Green
How many class blocks does the Upper School have before we go skiing?
4! (3 classes plus an art block on Friday or clubs on Wednesday)
How many ski days do we have this year?
6
What does it mean to have "shakeout" permission?
Your parents have let us know that you can be released on the front side of the mountain to ski to a different base area.
What are the names of the ability-level groups that we sign up for in Homebase?
Cruisers, Speedsters, Bumps and Bowls
If you don't have a ski pass or are unable to ski, what is the name of the group you can join?
Other Snow Fun! Previously "Alternate Activity." This group will do activities like snowshoeing, ice skating, snowman building, etc.
Who do we ski with on All School Ski Day?
Our houses!
What time does the bus depart from VMS for the US on ski days?
12:15
Where do I put my skis/snowboard when I arrive to school for a ski day?
On the racks outside.
What lift do we take to start our ski day?
Chair 6/ Riva Bahn
What do I do with my school backpack on ski days?
Leave it at VMS and return to get it after skiing.
What are the goals of a VMS ski day?
Enjoy the mountain, build community, have fun!
How many inches has it snowed this season?
138 inches
Where does VMS run carpool after a ski day?
Golden peak!
What time can I pick up a sandwich and from where?
11:45 from the school store window
What's the name of the catwalk run that gets you to Golden Peak?
Windisch Way
How many lifts does Vail have? (including magic carpets and pomas)
33
Where do we eat lunch on ski days?
Students can pick up a sandwich at 11:45 and eat in their homebase.
How do I unlock my Yondr pouch on ski days?
At 11:45 you will be able to unlock your phone near the school store when you pick up a sandwich.
What if I'm not put in a ski group with my best friend?
That's OK! Ski days are about building community and getting to know other students. Please do not complain or ask to switch groups.
Stay together
Bar down on chairlift
Always meet outside the maze
No cliffs, no jumps, no terrain park
In bounds skiing only