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Indoor Rock Climbing/Zip Line

Saturday, May 1, 2010
Join the Morris County Ski Club for a night of indoor rock climbing and a 75’ zip line, 25’ over the gym floor at the DIAMOND ROCK GYM in EAST HANOVER, NJ on May 1st. Experience indoor rock climbing and bouldering in a fun and safe environment.

                       NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY

Our group will have a ratio of 5:1 student to instructor and a max of 25 participants.

Price for this is $25.00 per person for 1 1/2 hours.
The belaying class will give you the basic skills to climb at the gym, use equipment, climbing commands, knot tying, belay set up and belay and lowering techniques

DATE: MAY 1st at 6:00 to 7:30 pm
CLOTHING: SNEAKERS AND ATHLETIC WEAR
PLACE: Diamond Rock Gym      973-560-0413
183 RT 10 WEST, EAST HANOVER, NJ 07936
http://www.diamondgymnastics.com/rock_climbing

For more information contact Anthony Ricciardi at tonyricciardi@optonline.net or call me at 908-642-8428

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Ringwood Lake Hike

Saturday May 15, 2010
Join the Morris county Ski Club on a moderate 7 mile hike in Ringwood State Park on Saturday May 15, 2010. The hike will climb to the summit of Mount Defiance with panoramic views and pass several scenic ponds and include a trip to Skylands Manor and the NJ Botanical Gardens.

There is some climbing although the climbing is not very difficult. The hike should take about 4 ½ to 5 hours to complete including a lunch stop at the shore of Gataun pond and some time to explore the Botanical Gardens. We will meet at 10:15 AM at Shepherd Lake (see directions below). After the hike we will go to Prime 15 Steak House & Grill for food and drink.

Important Notes for the hike:
1. Hiking boots are preferable to sneakers as the trails may be a bit muddy.
2. Bring a daypack to carry extra clothing, sufficient water and your lunch.
3. You may want to bring a camera for the views
4. Trail Map and cue sheet will be provided at site, however if you have the NYNJTC Map #115 bring it.
5. There are restroom facilities at Shepherd Lake which should be open as well as facilities the Botanical Gardens.

For more information contact Paul Van Duyne (C) 201-396-3570 or by e-mail at p_vanduyne@yahoo.com, although advance sign-up is not required, if you plan to go please let Paul know. If the weather is questionable call 973-265-1100 ext. #330 to find out if the hike will still be held.

Directions to the hiking location from the Morristown area:
• Route 287 North to exit 55A
• Turn Right onto 511 North (Ringwood Avenue)
• Stay on Route 511 for 7.5 miles. (Ringwood Ave eventually becomes Greenwood Lake Turnpike)
• Turn Right onto Sloatsburg Road
• After 2.1 miles turn Right onto Morris Avenue
• After 1.3 miles turn Left onto Shepherd Lake Road
• Go 0.8 miles to Shepherd Lake and park in the upper lot.

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Spring Weekend Trip

May 21-23, 2010 Baltimore Maryland
Attractions: The Inner Harbor of Baltimore is one of the top tourist areas with many attractions. The most famous attraction is the National Aquarium. Additional Inner Harbor attractions include Maryland Science Center, the Baltimore Maritime Museum (3 historic ships), the Top of the World observation deck, and the Harborplace (a dinning, shopping complex). The Baltimore Sports Museum and Oriole Park at Camden Yards are a short walk away. The Power Plant Live district (a dining and entertainment district) is also a short walk away. You can take a water taxi to Fells Point to one of Baltimore’s oldest neighborhoods complete with historic buildings, neighborhood dining and drinking establishments. Finally you can also take a water taxi to Fort McHenry which defended the city during the War of 1812. These are only a few of the attractions which can keep you busy during your weekend.

Lodging: Renaissance Harborplace Hotel, located a few dozen steps from all the attractions of the Inner Harbor. The hotel is rated 4 diamonds by AAA. Among the amenities at the hotel are an indoor pool, a whirlpool and fitness center. Breakfast is not included but the hotel does have a café where you may purchase breakfast. There are also many places nearby where you can get breakfast. The hotel also has restaurant and bar. We will have a room for bike storage at the hotel.
Biking: There will be one organized bike ride planned. The distance will be about 25 to 30 miles for the ride. Even if you choose not to bicycle there are many other activities which can keep you busy.

Cost: Members cost is $215 per person, which includes 2 nights lodging and a Saturday group dinner up to April 1st. After April 1st the cost for members and guests to sign up will be $230.

Transportation: You are on your own in getting to Baltimore although car-pooling is recommended as parking is $26/day with in/out privileges. Once you arrive there should be no reason to drive until you decide to depart for home as you can walk or take the water taxi anywhere you want to go.

To sign up make check payable to Morris County Ski Club and bring to a meeting or mail to Paul Van Duyne 33 Twain Place, Clifton, NJ 07013. Questions call Paul at 201-396-3570 or e-mail at p_vanduyne@yahoo.com
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Broadway - Promises, Promises

Thursday, June 24th 2010
Promises, Promises tells the story of Chuck Baxter, a charming young employee at the Consolidated Life Insurance Company. In an effort to advance at the company, Chuck lends executives his apartment for their extramarital romantic trysts. But things become slightly complicated when Fran Kubelik, the object of Chuck’s affection, becomes the mistress of one of his executives. Starring Sean Hayes from Will and Grace and Kristen Chenoweth from Wicked.

