What's happening in NRM

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Have a question about your membership or becoming a member?

Chances are pretty good that someone else has the same question. Check out the updated membership frequently asked questions page. If you can't find the answer here, contact a board member near you or the NRM office.

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Fall Fest 2010 - December 10-12 - Big Sky

This December NRM will once again be hosting Fall Fest in Big Sky. Join us for early-season fun at NRM's largest annual event. This year's Fest will begin Friday evening, Dec. 10 and will run through Sunday, Dec. 12. Weekend events and activities will include two full days of clinics plus Friday and Saturday après ski festivities.

In addition to the outstanding NRM Ed Team, two members of the National Alpine Team - Nick Herrin and Jeb Boyd - will also be leading clinics. Event details will be posted soon so stay tuned!

Interested in being an event sponsor? Contact the NRM office at info@psia-nrm.org or 406-581-6139.

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Now accepting article submissions for fall newsletter

Anything interesting happen over the summer that ties into PSIA-AASI?

Have you called upon your NRM skills, training and knowledge while instructing in New Zealand, as an outdoor guide/instructor or other profession?

Any tips for getting in gear - physically and mentally - for the upcoming season?

What does being a member of PSIA-AASI and NRM mean to you?

We want to hear about it!

Deadline for article submission is Sept. 17, 2010. Send all submissions (verbiage and photos) to the NRM office at info@psia-nrm.org. Please note copy will be edited for content, clarity and accuracy (if educational in nature). Not all articles are guaranteed inclusion.

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Missed the June membership renewal deadline? No problem, you can still renew online (yes, there is a late fee)

The annual PSIA/AASI-NRM membership cycle runs from July 1 - June 30. The quickest and easiest way to renew is to login and pay online. Note - dues processed after the June 30 deadline will incur a $15 late fee. While you're logged in, check out the great selection of pro deals!

You can also pay over the phone at (303) 987-9390 or mail your payment to the national office at
PSIA/AASI
133 South Van Gordon Street, Ste. 200
Lakewood, CO 80228

Still have questions? Contact Turi in the NRM office at (406) 581-6139.

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Announcing the election and appointment of Eric Sheckleton and Eliza Kuntz

By Michael Hickey, NRM President

This past weekend the Board of Directors of PSIA-AASI held a meeting in Golden, Colorado. Two of the items on our agenda were the election of a new president/chairman of the board and the appointment of a new representative to the board from NRM. Eric Sheckleton was unanimously elected to the position of president/chairman of the board, and Eliza Kuntz was appointed as the new board representative. I want to pass along congratulations to both of our fellow members. All of us on the NRM board of directors, as well as the national board of directors, are confident that they will do an exemplary job representing the entire national membership.

Eric Sheckleton, PSIA-AASI President/Chairman of the Board

I want to thank the members of NRM for allowing me to represent our division over the past ten years. It has truly been an honor for me. NRM is considered a small division, but it covers a large amount of territory. I believe our geography leads to our diversity. I often am amazed at the great ideas that develop from various NRM meetings. These ideas are always focused on creating a better experience for the member and often involve a volunteer effort in order to keep expenses low. NRM is lucky to have such a great group of leaders.

Though I will no longer represent the division formally, I will continue to represent the membership as I lead our association into the future. I will continue to stay active in NRM as a snowboard and alpine clinician. This is one way for me to stay in touch with your needs. Please continue to share your ideas and feedback with me.

Thank you,
Eric

Eliza Kuntz, PSIA-AASI Northern Rocky Mountain Division National Representative

Our NRM president, board of directors, executive director, committee members and committee chairs volunteer thousands of collaborative hours to maintain this organization and are a talented group that is tasked with moving NRM into the future. It is an honor to be given the opportunity to continue to work with all of these dedicated snowsports professionals and to be part of the bridge between the national board of directors and NRM's membership and leadership as we move into the future. We are all part of an organization that is over 30,000 strong. I hope that I can make a difference in your ability to "inspire lifelong passion for the mountain experience!" Thanks go to Eric Sheckleton, Michael Hickey and our NRM board members for allowing me this opportunity!

- Eliza