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Hi Racers
Mt Washington Was Wow and The Triple Crown is on!
The Mount Washington Race had it all, fresh snow, fantastic course, fun downhill section and plenty of smiles all around. It really was a great way to kick of the season and what a season it is going to be!
Back on the mainland the Triple Crown of snowshoeing is about to begin and I think we have a lot of hungry locals looking to rip it up. This year the series is complete with Grouse sandwiched between the season opener on Mount Seymour and Cypress hosting The Canadian National Snowshoe Championships for the first time ever on the West Coast. It is going to be a big year as the fastest man and women will enter the snowshoe history books as the first West Coast Canadian Champs and let's face it, we always remember the first. It's not just about speed, it's about getting into winter and enjoying that mountain fresh air, good luck to all of you.
Mount Seymour Course Changes
I am happy to announce some exciting course changes to Mount Seymour Yeti this Saturday Feb 2, 2008. I have been working hard on bringing you the snowshoer the best possible loop and I think I have it. Remember The Yeti is about fun on snow, so make sure you start the local series this weekend, I know you are going to love it!
NewJuc
Newjuc and The Yeti would like to announce an exciting opportunity that is open to everyone. NewJuc has taken the initiative to support The Yeti Race Series by starting a NewJuc Snowshoe Team. Stay with me, don't shy away, this is a recreational team looking to have a good time. What's in it for you? A super cool long sleeve bike atac jersey, lots of juc for the season and complimentary entry into the Triple Crown. All we ask is that you attend and have fun at the 3 local races. Please contact dave@theyeti.ca for more info.
Deep Cove Outdoors - Informative Snowshoe Night
Have you wanted to learn more about the sport of snowshoeing? Well, hear is your chance, Atlas Snowshoe Rep Dave Howells will be on hand to provide info on The Yeti Race Series, Atlas Snowshoe's, what to wear, how to prepare for a Yeti and lots lot's more!
Come on down for wine and cheese and enjoy a complimentary Sleeman while learning more about the fastest growing winter activity, snowshoeing. Plus it gets even better, if you want to buy a pair of Atlas snowshoe's or Smartwool socks it's a no tax night, so you save. Have you thought about doing a Yeti event? Here is your chance, you can register on the spot for $30.00 saving $5.00. Make this a winter one to remember, get into snowshoeing!
For more info go to www.deepcovekayak.com
Thursday Nights Are On - Come out and pre run sections of The Yeti Mount Seymour Race Course
Last Thursday Night Drop In was great with over 100 people out for a snowshoe. Make sure you get up the mountain with plenty of time to sign in and get ready. This week will be a great opportunity to pre run some of the Mount Seymour race course.
The Yeti Thursday Night Drop In Session provides an opportunity for you to snowshoe run in a fun none intimidating environment. We have a walk/hike group for first timers that want to get their feat white. The Run/Walk is the most popular group during drop in season, they really like to "Yeti it up" out on the trail. The run group is for those that are looking for a more consistent pace, be ready for a steady Eddie for the 1 hour. Every year I see new people come out and enjoy the evening session so much, they come back to all the Thursday Nights, maybe this will be you for 2008!
Thursday Night Drop In Mount Seymour
MEET AT BEARS DEN FAR NORTH END OF UPPER PARKING LOT
DROP-IN - $7.50
DROP-IN + Snowshoe Rental - $15
Result Adjustment to Team Category
The Yeti would like to apologize for a timing error that took place at the Mount Washington Race. The Team Category is growing and so is the competition with all top teams pushing hard for Victory. On the day 1st place was awarded to Team North Shore Athletics with a 2 second gap on 2nd place Helly Hansen. Upon further review Team Helly Hansen did in fact come in 1st place with North Shore Athletics coming in a close 2nd place. Congratulations to Team Helly Hansen, it looks like we have ourselves a friendly rivalry, who will be the top finishing team this weekend? Good luck to all the snowshoers on Mount Seymour.
Volunteers Needed!
If you or someone you know wants to come up to be part of the yeti this weekend we could still use some more great people! Help out with registration, timing or get out on course and cheer racers on. The Yeti is what it is because of the people that help to put it on. Got to the Volunteer page for more info.
If anyone has any questions at all please do not hesitate to email me, marc@theyeti.ca.
Marc Campbell
Race Director
The Yeti Snowshoe Series
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