FALL LINE 

Newsletter of the Knoxville Ski & Outing Club, Member of Crescent Ski Council

Editor: Jeannine Dunn

March 2022

Lady shredders; Susan Wise, Jennifer Emch, Beverly Coleman, JoAnn Brundage at Steamboat Springs.

Photo credit: Jennifer Emch February 2022.

 Jeannine Dunn,

THE PREZ SAYS -  MARCH 2022 EDITIONTHE PREZ SAYS -  MARCH 2022 EDITION 

By Bill Schwenterly - KSOC President

KNOXVILLE SKI & OUTING CLUB

OFFICER ELECTIONS - NOMINATIONS ARE STILL OPEN!

WE NEED YOU TO BE INVOLVED!

March is almost upon us, and Officer Elections are to be held in April 2022. We normally hold our elections during our Annual Meeting. Last February and March, COVID-19 was just getting underway, preventing us from having general meetings in person. So with COVID-19 on the downswing, we hope to have our Annual Meeting in person at last! It will be so great to see many, many KSOC members there.

We are proud to announce our initial slate of Officer nominations.

President – Bill Schwenterly (this would be his third year)

Internal Vice President – Jennifer Emch (This would be her third year)

External Vice President – Carole Mustaleski (many years in this position)

Treasurer – Julie Stringfield (just started this position in January)

Secretary – Robyn Ulrich (this would be her third year)

These officers have been doing a great job, and KSOC is in great shape. But these people are not going to do this forever, so some of you out there could gain leadership experience and learn the skills necessary to make an organization and your career succeed. You can start easy by joining one of our committees and just putting in a little effort.

Nominations are open for other candidates.

We still need volunteers to serve on the Electoral Committee. The time needed is minimal, and these KSOC members help solicit candidates and run elections during our Annual Meeting. It would be great to see some of our wonderful members get involved for this short-duration task.

Thank you very much, and you can contact me to make nominations and to serve on the Electoral Committee at:

Mary Anne Koltowich, Immediate Past President, kolsmithma@gmail.com

CRESCENT UPDATE

Last Chance for the 2022 CSC Spring Convention 

and a great time at the Beach!

April 21– April 24, 2022

Kingston Plantation 9800 Queensway Blvd. Myrtle Beach, SC

Come join us for a fantastic beach weekend trip with the Crescent Ski Council! We are staying right on the beach in Brighton Towers near the Embassy Suites with 2 wonderful ocean front/view condos available that can sleep 6-8 people. There is a master bedroom (king) and guest bedroom (2 queens), and 1 queen sofa bed. KSOC can take 8-12 people easily to enjoy the sun and fun. This is a great opportunity to take your grandkids for some ocean-side time. You can get to the beach in under 7 hours from Knoxville!

There is a Tanger Outlets, Wal-Mart, and other shopping venues very close by. Many restaurants are only a short driving distance away.

The condos are nicely furnished with a wonderful ocean view, outdoor balcony, full kitchen and dining area, along with a clothes washer and dryer. You only need to bring your clothes, water toys, bicycles, food (when not eating out), paper towels, and dishwashing soap.

You lodging fees include the CSC registration fees. You get DJ parties on Friday and Saturday nights with dancing, wine, and beer included free. Enjoy the Trade Show on Friday night, and then a themed party on Saturday night. You can also purchase bar drinks. There will be an optional Thursday evening/night Early Bird Party onsite with a $15 extra fee.

You will have complete access to a pool, hot tub, and the beach just steps away.

More information is available at https://www.kingstonplantation.com/

See the attached form for condo rates and sign-up information.

Thanks, Mary Anne Koltowich, KSOC Crescent Representative and CSC Vice President, kolsmithma@gmail.com

CSC Announces Dates and Location for the 2022 Fall Conference – SAVE THE DATES

Friday, October 28 – Sunday, October 30, 2022 are our conference dates. While this is Halloween weekend, these are absolutely the best rates we can get when compared to other weekends. We are pleased to announce preliminary plans for our 2022 CSC Fall Conference. Once again, we will be at the Glenstone in Gatlinburg, TN. The standard room rate is $109 + taxes. This is only a $10 increase from past years and represents a huge discount from normal Glenstone rates. There maybe a few other type rooms available – Front Balcony, Junior Suite, and Executive Suite (sleeps 4 with two beds and two baths) depending on availability at reduced rates also. Be looking for details later on registration and schedule information. So hope we can get together and COVID is mostly behind us.

