Chamonix, France

Opening Date: 30 September 2020

Final Pay Date: 18 November 2020

Trip Brief: 6 January 2021

Chamonix...What more needs to be said.  Mont Blanc has been on the Grand Tour as long as there has been snow in the Alps.  This is the most epic of epic destinations.

Trip Description and Mountain Information When I think of extreme skiing, I think Chamonix.  Mont Blanc has been leading the world in off-piste skiing for decades.  This area of the French Alps has been the center of ski videos since Warren Miller featured the area all the way back to the 1980's. (https://www.chamonix.com/skis-areas,22,en.html)

The Chamonix-Mont Blanc area boasts 11 ski areas.  5 Resorts at high altitude, and 6 in valley ski areas.  This area will provide EVERY type of skiing and riding you can imagine.  It's known to have some of the biggest, steepest couleurs as well as the most mellow bunny hills leading into the valley.  Don't be scared off by the extreme stuff, there are more than enough mellow runs to keep anyone entertained for this long weekend trip.

This year we are staying at a hotel in the center of town just feet from the lifts.

I cannot say enough how amazing this valley is. For those who just want to enjoy the mountains and beautiful scenery, you can go sledding, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, and as always APRES SKI!

Equipment Rentals: For Equipment rentals you can always check out Outdoor Recreation on Ramstein, or you can easily rent on the slopes at one of their many retailers. We highly recommend  https://www.oshopchamonix.com/fr

Ski School: We highly recommend you check out http://chamonixskiinstruction.com/ for ski school options!

Other Activities in the Area: Chamonix has plenty of options for those not wishing to ski! From Paragliding,(Fly Chamonix, Absolute Chamonix Parapente)  to Dog Sledding, Snowshoeing and Ice Skating. This trip has plenty for everyone!

Restaurant Recommendations: Chamonix has many many options for your inner foodie. From Munchie, to Chez Constant, to Bighorn Bistro and Bakery, there are many options that will make your stomach happy! Elevation 1904 is a great place to go for some Après Ski!

What is Included:

Round trip bus transport / Lodging / Water, adult beverages, and snacks on the bus / breakfast at the hotel.

What is NOT included:

Lift Tickets / Ski & Snowboarding Equipment / Ski & Snowboard Lessons / Lunch/dinner

The Fine Print

Covid-19 Info: As borders remain open, trips will run as planned. If the borders remain open but the military is unable to go due to military guidance, will will try our best to obtain some refund, but we can not guarantee that since the club may still be charged by the bus and hotels.

By purchasing a ticket for this event, you agree to the following liability release:

I expressly consent to participate in the Tannenbaum Ski Club. I understand that the sports of skiing, snowboarding and other recreational activities involve risks of injury, grievous bodily harm and/or death. In consideration for being permitted to participate in the Tannenbaum Ski Club, I voluntarily agree to expressly assume all risks of injury, grievous bodily harm and/or death that may result from skiing, snowboarding or other recreational activities while with the Tannenbaum Ski Club.

I hereby agree to release and hold harmless the Tannenbaum Ski Club, its officers, board, volunteers and agents (collectively “Providers”) from all liability for injury, death, property loss and any other damages that may result from participation in the Tannenbaum Ski Club. This includes but is not limited to, those damages that arise from the sports of skiing or snowboarding. This release is intended to cover any and all activities of the Tannenbaum Ski Club, including any and all liability which results from the negligence or gross negligence of the Providers.

I further agree to defend and indemnify the Providers for any claims or lawsuits arising out of personal injury, death, property loss, or any other damages to any person, caused by, related to or arising out of my participation in the Tannenbaum Ski Club.

I further agree to release and hold harmless the Providers for the negligent and/or intentional acts of others, including but not limited to, the acts of other Participants or other Providers that may arise from my participation in the Tannenbaum Ski Club. This includes any claim for failure to supervise, failure to enforce and failure to advise or provide information regarding local conditions, laws, rules or regulations.

I agree to ski and snowboard safely at all times, to conduct myself in a proper manner and to comply with the rules and policies of the Tannenbaum Ski Club, and to obey all instructions given by the Tannenbaum Ski Club and/or its Providers. It is my responsibility to always be alert and aware of my surroundings and to be aware of all local conditions and abide by all local laws and rules during my participation in the Tannenbaum Ski Club. “Local” includes any and all locations, whether or not in Germany, that I travel to or through during the course of my participation in the Tannenbaum Ski Club. I authorize any person connected with Providers or the Tannenbaum Ski Club to administer first aid to me, as they deem necessary, and release them for any liability therefore. I authorize medical and surgical care and transportation to a medical facility or hospital for treatment necessary for my well-being, at my expense.

Furthermore, I recognize, understand and agree that there may be alcoholic beverages provided, served, or made available at any or all club functions, including the bi-monthly meetings. I take full complete and unconditional responsibility for my own actions and those of my guests and any consequences thereof, foreseeable or unforeseeable, as a result of the consumption of alcohol by myself or others and further agree to hold harmless the Tannenbaum Ski Club and its Providers from any liability as a result of such actions and/or consequences. I agree that it is my duty, and mine alone, to ensure that I consume alcohol responsibly.

I understand that the Tannenbaum Ski Club is a private, non-profit organization. It is not part of the Department of Defense (DoD) or any of its components. I understand that the Tannenbaum Ski Club is run by its members on a volunteer basis. I understand that I am not obligated in any way whatsoever to participate in any activity offered by the Tannenbaum Ski Club and that my participation is strictly voluntary and subject to advice and consent of my personal physician or health professional.

I HAVE READ, UNDERSTAND, AND VOLUNTARILY AGREE TO THIS RELEASE OF LIABILITY. I have also read the Tannenbaum Constitution and By-laws. I am agreeing to this release freely, realizing it is a legally binding agreement upon me, my estate, my heirs and assigns.