Meadows Race Team (MRT) is the race team for Meadows Amateur Ski Racing Association (MASRA) which is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The club was formed in 1983 and has ever since, offered a variety of ski racing programs at Mt. Hood Meadows to competitors aged 6 through adult. Last year, all told there where over 160 participants in various MRT programs.
MRT is not owned or operated by Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort. It is an independent entity who enjoys the privilege of conducting its programs at the resort and is supported by the ski area with grooming services, storage facilities, trail closures for training and racing, an office and much, much more.
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, MASRA is bound by the Oregon Nonprofit Corporation Act, its Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws. MASRA is governed by a body of annually elected directors (see club contacts) who set policy in accordance with the organizations Bylaws (see MRT By-Laws). Operations and the day to day management of MRT rests with the organizations' Program Director. Participants in MRT's full-time programs are required to an annual membership fee and, as members, are eligible to participate in certain programs and benefits. Although membership does not include ownership interest in the club or the right to elect directors or to otherwise participate in the governance of MASRA, all members and other persons interested in the programs of MASRA and MRT are encouraged to actively participate in the monthly meetings of the directors, serve on committees of the Board of Directors or stand for election to the board at an annual meeting, normally in June. All members are invited and encouraged . (see MRT By-Laws).
Mission Statement
Meadows Race Team designs, develops and markets programs and services to serve the needs of competitive skiers from ages 6 to adult. The success and diversity of these programs work through the shared efforts of professional coaches, parent volunteers and community / corporate involvement. Meadows Race Team strives to help individuals and groups reach their potential at what ever level they aspire to.
