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Fundraising for Mt. Baker Cabin!

We are making these shirts in order to raise money to offset the increasing costs of the cabin. If you are interested to have yours, let us know model and sizes, this information is needed by March 23rd. Payment methods: by e-transfer (email swissoutdoorsevents@gmail.com) or cheque to Swiss Outdoors Club sent to our regular address: PO Box 32021 Walnut Grove, Langley BC. V1M 2M3.

They can be picked up at the events we have planned or to your address with an extra charge (according to quantity and Postal Code).

Prices: Adults (men or ladies) $20.00 (sizes XS, S, M, L, XL)
           Children (size 4 to 14)  $15.00

Available scripts:

  • If you are not crashing, you are not skiing
  • Keep calm and say Chuchichäschtli
  • Hike more, worry less
  • Enjoy life, play outside

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2018 AGM of the SSV – March 12, 2018

The AGM of the Swiss Society of Vancouver takes place on Monday, March 12, at 7:00 PM at the Edmonds Community Center, located at 7433 Edmonds Street in Burnaby.

The Board of Directors of the SSV cordially invites all members to attend and look forward to seeing you at the AGM.

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Outdoor’s Club Program for 2018

The Outdoor Club has released its program for activities in 2018! Take a look below. For all events of the SSV (including Outdoors Club, Choir concerts, seniors events), please refer to http://www.swiss-society.org/events

Please note, the details to the events (location, time, etc.) are distributed to the members regularly via email. Activities are subject to change according to weather conditions.

Jan 17 – Movie “the Divine Order” at Tiford Movie Theatre, North Vancouver
Jan 24 – AGM of the Outdoors Club, Edmonds Community Center
Feb 9/10 – Overnight at Tyrol Lodge, Whistler & snowshoeing in Callaghan Valley
Feb 17/18 – Skiing and overnight at Mt. Baker cabin
Feb 24 – Snowtubing at Cypress Mountain
Mar 3 – Snowshoeing (hiking) at Deep Cove
Mar 5 – Movie “the Divine Order” at Silversity The Junction, Mission
Apr 8 – Easter egg hunting
May 12 – Mothers day fondue dinner
May 26/27 – Hike and camping trip to Golden ears
Jun 2 – Baker cabin clean-up
Jun 9 – Hiking the Chief
Jun 17 – Fathers day brunch & Soccer World Cup (CH vs Brasil)
Jun 22 – Soccer World Cup (CH vs Serbia)
Jun 27 – Soccer World Cup (CH vs Costa Rica)
Jul 14/15 – Hiking and overnight at Mt. Baker cabin
Jul 28 – Swiss National Day (“1. August”)
Aug 25 – Poker Car Rally from west Van to Harrison & dinner
Sept 15/16 – Family Picnic at Mt. Baker cabin
Oct – Hike at Minnekhada and Metzgete (date tbd)
Oct – Jass tournament (date tbd)
Nov – Jass & poker tournament (date tbd)
Nov – Eagle watching & hike at Brackendale (date tbd)
Dec 9 – Waldweihnacht
Dec – Ski weekend and new years eve at Mt. Baker cabin

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Outdoor Club – 2018 AGM

Dear members, unfortunately there was a mistake in the last Herald that had the wrong date for the AGM in it, our sincere apologies. The correct date is Wednesday, January 24th!

Please join us on Wednesday, January 24th, 2018 at 7:00 pm at the Edmonds Community Centre – 7433 Edmonds Street, Burnaby. Underground parking entrance is off of Fulton Ave or Humphries Ave, take the elevator to 2nd floor.

You will hear how our year has been and what we are planning for this coming year.

We will introduce our NEW executive board members, that have an amazing 2018 activities planned for every member. We have a surprise waiting for special members.

If you are not a member yet, you can join us now, know the benefits of your membership, such as special events and ski cabin rental at Mt Baker WA.

Refreshments: Coffee, tea, and sandwiches will be served.

We would appreciate if participants would bring some your favorite cake or cookies for all to enjoy.

Note: we will have paper plates available.

Thank you for supporting your club,

Jacques Goldschmidt
Swiss Outdoors Club

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Swiss Outdoor Club of Vancouver – Annual General Meeting

We invite you to our 2018 AGM

Please join us on Wednesday, January 24th, 2018 at 7:00 pm at the Edmonds Community Centre – 7433 Edmonds Street, Burnaby.
 
Underground parking entrance is off of Fulton Ave or Humphries Ave, take the elevator to 2nd floor.
 
You will hear how our year has been and what we are planning for this coming year.
 
We will introduce our NEW executive board members, that have an amazing 2018 activities planned for every member. We have a surprise waiting for special members.
 
If you are not a member yet, you can join us now, know the benefits of your membership, such as special events and ski cabin rental at Mt Baker WA.
 
Refreshments: Coffee, tea, and sandwiches will be served.
 
We would appreciate if participants would bring some your favorite cake or cookies for all to enjoy.
 
Note: we will have paper plates available.
 
Thank you for supporting your club,
 
Jacques Goldschmidt
Swiss Outdoors Club

 

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Waldweihnacht

The Swiss Outdoors Club invites you to Waldweihnacht!

Date:        December 17, 2017 at 6:00 pm
Location:  Mount Seymour Road at last sharp left turn before the ski hill parking lot (Swiss flag will be at roadside), turn left into parking lot of Seymour group campsite.

At 6 pm we will proceed to the forest clearing and have a good old fashion Christmas sing-along by the Christmas tree with real candles.

We will continue along the trail to a cabin in the woods and warm up by a roaring wood fireplace sit around tables covered with goodies. Glühwein, hot chocolate will be served.

If all children are good, Santa will make an appearance

Important: Please come well dressed for cold winter conditions. Snow boots, warms clothes and walking sticks, as well as rain gear, may be needed. Bring flashlights or headlamps to find your way.

For more information please contact
Jacques Goldschmidt – 6049966253
email: goldschmidt.jaques@gmail.com