Millais School Ski Italy, Sestriere, 2015 Sat 28 th March and return on Sat 4 th April

Ski Wear Information

USEFUL WEBSITES

 http://www.sestriere online.com/webcams/  http://www.skiclub.co.uk/skiclub/webcam s/webcam.aspx?webcamID=1736  http://www.skiclub.co.uk/skiclub/skiresort s/resortintro.aspx#.UoIYbWRFDcs

Jackets!

≠ ≠ ≠ ≠ ≠ ≠ ≠ ≠ Waterproof Breathable Ventilated Insulated Comfortable Hooded Snow / powder skirt Pockets

Pants!

∂ ∂ ∂ ∂ ∂ ∂ ∂ ∂ Waterproof Breathable Ventilated Insulated Comfortable Pockets Braces High or low waist

Thermals!

∑ Lightweight ∑ Stretchy close fit ∑ Comfortable ∑ Traps body heat ∑ Draws liquid away from body ∑ Various leg lengths, sleeve lengths, and neck lines available

Headwear!

Helmets: Ω Required by law for under 14 year olds – included in price. Ω Optional safety measure.

Ω Ω Ω Lightweight Vents Ear and inner pads adjustable Hats: Ω Go wild!!

Goggles & Sunglasses!

Goggles: ∩ Adjustable strap ∩ ∩ Soft sponge face lining Various lenses – multi purpose Sunglasses: ∩ Bright conditions ∩ Comfortable ∩ Sports lenses

Gloves!

≥ ≥ ≥ ≥ Waterproof Breathable Ventilated ≥ ≥ Insulated Reinforced waterproofing on palm Mitts or gloves

Socks!

∑ Lightly padded ∑ Correctly fitting ∑ Wool blend ∑ Quick drying ∑ Finish above ski boot

Accessories!

₣ ₣ ₣ ₣ Sun

block

is essential – maximum factor Neck warmers are ideal for colder trips Lift pass lines are not needed for this trip Velcro ski ties are useful for quick identification of skis

Casual Clothing!

╪ ╪ ╪ ╪ ╪ Jumpers, fleeces, and knitwear Jeans, jogging bottoms, and casual trousers Waterproof snow boots are more sensible than trainers Scarves, hats, gloves, and ear muffs Try to keep clothing sensible and warm

Luggage!

≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡ Medium sized suitcases please, preferably 50 – 70 litres capacity, rough dimensions (H)60, (W)42, (D)27cm

(Not hard suitcases)

Day sacks / bags may be used Wash bags are useful to ensure liquids do not leak Pack carefully and sensibly, avoid packing more than you will need, keep luggage to a minimum, consider sharing certain items with friends (hair dryer etc) rooms of roughly 4.

Adapters will be needed to.

Hire / Purchase Contacts!

∞ ∞ ∞ It is possible to either purchase or hire all of the ski wear required Many large department stores such as TK Maxx offer exceptional value on ski wear Here is a selection of useful online contacts offering both the hiring and buying of ski wear            www.snowandrock.com

www.simplypiste.com

www.ellis-brigham.com

www.mountainwarehouse.com

www.skiwear4less.com

www.twoseasons.co.uk

www.trekwear.co.uk

www.wildday.co.uk

www.skitogshire.co.uk

www.ski-west.co.uk

www.edge2edge.co.uk

DRY SLOPE SKIING

 Tuesday 20th January  Leave 1.45 (leave lessons 1.35 to get changed)  Return 19.00

 Refer to information on your letter sent out today

Other things to consider:

 Coach trip  Spending money  Further meeting at school 2/3 weeks prior to departure  Disco- cost 10 Euro

HOODIES!!!!!

 The cost of a hoody was included in the price.