Hi Everyone,
We are going to have fun in the snow for lessons, YAHOO!

Cross Country Beginner Ski Outdoor session details:
When:    Saturday, Jan 12, 2019, 9am to 11:30am & optional after-lunch ski tour, 1-1.5 hrs
Where:   Sandia Mts Ellis Trailhead
Who:      NM Cross Country Ski Club Members
Carpool: Meet at SW corner of Smith's at the intersection of Tramway & Central Ave SE
               Arrive 8:20am, cars will leave parking lot at 8:30am.
               Look for a Blue Explorer.

Bring: Equipment (Skis, poles, boots on or in a bag)
           Have clothing layers, it could be windy, an extra layer can be kept in the car
           Snacks and/or Lunch, Water (extra: Thermos if you want something hot later)
           $3 for forest service use fee per car- If carpooling you might offer a $1or $2 to help out.
           Bathrooms are open but bring tissue just in case, (government shutdown)

Many of these items can be left in a pack/bag in the car at the trailhead parking lot. 
You will be close by if you need something.

SKI RENTALS:
Skis can be rented from Sports Systems near the intersection of Louisiana and Montgomery NE.
If you can get on KAFB you can rent equipment from the Air Force Outdoor Recreation dept.
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REMEMBER:
Practice putting on and taking off your skis on a rug in the house.
Also practice getting up from the ground with skis on as if from a fall.
It is best to practice inside where it is warm. 
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Here is a link to check out the conditions near Doc Long's picnic area or Gordon's house.

The Crest road is in pretty good shape. In the morning there might be a few patches of ice.
There is a lot of pavement showing. In the afternoon it might be a bit slushy. 

People will have a choice if that want to stay for the afternoon optional tour
or leave after the morning lesson.  We will carpool accordingly.

If you have any questions or concerns please e-mail me or call me, 505-980-2703.
Come with the attitude to just have fun. It will be a beautiful day in the mountains.

Ruth Bargman-Romero,
Instruction Chair