Chittenden Swimming practice cancelled 3/23/24

 With the Winter Storm Advisory, we are cancelling swim practice for Saturday 3/23/24. Thanks, Dave

2024 Special Olympics Vermont Ski and Snowboard Competition March 14 - March 16

We are excited to be hosting the 2024 Winter Games Alpine Skiing and Snowboarding Competition on Friday, March 15th! 

Please find the Event Guide here: CLICK HERE - Event Guide

The competition will be held at The Hermitage Club (at Haystack Mountain) - 183 Gatehouse Trl, Wilmington, VT 05363

Overnight accommodations will be provided at Potash Hill - 2582 South Road, Marlboro, VT 05344

Required Hermitage Club WAIVER form: CLICK HERE - GUEST WAIVER RELEASE

Waivers are required for anyone attending Hermitage Club. Unfortunately, despite my requests, they are not able to produce a “hard copy” waiver. The online waiver can be found here: https://my.1risk.net/1waiverKioskv2/sign?a=aHR0cHM6Ly9teS4xcmlzay5uZXQvaGVybWl0YWdlYXBpfDNjYzgwMzhlOTVmMjQxYmQ4NWU0ZDcwMzAwMDQxMTU1fDc

 

Anyone who is legally able to sign for themselves or will have a guardian on-site will be able to sign the waiver at the Hermitage Club during arrivals/check-in. Anyone who cannot sign for themselves and will *not* have a guardian with them will need to get the waiver completed in advance.

Remaining KEY Volunteer Opportunities:

• Alpine Jury (min 4 desired, representing multiple delegations)
• Finish Announcer
• Finish Referee
• Finish Score Board Manager
• Gate Judges (5 spots remaining)
• Start Area Marshall
• Starter/Start Referee
• Electronic Timing operator

 Volunteer sign-up page

 

Draft Schedule:

Thursday, March 14

• 12:00pm – 4:00pm Potash Hill opens for SOVT-registered delegates to check-in to overnight accommodations
• 12:00pm – 4:00pm: Hermitage Club opens for SOVT-registered delegates to free-ski and get familiar with the venue
• 4:30pm – 6:00pm: Delegation check-in at Hermitage Club
• 6:00pm – 6:30pm: Delegation line-up for Opening Ceremonies at Hermitage Club
• 6:30pm – 7:15pm: Opening Ceremonies at Hermitage Club
• 7:15pm (Following Opening Ceremonies): Depart for Potash Hill for those staying overnight
• 7:00pm – 8:30pm: Arrivals at Potash Hill (overnight housing accommodations in Marlboro, VT) for those staying overnight, Delegation check-in for later arriving programs also available.

 Friday, March 15

• 6:00am – 9:00am: Volunteer meeting/orientation, Course Setting and Inspections at Hermitage Club
• 6:00am – 8:30am: Continental Breakfast at Hermitage Club for registered delegates or those family members and spectators who have paid the per-person fee. Athletes may store gear in the Snowsports Lunchroom in the Gavett Center.
• 8:00am – Coaches Meeting
• 9:00am – Races Start
• Rocker – Adv GS
• Haymaker – Intermediate Slalom
• Blue Sky – Novice Slalom
• 10:30am - Races Continue
• Rocker – Intermediate GS
• Haymaker – Advanced Slalom
• Fannie Hill – Novice GS
• 11:30am – 1:00pm: Athletes break for lunch: Pre-Made Sandwiches, 2 Soup Options (one GF & Vegan) available for registered delegates or those family members and spectators who have paid the per-person fee.
• Rocker Course Reset to Super G
• Fannie Hill (or Haymaker) Course Reset to Super G
• 1:00pm
• Rocker - Intermediate & Advanced Super G
• Fannie Hill (or Haymaker) Novice Super G
• 3:00pm: Race Course Breakdown, Scoring and Awards Calculations
• 4:00pm-end of Awards: Awards Ceremony (we will begin sooner if we are able!)
• End of Awards - 7:00pm: Delegation downtime, travel to Potash Hill (or departure for those NOT joining for dinner/dance or overnight accommodation)
• 7:00pm – 8:30pm: Dinner and dance!

 Saturday, March 16

• Athlete/Delegation departures by 10:00am ß Chittenden depart by 9:00 AM
• SOVT clean-up and pack out by 12:00pm

 

Meals Information:

Thursday dinner options:

• Thanks to a generous sponsorship from Rally 2 Give, the cost of Thursday evening dinner at the Hermitage Club will be covered for all registered delegates! This buffet dinner will be open from 4:30pm-6pm ahead of Athlete line up and Opening Ceremonies!

Friday meal options:

• Outside food is not permitted at the Hermitage Club on Friday
• Continental breakfast and soup/sandwich lunch are provided to registered delegates and to those who pay the per-person fee. 
• Continental Breakfast will be available: 7am – 10am 
• Location: Stone Room 
• Fruit Salad, Banana’s, Apples, Yogurt, Coffee, Pastries, Bagels
• Lunch will be available: 11:30am – 1:30pm
• Mini Salad Bar
• Choice of Pre-Made Sandwich

• Turkey and Cheese on Sliced Bread, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickle, on the side

• Ham and Cheese on Sliced Bread, L,T,O,P, on the side

• PB&J on Sliced Bread

• Choice of Soup

• 1 Vegan Option

• 1 Heartier Option

• Athletes/Delegations are encouraged to bring additional food if there are concerns about having enough - particularly for breakfast. Each dorm at Potash Hill has a common kitchen space with a refrigerator so delegates can eat breakfast prior to leaving for Hermitage Club on Friday morning.
• Athletes and Families can additionally purchase hot foods, bottled drinks and pre-packaged items from the Hermitage Club food venue at an additional cost, paid by athlete or family via credit card. (Hermitage Club is a Cash Free Club).
• Friday evening dinner and dance at Potash Hill can accommodate more people than overnight guests. Registered delegates will be prioritized before opening to parents/additional guests. There is no anticipated fee for registered delegates, fee for non-registered guests by donation.
• Menu expected to include BBQ fare including chicken (available without maple BBQ sauce by request) and veggie burgers along with sides. Please indicate dietary restrictions in registration. Efforts have been made to ensure at least one option available to accommodate vegetarian and gluten-free diets. We cannot guarantee all dietary restrictions can be accommodated.

Saturday meal options:

• A light breakfast and coffee will be available at Potash Hill for Saturday morning departures. Expected offerings include: a muffin, a piece of fruit, a water bottle, and a cup of coffee.
• Athletes/Delegations are encouraged to bring additional food if there are concerns about having enough - particularly for breakfast. Each dorm at Potash Hill has a common kitchen space with a refrigerator so delegates can eat breakfast prior to departures.

 

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