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Aussie VI racer requires guide this winter - expenses paid.

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11/18/09 at 7:00pm
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Ever dreamed of being part of the International Paralympic and World Champs scene?  Well, here's your chance....
 
Jonathon Walsh, who is one of our promising Australian DWA and APC development athletes is looking for a VI guide (skier assisting a visually impaired athlete) to train and race with him in the US throughout December 2009 (flexible timetable depending on your availability).

You will be participating in 3 NORAM race events in Colorado and Utah (encompassing 8 races - Slalom, GS and Super G).  

Race experience not essential.  Coaching provided.
 
Most expenses paid.  Please confirm details with Jono. 


YOU MUST:

Be an advanced skier (previous race experience preferred)
Commit to 5-6 weeks for training and racing in Colorado USA.
This is a great opportunity for you to get involved in the exciting world of competitive skiing.  
 
 
Please contact: 
 
Tom Liolios (DWA Technical Director) at:

tom@dwv.org.au

I will put you in touch with Jono.  Thank you for your interest I look forward to hearing from
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11/23/09 at 6:32am
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Here's some places you can contact that may be able to help you.

 

Check the DS-USA chapter listing to contact chapters in the area to look for people.

Here are a couple of adaptive organizations in Colorado to contact.

None of us is as smart as all of us.

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11/24/09 at 11:36pm
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Hi T-Square - thanks for the info, greatly appreciated. We'll follo up with some of the groups you've suggested.
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