Sled Dog Pack Back

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Trying to figure out what all the straps and zippers are for on your new High Sierra back pack?  Checkout http://www3.telus.net/thesleddogs/ to learn all the bells and whistles!

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THE DOG HOUSE IS BACK!

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It needs your support!
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For those of you new to Lake Louise, The Dog House is our volunteer après venue Located in The Wilson Room of The Lake Louise Inn.

Thanks to the initiative of a small group of Sled Dogs three years ago, whose intent was to enhance the après experience, “Dog’s Best Friend” help feed and water their fellow Dogs by donating funds to acquire non-sponsored items like wine, crunchy snacks and last year for the first time, pizza!

After slipping all day, these Dogs need a snack!

Sponsorships are available for a $100 contribution and can paid by clicking on the “Pay Now” button below or by INTERAC transfer via thesleddogs@telus.net and your financial institution. 

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Support options

Men's Week $100.00 Ladies' Week $100.00 Either $100.00 Men's & Ladies' $200.00

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PAW PRINTS

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Looking for information regarding your time volunteering at Lake Louise?  Paw Prints, our volunteer handbook is now available for download:

http://www3.telus.net/thesleddogs

The document has a large focus on Course Crew and their operations however there is plenty of information for you if you are making your first trip to the Winterstart World Cup.

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SLED DOG CAPS

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Our friends at New Era Caps have come up with a great piece for the 2011 edition of Sled Dog Schwag.  It is available to order now via PAYPAL - see link provided below, or INTERAC transfer to thesleddogs@telus.net

The cap is royal blue and features an embroidered Paw Print on the front, stitched New Era flag at wearer's left side and the title "SLED DOG NATION" embroidered around the rear opening. 

 

The New Era 920 is an unstructured cap featuring six panel construction, breathable eyelets, a curved visor and button at top. Open back has an adjustable New Era® flag clip closure.

Cost is $20.00 per hat; all orders and payments must be received by Monday, October 31st.

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SKI SWAP II

Round two of the Banff Alpine Racers Ski Swap goes tomorrow, Octoboer 15th, in Banff.  If you need gear for the track this season look no further for some great deals on race skis and also on fat skis from CMH Heli-skiing for those hoping for another La Nina winter.

October 14th, 15th, & 16th
Cascade Plaza - 2nd Level (across from high school) 
Consignment: Friday 5pm - 9pm and Saturday 9am - Noon
Early Bird Sale: Saturday 1pm - 2pm
Sale: Saturday 2pm - 9pm
Pickup: Sunday

SKI SWAP

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The Banff Alpine Racers are hosting the first of their annual ski swaps this weekend in Canmore.  If you are looking for a great deal on a pair of skis for the race course, something for that growing person in your life or are looking to unload some of your surplus equipment make your way west this Friday and Saturday.

October 7th, 8th, & 9th
Canmore Place, 1002 8th Avenue
Consignment:  Friday 5pm - 9pm and Saturday 9am - Noon
Early Bird Sale:  Saturday 1pm - 2pm
Sale:  Saturday 2pm - 9pm
Pickup:  Sunday

September Lobster Bake

Ok.  It's not really a lobster bake, but it is fun and it can include dinner!

September is almost here and once again we need your help to begin preparing our venue and equipment to host the world's fastest alpine racers at Lake Louise. This is your invitation to lend a hand - you know who you are!

Date:  Saturday, September 10^th and Sunday, September 11^th

·    Where:  Lake Louise!

What's On Tap:

§ Installing snow fence in the Alpine
§ Air Fence maintenance
§ B-Net inspection and maintenance
§ GPS survey crew (to be confirmed)

Details:
§ Come one or both days (lunch will be provided)
§ accommodation and dinner Saturday night for those working both days
§ Carpooling from COP on Saturday morning

Doug Campbell is making the trek west for the second year in a row to lend a hand to this important,and fun, weekend  and is looking forward to seeing you there.  Please contact Doug via 56fuller@gmail.com with your availability.

And if you haven’t registered for November yet… visit the website www.worldcupwinterstart.com

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Nationals at Nakiska

In a little more than 5 weeks time the GMC Canadian National Championships return to Nakiska. Nationals are a great event.  The best of Canada’s athletes competing in a relaxed atmosphere after the grind of the World Cup Season paired with the intensity of the up and comers of our provincial teams who are looking to make a name for themselves.

Races get underway on Thursday March 24th running through Thursday March 31st.  The first day for volunteers is Saturday March 19th with track prep and timing work to be done.  Do you have a weekend, time mid-week, or even more, that you can spare?  We need your help.

 

The ROC is working hard to provide a great experience for all involved.  For you so far:

• Accommodations at the Delta Lodge Kananaskis

• Daily Hospitality at the Race Shack and Woody’s Pub
• Volunteer Appreciation Night – Saturday, March 26th
• On-hill barbeque, thanks to GMC – Wednesday, March 30th
• Breakfast, lunch AND dinner• Good weather (it is March after all)

To register, simply follow the link to Alpine Canada’s website and fill in your info, www.canski.org/Canadian-Alpine-Races