Late Summer Check-in

Hello Friends,

9° here this morning in Calgary, what better time to update you what is going on with Winterstart World Cup.

WORLD CUP 2012

 

Registrations are strong to date; we need you to get your name in as soon as possible! If you have a friend who has always been talking of joining us for years – get them signed up too!   Visit www.winterstartevent.com

B u i l d   W e e k:   November 9 to 16

M e n ’ s   W e e k :   November 17 to 25

L a d i e s ’   W e e k :   November 26 to December 3 (INCLUDES TEARDOWN ON MONDAY)

QUEST FOR GOLD GOLF TOURNAMENT

There are still a couple of foursomes available for Alberta Alpine’s annual golf tournament in Canmore. 

When:  Monday, September 10^th - 10:00 am shotgun; registration opens at 8:30 am

Where: Silvertip Golf Resort, Canmore
What:  Descente wearable tee gift, BBQ steak dinner with all the fixing, snacks and on course libations
How:  Purchase a single or foursome by contacting Adam Hull via adam@albertaalpine.ca or 403.609.4731

LAKE LOUISE WORK PARTY AND LOBSTER BAKE

September is around the corner and we need your help to begin preparing the venue and equipment to host the world's fastest alpine racers.  This is your invitation to lend a hand - you know who you are!

When: Saturday, September 8^thand Sunday, September 9^th

·         Come one or both days (lunch will be provided)
·         Accommodation and dinner Saturday night for those working both days
·         Carpooling from COP on Saturday and Sunday morning
Where:  Lake Louise Ski Resort
What:  Installing snow fence in the alpine – if you have never been up this high in the early autumn you owe it to yourself to see the view
How:  Please contact Doug Campbell via 56fuller@gmail.com with your availability

SOCIAL MEDIA

Don’t forget to follow us on our different portals to stay up to date:

Facebook:  The Sled Dogs  •  Twitter:  @TheSledDogs  •  Web:  http://thesleddogblog.blogspot.com

Enjoy what is left of the summer.  Don’t forget to register for November  at www.winterstartevents.com

DOG DAY 2012

Tickets

One$30.00 CAD Two$60.00 CAD Three$90.00 CAD Four$120.00 CAD

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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