Barbara Huntley loved Miramar. She loved
the organization, the bus, the lodge the skiing, the work weekends. Above all,
Barbara loved the people in Miramar. The club became her family. She gave of her
time generously; attended meetings, assumed numerous executive board positions
(including two terms
as president), worked creatively on club publications and was a leader in
bringing about changes in club governance.
She had a vision for the club’s future.
Looking ahead she saw herself and the club founders aging, slowing down, losing
the driving energy of youth. Barbara made speeches, phone calls, nudged, cajoled
and insisted on the need for having new and “younger” enthusiastic members
who would carry on the tradition of her beloved Miramar. Barbara always made
guests feel welcome and wanting to be part of this very special family. Under
Barbara’s guidance, new members were quickly enlisted in the responsibilities
of running the club and also given a voice in decision-making.
On the slopes, she was often teaching and encouraging newcomers to the sport. Her gift to Miramar, as implemented in the Barbara Huntley Novice Downhill Skier Program, will be a lasting statement of her passion for skiing and Miramar.