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Annual Meeting Friday, May 3, 2019

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CORRECTION: Friday, May 3, 2019

Our Annual Meeting will be Thursday May 2 at Bruce and Donna’s home in Waterbury (address below). Social time starts at 6:00 pm with pizza provided.
Bring your own beverage. The meeting will commence at ~ 6:30 pm. The Agenda will include Treasurer’s report, Election of Offices, Membership Status, Club Website, this year’s Tournament / State Championship, State Records, Junior Clinic Update, the Alan Rossi Award, Waterbury Courses Update, and any other issues. If you would like to add another item please let me know. Please confirm if you will attend so enough pizza can be ordered. My email address is below.

Darlene will be stepping down as our Treasurer. She will be providing our club records along with the checking and PayPal accounts. We need a new Treasurer. I am willing to assist the new Treasurer in getting set up. Our expenditures are almost all tournament expenses. We also manage an Alan Rossi Fund which receives donations from other clubs and individuals. Donations go to the plaque for the Alan Rossi Award winner, Eastern Region Junior Development and possibly some funds towards a GMWS ski clinic. None of this is rocket science. Please seriously consider becoming our new Treasurer and let me know ASAP if you are possibly interested. Please feel free to call me anytime. Our club is what we make of it. Please make every effort to attend. THANK You!

Bruce (802)272-5324

2018 Wrap-up

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Hi Members,

Happy Holidays and best wishes for a great 2019! The Tom Costello/Alan Rossi State Championships was successful with great scores and conditions. Congrats to all our new State Champions (listed below). Thanks to all that volunteered to make our Tournament a success! The Tournament was again a stop on Justin Campfield’s North East Slalom Series, which is a seven stop five state tour that culminates in a head to head cash final. Points awarded are NOPS equalized to level the playing field so everyone has an opportunity to win. For more details visit the NESS website https://waterskitheeast.com/.

Our first Junior’s Clinic in July was coached by skiing legend Chris Rossi who graciously volunteered his time. It was great for Juniors to get inspired by Chris’s world class coaching. Thank You Chris! The Clinic was supported by GMWS, Junior Development Alan Rossi funds. Thanks to Justin Campfield and Bill Bruzzese for organizing the event.

Darlene McCormick has decided to retire from competitive waterskiing and her role as our Treasurer. Darlene developed and managed our website, as well as the East Region’s website, https://www.awsaeast.org. She has been dedicated to our sport and club for many years. She will continue as Treasurer until her term expires at our Annual Meeting this May. Thank you Darlene for all your time, effort, and dedication for so many years.

Vermont 2018 State Champs Division Score Speed Buoys
Carter Bruzzese B2 4@LL 19 16
Will Bruzzese B3 1@35off 36 97
Abby Campfield G2 2@LL 21 20
Adam Largess M2 2@35off 36 98
Justin Campfield M3 3@35off 34 93
Eric Dole M4 3@35off 34 93
Joe Bourgeois M5 3.5@32off 34 87.5
Karen Bruzzese W4 3@22off 34 75
Darlene McCormick W6 3@28off 32 75

Our Club is what we make of it. THANKS!

Bruce Epstein, President
13 South Pinnacle Ridge Rd
Waterbury, VT 05676

CELL: (802)272-5324

Annual Meeting Tuesday, May 8, 2018

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Hi Members,

Our Annual Meeting will be held Tuesday, May 8 at our home in Waterbury (address is below). Social time starts at 6:00 pm with Pizza provided. Bring your own beverage. Meeting will commence ~ 6:30 pm. Agenda will include Treasurer’s Report, Election of Officers, Membership status, Club Website, this year’s Tournament/State Championship, Northeast Slalom Series (NESS) Update, State Records, Juniors Clinic Update, the Alan Rossi Award, House Bill H.729 Update, USA Club Liability Insurance, Waterbury Courses Update, and any other items. If you would like any other items added please let me know.
Please confirm if you will attend so we can order enough Pizza. You can email me at address below or respond directly below.

The Tom Costello/Alan Rossi 2nd State Championships was a success, with great scores and conditions at the Wrightsville Reservoir Beach. Congrats to all our new State Champions (listed below). Thanks to all that volunteered your time to make our Tournament a success!

Our 2017 Vermont Champions:

 Abe Musty Boys 1  Abigail Campfield Girls 2
 Will Bruzzese Boys 2  Karen Bruzzese Womens 3
 Seth Chappell Mens 2  Darlene McCormick Womens 5
 Ben Musty Mens 3  Joyce Dobbertin Womens 6
 Bill Bruzzese Mens 4  
 Joe Bourgeois Mens 5  

The Tournament was also a stop on Justin Campfield’s North East Slalom Series, which is a seven stop five state tour that culminates in a head to head cash finals. Points awarded are NOPS equalized to level the playing field so everyone has an opportunity. For more details visit the NESS website http://waterskitheeast.com/.

