Check out the details below and then RSVP right now … or no later than Friday March 1st!

All of the details are below, you don’t have to be an all-mountain extreme skier to really enjoy yourself. If you’re confident on blue runs you’ll fit right in.

Better start getting those legs in shape now! Robin Whitelaw and Paul Rizzo will graciously be playing tour guide and Robin will be giving out pointers for those interested. We plan to start the day skiing as one group and depending on the number of people who sign up, we may split up into two groups. For those of you who want to get in some hardcore skiing, time allowing, Robin and/or Paul will take you for a couple of laps on the iconic black diamond runs at Mary Jane.

After our legs can’t take it anymore, or it’s 2pm we’ll all meet up at the base of Mary Jane for some appetizers and refreshments! aka Après Ski!

Here’re the details:

Date: Friday, March 7th
Location: Winter Park Resort
Skiing ability: Can confidently ski/ride all blue runs

Carpooling

• We will provide a list of everyone that is open to carpooling.
• Carpoolers will plan to meet at the Park and Ride/T-Rex lot in Morrison, CO.
• Guaranteed, you’ll know some of your fellow members a heckuva lot better by the time you get back to Denver.

Breakfast at Goodys Mountain Creperie

• Be there at 8am sharp (if you want to eat breakfast AND not wait in a long line)
• Great crepes and Bloody Mary’s … and lots of ski stories (some of them true)
• Map: https://g.page/Goodys-Mountain-Creperie?share

1st lift – Gondola

• If you miss the breakfast then we will be getting on the Gondola no later than 9:30am
  • We will gather in-front of the Lift Ticket office (close to the Gondola) to get passes figured out … try to be there by 9am.
  • If you get there before us, then we are probably on our 2nd Bloody Mary at Goodys … so come get us
• If you arrive at the Gondola AFTER 9:30am we’ll do our best to connect with you on the hill, but that can be tricky … so please try to be on time

Lift Passes

• Those that have Winter Park (Ikon) passes will help others get a discounted pass
• Once we know who is coming and who has WP passes, we’ll figure it out
• We won’t expect you to keep your commitment to ski with us unless we can get you a discounted pass (but you’ll need to confirm this BEFORE you arrive at the mountain) J
  • Paul will help identify which members have IKON passes and can help you get a discount

Parking

• Click here for a map of parking lots … scroll to the bottom of the page for the map
• G lot is great, the bus will drop you off almost directly in front the Gondola
• If you don’t mind paying $10 then the Vintage lot is an option too and you can hop on the cabriolet lift rather than take a bus

Bring water, energy bars and/or snacks

• As we’re skiing to 2pm this might come in handy

Questions

• Feel free to email Paul Rizzo at paul.rizzo@moodyins.com
• Who to call if you get confused or are running late:
  • Paul: 720 333 5612
  • Robin: 303 668 2463

Our very own, Solomon Muwanga will be interviewing Papa Dia, Founder of the African Leadership Group which is an advocacy organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for African immigrants and members of the diaspora. Through social, economic, and educational empowerment programs, ALG helps families successfully integrate into their local community. A native of Senegal, Papa immigrated to Denver in 1998. He used his first job, stocking books, to teach himself how to read, write and speak English. Beginning with an entry-level position in a local bank, over the next 17 years, Papa ultimately climbed the ranks to become a regional vice president.

Come out to socialize and have fun with your fellow DAB members.  Live entertainment and games.  The DAB will provide some appetizers, and there will be a cash bar.  Please RSVP so we know how many to expect!  See you there!

 

 

 

 

 

 

For members and partners, fully sponsored and paid for by the DAB coming in late June or July.

Our annual golf event will precede the Social.  The cost for golf is $135.00 paid by the member, guests welcome.

Hosted by a member at their office. Exact dates, hosts and locations will be detailed in early 2025.

Join in with Jiminy Wicket to learn the subtle yet fine art of competition croquet.  We will meet at Wash Park at 4pm.  James Creasy, croquet master will provide some quick training in croquet rules and etiquette, break us into teams to compete for trophies, and then off we go on the journey to the croquet championship!  The cost this year to play has yet to be determined.  Wine, beer, sodas and water will be provided.  Note that the park rangers do not allow any glass in the park.  So, if you decide to bring your own beverage, which you really do not need to do, please don’t bring glass.  Apparently, the wrath of the rangers can be severe.  We should be done by 6:30pm.  There will be a max number of participants allowed, but at the time of posting this, that was not yet known.   

If you have questions about this event, please contact our Events Chair:  Gregg Kunz, gregg@rockymountainba.com.

The Washington Park Lawn Bowling Club is where this event will be held.  It is located in Washington Park, Denver, Colorado.  On the East side, at East Mississippi Ave & South Franklin Street, the Lawn will be visible on your left after crossing the first street in the park.  Parking spaces are within the park. Parking is also allowed on Franklin and also Mississippi during the week, NOT on Saturday or Sunday or Holidays.  Additional free parking is available at South High School at East Louisiana Ave and South Franklin Street.

If you’ve ever had an interest in learning how to play this newly fashionable game, or even if you are an expert, we’d love you all to join us on Friday, September 12th, for a chance to socialize, play some doubles matches and perhaps learn a new hobby. Don’t we all need new hobbies, after all? 🙂 The fun will start sharply at 12pm and go for 2 or 3 hours. David Fuller has graciously arranged for us to use the two courts at his neighborhood center: 5898 Green Oaks Drive, Greenwood Village, CO 80121.

Snacks and drinks will be provided. All the necessary equipment we be there. (We are looking for extra paddles, so let me know if you have your own or extras you can bring.) Come check out the fun!

If you are new to pickleball and have time you can check out these quick videos – IF you don’t have time then we can teach you as you play 🙂
Overview – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fTvPYdKZqO0
Scoring – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RoheCHp6IDw

THE DISTANCE TO THE VENUE IS 45 MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN DENVER.

Make sure you don’t miss this unique opportunity to CLAY SHOOT on Friday, October 3rd, 12-5pm. 

Members/guests can bring their own shotguns or can rent them there (with advance notice by calling Kiowa Creek Sporting Club, (303) 644-4627).  Ammo can be purchased upon arrival.  Hunter safety card is NOT needed for a sporting clay event.

ONLY 20 SPOTS AVAILABLE, SO SIGN UP NOW

• Guests are welcomed if registered.  The cost for a guest is TBD (lunch, venue fee, targets).  As this is an event designed to expand and build on member relationships, we prefer to limit guests to no more than 2 per member.
• No Shows will be billed for the cost of their spot unless they can fill the spot with a replacement.
• 12:00PM – we will begin with a DAB-provided boxed lunch and then refreshments after the event.
• 1:00PM – safety briefing, equipment rentals/ammo purchase (if needed).
• 4:30PM – end Clay Shoot, refreshments served, awards ceremony to follow.
• 5:00PM – event concludes.