Weekend Ski Trip #1, Feb 8-10, 2013. Squaw Valley / Alpine Meadows
Sign-Up Deadline: Jan 18, 2013
NSC/BAC Member — $170
Non-member — $180
S.B. Tour Leader: Karen Soo (Primary contact)
N.B. Tour Leader: Tom Lee
Lodging: Sands Hotel / Reno
Departure Times: SJ 6:30 PM, EC 7:45 PM
Questions?
Weekend Ski Trip #2, Mar 1-3, 2013. Alpine / Northstar
Sign-Up Deadline: Feb 8, 2013
NSC/BAC Member — $170
Non-member — $180
S.B. Tour Leader: TBD
N.B. Tour Leader: TBD
Lodging: Sands Hotel / Reno
Departure Times: SJ 6:30 PM, EC 7:45 PM
Questions?
Weekend Ski Trip #3, Mar 22-24, 2013. Mt. Rose / Sugarbowl
Sign-Up Deadline: Mar 1, 2013
NSC/BAC Member — $170
Non-member — $180
S.B. Tour Leader: TBD
N.B. Tour Leader: TBD
Lodging: Sands Hotel / Reno
Departure Times: SJ 6:30 PM, EC 7:45 PM
Questions?
Save the date and time! Come out and catch up with current and past NSC members.
The current NSC board members would like to invite you to a picnic.
Who: NSC members and their invited Guests.
When: Saturday, October 13, 2012 12:00PM – 5:00PM
Where: Las Palmas Park / Picnic Area #2
850 Russet Drive, Sunnyvale.
Use this link for exact location and parking information: http://sunnyvale.ca.gov/Portals/0/Sunnyvale/DCS/Parks/Las%20Palmas-r02.pdf
Why: To update our membership, discuss what’s in store for next year, and enjoy a pleasant day together.
Cost: NO COST, Just bring your favorite side dish or dessert to share.
BYOB– Bring your own drinks.
Food and games will be provided by TASTE SOO GOOD CATERING
RSVP information and food preference will be listed in an upcoming EVITE.
Penned & Led by Hoyt Nelson
The weather will be cooler– especially on Skyline Blvd. The hike will start at 11:00AM in the Castle Rock parking lot, a few miles south of the Hwy. 9 intersection. It’s $8 to park in the lot, but many park on the wide shoulder outside to avoid this (the lot is sometimes full anyway). Due to the distance, carpooling is strongly suggested, possibly starting from my place in Campbell. Bring the usual boots, hat, layered clothing, food and drink, camera, etc. The hike is about 5 miles with moderate elevation change. We will by walk by strange Swiss cheese-like rock formations called tufa, see technical rock climbers (with any luck) and you can also do an extra ¼ mile hike up to Castle Rock itself to see climbers. There are bathrooms at the parking lot but no water.
Afterward, I plan to take whomever wants to do so, up a ¼ mile trail from Hwy. 9 in Saratoga to view Hakone Gardens – one of the nicest Japanese gardens in the state. For more information or to sign up, please contact Hoyt Nelson at castlerock@niseiskiclub.org.
Limit is 20 signups but is FREE to all.
Bay Area Ski Council ( BAC) and Nisei Ski Club welcomes you to participate in the 7th Annual Fundraiser for Disable Sports.
Oakland A’s Vs the Baltimore Orioles / FIREWORKS NIGHT
Date: FRIDAY Sept 14, 2012 The game starts at 7:00pm
Seats are $27.00 PP / 3rd base line, 8th row. BRING YOUR GLOVES
Great view for fireworks.
There will be tailgate BBQ for additional $10.00pp 5:00pm to 7:00pm
There will raffles and great prizes like lift tickets and ski related items
Meet at the north side of the stadium. Look for the BAC banner at the Ball Park parking lot.
Please RSVP before August 24, 2012
For more information , please contact:
Karen Soo
Oakland@niseiskiclub.org
For details, see the BAC flyer: Event_BAC_OaklandAs_Sep 14 2012
Join the Hawaii Ski Club for a week of skiing in Hakuba, Japan with an optional side trip to Kyoto after skiing. The Hakuba ski portion is from Jan 18-26, 2013 and the Kyoto option will be Jan 27-29, 2013.
For details go to their link: http://www.hawaiisnowskiclub.com/Trips.htm
Nota Bene : this is NOT an NSC trip. Verify details with the Hawaii Ski Club.
Far West Ski Association Euro ski trip for 2013 will be to Innsbruck, Austria (Österreich) with an option to take a 2nd week side trip to Garmisch und München (Munich)
Highlights:
http://www.fwsa.org/Travel/2013_Travel/Innsbruck%20Garmisch%20Munich%20flier%20a%20.pdf
Nota Bene – this is not an NSC trip. Verify details with FWSA.