Link to Crescent Ski Council President's Update

KSOC MARCH HAPPY HOURS

We will be going to Daddy Mac's at 5PM on March 11th for Happy Hour.  Daddy Mac's is located in the Campbell Station Road area in the same building that had Wild Wings Tavern;  it's sort of behind Cracker Barrel.  If you take Campbell Station Road to Parkside Drive, and then turn left onto Lake Edge Drive, it dead ends into Daddy Mac's at 11335 Lake Edge Drive.  Tell the hostess you are with the Ski Club and you will be seated in a spacious room that is reserved for us.

On March 25th, we are having Happy Hour at K Town Tavern starting at 5PM.  We are meeting on the platform area just as you walk in the front door, which has it's own bar area.  K Town is located at 320 N. Peter's Road in Knoxville next to Carrabba's Italian Restaurant.  See you soon! 

KNOXVILLE SKI & OUTING CLUB

DISTANT TRIPS 2022

KNOXVILLE SKI & OUTING CLUB

DISTANT TRIPS 2022

By Carole Mustaleski

Knoxville Ski and Outing Club has enjoyed two successful trips so far this season.  Both Winter Park and Steamboat had good weather and enjoyed some excellent dinners.  From what I have heard, everyone had a great time.  Winter Park and Steamboat are both great places to ski.

March 12^th will find KSOC travelling to Big Sky, MT to enjoy the fabulous slopes from wide groomed greens to the steep and gnarly.  And of course, there is always the spectacular view of Lone Peak standing guard over the resort.  This year we are staying in The Summit Hotel which is right next to the Ramcharger lift.  This lift will carry you to some of best green runs ever (in my opinion). Try those greens after fresh snow and you will float your way down the slope.  Or you can take the Swift Current lift to some great blue runs and on to more adventurous areas.  There have been lift upgrades this year which should make folks happy.  We are looking forward to staying at The Summit Hotel which has several restaurants and is next to the Mountain Mall.  Carole Mustaleski and Lori Anderson look forward to welcoming you on this trip.

This trip is currently full with two people on the waiting list.  Both Winter Park and Steamboat had multiple cancellations as we got closer to the trips, so you never know when a spot will open up.  There is no charge to put yourself on the waiting list.  Just go tohttp://ksoc-bigsky.sat.tours. 

Knoxville Ski and Outing Club will travel to the Emerald Isle from April 4 – 16, 2022.  Our trip will take us to both the Republic of  Ireland and Northern Ireland to visit and enjoy the many sites on this island divided into two countries.  Ireland has a lot of history and is sure to provide a lot of interesting activities.  We will visit Dublin, Waterford, Killarney, Ennis, Enniskillen, Derry and Belfast.  Attractions include a  Dublin welcome dinner, Dublin city ride or walking tour, Kilkenny, Waterford Crystal factory, Medieval museum, Blarney Stone, Ring of Kerry, Killarney National Park car ride, Cliffs of Moher, Ennis Irish family visit, Donegal town visit, Inishowen Peninsula, Giant’s Causeway, Glens of Antrim, Belfast guided tour and the “Titanic Experience,” and a Ceili (Irish music, singing, and dance) in Belfast.

Planned lodging includes the Herbert Park Hotel (2 nights Dublin), Granville Hotel 1 night Waterford), Killarney Avenue Hotel (2 nights Killarney), Old Ground Hotel (1 night Ennis), Manor House Country Hotel (1 night Enniskillen), City Hotel Derry (2 nights Derry), Europa Hotel (2 nights Belfast).  Don’t miss out on this exciting trip.  The price is $4297 double occupancy and includes Cancel For Any Reason Insurance.  Single occupancy and triple occupancy pricing is available.  Contact Mary Anne Koltowich, trip leader, atkolsmithma@gmail.com for more information.

Sign up for this exceptional trip at http://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1050972

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The Distant Trip Committee has been busy organizing trips for the 2022-2023 ski season.  We are well on our way to having a slate of trips to present to you in the next couple months. If you are interested in getting involved with this committee please contact Carole Mustaleski at skigalcarole@gmail.com.

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Ikon Passes for 2022-2023

These passes will be going on sale in the next few weeks. 

