Remembering Ray Norman

It is with sympathy and sadness that we inform members of the recent passing of Ray Norman, who was killed in an avalanche last Saturday near Smithers, BC:

http://www.calgaryherald.com/news/Canmore+avalanche+victim+happiest+when+outdoors/4362838/story.html

A resident of Canmore, Ray was well known in the skiing and mountaineering communities and someone who freely volunteered his time and talents helping others. Ray was also an active member of the Bow Waters Jackrabbits, who had been assisting Heather Opseth, his daughter, with the Bunnies.

We extend our sincerest condolences to family and friends at this difficult time.

January 23rd ski pictures

Hi everyone,

My name is Shaun Taylor, I'm the dad of Evan and Keegan and this is our first year with Bow Waters Jackrabbits.

You may have seen me skiing around (and occasionally laying in the snow) to take photos of the kids. I tried to get images of all the groups while looking for some interesting angles, lighting, backgrounds and fun shots. Here's some of the images that I think turned out ok - hope you enjoy them.

West Bragg Creek Classic

Hello Bow Waters Jack Rabbit families, here is a message from Roy Strum of Foothills Nordic,

regarding an upcoming event. This is not a BWJR event, but any interested families can find

out more by following the link below. Roy's message is below:

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Greetings friends,

You and your family are invited to participate in the West Bragg
Classic on Sunday Feb 13, 2011 in the afternoon at the West Bragg Ski
Trails.  The focus is on fun and organizing a fun event for kids.

Event registration is online at https://www.zone4.ca/onlinereg.asp?id=3328

Event information is found at
http://xcbraggcreek.ca/assets/West%20Bragg%20Classic.event%20notice.2011.pdf

the event will also serve to raise some funds to support our local
volunteer trail grooming association - the greater bragg creek trails
association (GBCTA) - GBCTA does an excellent job of supporting the
good work of Kananaskis country in maintaining the West Bragg Trails
to a high standard.  By participating in the West Bragg Classic you
can help to support the volunteer work of the GBCTA.

Register early - there is an upper limit of 100 participants in the
event - so its good to get on there early and sign up.

Join in on the ski celebration in the greater Bragg Creek area.

Please spread the word and share this information with as many people
as you like.  The event, although being primarily a club event for xc
bragg creek ski club, is open to anyone in the ski community who would
like to participate.  I expect that we will reach our registration cap
early on - so I highly encourage
you to register early and not be disappointed.

Roy Strum
Chief of Event

Lake Louise Loppet - Hostel

With 2011 underway, we're looking forward to the annual Lake Louise Loppet on Sunday March 6.  As with previous years, we have reserved a number of rooms at the Lake Louise Hostel for our group to stay on the Friday night and Saturday night before the loppet.  We will also have a dinner at the hostel on the Saturday night. More information about the dinner will be coming soon.

If you want to stay at the hostel, the rate is $30.36 per person per night. We have booked six 5-bed rooms, six 4-bed rooms, and two 2-bed rooms (total of 58 beds).  To date, there are five 5-person rooms and the two 2-person rooms remaining.


If you wish to stay at the weekend, please contact me: Dave Rempel, email: dave_rempel@telus.net, or phone 403.995.9751 (home) or 403.616.1505 (cell)

Note that payment for the stay must be made by Sunday February 13.   The rooms were booked up fast last year, so don't delay! 

Hotel Deal

The Holiday Inn – Canmore offers Bow Waters Jackrabbits a special room rate

BWJR families are offered a discounted room rate of $89 plus taxes.  This rate is based on double occupancy; extra adults in room will be $15 extra. This room has two queen beds, mini-fridge, microwave, in room coffee pot.

To receive this rate, Please call the hotel, give the rate and have them
tell the front desk agents the Sales Coordinator (Angela Kerr) had given the club this
rate.  This rate is NOT available on long weekends and Valentine’s Day and is
subject to availability.

The hotel can be viewed at www.hicanmore.com

Phone: 1-403-609-4422

The Holiday Inn – Canmore offers Bow Waters Jackrabbits a special room rate

 

BWJR families are offered a discounted room rate of $89 plus taxes.  This rate is based on double occupancy; extra adults in room will be $15 extra. This room has two queen beds, mini-fridge, microwave, in room coffee pot.

