The Green Mountain Valley School, Mt. Hood Summer Ski camp is headed up by Adam Julius and has been an integral part of ski racing development for many years. Through this two week camp young skiers are given the opportunity to further their skiing ability's, make lifelong friends, and have an amazing experience. Please, join us on this blog as we update you constantly on your child's adventures. Be sure to look out for the latest photos, news, and occasional videos. Enjoy!

Friday, June 24, 2011

GMVS Mt Hood JR Devo camp Begins in 2 days!!

I have put some reminders in bullet points below:

Please e-mail me or call anytime if you have any questions.


802-793-1745

ajulius@gmvs.org



* Vans leave GMVS at 7:15am (be there no later then 7 for loading at the art center)

* If you are meeting us at Manchester (MHT) be at the airport at 10:15am

* Make sure you go over packing list again

* I have attached our camp schedule. I will send out rooming list Sunday evening.

* Please remember we want the kids to have the best experience possible and my experience with this camp is communication home is important but needs to be limited. At most once a day, at best every few days. This really does keep homesickness at bay and encourages kids to make new friends and not feel isolated. We do allow cell phones but never on the hill or at dryland.

We discourage bringing computers.

* We are really excited to work with you kids; they are going to have the time of their lives!!


Here are a few things your kids should all remember!


What to bring and packing hints:


Keep it light and simple. If you can't carry it yourself, don't pack it (the airline will charge for heavy bags or too many bags, you are allowed 2 checked bags each weighing 50 pounds, campers will be responsible for any extra charges). You need a ski bag (which can be stuffed with clothes), one large cargo bag and one back pack. Your back pack will be used as a carry-on bag. This pack will serve as your camp back pack for the entire two weeks. Ski boots should be packed in your travel bags or carried on the plane. Try not to duplicate your clothes, except for items like socks, underwear, t-shirts, shorts. Please be reasonable and bring only what you can comfortably carry. The weather in town is typically summer-like, so bring summer sport clothing for afternoon activities. Ski clothing should be fairly lightweight and roomy enough to allow for extra layers underneath when necessary. It is typically cold in the early morning up on the hill, like winter, but then warms up as the day progresses. Keep in mind that we have laundry machines in each house so pack accordingly.

What to Bring:

1 pair GS skis and 1 pair of SL skis (you will be able to test ski and boots more info on this to come)

GS Suit
ski boots
poles (GS and SL)
ski helmet

Back Protector
SL gear (shin/face guards
back pack
water bottle (camel back)
sunglasses
goggles
sun block
lip balm
running shoes / (dryland workout clothes)
small tuning kit (file guide, file, stone, small amount of wax, scraper)
spring jacket
wind jacket
warm-ups
bathing suit
camera
spring gloves/2 pr.
bike helmet
towel - toiletries
fleece
sweatshirt
summer clothes
Tevas/Flip Flops



Spending Money:

The only things you will need to spend money on are snacks, souvenirs, movies, ice cream, ski equipment you may want to buy...

Laptop computers; There is no need for campers to bring laptop computer including:

(I pads and the like)

Cell phone/computer policy; We do allow campers to bring cell phones, but we will strictly monitor their use. We believe athletes can the most out of their experience by using phones as little as possible.

Cell phones may not be used during any training activities, including ski training, dryland training or off day activities. We will give athletes some time in the early evening to touch base with parents and friends

Phone Card:
We suggest that each camper have a phone card or calling card number. Each house we are staying in has a phone and we do encourage campers to phone home,
however if they call direct we are charged a $15.00 service charge plus the call. Please send your child prepared to call home at your expense.

Again, please feel free to call if you have any questions: 802-793-1745

or e-mail us at ajulius@gmvs.org

Enjoy the remainder of spring and we look forward to seeing you very soon.

Sincerely,
Adam

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