Sports America sells these passes which provide some perks to you the purchaser and to KSOC.  So, skip the renewal offer which will come directly from Ikon and wait for a notice about purchasing from Sports America.  The price is the same from both Ikon and Sports America, but YOU get some perks when the purchase is made from Sports America.

KSOCers SKIED AND DANCED THE WEEK AWAY AT STEAMBOAT SPRINGS

KSOC traveled to Steamboat Springs Ski resort Feb 5-12th! We stayed at the Bronze Tree Condominiums and enjoyed ski in and walk out accommodations.The snow was great and the skiing was awesome.  New experiences abounded as we navigated the Shuttle App to traverse the resort. Gone are the days that a shuttle makes the resort circle every 15 minutes. We shopped, enjoyed the sights, danced and karaoked at Schmiggity’s. KSOC had two fantastic group meals- one at 8th Street Steakhouse and the other at La Fiesta Grill. Both restaurants provided excellent meals, service, and a grand place to get together while on the trip. We were blessed to travel, ski and land safely in Little Rock Arkansas after an emergency landing as we flew home. Steamboat continues to be a KSOC favorite and don’t forget that sign ups will soon be announced for the 2022 Crescent Steamboat trip which is always held in December. There’s always Champagne powder at Steamboat in our memories and forever under our skies!

HIKING EVENT WITH TENNESSEE TRAILS

By Tom Cressler

These hikes are sponsored by the Tennessee Trails Association and Knoxville Ski and Outing Club. This joint sponsorship of hikes has been to the benefit of both groups and provides more flexibility for hikes and leadership of the hikes.  

The hikes are described below – be sure to bring a face mask even if you have been vaccinated. We want to do everything we can to not catch the virus or to not spread it to our families and friends.  

We recommend shoes to wear to and from the hike plus sturdy hiking shoes, other weather appropriate clothing, a snack, a drink and a camera.  

Mar 5 Devil's Racetrack,  Caryville, TN.   This hike is 5.7 miles in and out.   It's moderate most of the way with only a couple of steep climbs to the overlook.   We'll also experience a gorgeous waterfall.   Most of this trail borders the interstate, hence it gets fairly noisy at times.  For those who want to carpool,  we will meet at 9am et in the Ingles parking lot off the Merchants Rd exit  of I-75 North.   Go to the 3rd traffic light and Ingles  will be on your left.  For those who prefer to meet at the trailhead,  just take the Caryville exit off I-75 North,  turn left at the end of the ramp.  Go a short distance,  and turn right on Bruce Gap Rd.  There is a large, nicely marked trailhead parking lot on your left.  We should be there about 9:45 am et.  Preregister with Rosie at 865.985.9144 or rosemary_l@hotmail.com.  

March 12: The Seven Islands State Birding Park is Tennessee’s newest park. It is a 416-acre park that was established in the 1990s by private donors and jointly managed as Seven Islands Wildlife Refuge by a local foundation and Knox County. In the fall of 2013, it was designated as a state park effective September 2013 with the grand opening July 2014. The park, on former farmland, includes the Kelly Bend peninsula along the French Broad River. Habitats include wooded hills, an intermittent stream, and several fields being restored to native warm-season grasses. More than 180 species of birds have been sighted in the park. The views are great, you can see Smoky Mountains and Mount LeConte. The hike is mostly easy with rolling hills. There is one hill where you gain perhaps 150 feet. The total distance if we take the outer most trails, including Newmans Island, is about six miles. This is a hike that almost anyone can do so join us. We recommend shoes to wear to and from the hike plus sturdy hiking shoes, other appropriate clothing, a snack, something to drink and a camera. We will meet at the Cracker Barrel at Strawberry Plains Pike, leaving at 10:00 am, tailgating to the park. If you want to meet at the Seven Islands parking lot, we expect to be there about 10:30 am. For specific information about the hike please contact Tom Cressler by phone or email before March 11^th - (865) 588-5622;  cressler@utk.edu.

