The 2009 Risky Skier trip to Reno is fast approaching and preparations here at RiskySkier.Com are coming along fast and furious! The only real issue is Mr. Risky himself, Reed, has decided to take off for the sunny tropics for the next two weeks! So when he shows up at the Masthead on Monday night, you can all express your heartfelt condolences for his jet lag . . .

This will be a much smaller, more intimate trip than many past, with only 20 Risky Skiers signed up (and three of those by word of mouth only). Due to the supreme lack of interest, the management team had decided to forgo some of the more elegant features of the trip in favor of keeping more gambling money in the hands of the members. This year buses will be provided gratis by the ski resorts, however, we aren't sure how that effects to usual Jungle Juice stop. Flasks may be the order of the day.

Squaw Valley will once again host our boys on Thursday, with the usual bowing down towards Norstar to take place on Friday. There will be a lunch voucher provided at one of the resorts.

However, the most important feature of any Risky Ski trip is still there - the Signature Hat! Details will be a surprise to all except those with a need to know clearance.

Since Reed will be floating in the Carribean up until the last possible moment, we won't know the exact cost of the trip (payable to him as always) but due to the lack of a hired bus, it should be a bit less than last year. If you are prepared for last year's tab, this year will be a pleasant surprise!

See you all at the Masthead on the 2nd for final de-briefing of the Rookies.

Don't forget to check out the teaser video at the bottom of the Videos Page (hidden in the link for Media for those of you who are internet challenged!

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