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• GGRSC FRIDAY Travel Golf Adventures -- Whitefish Lake Golf Course -- Pierson, MI (CHANGE OF DAY DUE TO BETTER GOLF WEATHER)

  • When
    09/30/2022
  •  
    11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Different Location Each Week

  
  

   Hi to all the GGRSC traveling golfers and friends:   

  Golf , Making New Friends, and Socializing is the GGRSC Style

        FORE  ON WHITEFISH LAKE GOLF COURSE !  Due to better weather forecasts and conditions, we are moving the golf day this week to Friday !

  On Friday September 30, 2022 the GGRSC golfers and friends will be heading north to play at The Whitefish Golf Course in Pierson, Michigan.  The weather has turned to fall so find your warmer golf clothes and join us for some fun north of here.  This may be the last time you can play Whitefish as it is with 18 holes.  Word is that part of the course will become a RV recreational park with many options for fun but they would only have 9 holes of golf. 

  Address:   2241 Bass Lake Rd. Pierson, Michigan 49339   

  course phone:  616-636-5260  

  Directions:  US - 131 North to exit 114 toward Pierson.  Turn left onto W. Cannonsville Rd.  Take the 2nd left onto Co Rd 605/ Bass Lake Rd.  The Whitefish Lake Golf Course and Grill will be on the right.

  Our five tee times are at :     11:00   11:09    11:18  11:27  11:36

  The senior rate ( 60 +)   is $ 30.00 for 18 holes and a cart.  

  $ 18.00 for 9 holes and a cart.

  The adult rate is $ 33.00 for 18 holes and a cart.  $ 22.00 for 9 holes and a cart. 

    Please email   shirleyjnevins@gmail.com or call 616-361-8390 at home or 616-340-8586 on cell to reserve your spot.

  Please inform Shirley of your intentions to play by Thursday 7:00 PM so we can make tee time adjustments if needed.

  Let her know how many holes you are playing — 9 or 18 !

  After golf :  Join us for refreshments, late lunch, and socializing at the Village Inn Bar and Grill  in Pierson.  10 N 4th St. Pierson, MI 49339.  Phone:  (616) 636-4444

  Hope to see you Monday !!

  Thanks,

  Shirley

              2022 GGRSC Golf Flyer for newsletter website PDF.pdf

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• Saturday "TGIF" @The Kicks of Bowen Lake -- October 1, 2022

  • When
    10/01/2022
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    3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    The Kicks of Bowen Lake, 14600 Lincoln Lake Rd, Gowen, 49326
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  • Registered
    11 registrants

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  The Kicks of Bowen Lake features “ Foot Golf” , “ Human Foosball”, an indoor and outdoor social area with live music, full bar, and handheld food options. For those who want to try the “ Foot Golf”, arrive at 3:00 to group into teams to play a 9 hole walking foot golf course complete with scorecard.  The cost to play is $ 12 or possibly $ 10 if we have enough participants.  Be sure to wear tennis shoes or solid walking shoes for playing the games. The live music starts at 6:00.  You can even order drinks and snacks to take with you on the course by pulling a wheeled cooler for your team.  The musician is up and coming  Porter Kenyon, a 19 year old song writer and pop rock artist from Cedar Springs.  Come and play a new sport in the area, try Human Foosball, enjoy social time, eat, drink, and be merry !  Meet new friends and try something new at a unique place !
  

  
  

  The venue at Kicks can accommodate up to 35 ski club members in addition to local fans of the place.  So Please RSVP by registering on our website at www.ggrsc.org  It will be helpful to know how many plan to give this game a try and also to let the bar and restaurant know our apporximate number of attendees. 

  
  

   See the Kicks of Bowen Lake — GOOGLE IT  for more information.   

   (Information and videos)     HOME | Mysite https://www.the-kicks.com 

  WHEN:  Saturday 10/1/2022
  

  WHERE:  The Kicks of Bowen Lake 14600 Lincoln Lake Rd.  Gowen, MI 49326

  AGENDA:  3:00 - 5:00 Foot Golf  - form groups and play the 9 hole walking course

  5:00 - 6:00 TG social time and Human Foosball  

  6:00 - 8:00 Live Music, Food, and Beverages.   =   FUN PROMISED !

