Sunshine Daydream/Pond Skimming

Two of Killington's long time events join forces to create one action packed day of music and wild costumes that are sure to make a splash! Listen to a great lineup of Dead inspired tunes, rock a tie-die and try to stay dry.

This all-ages concert is free of charge with all the bands performing live on the Bud Light Outdoor Stage rain or shine! Costumes are encouraged for Pond Skimming participants, plus a sweet prize will be awarded to the Best Costume.

Date:

April 17, 2010

Location:

K-1

Registration:

Registration for Pond Skimming will open at 9:00 a.m. at the K-1 Lodge, 3rd floor. The entry fee is $10, cash or check only, and there will be no pre-registration for this event. This event is open to both skiers and snowboarder and is limited to the first 100 participants who register the day of the event.

All participants of Pond Skimming must fill out an Express Assumption of Risk form, save time and fill yours out now. If you are under 18, you will need a parent/guardian to sign your form.

Schedule:

9:00-10:30 a.m. Pond Skimming registration, K-1 Lodge, 3rd floor
10:45-11:00 a.m. Pond Skimming competitors meeting, top of the pond
11:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Shakedown Street open
11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Pond Skimming competition, base of Superstar
11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Bud Light Beer Garden opens
12:00-1:15 p.m. "Knot Dead" performs on the outdoor stage
1:15-1:30 p.m. Pond Skimming awards, outdoor stage
1:30-3:00 p.m. "iS" performs on the outdoor stage
3:30-5:30 p.m. "The Dead Beats" perform on the outdoor stage

 *All times subject to change.

 Pond Skimming Rules:

  • There will be a mandatory competitors' meeting at the top of the pond at 10:45 a.m.
  • Please remove all valuables (jewelry, watches, sunglasses, etc.) prior to your skim. Killington will not be held responsible for any items lost in the pond.
  • No ski poles or nudity
  • The event starts at 11:00 a.m. and competitors run in bib order. Don’t be late or you will not get your turn to skim the pond. Once the event starts, it runs very quickly, so be ready even if you have a high number.
  • If you fall into the pond on your skim please do not try to walk out of the pond. Wait for our staff to pull you out and get you to the reinforced exit area. Following this procedure will help us to ensure the pond does not rip and drain out prematurely.

  • You will be automatically disqualified if you do not follow these rules.

Awards

Prizes awarded to the top male and female in four categories:

  • Best overall skim
  • Best costume
  • Biggest splash

  • Judges’ awards

2010 Pond Skimming Winners

Best Overall Male Shawn O’Grady
Best Overall Female Gwen Smith
Best Costume Male Edward Waronicki
Best Costume Female     Brita Donn
Best Splash Male James Hannen
Best Splash Female Susan Buckwalter
Judges Award Male Chris Costa
Judges Award Female Kelly Hannen

Raffle for Paula McNeill

In January, long-time Killington employee Paula McNeil was inured in a snowmobile accident. We are holding a raffle to benefit her and her family. Tickets are only $5 and can be purchased at the Killington t-shirt booth in the Superstar parking lot. We have tons of great prizes to give away like snowboards, boots, t-shirts, ski wine racks and more! Raffle tickets will be pulled every half hour starting at 12:30 p.m.

About the bands

The Deadbeats

Based in New Paltz, NY, The Deadbeats have been one of the hardest working bands in the northeast since their inception in 1993. Their Grateful Dead/Phish inspired shows are a celebration of improvisational, jamming rock & roll. They can be found on the road, performing consistently five to six nights a week, up and down the east coast.

As a result, they have amassed a large - and loyal following of fans who appreciate the open ended, participatory nature of their performances. Working without a net, their set lists, arrangements and jams are all left open to the inspiration of the particular moment, drawing in the crowd as active participants in the creative process rather than just spectators.

iS

An unusual, three piece jam band that delivers live performances to electrify audiences. The bands name, which loosely means “the present tense”, emphasizes their improvisational nature. Each show offers a unique experience that includes diverse, memorable songs and exceptional musicianship.
 
iS has a distinctive, exciting style; a high energy form of music that combines insightful songwriting, soulful vocals and dynamic jams. iS unites its audience in a moving, musical experience while accomplishing an incredibly full sound with only three members.

Knot Dead

A four piece string band, performing covers from bluegrass, folk and jam band (plenty of Grateful Dead) music mixed with some original pieces. They continue to deliver a fun, energetic and passionate live performances over and over again.

 

 

 

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