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Early end of season announced - Wed 20 September
Falls Creek Ski Lifts have announced that the season will end on Wed 20 September because "this last week of warm and windy weather, along with the forecast of more of the same, with some rain, means we will not be able to operate safely past this Wednesday".
Time to start planning your Green Season visit to the lodge.
- Last Updated: 13 October 2023 13 October 2023
Race Results 2023
The race was held in foggy conditions on Father Fosters. A good course, with few icy sections but very low visibility.
Thanks to Ella B for the video
Sam Barker Memorial
- Reeve R
- Carrie H
- Gerard B
Women
- Melissa C
- Emma P
- Natasha P
Men
- Ross B
- Mathew W
- Tim C
Masters - Women
- Vivienne W
- Bronwyn W
- Lynn C
Masters - Men
- Ross B
- Gerard G-S
- John C
Overall Results
14 |
Ross B |
36.31 |
37.85 |
1:14.16 |
|
17 |
Mathew W |
36.81 |
37.55 |
1:14.36 |
+0.20 |
19 |
Tim C |
37.97 |
38.22 |
1:16.19 |
+2.03 |
18 |
Harry C |
38.55 |
37.88 |
1:16.43 |
+2.27 |
20 |
William C |
40.04 |
38.86 |
1:18.90 |
+4.74 |
15 |
Melissa C |
38:91 |
40:16 |
1:19.07 |
+4.91 |
15 |
Gerard G-S |
40.06 |
39.11 |
1:19.17 |
+5.01 |
5 |
Emma P |
41.46 |
44.05 |
1:25.51 |
+11.35 |
8 |
Natasha P |
42.75 |
43.15 |
1:25.90 |
+11.74 |
24 |
Jonathan G-S |
47.00 |
45.18 |
1:32.18 |
+18.02 |
23 |
Andrew R |
46.52 |
46.15 |
1:32.67 |
+18.51 |
6 |
Vivienne W |
45.55 |
47.74 |
1:33.29 |
+19.13 |
22 |
John C |
45.42 |
48.21 |
1:33.63 |
+19.47 |
7 |
Sophie W |
51.11 |
52.10 |
1:43.21 |
+29.05 |
30 |
Malcolm M |
54.55 |
49.41 |
1:43.96 |
+29.80 |
13 |
Jess M |
56.45 |
53.88 |
1:50.33 |
+36.17 |
10 |
Bronwyn W |
56.58 |
58.31 |
1:54.89 |
+40.73 |
33 |
Paul B |
56.84 |
58.59 |
1:55.43 |
+41.27 |
31 |
Robert H |
59.23 |
57.71 |
1:56.94 |
+42.78 |
25 |
Noel P |
1:00.50 |
1:00.46 |
2:00.96 |
+46.80 |
32 |
William H |
1:02.93 |
1:00.28 |
2:03.21 |
+49.05 |
11 |
Susan H |
1:01.29 |
1:02.14 |
2:03.43 |
+49.27 |
3 |
Reeve R |
1:03.87 |
1:04.47 |
2:08.34 |
+54.18 |
1 |
Carrie H |
1:06.04 |
1:09.53 |
2:15.57 |
+1:01.41 |
9 |
Lynn C |
58.26 |
1:21.78 |
2:20.04 |
+1:05.88 |
2 |
Gerard B |
1:10.78 |
1:16.84 |
2:27.62 |
+1:13.46 |
12 |
Deborah K |
1:21.40 |
1:25.25 |
2:46.65 |
+1:32.49 |
- Last Updated: 13 October 2023 13 October 2023
Race Dinner 23
After the race, it's time to catch up with friends at the annual race dinner.
Jess had some help in the kitchen.
This year the theme was black and white. From bowties to shorts
Penguin suits of all sorts
and a cameo apperance by a mystery dancer
Thanks to everyone who helped make the night a success. especially Jess, Lynn and race captain John
- Last Updated: 13 October 2023 13 October 2023
Emergency contacts - add one in the booking system
A member became ill during his lodge stay and had to be transported to hospital. Everything turned out OK, but it made us think about how we could contact next-of-kin or another emergency contact in a similar situation. We recommend that you add an Emergency Contact to your member record in the booking system.
