Love it or hate it, Facebook has certainly become a widely used way of communicating. Some members are keen to use Facebook for club information and for sharing photos and chat about the club.
A Facebook page has been set up at https://www.facebook.com/fallshuette/ or just search Facebook for AAC Falls Creek. You'll know you are in the right place by the familiar wallpaper. You should be able to see the page without having a Facebook account.
Facebook will be an additional communication channel. The blog and email newsletters will still be used. In fact we are trialling a facility to automatically send blog posts to Facebook too. There is no pressure to use Facebook if you prefer not to.
Posts will need to be approved by our moderators before they appear. Please also be considerate of members and guests when posting or tagging.
13 September 2017
11 September 2017
Extended Season to 8 October
The lift company have extended the season until Sunday 8th October. To allow you to enjoy this to the full, we are pleased to announce that the off-peak season at the lodge will also be extended. Linen service, continental breakfast and room cleaning will be provided. Summer season will now commence on the night of Sunday 8 October.
It's our best season in over a decade. All runs are open, with great cover. Enjoy some lovely September skiing, right up until the end of Vic & NSW school holidays.
It's our best season in over a decade. All runs are open, with great cover. Enjoy some lovely September skiing, right up until the end of Vic & NSW school holidays.
05 September 2017
Hero Pass 2018
It's on again - if you are a frequent Falls Creek skier or boarder then this deal is too good to miss.
$799 for a 2018 season pass valid at Falls & Hotham. Kids & Seniors only $459.
Pay a $99 deposit by 5pm on 9 October and the deposit in April
The side benefits are a little different - best check the details if they are important to you
More info at fallscreek.com.au/heropass
$799 for a 2018 season pass valid at Falls & Hotham. Kids & Seniors only $459.
Pay a $99 deposit by 5pm on 9 October and the deposit in April
The side benefits are a little different - best check the details if they are important to you
More info at fallscreek.com.au/heropass
25 August 2017
Spring Pass
Today, Fri 25th August, is the last day to pick up a spring lift pass.
There's a metre and a half of snow and the runs are all in great shape. Spring Pass lets you ski from Mon 4th Sept till the end of the season. $449 for Adults and $269 for Kids and Seniors
There's a metre and a half of snow and the runs are all in great shape. Spring Pass lets you ski from Mon 4th Sept till the end of the season. $449 for Adults and $269 for Kids and Seniors
07 August 2017
The blizzard we've been waiting for
It's been a few years since we had a big snow storm. Starting on Friday 4th August we've had wind and whiteout and thunder and lightening - and lots of lovely dry snow.
It's been a bit chaotic on the road with trees down, power lines down, vehicle accidents and an influx of Hotham skiers unable to get up the road from Harrietville. They ran out of day car parks today. But as I write, the road has reopened to all traffic.
Ski patrol are reporting average snow depth of 150cm. The lodge is pretty full for the next few weeks but there are a few nights with beds for singles. Check the booking system
It's been a bit chaotic on the road with trees down, power lines down, vehicle accidents and an influx of Hotham skiers unable to get up the road from Harrietville. They ran out of day car parks today. But as I write, the road has reopened to all traffic.
Ski patrol are reporting average snow depth of 150cm. The lodge is pretty full for the next few weeks but there are a few nights with beds for singles. Check the booking system
Club Race
You will be shocked to learn that Ross B didn't win this year.
That makes more sense when I add that the race had to be cancelled because of the blizzard conditions.
That makes more sense when I add that the race had to be cancelled because of the blizzard conditions.
31 July 2017
Club Race - Waiver Form
When reviewing the various insurance policies held by the club, the committee was very disappointed to learn that it was not possible to obtain cover for ski racing. The risk of a member seeking to sue the club in connection with a race is tiny, but if it did arise it could be ruinous.
The lift company already requires race participants to sign a liability waiver to protect the company. The club needs adult competitors to also sign a waiver form exluding liability for the club and waiving right to sue. Competitors under 18 will need to have their adult guardian sign their form.