March 19: GSMNP Ace Gap trail begins where Rich Mountain Road meets the park boundary. We will use Dry Valley Road to get to the trailhead. The trail is essentially flat for the first 4.2 miles then it loses about 300 feet in the next 6/10th mile where it reaches Ace Gap and campsite #7. The total distance is 9.6 miles. Along the way we will pass campsite #4 at 2.3 miles, Kelly Gap. The end of the trail is about 8/10th of a mile past campsite #7, where it meets Beard Cane trail. If some want to go to the end of the trail the others can rest/relax at campsite #7. At Ace Gap an old railroad bed built in the early twentieth century by the Little River Lumber Company crosses the mountain. The hike difficulty is rated as moderate. We recommend shoes to wear to and from the hike plus sturdy hiking shoes, other weather appropriate clothing, a snack, a drink and a camera. We will meet at the Browns Creek Shopping Center parking lot nearest the Sonic at 1707 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, across the street from the Hardee’s, near the hospital in Maryville. We will leave there at 9:00 am. After the hike plan on stopping on the way back for a meal and refreshments. For specific information about the hike please call or email Tom before the 18^th - (865) 588-5622; cressler@utk.edu.

March 26: GSMNP Porter Creek. This trail is 7.4 miles in and out and rated moderate. In the first mile we will hike on an old logging road, then meander through a lush forest of moss covered trees and rocks. We will pass remnants of farmsteads and a family cemetery. At this point in our hike, we might see a spectacular burst of wonderful wild flowers. At the 2 mile mark, there will be a 60 ft waterfall which drops off the ridge on the left side of the trail. We can turn around at this point or continue another 1.7 miles to campsite 31 to compete the 7.4 mile hike. We’ll meet at 8am et at the Cracker Barrel at the Strawberry Plains Exit off I-40 east for those who want to carpool to the trailhead. Preregistration is advised with Rosie. Phone/Email: (865) 985-9144/ rosemary_l@hotmail.com.

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NOTICE: Effective February 2, 2021, the NPS issued a statement about mask wearing, "Face masks are now required in all NPS buildings and facilities. Masks are also required on NPS-managed lands when physical distancing cannot be maintained, including narrow or busy trails, overlooks and historic homes."

BIG SOUTH FORK CAMPING

By Tom Cressler

Hope you have had a good Winter, all things considered. Just wanted to let you know/remind you about our annual April camping trip at Bandy Creek in Big South Fork and hopefully you can work it into you schedule.  As you know we have a great time at this Spring event – cool but not cold weather, nice hiking and sharing time with good friends in the best group camping site I know.  

Effective August 16, 2021, the NPS issued a statement about mask wearing, "Face masks are now required in all NPS buildings and facilities. Masks are also required on NPS-managed lands when physical distancing cannot be maintained, including narrow or busy trails, overlooks and historic homes".  

This directive is essentially the same guidance we used on our camping trip last October. If you choose to join us this April you agree to comply with the face mask requirement.  

So, if we follow safe practice recommendations this is an opportunity have a good time. As you probably know the individual camp sites are sufficiently separated. The pavilion is large enough that we can safely gather for a meal and visiting provided we wear masks.  

The description of the event is below.  

The closing date is critical. If we do not have sufficient interest, we need to cancel in time to get most of our reservation fee refunded.  Also, you know the mail delivery has been slow, as much as 5 days to Atlanta, so you need to send the reservation form with your check earlier than you have in the past. (There are two versions of the registration form – Word and PDF – use whichever reproduces best for you.)  

Hope you and your family can join us in April.  

Tom  

Camping in Big South Fork, April 22—24, 2022: Join the hardy souls on a camping trip in Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area at Bandy Creek, E-1 Loop.  This is a fantastic area with lots to do and the facilities are among the best available – covered pavilion with fireplace, tables, BBQ grills, electricity, and private heated bathhouse with hot water showers.   

While you are there you can enjoy the area, hike on several trails, ride your bike and take a guided horseback ride.   Horseback riding requires reservations.  If you are interested in horseback riding you make your own reservations.  Members have had a good experience with Southeast Pack Trips.  Their web site is http://www.southeastpacktrips.com. The Big South Fork web site also includes some horseback riding options as well as other park information.  For these go to the park web site,  

http://www.nps.gov/biso/planyourvisit/horsebackriding.htm               

Biking is great in this area and all you have to do is bring your own bike and lots of energy.  Several of the campers had a great ride last year.  

We will repeat the process used for the last several trips - each camper bringing all of their own supplies – food, cooking equipment and their own cooking.  The charge will be $15 per night per camper which hopefully will cover the cost of the reservation, firewood for the pavilion, bottled water and ice at the pavilion. Kids 12 and under come free.   