   Questions:  Email us : shirleyjnevins@gmail.com or jvanderkooy@sbcglobal.net

  EVENT FLYER: GGRSC Foot Golf TGIF Party 10_1_22.pdf

  
  

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• Fall Girls Getaway weekend in Petoskey!

  • Start
    10/07/2022
  • End
    10/09/2022
  • Location
    Petoskey, MI
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  • Registered
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  GGRSC Fall Petoskey Weekend

  October 07 –09 2022
  

  Girls Getaway Weekend

  Share a 4 Bedroom / 2.5 bath house

  $249 per person

  Includes:

  2 night stay

  • Welcome party Friday
  • Dinner Friday night
  • Breakfast Saturday
  • Bag Lunch Saturday
  • Winery tour van
  • Houseware incidentals
    

  *Dinner Saturday night and beverages not included

  Many other options available.  Read the flyer for details!

  GGRSC Fall Petoskey Weekend flyer v2.pdf
  

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• TGIF - Annual Rush Party

  • When
    11/04/2022
  •  
    5:30 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Location
    Boulder Creek Golf Club, 5750 Brewer Ave, Belmont

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  Annual TGIF rush party Friday November 4, 7:00 at Boulder Creek.  Live music by Jay Hill.  Food provided.    $5 member, $10 guest cover charge.  Information will be available on trips for the ski season.  

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• Crooked River Weekend 2023

  • Start
    01/06/2023
  • End
    01/08/2023
  • Location
    Alanson, MI
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  Crooked River Weekend

  January 6th through 8th

  
  

  This a long-time favorite!  Friday and Saturday night lodging includes 2 breakfast buffets, Friday night welcome party and dinner.  Optional group dinners for Saturday night will be organized by Trip Leaders. 

  Ski Nubs Nub and apres ski at Nubs Pub on Saturday.  Saturday night dinner TBD.

  Lodging Package Prices: 2 nights

  Single:  $ 342.00 per person               

  Double: $ 183.00 per person

  Triple:   $ 130.00 per person

  Quad:    $ 103 per person

   *Rollaway available - $25 per night

  IMPORTANAT NOTE:

  Crooked River Weekend Early January in 2023 -Providing skiing time prior to western trips –MEMBERS MUST SIGN UP BY DECEMBER 2^nd TO GET ROOM RATES & GUARANTEE AVAILABILITY

  
  

  Trip leader: Tracey Oldenburg traceyoldenburg@gmail.com

  Assistant Trip Leader: TBD

  Trip flyer: 2023_Crooked_River_weekend_ v2.pdf

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• Caberfae Combo Mid-week Ski Trip (New event this year!)

  • Start
    01/11/2023
  • End
    01/13/2023
  • Location
    Caberfae Peaks
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  Caberfae Combo Mid-week Ski Trip

  January 11 - 13

  
  

  New event this year!  Crystal Mountain/Caberfae Peaks/Schuss Mountain

  Lodging at Caberfae Peaks - 2 nights

  Lodging available:  $131 per person/2 nights including taxes and fees  (2 Double beds)

  • 2 night stay at Caberfae Peaks
  • Welcome party, Outdoor Pool & Hot Tub
  • Lift Ticket cost on your own; Group discount info for each resort to come
  • Breakfast not included
  • Food services available on-site at Caberfae

  
  

  Registration Deadline: December 23rd!

  
  

  Trip leader: Lisa Bremer 616-942-6932

  
  

  Trip flyer: 2023_Caberfae_Combo _flyer_v4.pdf

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• Aspen Snowmass, CO - IKON Resort - Jan 21 - 28, 2023

  • Start
    01/21/2023
  • End
    01/28/2023
  • Location
    Aspen Snowmass, CO
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  Aspen Snowmass, CO - IKON Resort - Jan 21 - 28, 2023
  

  Base Price: $900 Deposit, Total of $1834 Includes…

  • 7 Night Lodging - Top of the Village - Double Occupancy

  • 2 Bedrooms - 2 Bath - “DEE-LUX” Condos

  • Ski in & Out Snowmass
  • Outdoor Hot tubs
  • All Local Transportation to Ski Areas

  Air Transportation Roundtrip GR to Denver

  • Bus to & from Snowmass Village
  • All Social Activities

  Add to Base Price - 5 Day Lift Ticket

  • $410 - Adult $380 Senior (65+)

