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Western Ski Heritage Prize:
Judith Miller, Jane Wyckoff
& Steve Markman
The recipients of the 2019 Western Ski Heritage Prize are Judith Miller, Jane Wyckoff and Steve Markman for A History of Single
Ski Club of Los Angeles on its 50th Anniversary.
The memento booklet was distributed to the 250 attendees (including 29 Past Presidents) at the club's 50th Anniversary Celebration,
and is available as a digital edition. It was the intent of the publication
to provide an historical and pictorial journey through the first 50 years
of the club's history. It provided a lasting memento of the countless activities, achievements and contributions of the club.
From its inception, SSC provided leadership and volunteer support on all levels of organized skiing. It was "ahead of its time" in volunteer efforts and financial contributions to charities and community
organizations. Noteworthy in the club's history is a 49th Assembly
District Community Architect Award from the Honorable Gwen
Moore, where it was commended for 25 years of existence and for
"helping to build a better community".
The Single Ski Club history captures a time when skiing evolved
rapidly from a sport for an elite slice of America into mass recreation.
This resulted in the formation of many clubs oriented to the pleasures
of skiing with friends rather than the challenges of competition.
This capture of history stands alone as that of an outstanding
club that operated for over 55 years before closing its operations. Many
of the former members still maintain social contact through an online
Social Group, and conduct events. The most recent event was a Reunion Dinner held on May 29 at the Marina City Club, where the club
used to meet.
Research for the project included 600 issues of The Single Skier
newsletter; the Far West Skier's News; club meeting minutes beginning
with the first meeting, the 10th, 20th, 25th and 40th Mementos, and
the "stories" and pictures shared by the members.
Judith Miller joined SSC in 1972, was President 2009 - 10, and
editor of the 40th Anniversary Memento. Judith was also a President of
Los Angeles Council, a VP of Communications for FWSA and Chairman of Elske League. She has been a participant in the USARC's Ski-

Larry Young, Senior Sales Manager, Steamboat Ski &
Resort Corporation, presented the Western Ski Heritage
Prize to Jane Wyckoff and Judith Miller, authors of,
"A History of Single Ski Club of Los Angeles on its 50th
Anniversary". Steamboat has sponsored the program
since 2000. Eric Van Pelt Photography

A-Thon at Bear Mountain and ran marathons to raise funds for the
American Stroke Association.
Jane Wyckoff joined Single Ski Club in 1969, served as President
in 1974 - 75, and was the editor of the SSC's 10th Anniversary Memento. She was also a President of Los Angeles Council of Ski Clubs
and Far West Ski Association, and a member of the National Ski Patrol. She is the Assistant Editor of the Far West Skier's Guide and the
2015 recipient of the Bill Berry Award for Hard News.
Steve Markman joined Single Ski Club in 2001, and as a skilled
graphic artist, devoted numerous volunteer hours designing flyers and
newsletters for the club and Los Angeles Council. He was SSC's Annual Merit Award winner for 2009 - 10 for distinguished service and
meaningful contribution of time and effort to the club.
The Western Ski Heritage Prize is sponsored by Steamboat Ski
& Resort Corporation. The winner is awarded a trip for two to Steamboat. ss

President's Awards - 2019

Debbi Kor &
Connie Burdette
Receive 2019
President's Award
The President's Award is given to an
individual who the President of the Far West
Ski Association feels has done the most to
advance the immediate goals of Far West
snowsports during the previous year.
LEFT PHOTO: President Gloria Raminha
above photo provided by
(right) honored Debbi Kor (left) for her
Connie Burdette
FWSA Convention, Sponsorship and
Eric Van Pelt Photography
Marketing achievements.
Connie Burdette, retiring editor of The Councilman, also was awarded
the coveted President's Award at the 2019 FWSA Convention. ss

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