COME TO ONE OF MY MOST FAVORITE HIKES ON SATURDAY, JULY 14 by Hoyt Nelson
The hike at the Fall Creek section of Cowell Redwoods is only about 5 miles round trip and is fairly flat and shaded. It follows the beautiful Fall Creek for most of the way and has a stop at an area with 12 foot high abandoned lime kilns after 1.5 miles. We lunch a mile later amid the scattered machinery of a barrel factory.
It’s a little far to drive for some, but believe me, it’s worth it. We take the Mt. Hermon Rd to the right off Hwy 17 just a couple of miles North of Santa Cruz and drive about 5 miles through Felton, continuing across Hwy 9 up the hill for less than a mile to a signed dirt parking lot on the right. There is also a winery across the road just before the lot for free tasting afterward. If anybody still has energy, we can stop at one of the best Japanese gardens in the state – Hakone Gardens (free if we take the short trail up the hill) – on the way back in Saratoga. There are several great restaurants nearby to round the day off.
There are no water or facilities along the hike, but there are at the winery. Bring layered clothes for changeable weather, a lunch with drinks for the stop at the barrel mill and possibly something to share. Due to the distance, carpooling is highly recommended. At the least, we should meet at my house in Santa Clara and form carpools there. I plan to leave my place at 9:30 AM and can take 5 more people.
For more info. or to sign up, contact fallcreek@niseiskeclub.org.
Steamboat Springs, http://www.steamboat.com, has 2965 acres, 3,668 feet vertical, 6,900 base elevation, 10,568 feet summit elevation.
We will be staying at the The Ranch which has a free private shuttle. The condos are a 10 minute private shuttle ride to the lifts.
http://www.ranch-steamboat.com/accommodations.php
Dates: Saturday, January 26, 2013 – Saturday, February 2, 2013.
Price: $1200
Package includes:
You must be at least 21 years of age and a member of the Nisei Ski Club to sign up for this trip.
Beer Booth volunteers needed for the following time slots:
Saturday 7/21/2012
4:00-7:00: Needs 4-6 more people
7:00-10:00: Needs 1-3 more people (volunteers: Tom R., Alex K., Brian H.)
Sunday 7/22/2012
12:00- 3:00: Volunteers: Karen S., Curtis O., Angie F., Doris L.
3:00- 6:00: Volunteers: Frank C., David U., David H., David M.
6:00- 8:30: Needs 4 more people
Signup before July 1st by contacting Morgan Hua at mvobon@niseiskiclub.org
BY HOYT NELSON
We meet at 10:00 AM in the parking lot just uphill from the Cliff House (at the N end of Merrie Way). We will explore the old Sutro mansion site and bath ruins before following the trail E along the headlands toward Golden Gate Bridge. Trails are mainly flat with some stairs and 5.5 to 7 miles round trip – depending on where we elect to turn around. Time is 3.5 – 4.5 hours depending on our preferences. Bring layered clothing, camera, strong hiking shoes, water and snacks. Bathroom facilities are at Merrie Way, but very limited elsewhere. There are several restaurants I can suggest after the hike for lunch. If you are game, I will also lead an optional short walk up Strawberry Hill in the middle of Stow Lake (in GG Park) for some surprises many have never seen. To sign up or request carpool help, contact Hoyt Nelson at landsend@niseiskiclub.org. (Limit 15 people)
– by Hoyt Nelson
Two of my favorite Spring hikes are quite close together near the Stevens Creek Reservoir. Take Foothill W off 280 in Cupertino for about 3 miles. We will meet at the large parking lot just past the spillway at 10:00 AM.
HIKE 1
∙ Leads up by a pretty stream through emerging spring growth to a lookout over Mt. Eden Valley.
∙ Cross a saddle and climb to Maisie’s Point on the Fremont Older Ridge Trail with a commanding view over the Santa Clara Valley from Redwood City to Mt. Hamilton. Elevation change is around 900 ft. (one way) but is mostly shady. Round trip on this semi-loop trail is less than 5 mi. If we decide to quit after this, picnic tables and water are available near trailhead, but bathrooms may be locked (?).
HIKE 2
∙ The second hike starts at a trailhead back next to the reservoir and climbs up through dense woods and the old Picchetti Ranch orchard with views over the reservoir.
∙ The trail ends at the old Picchetti Ranch for wine tasting and a picnic among dozens of peacocks in the yard (picnic tables, water, rest rooms provided). Elevation change is around 400 ft. (one way). Round trip of this semi-loop trail is less than 4 mi. Bathrooms, water, wine tasting and picnic tables available at Ranch.
Signup – Bring sturdy footwear, layered clothing, hat, camera, food & drink for a picnic. Number of signups is limited to 20 people, so get on the list soon. Rain will cancel since trail is steep and muddy in spots. Call my cell phone at 408-835-5330 for latest info.