  Do NOT Miss This Highly Requested Ski Area that Includes…

  • Aspen, Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk, Snowmass Resorts
  • Lift Ticket is Valid for ALL ski areas listed above

  $900 Deposit With Sign-up

  ★ Trip Leaders - Dorothy Switek & Amy Amos

  ★ Questions? Contact Dorothy: Dlworst@hotmail.com or 616-485-2898

  2023 Aspen Snow Mass Flyer.pdf
  

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• Boyne Highlands/Zoo bar Overnight Park and Ride

  • Start
    02/03/2023
  • End
    02/05/2023
  • Location
    Petoskey, MI

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  Boyne Highlands / Zoo Bar Weekend

  February 03 - 05, 2023

  This is a great chance to take a friend or family member(s) along to introduce them to GGRSC fun times.  All financials will be on your own vs. through the club.  

  Please register for this event so we know you are coming.  Reserve hotel on your own. 

  This year we will be at Crooked Lodge.  Quality Inn prices increased and Crooked River offers many more amenities for the cost.

  Crooked River Lodging Package Prices:

  Standard room/2 Queen beds:   $ 129.00 per night

  King Bed Room                              $ 139.00 per night

  
  

  Lodging rates include hot Breakfast

  Lodging rates do not include tax and fees

  
  

  15 Rooms in GGRSC Block – 6 rooms with one King beds and 9 rooms with 2 queen beds

   

  Not Included in prices:

  1. Trail fees and lift tickets for skiing.  Lift tickets available online for Nubs Nob & Boyne Highlands. Discounts available if purchase early. Saturday at Highlands and Sunday at Nubs Nob. 

  2. Lunch and Dinner

  
  

  To sign up for the trip, please do these steps:

  1. Register on GGRSC website www.ggrsc.org for this event.
  2. Call Crooked River Lodge to reserve a room from the GGRSC block of rooms.  Hotel requires rooms to be reserved with one credit card.  The hotel will separate the costs out per person at check out.  Hotel phone 866-548-0700.
  3. Forward your registration information on to your roommates & trip leader
  4. Hotel policy for cancellations: 48 hours prior to check-in to avoid penalties

  Once all have registered, trip leaders will be sending a trip itinerary, trip information and reminders to all who are participating.  
  

  
  

  Trip flyer:  2023_Boyne_Highlands_Zoo_Bar_Flyer_v4.pdf

  Trip leader Tracey Oldenburg traceyoldenburg@gmail.com  616-821-4774

  Assistant trip leader: Theresa Florian afloater16@gmail.com 616-485-3157

  
  

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• Petoskey Area Winter Midweek Ski Trip

  • Start
    02/08/2023
  • End
    02/10/2023
  • Location
    Petoskey, MI

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  Petoskey Area Winter Midweek Ski Trip

  February 08 –10 2023

   

  Ski three areas: Nubs Nob, Boyne Highlands, and Boyne Mountain

   Lodging available at Apple Tree Inn,  915 Spring Street Petoskey, MI 49770 

  • $94 per night plus taxes and fees
  • King or Queen beds
  • 2 night stay at Apple Tree Inn
  • Includes Breakfast
  • Pool and Hot Tub

  This is a “do it yourself” trip, meaning you will setup your own lodging.

  How to register:

  1.      Call Apple Tree Inn (231) 348-2900 to reserve your room, credit card required.

  2.      Register for the event at GGRSC.com and include roommate(s) if known.

  3.      Email trip leader to confirm that you have registered for trip and provide roommate information & plans for skiing

  Registration deadline:  January 8^th or until trip is full.

  OPEN TO MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS

  Trip Leader: Shirley Nevins is contact for Park n Ride coordination

  Trip Flyer: 2022_Winter_Midweek_Petoskey_flyer_v2.pdf

  
  

  
  

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• Sunday River Maine February 12th to February 17th, 2023

  • Start
    02/12/2023
  • End
    02/17/2023
  • Location
    Sunday River, Newry, Maine
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  Sunday River, Newry Maine

  Sunday, February 12 to Friday February 17th, 2023

  A new and fun destination for GGRSC in 2023! This 5 night/ski day trip will bring us to 2 of the best ski resorts in the Eastern U.S.- Sunday River, Maine and Loon Mountain, New Hampshire. Both resort area boast ski runs for all abilities and provide spectacular scenery and plenty of tree skiing action. 

