The Vancouver Island Society for Adaptive Snow Sports (VISAS) Presents
THE 2013 WINTER SNOWSPORTS FESTIVAL MOUNT WASHINGTON
6th – 10th JANUARY 2013
Anyone in the Province of BC that has a physical or mental disability and wants to learn how to ski or board (Alpine or Nordic/Cross Country) is invited to attend our Learn to Ski Week Winter Snowsports Festival 6 –10 January 2013. If you are already an experienced boarder or skier, then join our Festival Ski Improvement program (SKIMP).
We offer at no cost to you:
- Four days of skiing/boarding instruction by our Nationally Certified Volunteer Instructors
- Four day lift pass
- All skiing/boarding equipment (skis, boards, boots, poles, helmets) including specialized adaptive equipment to suit your disability
- Daily Bus transportation to and from Courtenay to Mt Washington
- Two Gala banquets
- Final Day “Fun Race", and
- A GOOD TIME!
You are responsible for:
- Membership in the Disabled Skiers Association of BC (DSABC) $45. www.disabledskiingbc.com
- Accommodation in Courtenay if from out of town. (If your application is accepted we will provide you with a list of reasonable priced accommodations)
- Suitable clothing for Snowsport activities.
- If financial hardship would prevent you from attending the festival some assistance is available, please contact Rose for further info.
We can only handle 35 students so, if you want in on this wonderful offer, please apply early.
Deadline 13 December 2012
Questions? Call Rose (250) 339-7035 or Email: rosekerr@telus.net
