Needed!

We are in current need of photographers!

The crew needs 2 people who can keep up a photo-journal of our on goings!

Those interested must:

• Have access to their own photography equipment.
• Be able to make most events.
• Devote the time to sorting and posting pictures.

If you want the job, say so soon!

Cabin Camping

Cabin Camping is fast approaching!!!

The event will last from Friday (21) evening till Sunday (23) morning. It will be cold outside, and toasty inside. Pack accordingly. We will meeting up at the Lions Club at 6:30, Friday. Pick up will be at the LionsFor those of you who don't know:

1. Bathroom kit.
2. Sleeping bag/sheets (I can lend sleeping bags if necessary).
3. Pillow.
4. Warm clothing.
5. Winter jacket. Gloves. Hat.
   
6. Thick shoes.
7. Pajamas (Can spend all day in these).
8. Plate/Utensils/Cup/Nalgene
9. Personal drinking/snack supply. There is running water for mixes. Nothing will be provided besides what comes with meals.
10. Flashlight.
11. Personal medication.

Please bring some means of entertainment! Electronics are not welcome. Cell phones are permitted, but you'll be asked to put them away if its all you do.

So, bring a book, board game, ball, instrument, or anything else you think you'd like to do. We'll all be together, so never be a dull moment.

(Thats a real knife by the way)

Library Community Service!

Community service for the North Salem library is this Sunday, 11/16.
We will be helping out at private libraries around the town, overseeing the visitors parking and conduct. The event lasts from 11:00 - 2:00, and everyone is welcome to come and go as they please.

Anyone who wants to join in should be at the Windus home at 10:30, sunday morning.

Please! It is important that you dress in layers, some outdoor work may be involved in directing traffic. Be sure to bring enough clothing to stay comfortable!

Those who come out to help will be given rides to the meeting once we've finished.
Everyone, parents included, are welcome to come!

Meeting 11/15

We'll be having a meeting this Sunday, 11/15 at the Lions Club.
We'll be starting at 3:00, so be there with time to spare!

The agenda is as follows:

• Collect/Supply outstanding applications.
• Supply camping permission forms.
• Collect $20.00 fee for upcoming camp out.
• Outline cabin camping gear and activities.
• Final vote concerning troop motto, yell, and symbol.
• Pizza/Soda/Games.

See everyone there!

Forest of Fear: CANCELED

The Forrest of Fear event planned for Saturday 11/1/08 has been canceled. Contrary to prior belief, the Forrest of Fear concluded Sunday 10/26/08.

SORRY!

Potential Newbies!!

Anyone who wishes to join the North Salem Venture crew is welcome to do so.

Keep in mind:

• In order to join the Venture crew, you must be at least 14 years old.
• Meetings are currently held on Sunday in the afternoon. Focus is balanced between work and play.
• Activities are scheduled at the digression of the crew.
• No mandatory attendance. If you need to miss a meeting, we understand. You can always contact someone and ask for updates. There is no penalty for missing a meeting.
• Activities range from camping to city-adventure. If you want to do it, we'll work to make it happen.
• Can be put on your College transcript.
  

Contact me, Graham, with any further questions. You can post in reply or find me around.
I promise that you will love this club if you give it a shot.

And then they were sales people...

And popcorn we shall sell... as well as other items that we may come to find worthwhile

As discussed at the first meeting, were gonna need some funding if we want to go on something big. This, supposedly, is the way to do it.

Post if you have suggestions about:

• Places to sell.
• Ways to sell.
• Other items to sell.

We'll be getting into this as soon as we can, so, be ready to help out!

P.S. - This post will be updated as new information emerges regarding fund raising.

88 MPH or BUST

Venture crew, we are officially going back in time (somewhat...) this Saturday, September 20th.
Its the New York Metropolitan Renaissance Faire if you haven't caught on!

Important info:

• Meeting at Lions Club at 8:45, leaving by 9:00. If you aren't there, your not going.
• Tickets are $20.00
• Food and Drink are not provided and are notably expensive. Please have plenty of cash to ensure that you don't find yourself hungry or thirsty. Bringing a drink is heavily recommended.
• You are encouraged to dress up. Not required.
• The Faire concludes at 7pm. Attendees will be home by 8pm at the latest, but likely earlier.
• Be well rested! Its a day on your feet! Wear appropriate footwear even if it conflicts with your costume!
  
• Sunscreen is essential, the event is completely outdoors, be prepared.

Anyone who is attending must reply to this blog.
Check out the faire's website here. (Click the word, "here").
Print out a coupon good for $2.00 off admission. Note: Do not cut out the slip, bring the whole paper. Download the image here.

Its really an extraordinarily fun day, hope to see you all there!!!

Welcome to the World...of Venture Crew.

Going into a new year of Venture that will hopefully be stronger and better than last year! We've had our first meeting at which we played around as well as discussing the major plans for the new year!

If you need an application, talk to me ASAP! Either call me, find me, or post your request!!!
As always, feel free to invite anyone within the bound as set forth by the Venture Crew, (over 14, human).

More importantly, if you have an idea or a suggestion, TALK TO ME!!!