The 2017 Alan Rossi Award went to our own Darlene McCormick. In addition to being our Treasurer and website manager, she also developed/works on the AWSA East website, and works as a Regular Judge and Senior Driver at several tournaments. Darlene is a great skier dedicated to helping skiers. Our Club would not be the same without her dedication. Well Deserved!

Our Club is what we make of it. Please make every effort to attend. THANKS!

Bruce Epstein, President
13 South Pinnacle Ridge Rd
Waterbury, VT 05676
CELL: (802)272-5324

Annual Meeting 2017

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Hi Members,

Our Annual Meeting will be held Friday, May 12 at our home in Waterbury (address is below). Social time starts at 6:00 pm with Pizza provided.

Bring your own beverage. Meeting will commence ~ 6:30 pm. Agenda will include Treasurer’s Report, Election of Officers, Membership status, Club website, this year’s Tournament/State Championship, NorthEast Slalom Series (NESS) Update, State Records, Scheduling Ski Clinic(s), Equipment Rentals, GMWS Sticker/Decal, the Alan Rossi Award, Waterbury Courses Update, and any other items. If you would like any other items added let me know. Please confirm if you will attend so we can order enough Pizza. You can email me or respond directly below.

The Tom Costello/Alan Rossi first state championships were successful with great scores and conditions. Congrats to all our new state champions (listed below). Thanks to all that volunteered your time to make our tournament a success! The tournament was also a stop on Justin Campfield’s North East Slalom Series, which is a seven stop five state tour that culminates in a head to head cash finals. Points awarded are NOPS equalized to level the playing field so everyone has an opportunity to win. For more details visit the North East Slalom Series website www.waterskitheeast.com. The Jamie Beauchesne Clinic held in July was supported by GMWS and Alan Rossi funding and again well attended. 2016 Alan Rossi Award went to Skip Hommel from Massachusetts. Skip is a great skier dedicated to helping skiers improve and volunteering time to our sport. Well deserved! Congrats to Joyce Dobberton Womens 5 Regional Champion, and Donna Epstein for 2nd Place at Nationals in Idaho.

Our 2016 Vermont Champions:

Will Bruzzese Boys 2 Abby Campfield Girls 2
Justin Campfield Mens 3 Karen Bruzzese Womens 3
Bill Bruzzese Mens 4 Darlene McCormick Womens 5
Joe Bourgeois Mens 5 Donna Epstein Womens 7
Bruce Epstein Mens 7    

Our Club is what we make of it. Please make every effort to attend.

THANKS!

Bruce Epstein, President
13 South Pinnacle Ridge RD
Waterbury, VT 05676

[email protected]
CELL: (802)272-5324

Boat Winterizing Info, Invasive Species Fundraiser

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As Fall is officially upon us according to the calendar I thought I would forward some information pertaining to boat winterization. Kenneth Kajenski who owns Ski Marine in Williston, VT reminded me of the importance to be properly winterizing your boat. He says about 99% of the engines and exhaust manifolds he replaces are due to improper winterization. The antifreeze you use should be a propylene glycol with corrosion inhibitor (Pink Fluid) but there is another Pink Fluid propylene alcohol that should not be used. The propylene alcohol will harden rubber seals and causes corrosion. Check the label to ensure you are getting the right stuff. Never use a toxic antifreeze (green stuff) that you put in your car. The pink stuff for recreational vehicles is bio-friendly.  Kenneth also noted the importance of draining your engine block and exhaust manifolds of water prior to flushing/filling with antifreeze. Just running antifreeze through your engine and hoping it replaces the water is not a good idea. I have also attached some winterizing tips from Discount Inboard Marine. If you would prefer to have someone winterize your boat engine for you please contact Kenneth Kajenski at Ski Marine 1-802-879-2050. He is a member of GMWS.

Many lakes in Vermont have been battling invasive plant and animal species: Most notably is Eurasian Milfoil. The Lake Iroquois Association located in the towns of Hinesburgh/Williston/Richmond is raising funds to help fight the nasty weed and improve the water quality in Lake Iroquois. They are holding a fund raiser on Tuesday, October 4 from 5-9 PM at the Hinesburgh Public House Restaurant. There will be a locally sourced three course Community Supper for an inclusive price of $20.00.   Half of the funds raised will support Lake Iroquois Association efforts to improve Lake Iroquois water quality, including milfoil control.  Support this local business and support beautiful Lake Iroquois. If you can attend you get a great meal for a great price and help support the efforts of the Lake Iroquois Association.

If you have paid your dues for the year thank you. If you have not paid your dues for the year it would be greatly appreciated if you would do so. A mere $10.00 for an individual or a mere $15.00 for a family. You can pay your dues here on our website by sending a check or by credit card through PayPal.

