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6th Annual Canoe Trip & BBQ Wed. Aug.4, 2010 Report

Twenty eight eager canoeists and three kayakers departed from the boat launch at Laurier Park at 12:30 pm. in ideal canoeing weather, slightly overcast and pleasantly warm with a slight breeze. After paddling 16 kms in approximately two and a … Continue reading

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Snow is here…and there!

The snow has finally arrived, along the cold weather (although the weather gods went a bit overboard with this), and we are finally skiing!   We have been skiing at Snow Valley for a few weeks now and our first … Continue reading

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Welcome to Winter

OK, so it’s not here yet – but it’s close!  The Club is hosting it’s annual “Welcome to Winter” get together and information session at Snow Valley on November 18th from 9am to 3pm.  Snow or NO snow!! In-lodge activities: … Continue reading

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Bruce McGavin, Ski Jumper

On the Oct 2nd bike ride, Bruce led the black group to one of his old haunts – the location of the long since demolished ski jump structure of the Edmonton Ski Club, on the hill behind the Muttart. He … Continue reading

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Magic Bus Meeting

Max has asked me to pass on this information to any interested Club members: There will be a Magic Bus Guide meeting at Snow Valley on Tuesday, Oct 7 at 7p.m.  Anyone interested in becoming a Magic Bus guide will … Continue reading

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Snow Valley Update

For those of you who have not had the opportunity to see the changes happening at Snow Valley this summer, Carl Ulrich has taken a few pictures of the new quad chair that is in the final stages of installation. … Continue reading

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Canoe Day Perfection!

The annual canoe trip down the North Saskatchewan River, from Laurier Park to Gold Bar Park, was held on August 6.  The flotilla of 16 canoes and 4 kayaks enjoyed perfect weather for an afternoon on the water – sunny, … Continue reading

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Evolution of Rocky Mountain Seniors Ski Club

The attached document was provided to SASC members at the Annual General Meeting in Calgary on May 28. It describes the initial formation of the Northern Branch of the Seniors Alpine Ski Club and some of the issues which led … Continue reading

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New Club Badges

We are getting closer to having a name badge for our members. Whitey Watts, with input from Mike Tansey, has finalized the design. The Executive meets on Wednesday, June 3, to give final approval and determine the number of badges … Continue reading

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June Biking Schedule

The June biking schedule has been emailed to all bikers. Rides will depart from Gold Bar Park (once), Sherwood Park (twice), Hawrelak Park (4 times), and St Albert (twice) during the month. The schedule can be downloaded by clicking on … Continue reading

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