Neither cold nor wind nor lack of a full moon proved a deterrent to the 75 hearty members of CVOA who showed up for the annual ski, skate and stew event.
The event was organized by Jan Mildram and Anne Hanson, with help from Bonnie Farrar, Becky Dick and Scott Dolan.
Bonnie led the skiers on the trek from the main lodge to the warming hut and back while Becky led the snowshoers. Others skated on the rink or hung around the lodge waiting dinner.
“After many years off skates, they felt like kids again,” said Jan. “And the great spirits took the chill out of the air.”
Although a lengthy meeting prevented the board of directors from strapping on skates and skis, they were back at the lodge in time for dinner which “tasted delicious as always,” said Jan.
The menu featured an assortment of appetizers, a wide variety of soups, stews and chowders and a table of desserts.
“Everyone was reminded how enjoyable the facilities at the touring center are. Our thanks go out to Scott and his crew,” said Jan.
The next event will be a day-trip to Mt. Megantic in Quebec March 12 for snow-shoeing and cross country skiing in a beautiful provincial park just an hour from Sugarloaf.