SNOW JAM '09 FAQs
Q: Where do I sign up?
A: Send an Email the Summit Ministries office for more information
Q: What does my price include?
A: Snow Jam Price Includes: Lodging; Lift Tickets for 3 Days; Rentals; Continental Breakfast Foods; 2 Evening Meals; 2 nights of Group Gatherings; Private Staging Room at the Zephyr; Snack Foods in Condos; Optional Air and Shuttle Transportation
Q: Where are we staying?
A: Zephyr Lodge is Ski In and Ski Out (located at the Zephyr Lift); The Lodge is Equipped with Laundry Facilities on Each Floor; Four Outdoor Hot Tubs; Fitness Room; ON Premise Snow Board and Ski Storage (WOW this saves $ and time!); Each Room has Fully Equipped Kitchens, Fireplace, and Cable TV. You can also learn more about the area here.
Q: What does Ski In and Ski Out mean?
A: It means that at the end of the day you ski directly to your condo – no lugging equipment all over the mountain, no buses to ride back to the condo!!! Bottom line it means that the condo is in the best location possible! Click here to learn more.
Q: Will there be snow in Winter Park in April?
A: The honest answer - Who knows for sure? But we believe that global warming has not yet taken over Colorado – the fact is that the biggest snow dumps of the year have been happening in late March thru early May since 2001. Winter Park’s base is 9,000 feet which means they will have snow into June! Winter Park has some of the best snow making machinery in the world and they will be working their hardest for us to have a greatest experience! The major runs will be well groomed and will have man-made snow to keep them open!
Q: So why go skiing in April?
A: We get spring break weather without the high prices and big crowds! #1 lodging accommodations, warmer weather, no crowds and awesome price – that seems to be a risk worth taking!
Q: How is the snow fall so far this year?
A: Check it out for yourself. This site is updated regularly.
Q: What if I need to cancel?
A: Payments are NON-REFUNDABLE. However, if the trip is full when you cancel and there is a waiting list (someone takes your place), you will be refunded the amount you have paid minus $150. CONTACT us immediately if you need to cancel.
Q: I’ve heard about people getting “high altitude sickness”. What is it and how do we avoid it?
A: Your body can be affected by the sudden change in altitude (going from, say, sea level to 9000+ feet where the air is much thinner) and may result in nausea, listlessness, headaches and other symptoms that can make you feel miserable. To decrease the chances for getting high altitude sickness, drink plenty of fluids—especially water—before you arrive in the mountains AND during your stay. Avoid alcohol and drugs which can escalate the symptoms. It is also very important to remember than a chance for severe sunburn increases at higher elevations. This is because of decreased oxygen. For your protection, always wear sunscreen (preferably a protection factor of 15 or above).
Q: What type of clothing should we take for skiing?
A: When selecting garments for your insulation layer, you should try to use materials which provide thickness but are not dense and heavy. This will give the best combination of insulation and breathe-ability. Thick, loose knit sweaters and high-bulk, low-weight garments made of synthetic fiberfill or fleece meet these requirements very well.
As with undergarments, it is very important to be able to ventilate to rid your body of excess heat when necessary. A crew neck sweater is not always the best choice because it can be difficult to vent or take off. Insulation may consist of one or more layers. Each layer should be relatively easy to put on and take off, so you can control your heat retention by adding or removing layers.
The outside layer is your last line of defense, so outerwear should be appropriate for your activity. Jackets and pants must allow perspiration vapor to vent while blocking wind and rain. The material must reduce heat loss and assist the rest of your layers in keeping you dry and comfortable.
Try to wear gloves and footwear that are both waterproof and breathable (example: Gor-tex) and wear glove liners and sock liners that keep moisture away from the skin (example: polypro). You can regulate heat retention and loss easily by wearing a hat when you want to retain heat and removing the hat when you need to rid yourself of excess heat.
Don’t forget sunglasses or goggles that screen ultraviolet or infrared light.
Packing Suggestions (in no particular order):
Your Snow Jan ’09 Information packet
Backpack and/or camelback
Hat
Facemask
Neck warmer
Waterproof gloves/mittens
Goggles/ Sunglasses
Jacket/ Parka (water resistant) Synthetic or wool base layers for top & bottom (NO COTTON)
Fleece pullover
Snow/Water resistant pants
Warm socks (NO COTTON)
Swimsuit (for the hot tub)
Toiletries
Medications
Sunscreen – SPF 15 or higher
Lip balm
Waterproof watch
ID
Ear plugs (in case of snorers and loud breathers)
Money (cash, credit cards, and/or ATM)
Medical insurance cards
Camera
Cell phone
Extra clothes for each evening
Extra shoes for each evening
Ski equipment (if you aren’t renting)