Record breaking summer temperature wise. Sure hate to see it ending. Thanks for being a member of Green Mountain Water Skiers!

Sincerely,
Joe Bourgeois
Membership – GMWS

Green Mountain Water Skiers 2016 Annual Meeting

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Our Annual Meeting will be held Tuesday May 10 at our home in Waterbury (address is below). Social time starts at 6:00 pm with pizza provided. Bring your own beverage. Meeting will commence ~ 6:30 pm.

Agenda will include Treasurer’s Report, Election of Officers, membership status, club website, this year’s tournament / state championship, North East Slalom Series, State Records, scheduling Ski Clinic(s), equipment rentals, GMWS Sticker/Decal, the Alan Rossi Award, Waterbury courses update, and any other items. If you would like any other items added let me know. Please confirm if you will attend so we can order enough pizza. You can email me at address below or respond directly below.

We had a great 2015. The Tom Costello / Alan Rossi Slalom Derby was again successful with great scores and conditions. This year’s will be our first official State Championship and be part of the North East Slalom Series. Thanks to all who volunteered your time. The Jamie Beauchesne clinic was supported by GMWS and Alan Rossi funding and again well attended.

The 2015 Alan Rossi Award went to Randy Youngsma from Mass. Randy is a regional slalom champion and senior driver who has been a driving force pioneering tournament skiing in New England. He has mentored many skiers and has continued to volunteer his time despite being injured for several years. Alan would be very proud.

Our Club is what we make of it. Please make every effort to attend.

Bruce Epstein, President
13 South Pinnacle Ridge RD
Waterbury, VT 05676

[email protected]
(802)272-5324 (cell)

Green Mountain Water Skiers Annual Meeting

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Reminder:

Our Annual Meeting will be held Monday May 18 at our home in Waterbury (address is below). Social time starts at 6:00 pm with Pizza provided. Bring your own beverage. Meeting will commence ~ 6:30 pm.

Agenda will include Treasure’s Report, Election of Officers, Membership status, Club Website, this year’s Tournament, scheduling Ski Clinic(s), Equipment Rentals, GMWS Sticker/Decal, the Alan Rossi Award, Waterbury Courses Update, and any other items. If you would like any other items added let me know. Please confirm if you will attend so we can order enough Pizza. You can email me at address below or respond directly below.

We had a great 2014. The Tom Costello / Alan Rossi Slalom Derby was again successful with great scores and conditions. Thanks to all who volunteered your time. The Jamie Beauchesne Clinic was supported by GMWS and Alan Rossi funding and again well attended. The 2014 Alan Rossi Award went to Mike Tilton from Natick, Mass. Mike is a talented, dedicated skier who has run the New England Slalom Championships for many years. The Tilton ski team raises money to support the Leukemia Lymphoma Society. Alan would be very proud My sincere thanks to all of you who contacted me to support my efforts in the Worlds.

Our Club is what we make of it. Please make every effort to attend.

Bruce Epstein, President
13 South Pinnacle Ridge RD
Waterbury, VT 05676

[email protected]
(802)272-5324

Waterbury Reservoir Water Level in Danger

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The Friends of Waterbury Reservoir have noted recent discussion about future management of the water level. A mailing of theirs explains all the detail and this can also be accessed at their “Call to Action” link. GMWS is asking you to either attend the Vt. Dept. of Environmental Conservation’s public information meeting on October 7, 2014, 6:30-8:30 at Thatcher Brook Primary School in Waterbury or write to Jeff Crocker, VT Dept. of Environmental Conservation, 1 National Life Dr., Main 2, Montpelier, VT 05620-3522, and express your concern that the water level be maintained at summer levels as it historically has so that everyone can enjoy the resource.

Annual Meeting May 10 at Epstein’s

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Hi Members,

Our Annual Meeting will be held on May 10 at our home in Waterbury May 10 (address below). Social hour starts at 6:00pm with Pizza provided Bring Your Own Beverages (BYOB). Meeting will commence ~ 7:00pm. Agenda will include the Treasurer’s Report, Election of Officers, Membership Status, Club Website, Communications, Ski Clinics, Tournament w/ T Shirt Status, Equipment Rentals, GMWS Sticker/Decal and Other Items. If you would like to add any Items to the Agenda let us know. Also, please confirm if you will be attending so we can order enough Pizza. You can email me at the address below or respond directly to this email.

We had a great 2013. The tournament was well attended with great conditions and scores. Thank you to all who volunteered your time to make it happen! The Jamie Beauchesne Clinic with the support of GMWS & Alan Rossi Funds was very successful. Our Club is what we make it. Please make every effort to attend. THANK YOU!

Bruce Epstein, President
13 So Pinnacle Ridge Rd
Waterbury, VT 05676

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Cell: (802)272-5324

(Also sent to membership on 3/28/14.