  Sunday River snow is legendary and has some of the most reliable skiing and snow conditions in the East. Loon Mt. has a 2,100ft vertical drop and 61 trails.

  We plan 3 days ski days at Sunday River and 1 day at Loon Mt (day trip via bus). Both resorts are IKON & Boyne Gold 2022/2023 ski season passes.

  Base Price: $1230 Includes…

  • 5 nights at the Grand Summit Resort Hotel, ski in/ski out.  Choice of 2 bed hotel room or studio deluxe room w/Murphy bed, pull-out couch & kitchenette.
  • Round trip air GRR/PWM and ground transportation
  • Bus to/from PWM Portland, ME airport (90 min) & Loon MT, NH

  Add to Base Price - 5 Day Lift Ticket

  • $182 3 Day at Sunday River, $52 1 Day at Loon Mountain
  • IKON Pass and Boyne Gold Card resorts.

  $600 Deposit With Sign-up
  

  ★ Trip Leaders -Greg Bremer and Mary LaBarge

  
  

  ★ Questions? Contact Greg Bremer: bremergr2112@gmail.com or text 616-450-4359

  GGRSC 2023 Sunday River Flyer 6-4-22.pdf
  

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• Crystal Mountain "Never Too Late" Ski Day

  • When
    02/12/2023
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    7:30 AM
  • Location
    Crystal Mountain
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  GGRSC “Never Too Late” SKI DAY

  Crystal Mountain – Thompsonville, MI

  Sunday, February 12, 2023

  Members and non-members - Join us for a unique opportunity for new skiers and "used to be" skiers to enjoy the sport we love. 

  NEW / RETURNING SKIER PACKAGE:

  $130.00 adults / $120 juniors

  • Includes Lift ticket, equipment rental
  • GROUP LESSON AVAILABLE @ $55 / person

  CURRENT SKIER PRICE:

  Adult $65.00 lift ticket

  Junior $ 55.00 lift ticket, Senior $60 lift ticket.

  • Transportation and meals not included
  • Under 6 & 80+ Ski Free

  Ride Share available – Meet up and share ride to Crystal Carpool lot at Post Rd. & Rt. 131 7am Depart or Meet at Crystal

  New / Returning Skiers: Pick up rental equipment; Beginner group lesson: 1 hour in morning (if registered)

  ALL: Meet in lodge 12:30pm for lunch

  Afternoon: Pair up new / returning skiers with current skiers to ski together if desired

  Must fill out rental form prior to trip.  Your trip leader will contact you regarding this.

  See flyer for all details: 2023_Never_too_Late_Crystal_Flyer_v2.pdf

  
  

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• Triple Mountain Weekend

  • Start
    02/24/2023
  • End
    02/26/2023
  • Location
    Otsego Ski Club
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  Triple Mountain Weekend

  February 24 – 26, 2023

  Ski at three mountains in one weekend, Tree Tops, Otsego Club Resort, and Schuss Mountain!

  Option to cross country ski at Hartwick Pines State Park

  Options for Park n Ride for single days available – No lodging

  Stay at the Hampton Inn in Gaylord, MI.  Hampton Inn Features:

  15 Rooms reserved for GGRSC.  Twelve with two queen beds, and three with one king.

  	Two Queen Beds	One King Bed
  Single	$239 per person	$262per person
  Double	$126 per person	$137 per person
  Triple	$89 per person	$96 per person
  Quad	$70 per person	$76 per person

  Hampton Inn Features:

  •  Includes all taxes and fees
  • Two Nights Including Hot Breakfast
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Room for GGRSC social activities
  • Friday night Welcome social

  To sign up for the trip, please do these steps:

  1. Register on GGRSC website www.ggrsc.org
  2. Please Include: Downhill skier /boarder, XC Skier
  3. Room preference and roommate(s)

  NOT INCLUDED:

  Trail fees and lift tickets

  Transportation to the Ski Areas

  Dinners Friday and Saturday night

  Trip Registration Deadline-- Payments due by February 08, 2023

  Trip leaders: Shirley Nevins Phone: 616-361-8390 c. 616-340-8586 Email: shirleyjnevins@gmail.com

  Asst. Leader: TBD

  Flyer:  2023_Triple_mountain_Flyer_v2.pdf

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• Searchmont Weekend Trip

  • Start
    03/02/2023
  • End
    03/05/2023
  • Location
    Searchmont, Ontario
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  Searchmont Weekend Trip

  March 03 - 05, 2023

  GGRSC will be returning to Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario for a 3-night stay.  We will be staying at the Fairfield Inn and Suites.  This Marriott Inn offers two queen beds or one king bed in each room.  Choose the package that suits you.  Let’s do something international!

