2008 ANNUAL FAR WEST SKI ASSOCIATION CONVENTION
June 5-8, 2008
Bellevue, Washington
Meydenbauer Center
and
The Westin Bellevue
600 Bellevue Way, NE
Bellevue, WA 98004
425.638.1000
Hosted by Northwest Ski Club Council
For complete information about the 2008 FWSA Convention [Click Here]
Learn what a Far West Convention is all about - Convention 101
To see the photos and information about
The 2007 FWSA Convention in Santa Clara, California
and previous FWSA Conventions [Click Here]
WHAT TO EXPECT AT A FAR WEST CONVENTION
Each year, the Far West Ski Association Convention is held in late May or early June. Activities at the Convention include:
A Silent Auction on Friday night offers up to 100 ski trips in North America and Europe at bargain prices.
The follow-up Travel Expo on Saturday morning provides an opportunity to meet with resort and travel representatives.
- Fun activities including a pub crawl on Thursday evening. Friday activities include your choice between golf and tennis tournaments, or something special from the local scene.
- Interaction with ski celebrities and industry representatives. Talk with Olympic racers, ski area owners, tour operators, US Forest Service directors and National Ski Areas Association representatives.
- Saturday seminars on interesting topics related to ski club operations and public affairs.
Outstanding speakers are invited to discuss issues as they relate to skiers and clubs.
- Saturday night Awards Banquet and Dance. Awards are presented for outstanding service by individual members of FWSA and members of the industry and media.
- Sunday business meeting and election of officers.
We invite you to attend the annual FWSA Convention and enjoy the camaraderie of an association of over 170 clubs in 10 western states. All clubs and members share much in common including an interest in a wide variety of snowsport, athletic and social activities, club management issues, ski racing and travel. Become an active participant in an organization that is truly "The Voice of the Western Skier."
