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.

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

SCHWAG


SLED DOG T-SHIRTS

After year's of "wanting to do something like this” The Sled Dogs finally have and are excited to unveil the first Sled Dog annual t-shirt.

The inaugural piece is NAVY in colour, 100% pre-shrunk cotton and available in sizes Small to 3XL. Final cost is to be determined as the print shop has yet to confirm but their estimate is in the range of $20 per shirt.

Orders can be placed tomorrow evening at Willow Park or by emailing your particulars to thesleddogs@telus.net no later than Friday, November 6th.

VOLLEY UNI'S

Is your jacket from last year a little long in the arms or in need of some other alteration? Worried about how this year's pants may not fit the way you want. Rest easy, the answer lies here: Cyrex Repairs, a specialist in dealing with tailoring technical fabrics.

Located in the Haysboro Centre at the corner of Elbow and Heritage Drive SW, Cyrex has been serving outdoor enthusiasts for the past twenty years. A number of us have used them over the years and can vouch for the quality of their work – it is excellent.

CYREX: 8419B Elbow Dr SW, Calgary, AB T2V 1K8 (403) 258-1827

FACEBOOK & WEB

Don't forget The Sled Dogs are now on Facebook. Join "The Sled Dog Alpine Club" and checkout for some great pictures from the past thanks to George Motter.

One technical item of note, the registration website is now closed to any and all alterations. If you have amendments to make please contact Volunteer Services via worldcupws@gmail.com for assistance.

Fallaway - October 28th

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