* Weekend Past Notoriety Our cow-clad clan has become Okemo famous. On Saturday I was amazed at the number of onlookers marveling at the squad. (Sure, the costumes were a hit, but I like to think it was because of their great skiing.) Countless Okemo guests asked for photos. For example, this guy stated that he (seriously) works for the USDA. He suggested…
* Weekend Past As coaches, we garner pleasure from simple items: an athlete mastering a long-practiced skill, displays of sportsmanship and good citizenry, ‘Aha moments’ when kids put it all together, and of course, signs that skiing together has indeed fostered some new friendships. When the first cow-clad Devo arrived on Saturday morning I was a little perplexed. However, once the…
Greetings Devos ! * Be Our Valentine ♥️ We have a plan in place for this Saturday, February 10th ! Emma’s mom has generously purchased scratch-off tickets, and prepared envelopes for distribution to the 85 lifties and ticket scanners covering Okemo’s 20 lifts. As a show of gratitude, Devos will personally distribute the envelopes throughout the ski day. We will also be crafting…
Well, a few lift closures, and other transportation issues (e.g. finding alternative means of commuting from Jackson Gore to the main base at 8:00 am) made for a challenged morning. While I receive frequent mountain updates, thanks to those of you who reached out to me with ‘on-the-ground’ details. Ultimately, each of our coaches reported having solid day. * And If…
* It snowed…. and then …. well, you know, it is New England (No, not a Devo) Congrats to those who braved the day last Saturday, from what I am told those who survived were rewarded with very good snow conditions. (Kudos to Nima, Goran, Garrett and Brian for shepherding the ‘dwindling’ crew for as long as they were willing to stay…
* The Long-Lost Pole Plant Pretty unattractive. I’d be OK losing this pole plant. But, not so with this one … For sure, there is a powerful pole plant hidden in the snow Our Devo ‘curriculum’ is progressing from snow up … from feet to ankles, shins, knees, and higher. Last weekend we ‘detoured’ with work on hand position and proper pole…