Event Information

USASA Membership

Every rider practicing or competing in any USASA sanctioned event must attain USASA membership prior to participating. Memberships can be purchased online or at an event. There are 3 types of memberships available which are as follows:  

  • Trial membership: FREE – This membership is intended ONLY for the new rider who has never entered a USASA event ever in their lifetime to have a chance to experience the sport prior to joining with one of the memberships below. This membership is valid for one (1) day ONLY. The new rider may upgrade to a full membership within 2 weeks and any points earned will be counted.
  • One Day membership: $25 – This membership is intended for riders that only want to compete for one day but have no intention of becoming a full member of USASA or qualifying for the National Championships. It is valid for one (1) day at any USASA sanctioned event(s). This membership allows riders to participate in practice and competitions for 1 day ONLY, yet NO USASA points will be awarded or transferable at a later date.
  • JOIN ONLINE Full membership: $85 – This membership is valid for one (1) full membership season at any USASA sanctioned event. Points will be earned toward Regional and National rankings and the rider can qualify for the National Championships. Full membership riders will receive an official membership packet by mail including a membership card, stickers, current rulebook and other benefits. JOIN ONLINE

Event Fees

  • $30 per event through Online Registration
  • $35 per event Day-of-Registration (cash or checks only)
  • $20 refundable bib deposit fee (cash or checks only)
  • Discounted lift tickets for competitors at each resort (cash or checks only)

Registration Options

  • Online Registration
    • $30 per event
    • Open until 12pm EST on Friday for that weekend’s events
    • Go to USASA Regional Events, choose Catskills as the region, click on the discipline abbreviation at the end of the event line you want to register for, then follow steps to register online.
    • If you register online, you can check-in the morning of the event from 8-9amin the Pre-Registered line with:
      • a signed CMS Release
      • a signed Resort Release (see below)
      • $20 for a bib deposit (cash or checks only)
      • Cash or check for a lift ticket if you need one 
  • Day-Of Registration
    • $35 per event
    • Open from 8-9am
    • To register the day of the event, you will need:
      • a filled out CMS Registration Form
      • a signed CMS Release
      • a signed Resort Release (see below)
      • $35 for each event (cash or checks only)
      • $20 for a bib deposit (cash or checks only)
      • Cash or check for a lift ticket if you need one.

Registration Time

  • 8:00am to 9:00am - Please be prompt.

Competition Start Time

  •  Single Event Days: 11:00am weather permitting
  • Double Event Days: 10:00am weather permitting

Release Forms

  • All competitors need to sign a CMS release and a separate resort release for each day of an event.
  • Any competitors under 18 years old will need a parent/guardian to sign the releases.

Helmets

  • Approved Helmets are REQUIRED for ALL EVENTS.
  • Helmet straps must be adjusted according to manufacturer specifications, and must be on the head of the rider for the entire run.

Disciplines

  • Snowboarders and Skiers are permitted in CMS Slopestyle, Halfpipe, Rail Jam and Boardercross/Skiercross events.
  • Giant Slalom and Slalom events are snowboarder only events.
  • Adaptive Snowboarders and Skiers are welcome at our events.

Ages

  • These events are open to ALL ages.
  • Athletes will compete within their own age groups with male and female top 3 award medallions presented in each age group.
  • Rail Jam age groups are “13 & Under” and “14 & Over” for snowboarders and skiers.
  • There is an Open Class for high-end athletes and Pros of all ages.

Competition Formats

  • Giant Slalom & Slalom Events – 2 Runs Combined Time
  • Halfpipe Events – Best of 2 Judged Runs
  • Slopestyle Events – Best of 2 Judged Runs
  • Boardercross/Skiercross Events – Head-to-Head with various advancement based on field size (elimination tournament style)
  • Rail Jams - Overall Impression of Jam Session Runs

Awards & Bib Raffle

  • 4:00pm or 1 hour after event is finished