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Hi Snowshoers!
 I can't believe that we are at the end of the series already, time sure is flying this year. We have had an incredible winter with lots of snow at all the races and clinics and I want to thank everyone that has taken part. We have a lot to cover in this newsletter so read on and if you have any questions after this please send them to marc@theyeti.ca.
Registration Perk!
 For the first 75 to sign up or sign in at registration on Sat gets a free ATLAS stuff sack. These little stuff sacks are great for putting your wet socks, gloves, toque, Lifa and other small items. This is a first come first serve so get there early to get yours.
Series Points
Click HERE to see who is in the running to be the overall Yeti Champion in their Category. Right now it looks like Andrew Clarke is in line to take the title again for the Men’s Open but we can’t rule out young Shaun Stevens-Whale to take the overall fastest time even though he’s in the junior category. Here are some highlights for the series points. We have a 2 way tie for 1st place in the Woman’s Open between Krista Royle and Carey Sather, Sally Marcellus leads the Woman’s 50+ and a 2 way tie for 2nd between Betty Wiens and Louisa Lormier and finally the biggest tie goes to the Mens open with a 4 way tie for 2nd behind Andrew Clarke starting with Dave Cressman, Andreas Hestler, Justin Mark and Nate Wood. Good luck to everyone who competing for their position!
Cypress Course Map
 If you haven't checked out the course map you can do so by clicking here. This is an awesome course with some great views, powder sections and lots of single track.
Darn Tough Athlete of the Year
 This year we want to recognize someone that has stood out from the rest, we want to acknowledge that they have grown as an athlete in snowshoe running. If you know of someone that would be fitting for this award we want to know. This person will win 6 different types of Darn Tough socks along with a H/H light-weight jacket. Please submit your nominations to marc@theyeti.ca or you can submit their name at the Cypress event. We won't know whether this will be a man or a woman and what size they are until after this Cypress race so we will make the presentation of the prizing after the event and announce in the next post race newsletter.
Revised Results
I want to apologize for not congratulating some people that should have been acknowledged and weren't. Congratulations to our top 3 Woman's 6km 50+ - in 3rd place, Jill Sutcliffe, in 2nd place, Betty Wiens and in 1st place for the 6km course is Barb Hilier. We really try our hardest to get the results right but sometimes things go wrong. Speaking of that we have a couple other to mention as well. We had someone that did not finish the 9k and it threw things off a bit so we would also like to congratulate the real top 3 in the Men's 9km 40+ in 3rd place Ean Jackson, in 2nd place Rob Fransen and in 1st place Vladamir Ispolatov. And last but not least our top three for the Women's 6km 40+ in 3rd place Barb Crone, in 2nd place Pat Love and in 1st place Donna Palulak. Sorry again for the mix up and congratulations to all that got bumped into better positions!
The Yeti Ascent In Memory of Bob Withers
 Come out and support this event to raise money for the Heart & Stroke Foundation in memory of Bob Withers. We have a few different ways of raising money so you will have a few options to donate.
- Enter into the race, profits from this event benefit the HSF
- Purchase a Cow Bell for $10
- Purchase a "Smiling Bob Snowrunners" technical t-shirt
- Fill out a pledge form that will be in your race bag
- Go to theyeti.ca and donate online to the "Heart Tribute Fund" in Bob's name
- We will be auctioning off some Atlas Snow Race Snowshoes
Our goal is to raise $2,500 this year and with your help we will definitely do it. For more information on the event go to http://www.theyeti.ca/raceschedule.asp?page=ascent and to donate online go to
http://www.theyeti.ca/raceinfo.asp?page=bobwithers.
This year we are starting up the Bob Withers Spirit Award. Brenda Withers has donated a pair of Atlas Snow Race Snowshoes to give to the person that has shown great spirit over the years and who would be deserving of such a great award. We need to hear from you so please send your nominations to marc@theyeti.ca.
Deakin Equipment 1st Year Anniversary In North Van
 As all of you know Deakin is one of our big supporters of the Yeti and we always like to let you know when they have something big going on. Deakin North Van is now turning 1 year old and they are planning a Big Birthday Event so stay tuned. To make sure you don't miss the event go to www.deakin.com and get on their mailing list. This will keep you up to date on future sales and promotions. Speaking of SALES, Deakin is having their SEASON CLEARANCE SALE on APRIL 7. All winter clothing and footwear will be 50% OFF! You will also get a FREE gift card with purchase and they will have hot dogs and refreshments.
Purchase great gear from Yeti Sponsors like – Atlas Snowshoes, Helly Hansen, Garmin GPS, Darn Tough Socks, Vasque Shoes, Backroad Mapbooks, CamelBak Hydration Packs and Bottles and Thermarest. Don’t miss this SALE!
NEWJUC, The Best Juice For You, Period!
 Newjuc has come on as one of our newest sponsors this year and has been bringing their great juice to the finish lines of the last 2 races. It is a natural juice blend that is loaded with powerful antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. This is hands down the best juice I have ever tasted! You can get this great product at the following places;
- Costco
- IGA Market
- New/Apple Farm Market
- Fiddleheads Produce
- Queensdale Market
- Stongs Market
For more info check out their website at www.newjuc.com.
Online Registration
Don't forget if you are going to sign up for this race online that it closes on Thursday march 15 at MIDNIGHT. Save some cash and sign up before race day.
Great Events To Check Out!
The biggest race to announce is going to not only be the biggest mountain bike stage race to hit BC but it will contend with the biggest bike races in the world to be the best. I am talking about the BC Bike Race and if you haven't heard about it you should go check it out. This race will take racers from Victoria to Whistler over 7 days of unbelievable riding. To learn more about this event go to www.bcbikerace.com.
Thanks everyone and we'll see you at Cypress!
Marc Campbell
Race Director
The Yeti Snowshoe Series
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