Hey there, Hi there, Ho there,

It's officially July, which means one thing: the slopes are as inviting as a lava pit and the only thing carving turns is your air conditioner. But fear not, fellow snow ski fanatics, for summer doesn't have to be a total drag.

Here's your official guide to surviving the off-season:

• Channel your inner penguin: Hit the beach with your fanciest goggles and a pool float shaped like a snowboard. Bonus points for attempting a belly flop with maximum tuck.
• Embrace the water (minus the freezing part): Trade your skis for water skis or a wake board. Just remember, these require actual balance, unlike that time you "shredded" the bunny hill.
• Retail therapy (the healthy kind): Stock up on sunscreen instead of overpriced ski socks. Your wallet and your skin will thank you.
• Hallucinate snow: Blast wintry scenes on your TV and crank the AC. Maybe even throw some fake snowflakes in the air for good measure. Just don't blame us when your significant other questions your sanity.
• Support your local brewery: Channel your après-ski spirit and pretend every happy hour is a mountain lodge celebration.

Remember, the mountains will be waiting (hopefully with fresh powder) when winter rolls around. Until then, stay cool, stay crazy (in a good way!), and for the love of all things holy, please don't wear your ski boots to the office.

CLUB STUFF

Remember the Hiwasee in August, and maybe the Biltmore in September.

Also, the Lake Party was the best this year and I know everyone is looking forward to next year.

TRY AND STAY COOL,

See you at the August meeting,

Ashley