On Saturday evening we will have a Chef’s surprise meal if enough of you are interested. The Saturday evening meal sharing has been an enjoyable event on these camping trips. A little more time to socialize. Because of Covid we will be doing things a little different to make the event safer. Chef Mary and Friends will contact campers and prepare a meal based on their inputs. As we did last October, the meal will be cafeteria style with a server and folks coming up one by one for their food. We may ask that each of you contribute $3 to cover the cost of the meal. If most do not want to participate in this Chef’s surprise we will cancel it and let you know when we confirm that the camping is going to happen.  

In the past we have had an option of going to a restaurant for the Friday evening meal. The option for the meal is on the reservation form. In the past the restaurant has been Bacara’s which will be reopened under a different name/ownership. When more information about the restaurant is available it will be included in the next camping notice. If the restaurant cannot assure us of proper seating we will not go. The decision about restaurant will be sent to those who decide to join us.  

If you are camping please send your check, $15 for each person for each evening, with your completed reservation form, attached to this email.  The checks will not be deposited until after April 4^th when we decide if we have a sufficient number of campers.  If there are not enough campers you will be notified and your check will be destroyed. Your check and completed registration formmust arrive by April 4^th to allow time to cancel the reservation without having to pay a large penalty if there is insufficient interest.    

Make out your check to Tom Cressler and send it and the completed registration form to 8616 Wimbledon Drive, Knoxville, TN 37923.  

The Saturday hike will be the Grand Gap Loop, a trail that is relatively level and easy except for two places that are moderately difficult. The loop includes two scenic overlooks and is about 6.8 miles long. The hike will leave the pavilion at 9:30 EST and the trailhead at about 10:00 EST. If you want to come just for the hike on Saturday there is no charge. Just be at the pavilion before 9:30 EST.  

That is the plan.   

What I need from you, on or before 4:30 pm April 4^th is a check and the completed registration form:  

1.  If you plan to camp: how many persons for each night and a check ($15 per person per night),  

2.  If you want to join me at the restaurant evening I need to know how many will be going so I can make reservations, if appropriate.   

3.  If you are interested in taking part in a Chef’s surprise meal Saturday evening.  

4.  If you are only going to come for the Saturday hike you need to let me know and give me a contact telephone number in case the hike is cancelled or changed.  

Again, I need your completed registration form and check on or before 4:30 pm April 4^th If too few intend to camp the group reservation will be cancelled.  For those who responded I will let you know by email that camping is a go and include driving and camping information. If the camping is cancelled, you will be notified by email and your check destroyed.  

If you have questions you can contact me at cressler@utk.edu or leave a message at 865-582-5622. 

BSF Camping Registration Form

IJAMS RIVER RESCUE

Let's help our community and join in the 33rd annual Ijams River Rescue sponsored by TVA. The event will take place on Saturday, March 12 (rain date March 19)! This is a great way to get outdoors and exercise while cleaning up our waterways at the same time! For more information click the link below:

Ijams River Rescue Details

KSOC RACE TEAM 2022

By Ramon Davila

The 2022 race season is over but it's never too early to think about next season! Racing is a great way to improve one’s ski skills and a great reason for participating with KSOC’s Race Team, along with the fun and team camaraderie. If you would like to get involved with the race team, we would love to have you. Knoxville Ski and Snowboard Alpine Race Team races in the Crescent Ski Council Racing Program at Appalachian, Sugar, and Beech Ski Resorts.

We welcome skiers of all ages and abilities to come take part in our race clinics and race events! We have 5 regular season races every year before Nationals. Come join the KSOC race team and help us grow! We would especially invite young racers, beginner skiers, and families who have not been involved previously and of course all previous racers. Please spread the word as our team greatly depends on you and our other club members’ referrals.

There are lots of opportunities to be involved and every one of them will help you be a better skier or snowboarder, so why not come out and join your KSOC Race Team for some of them?  Contact Ramon Davila at info@knoxvilleskiclub.org for more info. We look forward to seeing you on the slopes! 