In menu Members->View My Details you can insert in the Comment field something like Emergency Contact: Fred Bloggs 0412 345 678. Then hit the Update button near top left. In an Emergency the booking officer or other authorised club officials can then look up that record.
This is a recommendation for the peace of mind of you and your family/close friends. It is by no means compulsory.
(If you choose to write an Emergency Contact in the Guest Notes for a specific booking, it may not be found for other bookings. Putting it in the member details should make it easier to find)
- Last Updated: 24 August 2023 24 August 2023
Lodge Manager extending!
The Committee is delighted that our Lodge Manager, Jess McAllister has accepted the offer to extend her tenure through to the end of the 2024 snow season.
Following their first season in 2022, Jess, Craig, Lucy, Hamish and Gus have become a terrific (and fun) part of the AAC Falls Creek family.
Thanks for making our stays great, and we all look forward to seeing you for the rest of 2023 and again in 2024 for your third season.
- Last Updated: 28 August 2023 28 August 2023
A great start to the season
June snowfalls meant that most lifts were open for school holidays. And by 13 July, even International was running.
This graph from This Week in Falls Creek still tells the story of our June snow against the average year. There is still time to grab a few vacancies in August and plenty in September
The resort is trying to reduce waste so information is mainly online. The Insider Guide has all the most important info about Falls Creek, including taril maps, ski lesson information, places to eat. You can download it here of via a QR code poster in the foyer at the lodge. There is also a QR code for making bookings for the Windy Corner toboggan slope.
Jess is posting some beautiful photos as the season unfolds. You can see images like this at @lodgemanageraacfc on Instagram.
Also check out @aacfc on Instagram and @fallshuette on Facebook for more snowy goodness
- Last Updated: 28 August 2023 28 August 2023
Busy weekends
July has seen the resort car parks filling up on weekends and entry refused to those who have not planned ahead. This could happen on other busy days.
Holders of resort entry season passes will be allowed entry, as will anyone with pre-purchased resort entry or proof of booked accommodation. So be prepared. Buy your entry permit ahead of time (which is cheaper anyway) or be ready to show your booking confirmation if requested.
- Last Updated: 28 August 2023 28 August 2023
Sunny September
The snow gods have been kind to us so far this year but there has not been a lot of sunshine. September can be lovely skiing. There is still usually a good depth of snow, the days are longer and the sun shines on many days. It's a perfect time for a relaxed stay, and ideal if you are introducing beginners to the snow.
Grand Final weekend is a great atmosphere on the mountain, especially at the FC Hotel next door.
Don't forget that members can grab a cheeky midweek stay (5 nights) for just $234 in off-peak, even less from 22 Sept.
- Last Updated: 24 August 2023 24 August 2023
Christmas in July
July 24 is the night for a little christmas merriness.
We put up some decorations, play some carols and brew up some glühwein. The rest is up to you. If you are coming to the lodge that week, bring some yuletide fare and festive spirit and enjoy our Christmas in July.
- Last Updated: 24 August 2023 24 August 2023
FCAA discount cards 2023
Our membership of Falls Creek Alpine Association entitles the club to a limited number of discount cards. The cards need to be shared so they are pinned to the board on the firewood cupboard. If you are using a card, please return it asap so thgat others can benefit too.
This year the discounts offered are
Falls Creek Hotel | 10% off food & drink at lunchtime |
Attunga | 10% off dinner meals |
Feathertop | 10% off food & drink when dining |
Central Snowsports | 20% off rental in FC. 50% off in final weeks |
Yogi's | 10% off gear hire and some retail (excl boots) |
Halley's | 10% off all hire equipment & clothing |
JB's at Karelia | 10% off all main meals |
Brown Brothers | 20% off 6 or more bottles at cellar door |
Sam Miranda | 10% off 12 or more bottles from current shelf lines |
EMC at Snowski |
10% off, excl already discounted 25% off Masterfit Instaprint footbeds |
Roof Carrier Systems | 10% off rentals of chains and ski boxes $30 allowance on Thule, Rhino, Yakima ski carriers $30 allowance on Konig, Rud, Thule chains |
- Last Updated: 24 August 2023 24 August 2023