SKICOUSI SKI AND SNOWBOARD CLUB
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Email: info@skicousi.ca
Name: Pamela Maxwell
Position: President
Email: info@skicousi.ca
Brief Bio: After 20 years of convincing myself that I didn't miss skiing, Jan Stringer encouraged me to join Skicousi 5 years ago and I am forever grateful! The instructors have been fantastic, and the value of the lessons (financial and psychological) priceless. Winter Thursdays are now defined by a great day of skiing and socializing filled with endless laughs and memories in the making. What a great way to meet so many people that all share the love of the outdoors. I am very excited to be on the Skicousi Board. I will now be able to give something back to such a supportive and welcoming group of skiers/boarders.
Name: Lorie Ring
Position: Vice President
Email: info@skicousi.ca
Brief Bio: Three years ago I came out to a couple of Skicousi days as a guest and I fell in love with it. I have only been a member for two years but knew that this was an organization that I wanted to give back to. The executive, the ski school, and the parties are absolutely fabulous. I look forward to every Thursday that Skicousi is out at the private clubs all winter long, and I really look forward to being your new Vice President.
Name: Darlene Macartney
Position: Secretary
Email: info@skicousi.ca
Brief Bio: I have been working on the Skicousi Executive for about 6 years. As I am serving my final year as past president and with the resignation of our secretary, Liz Preston (by the way over 30 years of service), I decided to try my hand as secretary. I am happy to continue working with this amazing group of volunteers who are on our executive. Skicousi has been a perfect fit for my current lifestyle allowing me to ski with friends while also developing my skiing and teaching skills with our Snow School. I am looking forward to another great season.
Name: Irmgard Steinisch
Position: Treasurer
Email: info@skicousi.ca
Brief Bio: I recently retired so that I have finally more time for my hobbies. I intend to enjoy all Skicousi has to offer in the coming season. In taking on the position of treasurer I hope to contribute to the longevity and continued vitality of this club I have much enjoyed for more than 15 years. Let it snow!
Name: Christine Eades
Position: Snow School Director
Email: snowschooldirector@skicousi.ca
Brief Bio: I am looking forward to my new role as the Snow School Director for Skicousi. I come to Skicousi as a lifetime member of the Caledon Ski Club where I am currently coaching both Adults and Children. I’m passionate about skiing and love to share that passion with others. In the off season, I can be found honing my golf skills at the Devils Pulpit.
Name: Penny DeCarlo
Position: Lift Ticket Sales
Email: info@skicousi.ca
Brief Bio: I became a member of Skicousi over 20 years ago. It was one of the best decisions I ever made. The club has given me so many enjoyable days of skiing, wonderful friendships and many memories I will always treasure. I am really happy to be able to give back to this very special group by organizing the volunteer ticket sellers.
Name: Jan Stringer
Position: Membership
Email: membership@skicousi.ca
Brief Bio: I joined Skicousi about 20 yrs ago. I had only been skiing for two years when I heard about the club and decided to join. I enrolled in the lesson program and I am still taking the lessons today. I find that if the weather is not too good knowing I have a lesson makes me go out. I have met some really great people and made quite a few friends. I was asked to be Vice President in my third year and served two years as Vice and two years as President then took over the Membership which I am still doing. It's a big job but I enjoy doing it and it keeps me busy. Serving on the executive has allowed me to get to know lots of people who volunteer their time to make Skicousi the great Club that it is.
Name: Laura Smith
Position: Social (1)
Brief Bio: Going into my third season, I am delighted to join the Skicousi Executive! After sixteen years of not skiing, while raising my two daughters, I have thoroughly enjoyed my first two winters getting back on the slopes. Skicousi has enabled me to not only enjoy skiing again, but has provided me with better skills with the weekly lessons! The ski bus is the best way to travel to and from the five great clubs! I have had the pleasure of getting to know so many wonderful people through skiing on Thursdays and our recent trip to Italy! What a super way to embrace winter!
Barb and I look forward to being a part of the Executive and helping to enhance everyone's ski experience!
We welcome any social ideas that you might have! 🥳
Name: Barb Anderson
Position: Social (2)
Brief Bio: When I was 7 years old my parents started our whole family skiing in a little club down near Peterborough, Ontario. It was wood skis, bear trap bindings and lace up boots. Luckily, we spent several years living in and near the Rockies, hence, my lifetime love of skiing. With the kids and my career trying to interrupt my sport I begged to trade kids with people so I could even get a day alone skiing! Fast forward many decades and I finally have found a group of like minded individuals. I am now semi-retired I have time to enjoy Skicousi along with old friends and new. Looking forward to partnering with Laura planning social events for the upcoming ski season.
Name: Karryn Karrys
Position: Advertising & Promotion
Brief Bio: 'There is no bad weather, just bad clothing’ is my mantra in the winter and I’ve been saying it for years. Winter can be long and depressing for some. But for those who embrace the great outdoors, it’s another story altogether.
