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FEBRUARY 7 - 13, 2014
By Jann Wiswall
Calendar of Events
The staffs at Holiday Valley and HoliMont know that everyone has different needs when they come to visit these remarkable ski areas. No matter your gender, age, skill level or ability, these resorts pull out all the stops to offer activities, events and training programs that cater to all audiences. Over the next several weeks, women have the opportunity learn from one of the greatest female ski instructors in the U.S. at Holiday Valley. Men are invited to enjoy a day of guys being guys at HoliMont. Kids of all ages can watch or participate in numerous ski and snowboard competitions. People with disabilities can participate in snowsports at both venues. And everyone of every stripe can make a difference in the lives of others by participating in some very meaningful fundraising events.
February 7-8 AMSOIL Seneca Allegany Snocross February 8 Phoenix “Rise to the Challenge” Race HoliMont February 9 Aspire’s Ski the Valley Holiday Valley February 9 USASA Snowboard Race HoliMont February 10-11 Your Turn Women’s Ski Clinic - Holiday Valley February 14 Rotary Ski Day HoliMont
For the Women February 15 Boarding for Breast Cancer Holiday Valley February 15 Moonlight Snowshoe Tour Griffis Sculpture Park
Ellicottville Provides Opportunities to Learn at Every Turn
February 16 Art Roscoe Loppet Allegany State Park February 22 Penguin Paddle Holiday Valley March 6 Ski Day for United Way HoliMont
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On Monday and Tuesday, Feb. 10-11, Lisa Densmore, a widely acclaimed coach, instructor and ski racer, is returning to Holiday Valley to teach her Your Turn” Women’s Ski Clinic for intermediate and advanced-level women skiers. The clinic divides participants into ability levels to gain from Densmore’s extensive experience, with the assistance of several of Holiday Valley’s finest women instructors. It’s a real opportunity to learn from the best and take your skiing to the next level. The clinic is limited to 28 participants and costs $290 for the two days of coaching, demo equipment, breakfasts, lunches and Monday evening dinner. For information, visit www. holidayvalley.com. HoliMont’s annual Ladies’ Day is scheduled for Feb. 28 when female members are able to invite friends to share in a day of skiing and socializing. This year’s theme is “Rhinestone Cowgirl,” sure to bring in a mix of western-themed activities, See Learn at Every Turn page 5
Kids Won’t be Bored this February Break Skiing, Boarding, Sleigh Rides, Art Camps, Tubing, Skating and More By Alicia Dziak
The February school break is only a week away. Don’t succumb to cabin fever and head to one of the many fabulous local spots to entertain yourself and your kids. The slopes of Holiday Valley and HoliMont
are beckoning skiers and snowboarders. During the break, HoliMont, open to the public Monday through Friday, offers a variety of kid-friendly activities, games and contests to spice up your day on the hill. Pack a picnic lunch, or purchase some goodies in the lodge, aand make a day of it. For more information, visit www.holimont.com. w Over at Holiday Valley, younger visitors can ccheck out the new Riglet park, a special area ffor teaching kids ages 3-5 to board. Kids ages 33-12 will also have a blast in the Mountain Adventures Ski and Snowboard Program, A ccombining lessons, safety instruction and lots oof fun! Various packages and activities are aavailable, including a “Clan Hunt” in which kids eexplore the resort with their instructor in search oof the secret Indian Clans, and then head to a See February Break page 9
Ken Brown 700 Club Fundraiser March 1 By Mary Fox
Skiers and non-skiers alike are invited to join the Ken Brown 700 Club Fundraising Party at Holiday Valley’s Yodeler Shelter on Saturday, March 1.
The 700 Club was renamed last year to the Ken Brown 700 Club to honor its founder Ken Brown, who was always looking for ways to get people together and enjoy a good time. In 2000, Ken found 10 skiers, including him, who turned 70 that year— hence, the 700 Club. Each skier put in $50 to sponsor a party to raise funds for local charitable organizations. To date, over $40,000 has been raised and donated by the club to over a dozen causes. To the original 10, over 40 new members have been added and membership is expected to reach well over 50 this year. “Skiers 70 or over are welcome to join the Ken Brown 700 Club for a $50 donation. Anyone wishing to donate to the club, but does not qualify for membership due to age (70 or over), may become an associate member for $25 or more,” said Dave Jones, a steering committee member. See Ken Brown page 10
March 7 Tele-Fest HoliMont March 7 Celtic Thunder Fundraiser Ellicottville Town Center March 8-9 Mardi Gras & Winter Carnival Ellicottville • Holiday Valley
HoliMont Hosts Phoenix Race Feb. 8 By Eva Potter
Each year, HoliMont’s Phoenix Adaptive Program hosts the international “Rise to the Challenge” Race and Awareness Day, celebrating youth, the spirit of learning and the desire to achieve even when physical disabilities make accomplishment a more difficult challenge.
The event is open to the public and takes place this Saturday, Feb. 8, beginning at 9 a.m. Last year, more than 70 athletes took to the slopes including those on skis, sit-skis, snowboards, as well as those who wove their way down the course with the assistance of seeing aides. Racers came from
around the U.S. and Canada to compete. This year, Chuck Richardson, founder of HoliMont’s Phoenix Adaptive Program and race organizer, said they’re “running close to 80” participants. He added, “We’ve got some Wounded Warriors coming, See HoliMont Race page 2
Do Your Heart a Favor February is American Heart Disease Awareness Month By Jann Wiswall
It’s been a month since many of us made our New Year’s resolutions. If your resolutions had anything to do with losing weight, eating healthier foods or getting more exercise, let this February’s American Heart Disease Awareness Month remind you why these particular resolutions are a great idea on many levels. They’re the best things you
can do to help prevent heart disease, not to mention a myriad of other health issues. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the most common type of heart disease in the United States is coronary heart disease (also called coronary artery disease or cardiovascular disease), which occurs when plaque builds up in the arteries that supply blood to the heart.
Coronary heart disease can cause heart attack, angina, heart failure and arrhythmias (irregular heart rhythms). Each year, says the CDC, about 715,000 Americans have a heart attack, and some 600,000 people die from heart disease — that’s one out of every four deaths. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for both See Heart Awareness page 10
Alianello Engineering Firm Names Two Partners By Jann Wiswall
Mark Alianello, principal of MDA Consulting Engineers, has announced the addition of two new partners in his firm, and he couldn’t be more proud. His son, Jake Alianello, and Jake’s best friend from college, Caleb Henning, are now part owners and are positioned to keep the business running well into the future. “I’ve never had partners before,” Mark said, “but I want the business to live on and continue See MDA Engineering page 9