  Lodging at the Marriott Fairfield inn.  3 nights with continental breakfast.
  

  Single $395

  Double $203

  Triple $140

  Quad $108

  Don't forget you need a passport for this trip (provided the border opens).

  Downhill skiing at Searchmont and excellent x-c skiing and snowshoeing at Hiawatha Park.

  Trip Flyer: 2023_Searchmont_Trip_Flyer_final.pdf

  
  

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• Serre Chevalier with Extension to Italy’s Amalfi Coast

  • Start
    03/03/2023
  • End
    03/15/2023
  • Location
    Serre Chevalier
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  Europe 2023

  The Europe trip for 2023 brings us to Serre Chevalier France.  The area boasts 300 days of sunshine and plenty of snow.  The ski area has 59 lifts and services runs that are 80% beginner to intermediate, and lots of accessible open bowls for free riding.

  The Amalfi coast of Italy is located an hour south of Naples.  We will fly from Milan to Naples, then bus over the mountain to quaint town of Minori.  We will be staying in the 4 star hotel Villa Romana.

  Key Details:

  • GRR to Milan
  • 4 Star Accommodations
  • Ski Rentals available at hotel
  • Area boasts 300 days of sunshine a year
  • Historical walled city in Briancon
  • Thermal baths
  • Zip lines and other on slope activity
  • Grilling decks for on mountain lunch
  • Many great options for lunch on the slopes

  Co-Leaders:  Greg Bremer and Christina Morales

  
  

  Ski Only Cost: $3100 Single Room add $1100 (2 available)

  Amalfi Coast add on $650, single room add $450 (2 available)

  2023Europe.pdf
  

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• IKON /Boyne Mountain Midweek Ski Trip (New event this year!)

  • Start
    03/08/2023
  • End
    03/10/2023
  • Location
    Boyne Mountain
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  IKON/Boyne Mountain Midweek Ski Trip

  March 08 – 10 2023

  
  

  Don’t miss this chance to join in a NEW Michigan trip for 2023. Share a condo on Boyne Mountain for ski in – ski out convenience.

  Lodging Information:

  Slope side Condo at Boyne Mountain - Ski In-Ski Out

  $133 per person (*6 per Condo max)

  * Lodging cost may vary depending on number of registrations

  2 nights including taxes and fees

   (1 King & 4 Queen beds)

  Lift Ticket discount 10% available

  Meals and lift tickets NOT included

  
  

  DEADLINE FEBRUARY 17th or until full

  MEMBERS ONLY – Max 12

  Trip Leader: Yvonne Bird birdy@charter.net  616-540-3830

  Trip flyer: 2023_IKON_Boyne_mtn_midweek_flyer_v2.pdf
  

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• Mammoth Mountain CA April 1st to April 8th, 2023

  • Start
    04/01/2023
  • End
    04/08/2023
  • Location
    Mammoth Mountain, Mammoth Lakes, CA
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  Mammoth Mountain, Mammoth Lakes, CA

  Sunday, April 1^st-Sunday, April 8th

  
  

  Base Price: $1870 Includes…

  • 7 nights at Juniper Springs Condominiums  (2 people per bedroom/ 4 people per condo).
  • Round trip air GRR/RNO and ground transportation*
  • Bus to/from RNO Reno, NV (25 min) 

  Air Transportation Roundtrip GR to Reno

  Add to Base Price - 5 Day Lift Ticket

  • $338- Adult $272 Senior (65+)

  Do NOT Miss This Highly Requested Ski Area that Includes…

  • IKON pass resort
  • 3 separate ski areas with a free shuttle bus service.
  • Lively apres-ski on and off the mountain with live bands!

  $800 Deposit With Sign-up

  ★ Trip Leaders -TBD

  ★ Questions? Contact Dorothy: Dlworst@hotmail.com or 616-485-2898

  GGRSC 2023 Mammoth Flyer 6-4-22.pdf
  

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