Moonlight Ski Party 2012

Saturday, February 4th

Come out and enjoy a Saturday evening of crisp winter air through the scenic, snow-covered woods of Byrncliff!

The evening begins with a hot buffet meal as a group, followed by a guided cross-country ski tour under the full moon to the bonfire at the "R & R" Rest Area. From there, ski as many of our lighted trails as you like until 10:00pm. We recommend the charming Manhatten Lane trail for any skier, or the Swizzler for the thrill-seekers of the group.

5:00pm - Registration
6:00pm - Hot Buffet* includes: Roast Beef, Baked Ham, Rolls, Salad, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Corn, & Dessert
7:00pm - Guided ski tour, trails are open until 10:00pm

*Buffet menu items are subject to change. If party is under 30 people, meal may be served individually. A vegetarian option is available upon request.

Pre-pay prices: $27.00 per person or $39.00 with rental equipment.
Prices include tax and gratuity.

Cancellation policy: If you cancel 24 hours or more in advance, we will refund your money less a $5.00 handling fee. Cancellations with less than 24 hours notice will not be refunded. If there is no snow and Byrncliff cancels the party, we will gladly refund the full amount.

19th Annual Cardboard Olympics

Sunday, February 19, 2012
Theme - "Nascar"

This is a snow or no-snow event.
Proceeds benefit the Varysburg Fire Department and Rescue Squad

To enter the Cardboard Olympics, create a sled out of cardboard, tape, and glue relating to this year's theme. Sleds can be decorated with cardboard cutouts, paint, string, and rope. The name of the sled must be written on the outside of the sled. Sleds will be judged on creativity, construction, and best run. Awards will be given to the 1st and 2nd places in each class and to the overall "Best Theme" and "Furthest Run". NEW - Snowboard Race after sled rally - facest racer wins! Helmets and your own snowboard required.

Schedule of Events:
Registration: Noon
Judging: 1:30pm
Sledding Rally: 2:00pm

Classes:
Child up to 12 years
Single-Person Sled
Unlimited Person Sled
Commercial

Entry Fees:
Child - $10.00
Individual/Unlimited - $20.00
Commercial - $30.00
Snowboard Race - $5.00

Chinese Auction, 50/50 Raffle, & Door Prizes
Auction donations are welcome! Bring donations to Byrncliff or contact the Varysburg Fire Department.

Call Byrncliff at 585-535-7300 for more event information.

Ski Orienteering has been Canceled this year due to lack of snow
Sunday, January 22, 2012

Sponsored by the Buffalo Orienteering Club

Looking for something to do? Try ski orienteering, a combination of cross country skiing and orienteering. The club will offer instruction and provide maps and compasses for those interested. This event is open to the public and will cost $10 to participate per person. Ski rentals are available for an additional $10 per person.

Schedule of Events:
Registration: 10am
Start Times: 10:30 - 11:00am

To sign-up in advance or for any questions contact the Buffalo Orienteering at 716-652-8727 or bfloorienteering.com

Dice Run 2012

Sunday, Jan 22nd
Byrncliff Resort & Conference Center
11am - 3pm

Benefits the Frank Kehl Memorial Scholarship Fund
Sponsored by the Folsom Trailblazers and the Varysburg Lions Club

Roll the dice at any of these locations
Byrncliff, Bennington Bar and Grill, Flipside, North Java Inn, Smokeys, Strykersville Legion and the Varysburg Hotel
Donation $8 per roll

At Byrncliff: Old Dog Sled Disply all day! Sunday Brunch available from 9am - 2pm. Raffles, Gift Certificate Drawings and other Contests. All prizes awarded at 4pm.

For more information call: Randy - 716-949-7378, Mike - 585-535-7700 or Tom - 585-535-7001

Cardboard Olympics Results

Sunday, February 21, 2010

Theme: Foreign Countries

Class - Child
First Place - Olympic Bobsled by Rancher's Choice
Second Place - Turkey by Haley Hymers

Class - Single Person
First Place - Swiss Army Knife by Warsaw Post Office
Second Place - MaCaw by Justin Penfold

Class - Unlimited Person
First Place - BAFAP Sightseeing Tour Bus by Kathy Schwab
Second Place - Swiss Army Knife by Troy Comfort

Class - Commercial
First Place - Swiss Army Knife by Vietnam Vets Motorcycle Club
Second Place - Arrivederci by Don Zuzze & Diane Becker

Best Theme: Swiss Army Knife, Honorable Mentions: Bobsled & Tour Bus
Best Run: Arrivederci

Raised $1300 for the Varysburg Fire Department and Rescue Squad! Thank you very much!

Byrncliff Hosts the Special Olympics Super Regional Qualifier

Saturday, Feb. 3, 2007

Brought here by the New York Special Olympics Genesee Region Show your support and come to watch the races. 40 Athletes, ages 8 years and up, from Jamestown, Olean, Orleans County, Stueben County, Geneseo, & Avon will compete in this Super Regional to qualify for the NY State Games at the end of February.

Registration at 9:00 am
Opening Ceremony: 9:30 am
Competition: 10am - 2pm
Followed by Awards Ceremony

Events:
Nordic Race 400, 800, 1000 Meters
Nordic Sprints 25, 50, 100 Meters
SnowShoe 500 & 1000 Meters
SnowShoe 10, 50, 100 Meters

Call Byrncliff today 585-535-7300