Participants need to decide for themselves (or their child or minor under their guardianship) that the course and conditions on the day are suitable for their skills and abilities. There is no obligation or pressure for members to participate if they are not confident about the course or conditions, regardless of whether they have previously entered or said they intended to race.
You can read/download a copy from aacfallscreek.com/xDocs/Forms/Race_Waiver.pdf
The lift company already requires race participants to sign a liability waiver to protect the company. The club needs adult competitors to also sign a waiver form exluding liability for the club and waiving right to sue. Competitors under 18 will need to have their adult guardian sign their form.
Participants need to decide for themselves (or their child or minor under their guardianship) that the course and conditions on the day are suitable for their skills and abilities. There is no obligation or pressure for members to participate if they are not confident about the course or conditions, regardless of whether they have previously entered or said they intended to race.
You can read/download a copy from aacfallscreek.com/xDocs/Forms/Race_Waiver.pdf
27 July 2017
All lifts are now open
International poma opened at lunchtime Thursday 27 July, so we now have all lifts open.
25 July 2017
Ignition: Mountain Bike season opening celebration 18-19 Nov
There's still a lot of skiing and boarding to do this season, but we know that it won't last forever. Don't despair as spring brings patches of green and the sound of running water back to the mountain, Instead start planning you summer trip to Falls.
Mountain biking at Falls gets bigger every year and the Summer 17/18 season will kick off with Ignition weekend on 18 & 19 November. This weekend is supported by 4 local craft breweries Sweetwater (Mt Beauty), Blizzard (Dinner Plain), Bright Brewery and Bridge Road (Beechworth) so the beer hall alone will be worth the trip. Features of the weekend include Gravity shuttles, backcountry rides supported by shuttles, Flowtown night ride, demo bikes, drift trikes, skill sessions, tech sessions, mechanic, dinner & brekkie, street food.
To make it easier for people to attend, the usual summer minimum booking fee ($300) will be waived for this weekend, making it just $30 per night for members, $42 for guests.
Last year this event was sold out so don't leave it too late to book.
Details at ignitionmtb.com.au
More Blue Dirt information
Mountain biking at Falls gets bigger every year and the Summer 17/18 season will kick off with Ignition weekend on 18 & 19 November. This weekend is supported by 4 local craft breweries Sweetwater (Mt Beauty), Blizzard (Dinner Plain), Bright Brewery and Bridge Road (Beechworth) so the beer hall alone will be worth the trip. Features of the weekend include Gravity shuttles, backcountry rides supported by shuttles, Flowtown night ride, demo bikes, drift trikes, skill sessions, tech sessions, mechanic, dinner & brekkie, street food.
To make it easier for people to attend, the usual summer minimum booking fee ($300) will be waived for this weekend, making it just $30 per night for members, $42 for guests.
Last year this event was sold out so don't leave it too late to book.
Details at ignitionmtb.com.au
More Blue Dirt information
19 July 2017
Booking Officer contacts details are changing
Alan Long will still be our booking officer, but after many years Ken Long Tyre Specialists has closed so contact details will change.
From 15 July, contact details will be
Phone: 03 9328 4491 (unchanged but likely to change after the season)
Email: mrkflong@bigpond.com (unchanged)
Post: 24 St James Rd Heidelberg 3084
and of course the online booking system lodgebooking.com.au/aac_falls_creek/memberPortal.php
This change also presented an opportunity to review the service provided. It is rare for bookings to be made by FAX or in person. Bookings by these means will no longer be available.
We wish Alan all the best as he enters a new stage in his career.
From 15 July, contact details will be
Phone: 03 9328 4491 (unchanged but likely to change after the season)
Email: mrkflong@bigpond.com (unchanged)
Post: 24 St James Rd Heidelberg 3084
and of course the online booking system lodgebooking.com.au/aac_falls_creek/memberPortal.php
This change also presented an opportunity to review the service provided. It is rare for bookings to be made by FAX or in person. Bookings by these means will no longer be available.
We wish Alan all the best as he enters a new stage in his career.
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