2022 Smugglers' Notch Vol. 1 IFSA Junior FRIENDLY Event

This 2022 Series event is subject to change!
We continue to face uncertainty about event viability due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We encourage you to check back often for updates, schedule changes, registration dates, etc. Additional information will be added as soon as our Event Organizing partner provides information to the IFSA Administrative Team. Thank you for your patience and understanding with these ongoing challenges.

HEALTH & WELLNESS
All state of Vermont state COVID-19 guidelines must be adhered to
https://www.smuggs.com/pages/universal/covid19-update.php

This IFSA FRIENDLY Event is designed for athletes who are new
to freeride and interested in trying it out.
No ranking points may be earned by participants and
an IFSA Membership is NOT REQUIRED.
There will be a podium ceremony.  

ATTENTION COACHES

• As in years past, it will be mandatory for coaches to be in possession of an IFSA Coach Membership and hold a current L100 or L200 certification.
• If you are unsure on your certification status, contact the IFSA Admin Team: Contact Us
• It is mandatory for coaches to also register on The Driven for any IFSA Junior events they plan to attend. There is no registration fee, however registration is compulsory if coaches plan to attend. Coaches who HAVE NOT registered will not be granted ticketing benefits or access to the event or venue. Please help keep events running smoothly by completing registration on The Driven. 

☞  Review the IFSA Series Handbook: CLICK HERE
☞  Back Protectors are MANDATORY for an athlete's competition run(s).
☞  Please review our Venue Inspection & Terrain Enhancement Protocol: CLICK HERE

Competition Info

This IFSA FRIENDLY Event is designed for athletes who are new to freeride and interested in trying it out. No ranking points may be earned by participants though there will be a podium ceremony.

Athlete Check-in: TBA
Mandatory* Athlete Meeting: TBA
*If you cannot attend the mandatory athlete meeting, you must make arrangements with the event organizer, listed below.
Competition Dates: Feb 6, 2022
Divisions: Skiing & Snowboarding
Age Categories: U8, U10, U12, 12-14

Event Contact

For questions specific to this event, the schedule, or cancellation requests,
please contact the Event Organizer: Kelly - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Registration

If you wish to compete, you must register during the registration period indicated below.

• Registration: Via Google Forms
• Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1h6h4qJwmPJM2VRVwpANvdIM5ZPrti2-_Ka0qHTPM_Tc/viewform?edit_requested=true 

Pricing

Event Registration Price for Athletes: $25

Deals

Coaches: Coaches will ONLY qualify for tickets and venue access by completing event registration on The Driven.
You must be a currently certified IFSA Coach with a 2022 IFSA Coach Membership and registered on The Driven.

COACH TICKETING POLICY - MUST BE REGISTERED ON THE DRIVEN

• 1 Athlete: No ticket
• 2-4 Athletes: 1 Free Coach ticket
• 5-10 Athletes: 2 Free Coach tickets
• 11-15 Athletes: 3 Free Coach tickets
• 16+ Athletes: At Event Host’s discretion

Lodging

• None available

Cancellation Policy

SMUGGLERS' NOTCH CANCELLATION POLICY

- If a rider requests a refund more than two weeks prior to the event date, a full refund (minus transaction fees) will be issued.
- If a rider requests a refund less than two weeks before the event date, a 50% refund (minus transaction fees) will be issued.
- No refund will be provided for cancellations made less than one week before the event date unless doctor provides verification of a postive Covid-19 test.
- If the event should be cancelled due to weather or unforeseen circumstance on event day, no refund will be issued to help cover the administrative costs of event setup and compensating the judges and employees required to be on the hill.
- A 50% refund will be provided if the event is forced to cancel due to local health regulations or restrictions 

It is at the sole discretion of the Event Organizer, and not the IFSA, when and under what circumstances a refund will be issued. 
To request a cancellation or refund, you must contact the Event Organizer.