BSATSMC NEWS:

 

New Poster Presentations for 2013

• The BSATSMC will pay for your poster to be produced. This is being done to insure that there is a high quality poster to present. 
• You will download the PowerPoint Template, send it to the curriculum committee and it will be produced for you. 
• You will own the poster, it can be taken after the conference or shipped to you.
• Go the Download page of the BSATSMC website and download the PPT Template.
• Send the completed template to Jeff Monroe, monroe@ath.msu.edu
• Deadline for submission is January 7th, 2013

 

New Workshop programming for 2013

• This year we are offering extended opportunities on the two busiest days of the Conference.  Monday and Tuesday, February 4th and 5th, will feature workshops on Casting and Splinting Techniques, with Rod Walters PhD sponsored by 3M.

 

10 am Monday: http://rodwalters.com/index.cfm?action=cmf.contact&semID=211

 

10 am Tuesday: http://rodwalters.com/index.cfm?action=cmf.contact&semID=212

 

• Monday will also feature:  "Integration of Balance as Tool in Concussion Management" by Rod Walters PhD, Sponsored by Biodex  

  

2:30 pm Monday: http://rodwalters.com/index.cfm?action=cmf.contact&semID=214

 

 

 

 

 

Other Outdoor Activities at Big Sky Winter 2013 

Basecamp Office Hours

• November 24^th – December 15^th
  • 8am – 6pm
  • December 16^th- April 15^th
    • 8am-8pm

 

Zipline Tours

• Offered daily from November 24^th through April 15^th
• Weight range 45lbs-300lbs
• No age limit
• Reservations strongly recommended and there is limited space available.
• November 24^th-February 17^th
  • trips will run at 1pm (10am added on demand)
  • February 18^th-April 15^th
    •  trips will run at 1pm (3:30pm and 6:30pm added on demand)
    • Trips last 2 hours
    • All trips will meet 15 minutes prior to trip start in Basecamp
    • The zip course is accessed via a 20 minute guided snowshoe or yaktrak
    • Expert skiers/riders can ski/ride with a guide to the course if they have a valid lift ticket (for 10am and 1pm trips)
    • The course has three lines ranging from 350-475ft  in length and 45-60ft off the ground
    • Peak Season
    • Cost:  $73 ($63 for expert skiers/riders who ski/ride to the course with valid lift ticket)
      • December 24^th-January 1^st, February 18^th-March 30^th,
      • Cost: $59 ($49 for expert skiers/riders who ski/ride to the course with valid lift ticket)
        • November 24^th –December 23rd, January 2^nd-February 17^th and April
        • Cancellation Policy:  50% of the cost of all trips cancelled within 48hrs of scheduled start will be charged.
        • Employee cost:  $20 (no reservations available for employees)
        • 25% discount for immediate family members

 

Twin Zip

• Offered during Holiday Weeks (Nov. 24^th-27^th, Dec. 23^rd –Jan 1^st, Future dates TBA
• Trips will run at 3:00pm and 4:00pm
• Weight range 100lbs-250lbs (may change after more testing and adjusting of tension)
• No age limit
• Reservations strongly recommended and there is limited space available
• Experience lasts at least 45 minutes (this will be firmed up after more testing)
• All Twin Zip riders will meet in Basecamp
• Guests will be guided up to the top of the twin zip on Chet’s Knob
• Each guest will zip one line – 1600+ feet long!
• Cost:  $29 ($10 children 10 years and under with paying adult) (adults $10 and children 10 and under free with paying adult in conjunction with purchase of zipline tour.)
• Employee Cost:  TBA

 

High Ropes Course

• Offered on demand with 48 hours notice
• Weight range 45lbs-300lbs
• No age limit – winter age recommendation ages 11 and up
• Reservations required 48 hours ahead of time
• Experience lasts 2-3 hours
• All trips will meet in Basecamp 15 minutes prior to scheduled trip start
• The high ropes course is accessed via a 20 minute guided snowshoe or yaktrax
• Our course has ten traversing elements approximately 35ft in the air as well as three vertical access elements
• Cost:  $63
• Employee Cost:  $20 (we can have full employee trips with 6+ employees – employees must gather the group and contact Basecamp 48 hours ahead of time).
• 25% discount for immediate family members

 

Tube Park

• Offered daily from December 16^th thru April 15^th
• Open to all – geared for kids 6-11 years of age
• Riders must be able to ride alone
• Reservations strongly recommended and there is limited space available
• Tickets available in Basecamp and Snowsports School
• The Tube Park is accessed via “Middle Mountain” and “Adrian’s Way
  • Guides will lead guests up to the Tube Park at 4:30 and 5:30 – Meet at Basecamp
  • Cost:  $15
  • Employee Cost:  $10
  • Group pricing available through Sales and Marketing

 

Climbing Wall

• Offered daily from November 24^th through April 15^th
  • the Climbing Wall will be open from 3:30-6pm
  • Weight range 45-250lbs
  • No age limit
  • No reservations necessary
  • Tickets available in Basecamp and Snowsports School
  • The Climbing Wall is located just outside of Basecamp
  • Cost:  $11 for one session and $22 for three sessions (transferable)
  • Employee Cost:  Free as long as no guests are climbing

 

Bungee Trampoline

• Offered daily from November 24^th through April 15^th
  • the Bungee Trampoline will be open from 3:30-6pm
  • Weight range 20-200lbs
  • No age limit – no flipping for adults or any participants over 120lbs.
  • No reservations necessary
  • Tickets available in Basecamp and Snowsports School
  • The Bungee Trampoline is located just outside of Basecamp
  • Cost:  $11 for one session and $22 for three sessions (transferable)
  • Employee Cost:  Free as long as no guests are jumping

 

Unlimited Products – buy a package and save

• Unlimited Bungee Trampoline, Climbing Wall - $26
  • Non-transferable
  • Good for one day of operation
  • All other restrictions apply

 

Guided Snowshoe Tours

• Offered daily from November 24^th through April 15^th
• Tours go out at 1:15pm
• No age limit – recommended for adults and children 12 years and older
• Reservations recommended
• Tickets available in Basecamp and Snowsports School
• Snowshoe Tours will meet in the Snowsports Office
• Tours take place on Moose Tracks
• Cost:  $44
• Employee Cost:  Free depending on availability; there must be at least one paying guest

 

Guided Snowcat Tours

• Offered daily from November 24^th  through April 15^th
• Tours go out at 4:30 and 5:00.
• 2 cats will go out at each time
• 1 adult rider per cat (one child 75lbs or under may ride on the adult’s lap)
• No age limit
• Trips must be booked no later than 3PM same day
• Tickets available in Basecamp and Snowsports School
• Snowcat Tours will meet in Basecamp; a Basecamp staff member will escort guest to the snowcat, help the guest into the snowcat and meet the guest upon return.
• Tours typically take place on Andesite Mountain (up Ambush, around Pinnacle and down Tippy’s, Silver Knife or Africa.
• The ride takes about 30 minutes.
• Cost:  $82
• Employee Cost:  $82

 

Laser Tag

• Offered on demand with 48 hour notice
• 2 hour session at 4:30pm 
•  Recommended for ages 6 and up 
• Course will be set up in the Tennis Court 
• Tickets available in Basecamp and Snowsports School
• Reservations required 
• Cost: $39