REGISTRATION FOR THE ALPINE SKI AND SNOWBOARD PROGRAM IS OPEN FROM NOV 13th, 2023 UNTIL DEC 16th, 2023.
PLEASE SIGN UP IN TIME
THIS IS A MULTI-STEP PROCESS and must be completed by December 16
STEP 1 - Register for the Ski and Snowboard Program through Thetford Rec below. Required for all participants and volunteers.
STEP 2 - Register with the Dartmouth Skiway online here for the “Thetford Rec Ski Program” (participants), and for “Thetford Rec Volunteers” (adult helpers). Required for all participants and volunteers (regardless of season pass status). This step requires logging into the Dartmouth Skiway page, adding these registrations to the cart (Free), and checking out successfully. If needed, this is also where you can secure and pay for rental equipment.
DATES:
- January 3 at 7pm - Zoom meeting for participants and volunteers
- January 7 at 9am - Optional on-hill lesson w/ Skiway Instructor for new On-Hill Leaders and Assistants
- Ski Fridays: 1/12, 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16 (make up days 2/23, 3/8)
LOCATION:
Dartmouth Skiway
39 Grafton Turnpike Rd
Lyme Center, NH 03769
TRANSPORTATION:
All TES Students will be dismissed at 12:00. All Ski Friday program participants grades K-6 will have the option to take a bus from TES to the Skiway (the buses do not provide return transportation). Those taking alternate transportation (e.g. ride from parents) should arrive at the Skiway by 12:30. Program ends at 4:00pm, and all participants must be checked out with their group leader and picked up at the Skiway at 4:00.
FIRST-TIME SKIERS and KINDERGARTENERS: A parent must be present for the first three sessions for all kindergarten participants regardless of experience level and all first-time skiers/riders grades 1-6 (Jan 12, 19, 26). No exceptions.
TASP IS OFFERING AN AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM for students who do not participate in the ski program. TASP will run from 12 PM to 3 PM. This program is available to students and families who choose to enroll in it. Please note that there will be a fee associated with enrolling in the after-school program, specifically $20 per day per child. If this is the option that you and your family choose please note bussing will be provided. Refer to the email sent from caitlin.toleno@oesu.org on 10/24/23 and/or contact TASP for more info.
THIS PROGRAM WOULD NOT BE POSSIBLE WITHOUT VOLUNTEERS! The success of this program relies on lots of volunteers. Can’t ski or ride, that’s OK! There is a volunteer role for you! See below for more information.
VOLUNTEER ROLES
On-Foot Helpers - For those new to skiing or riding, but want to help. We can definitely use on-hill support from those on foot!
On-Hill Group Leaders - The group leaders are confident skiers/riders who are the primary point of contact for a group of 3-8 skiers/riders, will represent Thetford Rec in a positive way, and will ensure safe, kind and responsible behavior of their group while at the Skiway.
On-Hill Assistant Group Leaders - Supports the group leaders, helps keep kids together, having fun and being safe.
On-Hill Substitutes - Those who can provide occasional on-hill support but may not be able to commit to all Ski days.
Lodge Parents - Lodge parents provide vital logistical support which ensures group leaders and assistants can spend more time out on the slopes with their groups. Some tasks include: managing attendance, setting up and clearing lodge tables, sign in sheets, lost-and-found, facilitating day-of communication with the school and parents as needed, helping students who may need a break while their group remains on the hill, etc.