For more info or to signup, contact Hoyt Nelson at stevenscreekhike@niseiskiclub.org 
$ 1,191 per person double occupancy (w/o air)
$1,056* for air from SFO (+ $50 for LAX)
*Includes estimated US departure taxes, customs, immigration and fuel charge of $557
Chamonix offers skiing and snowboarding for all levels. It has tremendously long slopes, glade skiing, free ride and off-piste slopes. Chamonix, 1924 Winter Olympic Games site, is a popular tourist destination that links Italy via the Mont-Blanc tunnel. Read the rest of this entry »
The NSC 2010-2011 season is over and we’re going to have a Post-Season BBQ Lunch. It’ll be held in my backyard. We’ll also have a general meeting to go over club business including the introduction of the new Officers and Board members for the NSC 2011-2012 season.
This is also a Thank You event for those of you who volunteered and helped out at our various events such as Leading Weekend Bus Trips, Nikkei Matsuri, serving on the Board, and leading summer events. If you volunteered, you may attend for free and you may bring a guest for free also. Please fill out the form below and send it in so we’ll know how much food to get.
Date: June 26, 2011, 12-4pm, Sunday
Signup Deadline: June 23, 2011
Location: 783 Mahogany Lane, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Price: $15 per person, or Free if you were a NSC volunteer.
Sun Valley, http://www.sunvalley.com, has 2054 acres, 3,400 feet vertical, 9,150 feet summit elevation. The lodge is at 5920 feet above sea level. Sun Valley also has Heli-Skiing.
We will be staying at the Sun Valley Standard Condos which forms a horseshoe around the village and is within a ten-minute walk of the Sun Valley Inn or Lodge. http://www.sunvalley.com/trip-planner/lodging/#/condominiums
We will be at Sun Valley during Theme Week. Various events are still in being planned by Sun Valley. Last year included receptions, mountain tours, and NASTAR races.
2012 NSC Sun Valley SignUp Form (pdf)
Dates: Saturday, January 21, 2012 – Saturday, January 28, 2012.
Price: $1200
Package includes:
Pricing does NOT include baggage fees.
Baggage fees as of 5/22/2011:
Contact: Morgan Hua, sunvalley@niseiskiclub.org
Payment Schedule:
Cancellation Policy: Traveler is responsible for finding a replacement. Any refund due is contingent on applica-ble fees charged to the Nisei Ski Club by the travel agent.
You must be at least 21 years of age and a member of the Nisei Ski Club to sign up for this trip.
Yes, it’s time for us to volunteer for the Mountain View Obon Festival. July 16-17, 2011. 575 N. Shoreline Blvd. Mountain View. We use their facilities when we make our famous Chinese Chicken Salad for Nikkei Matsuri, so we help out at their festival.
Beer Booth
Saturday, July 16
6 people to work from 4- 7 P.M.
(6 volunteers: Brian H., Frank C., David U., Dave H., Marvin O., Bill L.)
6 people to work from 7- 10 P.M.
(3 volunteers so far: Mike R., Tom R., Janice M.)
Sunday, July 17
4 people to work from 12- 3 P.M.
(4 volunteers: Karen S., Curtis O., Hoyt N., Morgan H.)
4 people to work from 3- 6 P.M.
(3 volunteers: Haruko N., Mary J., Keiko F.)
4 people to work from 6- 9 P.M.
(2 volunteers: Janet N., Rod N.)
The beer booth is very popular and volunteer slots get filled up fast. You have to be 21+ to volunteer for this position as there is contact with copious amounts of iced beer and saki.
Tempura Booth
Saturday, July 16
Shifts: 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm , 5:30 pm- 7:30 pm, 7:30 pm- 9:30 pm.
Sunday, July 17
Shifts: 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm.
If you like to volunteer, please send me your contact info and the time slot you are available. Email me at president@niseiskiclub.org
Join in on an exciting day of salmon fishing aboard the New Seeker from Emeryville Sportfishing as Nisei Ski Club embarks on Grand Slam VIII. You can see mesmerizing views of the beautiful California Coast or the Farallon Islands and maybe spot a whale or other marine wildlife while enjoying the company of fellow NSC members, great food and drink, and the thrill of a tasty, hard-fighting salmon on the end of the line. Bring a potluck dish. NSC will provide drinks. Space is limited to 25. After Friday, July 17th, spaces cannot be guaranteed because remaining spaces may be released to the general public. So sign up early! 2010-2011 NSC Grand Slam VIII SignUp Read the rest of this entry »
Come join us trouping through the hills of N. Berkeley while the waterfalls are still flowing freely and the flowers are starting to show up in the gardens of some of the most picturesque old homes in the bay area. I have mapped out a route based on several hikes from my favorite hike book in this area: “Hidden Walks in the Bay Area” by Stephan Altschuler. There is a concrete slide near the start so you may want to bring a sturdy cardboard “sled” of at least 2′ x 3′. For more speed, firmly attach a sheet of wax paper to the bottom (not plastic cling wrap). It’s very close to the start so you can take it back to your car if you want before the hike. The pictures in this new flyer are from the preview I did recently.