LIFESTYLE DINING CARDS 2021-2022LIFESTYLE DINING CARDS 2021-2022

Exciting news from Lifestyle Pocket Saver!  Here are a few updates including some of our NEW restaurants for 2022. To start with…Mahoganny’s at the Crowne Plaza is doing their awesome “Thanksgiving Brunch”!!!!   You can use your Lifestyle card!!! This year...On Thanksgiving Day, you can go to Mahoganny’s and use your LIFESTYLE CARD.  GET $25.00 off your Thanksgiving Brunch! Thanksgiving lunch will be served between 11:30 and 2:30.  Alcohol is available including Mimosas and Bloody Marys. (This is a one time value ONLY at Mahoganny’s…as Lifestyle is not valid on major holidays!) Mahoganny's is close to bringing back their much loved Friday night Steak & Seafood buffet!!!
 
NOW...MORE GREAT NEWS FOR 2022!!!

• The Walnut Kitchen is in the 2022 edition with a $50.00 dining value!!! 
• Bistro By The Tracks is in with a $30.00 dining value!!!
• Bluetick Tavern in Maryville is in with a $25.00 dining value!!!                                 
• The Melting Pot is also in with a $25.00 dining value!!!  (Valid Sunday thru Thursday Only).
• The Marble City Kitchen/The Firefly restaurant located at the Hilton Downtown is in with a $30.00 value                                                  
• Gavinino’s Pizzeria & Italian Restaurants— Two locations,Turkey Creek & Beardon, have a $20.00 value to each.  One of my favorites for true Italian style pizza and pastas. 

EXCITING TELLICO VILLAGE NEWS...
*** The Blue Heron, Tanasi Bar & Grill and Toqua Sports Bar & Grill are ALL IN FOR 2022
 
I am working hard to finalize added restaurants for this to come out before the holidays. If you haven’t already ordered for 2022…go to www.LifestylePocketSaver.com and place your order!

You can also reach us at 865-357-7488.            —Dennis-Lifestyle Pocket Saver

$$$ -- KSOC MEMBER DISCOUNTS -- $$$

$$$ -- KSOC MEMBER DISCOUNTS -- $$$

• 20% off tuning at Alpine Ski Center
• Point 6 Socks is offering all Crescent members and their friends a 25% discount onPoint 6 socks. Simply use the code “CSC” on internet orders at www.point6.com. Plus, orders over $50 receive free shipping.
• National Ski Council Federation (NSCF) Discounts are available at the NSCF website, www.skifederation.org.
• 20% off DeBooter. Use code SKICOUNCIL.
• Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort: 50% off lift ticket and ski rentals. (Holiday periods, night session and snowboard rental not included.)
• 20% off Rapid Expeditions river tours.
• Stolt Bootski 10% off with promo code DEBINFL15 - link www.stoltsports.com

MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

Please click on this link to sign up: http://www.knoxvilleskiclub.org/membership-form-s.

Membership Dues: Family $60.00

Couple $55.00 

Single Parent $50.00 

Single $45.00 

Associate $35.00 

Student $15.00

KSOC OfficerKSOC Officers

President: Bill Schwenterly

Internal Vice President: Jennifer Emch

External Vice President: Carole Mustaleski

Treasurer: Julie Stringfield

Secretary: Robyn Ulrich

Internal Committees

Publicity: Jackie Dutton

Membership: Kathy Lafollette

Publications: Jeannine Dunn

Programs/Special Events: Open

Asst. Programs/Special Events: Jo Vaccaro

Social: Claudia Ritchie

Webmaster: Kevin Staton

Crescent Representative: Mary Anne Koltowich/Carole Mustaleski

External Committees

Local Trips: Kevin Staton

Distant Trips: Carole Mustaleski 

Asst. Distant Trips: Open 

Non-Ski Outings: Jo Vaccaro

Ski School: Jennifer Emch

Racing: Ramon Davila, Race Director

Youth: Mike Morgan/Jackie Dutton

The Fall Line Disclaimer: The Fall Line is the official newsletter of the Knoxville Ski & Outing Club (KSOC), Inc. The KSOC reserves the right to edit all copy and to refuse ads that are not acceptable to the Editor. The publication of any advertisement by The Fall Line is not an endorsement of the advertiser or of the products or service advertised. The KSOC is not responsible for any claims made in advertisements. Advertisers may not, without prior consent, incorporate in a subsequent advertisement that a product or service has been advertised in this publication. Information regarding advertising and closing dates should be directed to the KSOC, Publications Chairman.