When: 8:00 P.M., Thursday, June 24th 2010,
Where: Broadway Theatre, 681 Broadway, NYC
Cost: $90.00   Dinner will be on your own.

This is open to members until April 1st then non-members may purchase tickets. For information please contact Beth Malkin at bethmalkin@yahoo.com or she may be reached at (973) 729-9303.

Please make checks payable to the Morris County Ski Club (MCSC) for the full amount and either give to Beth Malkin at a meeting or mail to her at: 33 Rogers Lane, Sparta, New Jersey 07871.
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Kayaking on the Delaware River

Sunday July 25, 2010 9:45 AM
(Be on Time)
Join the Morris County Ski Club for a day of kayaking on the upper Delaware River. We will be meeting at the Cedar Rapids Rafting Base in Barryville, New York where we will be renting single kayaks. The trip length will be about 8 miles and the total time will be dependent upon the weather and water conditions that day. We will stop along the way for lunch, swimming and photography. We will finish our day at the Cedar Rapids bar/restaurant which overlooks the river.

Cost: $45 - Includes kayaks, paddles, life jackets, instruction, local transportation (courtesy of Cedar Rapids Rafting - www.cedarrapidsrafting.com 1-877-557-6158) and lots of fun.
The trip is open to anyone 21 or over.

You will need to bring
• Swim wear and a change of clothes. You will get wet.
• Old sneakers, river sandals, or water sneakers/shoes for kayaking. No flip flops, or open back shoes.
• Sunscreen and sunglasses.
• A small cooler containing your lunch packed in zip lock bags
• NO GLASS containers on the river,
• No previous kayak experience is necessary but you should be comfortable around water.

To sign up make a check payable to Morris County Ski Club for $45 and give to Paul Van Duyne or mail to Paul at 33 Twain Place, Clifton, NJ 07013 (201-396-3570). E-mail p_vanduyne@yahoo.com

Disclaimer
In consideration of my being permitted to participate in any Morris County Ski Club activities, I do hereby, for myself, for my heirs, executors and administrators waive, release, and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for property damage and/or personal injury which I may have or may occur to me against the Morris County Ski Club, any of their officers or members, arising out of traveling to, participating in, or returning from a Morris County Ski Club function. I have read and fully understand the Morris County Ski Club General Policies on Trips and Events as provided as an attachment to this application.

Directions from Morristown area
Route 287 North to exit 52 Route 23 North past High Point and into Port Jervis. At Port Jervis, take Route 6 West to 97N for 18 miles. Cedar Rapids is on the left hand side of Route 97.
An alternative is Route 80 West to Route 15 North. Take Route 15 North to Route 206 North across the Delaware River. In the town of Milford Pa turn right on to Route 209 North and take this Road to Route 97 in Port Jervis. Take Route 97 North to Cedar Rapids.

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TRAP SHOOTING

Saturday, July 10, 2010  10:30a,
Join the Morris County Ski club for a day of outdoor trap shooting at the THUNDER MOUNTAIN TRAP AND SKEET CLUB  in RINGWOOD, NJ on JULY 10th. Experience trap shooting in a safe and friendly environment where shooters of all abilities can enjoy it.

NO EXPERCIENCE NECESSARY
Our group will have one trapper (instructor per 10 people) to give us basic instruction on how to shoot and the rules of the game.

Price for this is $24.00 per person for 25 targets (one round).
Limited to 30 people sign up early!!!
Includes rental of gun
No license necessary

DATE: Sat. July 10th@ 10:30 am
CLOTHING: OUTDOOR WEAR
PLACE: Thunder Mountain Trap & Skeet
Mansion Road, Ringwood, NJ 07456    #: 973-962-6377

For more information contact Anthony Ricciardi 24 Wind Jammer Ln. Mt Arlington, NJ 07856, tonyricciardi@optonline.net or call me at
908-642-8428

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Yankee vs Tigers

Wednesday August 18, 2010
Join the Morris County Ski Club as we go to Yankee Stadium on Wednesday August 18th to see the New York Yankees play the Detroit Tigers. We have obtained GREAT SEATS at a discount for this game. Members will have access to these tickets through the June 8th MCSC meeting, after this date non members can attend.

Seats: Section 214B ~ Rows 16 and 17
Opponent: Detroit Tigers
Game Time: 7:05 PM (bus leaves at 4:00 sharp)
Price: $100
This is a “packaged event” Including:
Bus Transportation, Parking and Tolls.

For information please contact
Kim (KimCastellucci@yahoo.com) or
Andy (AndyModale@yahoo.com)
Day of event please call 732-319-1410
Actual View From Our Seats!

Bus Leaves from the RAMADA HOTEL -
130 Route 10 West - East Hanover, New Jersey 07936
phone:973.386.5622    www.ramadaeasthanover.com

Please make checks payable to the Morris County Ski Club (MCSC) for the full amount and either give them to Andy Modale or Kim Castellucci at a club meeting or mail them to Andy Modale – 25 Old Army Road Bernardsville, NJ 07924

Directions:
Take Rt.287 North or South to Rt.10 East.
Continue until you pass Novartis Pharmaceutical complex on the Right (just passed the intersection of Rt.10 and Ridgedale Avenue).
After this intersection and passing the complex, take the next jug handle (in front of Movie theatre) to cross over Rt.10 and go West.
You will see the Ramada on the Right shortly after the jug handle.
It is just after the Macaroni Grill and Chili's. For more detailed directions from other major highways, please go to the main website.

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