Hurry, there are still a few spots left!! Click for details Rafting Party Trip to Chattanooga and Ocoee, Tennessee
“ROAD TRIP!” August 4 - 7, 2016 (Thursday thru Sunday) TRIP LEADER: Steve Clark 407-803-2239 EMAIL: SClark2575@cfl.rr.com
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 Zell am See, AUSTRIA TRIP - PART II
by Kathryn Hardage, Trip Leader Guten Tag! In last month’s OSC Newsletter I talked about the entertainment and food side of Austria, there is so much to tell, I wanted to share another side of the trip. The story of respect and benevolence! Typically during ski trips there is a lot of bonding within the group, both with persons who have known each other for years and those who are meeting for the first time. On the International trips, the bond seems even stronger. We are all depending on each other in a country not our own, often with a language we do not understand. First off, at Frankfurt airport, everyone was looking out for each other in the TSA line, trying to help make sure all Orlando peeps got onto the plane after the stressful security line. Then as Trip Leader for Orlando I felt a strong bond with the Trip Leader from Sarasota, staying in our same hotel. Next with Trip Leaders from Tampa & Miami during the bus ski excursions, we respected each other’s opinion to make decisions together! I could see Orlando trippers bonding with each other, creating a sense of “family”. Trippers between clubs were also bonding, all showing respect for each other and extending benevolence; even when they were tired, or had other plans pending. When my roommate broke her arm on the mountain & the snowmobile ski patrol sped off with her, all 14 who were skiing with us waited a long wait to make sure I found her and could get her off the mountain. The actions of kindness, acceptance, respect and benevolence were numerous; too many to list names. Yet there was one very special bond that was created which I wish to share with all OSC membership, between OSC tripper, Jack Hagen and the Austrian Father (2nd out of 4 generations of owner/operators of our hotel). I believe, Jack’s career has been in the Fire Fighting industry. Somehow he learned of the Father’s association with the volunteer Fire Dept in Zell am See and presented him with a NY World Trade Center pen. The Father was extremely touched and honored. A few nights later at dinner, the Father made a grand entrance into the Dining Room, zooming in on Jack. Jack saw him coming and immediately jumped to his feet. Though neither spoke each other’s language, no words were needed. The Father proudly presented Jack with a Fire Fighter’s ball cap from Zell am See. Jack saluted the Father and the room erupted in applause. A very special moment of respect and benevolence!
_____________________________________________________________________  2016-2017 Trips!
Hurry, Hurry, Hurry!! Due to travel industry changes these trips will have to close out earlier than previous years. Always check on our website from latest status and information, or give the trip leaders a call. December 8-12, 2016…Aspen, Colorado…Pre-Holiday Luxury Trip at Great Pre-Season Price! Price: $1,238 per person double occupancy. Includes RT air into Aspen, 4 nights in the heart of star studded Aspen at the quaint luxurious Limelight Boutique Hotel w/daily hot breakfast, pre-trip party & Welcome Reception. Lift tixs at low pre-season rate of $57 per day, for 4 ski mts. Come get in the spirit at Holiday decorated, fabulous Aspen! Trip Leader: Steve Clark 407/803-2239 EMAIL: SClark2575@cfl.rr.com
January 21- 28, 2017… Beaver Creek, Colorado….Deluxe Condo… Florida Ski Council Party Trip! Price: $1,833 2 bedroom(4) and 1,767 3 bedroom(6) check discount $1,925 2 bedroom(4) and $1,855 3 bedroom(6) credit card per person double occupancy. Includes RT air to Denver, ground transfers, 2 FSC parties, on mountain lunch, ski race, 7 nights lodging at Kiva high end ski in-ski out condos, a short walk from the BC Village. Ski on legendary powder in a luxury resort with heated sidewalks & escalators! Designed to accommodate skiers of all abilities, come try it! Trip Leader: Terri-Lynn Smith 407/739-0440 EMAIL: tlynnsmith@cfl.rr.com Asst Trip Leader: Kathy Nemeth 407-963-3846 EMAIL: kathy.nemeth@earthlink.net
February 4 –11, 2017 …Telluride, CO… The Most Beautiful Place You Will Ever Ski and Party! Price: $1,593 2-bed(4), $1,558 3-bed(6), $1,978 1-bed(2) check discount per person, double occupancy. Includes RT air to Montrose, ground transfers, spectacular slope side condo units at Mountain Lodge, Pre-trip & Welcome Parties. Telluride is an authentic town with 8 block historic district lined w/colorful Victorian homes, elegant restaurant/boutiques & plenty of Old West saloons! A gondola links Mt Village to town. Trip Leader: Dale Ulmer 407-920-6582 EMAIL: dalerulmer@gmail.com Co-Trip Leader: Rhonda Ulmer 407-921-2656 EMAIL: rhondacpm@gmail.com
March 8–18, 2017…NYC; Niseko & Tokyo, Japan…Very unique FSC destination with great skiing! Price: TBD per person, double occupancy. Includes RT air & 2 nights in NYC; flt fr NYC to Japan; 5 nights at 4 star Niseko Hilton w/daily breakfast & 4 dinners in hotel; transfer to Tokyo for 2 nights in 4 star Keio Plaza w/bkfast; FSC Party & mt lunch. Trip Leader: John Smith 407/579-2794 EMAIL: jwsmith777@hotmail.com
March 18–25, 2017… Big Sky, Montana… Miz Moosie is back for another Magical Mindy Tour! Price: TBD per person double occupancy. Includes RT air into Bozeman, 7 nights lodging at Huntley, Shoshone or Village Center, ground transfers, pre-trip & Wine/Cheese Welcome parties. Ski Big Sky & Moonlight Basin for combined 5,750acres of expansive space with minimal lift lines, an all-time favorite destination for OSC! Trip Leader: Mindy Boehm 407/855-5256 EMAIL: mizmoosie@aol.com Ski Leader: Moose Boehm 407/855-5256 EMAIL: schusmoose@aol.com
Learn more at the kickoff event where you can talk to trip leaders and others that are interested on your trip of choice. 
DUBSDREAD GOLF CLUB click for Directions to Dubsdread
 
OSC ANNUAL SKI TRIP SALES KICK OFF Sunday, July 31, 2016 3:00pm-5:00PM
Appetizers & Cash Bar Provided ALL GUESTS WELCOME! 549 W Par St Orlando, FL
To be eligible for the trip credit drawings you must submit a 2016-17 Ski Trip Application and Deposit for a ski trip of your choice on or before July 31st.
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