This year, Alliance continued the growing tradition of taking a team trip snow trip – this was our 8th year! 2024’s trip saw us return to the Black Hills of South Dakota for some team building snow sports action. This time, we had a crew of nine that decided to make the trek, and the result was a comfortable, bond-building trip.
This year the weather was a little bit fickle but we still had enough snow to play and the temps to stay warm. We also enjoyed games, swimming and a movie in the evenings. The crew also spent some time enjoying Black Hills amenities and hospitality thanks to the generosity and facilitation of Master Naomi Even-Aberle and Master Nik Aberle of Full Circle Martial Arts in Rapid City.
On the slopes, the levels of experience varied across a great range. A couple older members of the crew were shred veterans who have been on the slopes for years; a handful of others were trying to improve on the basics after already learning how to ride (or ski). Since everyone had at least some experience, we got to hit the slopes at greater speed. Beyond just snow sports however, fellowship and team building is the core goal of this trip and in that endeavor Alliance was successful.
The Alliance 2024 Snow Trip was a memorable event for all those who participated. The crew had lots of fun and will look forward to continuing the tradition in the future.