It should take about 3-4 hours and starts at the Berkeley Rose Garden (intersection of Euclid & Eunice) at 10AM. More details will be sent later. Bring layered clothing, camera, strong hiking shoes, water and snacks. Bathroom facilities are at the start and at our lunch stop at Cragmont Rock Park. There are several restaurants I can suggest for lunch after the hike and/or you can bring something for our Cragmont Park stop. I suggest you also bring a second pair of shoes in case they get muddy. Rain may cancel the trip. I will keep signups informed. For more info contact Hoyt Nelson at newsletter@niseiskiclub.org.
Aug 8
Join the Nisei Ski Club in the 2nd annual day at the horse races. Watch the races in the style of the Kings. Sit in a comfortable sheltered environment with panoramic views or watch the race on your monitor at your table. Place a bet on a horse and win. Read the rest of this entry »
Join Nisei Ski Club on this easy paced, mostly flat ride along the San Francisco Bay trail to Pt. Richmond (http://www.baytrail.org/Maps/East_Bay.pdf). Meet at Emeryville City Marina at 9:30 am, rolling out at 10:00 am. We’ll ride along the San Francisco Bay trail, winding our way to Point Richmond. Enjoy the view of the bay and its natural surroundings. 32 mile round trip. Lunch and beverages will be provided by Taste Soo Good Catering. Read the rest of this entry »
Jul 1
Join Nisei Ski Club at this upcoming FREE event at the museum. The Oakland Museum of California presenting PIXAR: 25 Years of Animation, a major exhibition of over 500 works by the artists at Pixar Animation Studios, including drawings, paintings, and sculptures that illustrate the creative process and craftsmanship behind Pixar’s wildly successful computer-animated films. This will be a significantly enhanced presentation of the exhibition, which is returning home to Oakland after a successful worldwide tour that began at the Museum of Modern Art in New York in 2005. A number of significant works will be on public display for the first time, including art from Ratatouille, WALL•E, Up, and Pixar’s latest feature film, Toy Story 3. PIXAR will also include an updated, awe-inspiring version of the Pixar Artscape, a widescreen media installation. The exhibition will be accompanied by screenings of Pixar’s feature and short films; a special program of lectures, talks and workshops with Pixar artists; and a new and expanded exhibition catalogue. Read the rest of this entry »
This is a repeat of a popular hike that hasn’t been done since July ’07. It includes parts of the Marina, Cow Hollow and Pacific Heights districts with lots of grand views and magnificent architecture. We will meet at the beautiful Palace of Fine Arts at the corner of Marina and Lyon (parking in the Exploratorium lot just W of the Exploratorium – NOT at the 4 hour limit lot right next to the building) at 10AM with the usual layered clothing, camera, snacks and liquids and a little money for shopping and lunch. “Facilities” are at the Palace and along some of the shopping streets plus a few blue port-a-potties. Time is expected to be less than 4 hours, but we may spend time around the Palace grounds (if renovation fences are down by then) and taking in scenery here and there. We will pass many stately homes and descend the fabulous Lyon St. stairs – surely the grandest in San Francisco (pictured below).
Signups are limited to 20 people. For more info or to sign up, contact Hoyt Nelson at stairs4@niseiskiclub.org. More detailed info will be sent a week before the hike (approach to the parking lot can be tricky).
This year we will have a nice relaxing post season event. Enjoy a fun day at the park with your NSC friends! Price includes a BBQ lunch and associated libations.. The park facilities include: bocce ball courts, a horseshoe area, tennis courts, & volleyball courts. The event includes a brief NSC Spring General Meeting where the outgoing and incoming Board will be introduced.
Cuesta Park
601 Cuesta Drive
Mountain View, CA 94040
June 27, 2010 (Sunday)
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Member & Non-member Price: $10.00
At-The-Door Price: $15
APR 23, 24, 25 – Fri, Sat, Sunday
NSC has a long-standing tradition of selling Chinese chicken salad at the yearly Nikkei Matsuri festival in the spring (Sunday Apr 25 this year). This has always been our biggest money maker of the year and is needed in particular this year in view of the subsidies we paid out this year to attract new members. We need to get started ASAP for this activity because the festival is so early this year, there are many tasks to complete and time has a way of slipping away all too quickly. Read the rest of this entry »
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