Skiing has been a big part of my life since my twenties when I accepted a contract to ski instruct in Australia, not Austria. Living in the mountains also afforded me the opportunity to compete in freestyle skiing events for several years. I eventually moved back to Canada and raised two snowboard instructors. At one time all three of us taught at Caledon Ski Club. During the 80’s I instructed for several years with Skicousi before going back to work full time.
Now in retirement I am blessed to have more time to ski, still on original parts I might add, and socialize with a great bunch of energetic, fun-loving ski and snowboard enthusiasts. Thursday’s in January and February are reserved for Skicousi - no matter what the weather!
Name: Joanne MacNair
Position: Digital Communications
Brief Bio: I joined Skicousi 7 years ago. I grew up in Dorval, Québec, skiing the Laurentians and Eastern Townships. Our family rented a cottage on Lac Ouimet and we were members of Gray Rocks; the best ski school in the Laurentians, best snow, well-known for its fabulous ski weeks and Inn (long before Tremblant was bought out by Intrawest, now Vail). Previously I was a member of the High Park Ski Club for over 20 years and went on many trips. I joined Skicousi after I moved back to Oakville/Mississauga. The bus is the best way to travel and I love ski classes. The instructors are fabulous! Both are a great way to meet new people.
As the “Digital Communications” liaison, I will be updating the Skicousi website during the year to let you know about upcoming Skicousi events. Contact me if you have any suggestions to improve the Skicousi website.
Happy Trails!
Name: Cindy DiCarlo
Position: Ellicottville Coordinator
Brief Bio: I have been a member of this fabulous club for a very long time, I think it was the 80's and I was looking to do something nice for myself. Well I still am. During this time I have been Vice President; President; Past President. I am currently the weekend Trip Organizer for Ellicottville, N.Y. as well as on the Nominating Committee. Couldn`t be happier to give back to such a fun, interesting group.
Name: Lucy Langstaff
Position: Trip Coordinator - Sun Peaks, British Columbia
Brief Bio: When I joined Skicousi 15 years ago, I was skiing at a beginner level. Every year I take the ski lessons that are offered by the professional Skicousi instructors. Through the years my confidence has soared and I am now skiing the more difficult ski hills at the private clubs that we visit on our weekly ski days. I have especially enjoyed going on the long trips with Skicousi members. The skiing in Italy, France, Aspen, Telluride and Big White was fabulous but the friendships we formed have been the best part of the ski trips. In 2019, I coordinated the trip to Pragelato Italy. There were 34 people on that trip who enjoyed skiing the Italian Alps.
In 2020, I coordinated the Sun Peaks trip.
Name: Karen Bollinger
Position: Trip Coordinator (2)
Brief Bio: Although I didn't start skiing until my mid 30's, it's become a very important part of my life for many reasons. It's a great way to be outdoors in the winter, it's great exercise, it's exciting, and most of all it's a very social sport. Through Skicousi, I've met many new friends. I look forward to Thursdays and seeing everyone's smiling face as we head out to ski. Having been a Skicousi member for the past 8 seasons I can't say enough about how it's boosted my confidence and skills as a skier. The lessons are second to none, the best I've ever had. Looking forward to being a Trip Coordinator this season along with Lucy Langstaff and having a tonne of fun!
Name: Donna Walczyk
Position: Nominating Committee
Brief Bio: I began skiing later in life and flash-forward 22 years later and I am CSIA Certified and have checked Heli-Skiing off my bucket list. Apart from a lot of self-determination, the only reason why I have become the skier that I am today is because of Skicousi Ski School. Although downhill skiing is an individual sport, skiing with Skicousi has made my experience anything but individual. I have forged lifelong friendships that expand far greater than our shared adoration of the sport and I am continuously meeting new people through our club. I have been on the Board of Directors for 18 years serving in different positions. If you are a beginner skier or a seasoned veteran looking for some diversity, Skicousi is a fantastic way to satisfy your love of skiing. Take it from me you are never too old to try something new!
Name: Cindy DiCarlo
Position: Nominating Committee
Brief Bio: I have been a member of this fabulous club for a very long time, I think it was the 80's and I was looking to do something nice for myself. Well I still am. During this time I have been Past President and Vice President. I am currently the weekend Trip Organizer for Ellicottville, N.Y. as well as on the Nominating Committee. Couldn't be happier to give back to such a fun, interesting group.
We'd like you to meet the team of talented people behind the scenes. They contribute their time as volunteers to enhance your experience with the Skicousi Club. Let's thank them.
Bus Transportation: Pat Gerber see Bus Transportation
Graphics: Nicole Bresseau
Constant Contact Email Blasts: Mary Fenn-Dunbar
Brochures & Print materials: Angie Molezzi - Creative Designer - Business Development Advertising and Marketing Department at Halton Healthcare Services.
Photography on the ski hill: Carol Budd, Karryn Karrys (looking for new volunteers with good camera skills)
Facebook: Deb Woods
Instagram #skicousipix: Karryn Karrys
