SLED DOGS
In 1988 a group of enthusiastic volunteers assembled to work as the Ladies’ Technical Course Crew for Olympic Winter Games in Calgary. High winds and higher temperatures created huge challenges for the entire Organizing Committee and consequently crews worked around the clock to get races off. The Course Crew determined that they were being worked like “dogs”.
The analogy morphed into that of a Siberian Husky; a breed known for its loyalty, intelligence, speed, endurance and its preference for the outdoors - also its ability to work hard and haul a lot of stuff. The Sled Dogs were born and quickly defined themselves by their work ethic and their ability to enjoy the festivities and when necessary, create them.
The essence of a Sled Dog is captured in our brand. First and foremost he has a sparkle in his eye, a little bit of an attitude, confident, that “relish in the face of adversity” kind of a look. He is ready for the task at hand with his belt, drill and shovel at the ready as well a frosty beverage for the end of the day.
Today The Sled Dogs are recognized throughout ski racing circles as the volunteers corps of the Lake Louise Winterstart World Cup who come together to ensure the Men’s and Ladies’ races go off without a hitch.
Being a Sled Dog is no ordinary volunteer job - work hard, play hard is the credo. The friendships, the laughs and the experience make it all worth while.
BANFF MOUNTAIN WEAR & TECNICA
Thinking about a new pair of boots to for course work this winter?
Are you looking for something that is lightweight but still skis well? Then look no further, your search ends here.
Thanks to our friends at BANFF MOUNTAIN WEAR the TECNICA Agent AT Touring Boot is available to The Sled Dogs at a cost of $425.00 plus GST.
The Agent AT is high volume ski touring boot featuring a three buckle design, skiwalk technology and is available in half sizes from 25 to 30 based on limited availability. More specifications of the Agent AT boot can be found at:
http://www.tecnica.it/site/skiboot.php?site=1&lang=1&idPrn=2&idN=40&idP=57
This is an exclusive offer and is available only via BANFF MOUNTAIN WEAR, Banff, Alberta and is not valid elsewhere in Canada. All orders must be received no later than Thursday, October 15th, 2009.
Contact Pat Gillespie at (403) 760-7601 for more information and to place your order.
(BOOT COLOURS NOT NECESSARILY AS SHOWN)
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