President's Report - July 2009

It is a privilege to have been appointed to the position of President by the Committee of Winter Group Inc. Even though I haven't skied with the group, I have enjoyed getting to know most of you through pub nights and camping weekends.

It is my intention to continue informal meetings where decisions are arrived at by consensus wherever possible. I should also let you know that, on the snow, I am more likely to join a ramble around Sun Valley (with a stop a Dickey Knees for coffee) than to lead a day tour around the Bogong High Plains.

Having witnessed a good start to the season that has dissipated somewhat due to rain on the snow, I would encourage you to do what you can to slow global warming and climate change. The future of cross-country skiing in Victoria is very much dependant on how successfully (or otherwise) humanity tackles this problem.

I look forward to seeing you on the snow or at a pub night in the near future and discussing what the club can do to improve your enjoyment of skiing.

All the best

David Tomkins