 

To receive this rate, Please call the hotel, give the rate and have them
tell the front desk agents the Sales Coordinator (Angela Kerr) had given the club this
rate.  This rate is NOT available on long weekends and Valentine’s Day and is
subject to availability.

 

The hotel can be viewed at www.hicanmore.com
 
Phone: 1-403-609-4422


First Ski Day

The weather was a bit brisk with the high wind and snow, but the kids and parents braved it all.  It was tough to get the bunnies out of the lodge after the snack break.  Although the meeting room B was a bit crowded, it was good to see so many new and old faces. Instructor Jeff showing the bunnies how to fall on your kiester If you have any video or photos that you would like to share with the rest of the club, please send them to us via the "photos dropbox" which is a click away on the left.

 

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First Ski Lesson Sunday - Please Read!

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This Sunday, December 12 is our first meeting of the club this season.  We will be meeting at 10 am at the Canmore Nordic Centre in Meeting Room B (up the stairs).  We will have a short meeting followed by a lesson and assessment for all the children.

Trail tickets are required on our ski days at a cost of $5 for children age 6 and up and $10 for adults.  Children 5 and under are free.  Please do not purchase your tickets at the ticket booth when you arrive – this is a special rate for BWJR - we will have tickets available in Meeting Room B.  Please bring cash or a cheque payable to Susan Duska to pay for your tickets – exact change is always appreciated!

Also, please remember to bring your new waivers, if you have not already signed them.  If the new waiver is not signed, you and your children will not be able to ski with the club on Sunday!  Click here for the waiver

Please dress for the weather and come ready to have some fun!

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Welcome to a New Season!

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Dear Jackrabbit families,

Firstly, welcome back to returning members, and a big welcome to all our new members!  We have had a tremendous amount of interest in the Jackrabbits program over the past few weeks, so this should be a great season, with several new families joining us.

Click here for the season schedule. There may be some changes depending on weather and snow conditions. 

This year, you will need to confirm the lesson is a “go” by consulting this website (top left).  Lessons are cancelled if the temperature falls below -20C with wind chill.  You can also get this on your cell phone with Twitter.  Myron put up a "how-to" on the website below.  The decision is made at 6pm Saturday the night before, but if the weather changes a lot, check back again at 8am for an update.

The first lesson is this Sunday, December 12.  It will be at the Canmore Nordic Centre and we will meet in Meeting Room B.   The lesson will run from 10:00 am until 12:00 noon. There will be a brief orientation at 10:00am, during which the children will meet their coaches.   

Members can eat lunch in Meeting Room B after the lessons.  Please note that the room is booked until 1:00 pm.  If you are planning to stay and ski for the afternoon, please remove your belongings by 1:00 pm.  The club is responsible for keeping the room tidy.  Bow Waters Jackrabbits will be charged for any cleanup required in the meeting room.  Please clean up after yourselves. 

Trail fees are in effect for the Nordic Centre and the club’s rate is discounted.  The amount will be posted shortly.  Children 5 and under are free and instructors tickets are provided.

A few housekeeping points:

Children need to be dressed and ready to ski, so please have their skis waxed beforehand. They should also have a snack and a drink, and an extra pair of mitts, all of which they need to carry themselves.

Children 6 years old and younger under need a parent to accompany them during lessons.

Finally, CCA updated their waiver this year.  If you have not yet signed and returned the new waiver, please do so.   I will collect these on Sunday as well.

Looking forward to meeting everyone soon!

 

Stacey Page

Jackrabbits Registrar

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Family Day Weekend ski trip to Golden option

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Come to Golden for their fantastic Nordic trails on Feb 19 and 20, 2011.   We will meet together on the Saturday and Sunday to plan trips based on the abilities of those present - there are lots of possibilities between the 2 Nordic Ski areas.  Dawn Mountain has 33 km of trails that are tracked for both classic and skate skiing. The Golden Golf Course also has track set trails if there is enough snow.

As this is the Family Day long weekend, I recommend you book your accommodation asap.

For more information please contact Carolyn Lindsay or Dave Rempel

See www.goldennordicclub.ca for more information on their trails.



New Ski Instructors - training 2010

This last weekend was "Introduction to Community Coaching" to which Bow Waters Jackrabbits had 3 volunteer parents become our new instructors, Helen Buchanan, Heather Opseth, and John Holmes.  The course involves 2 days of course work and 1 day of on-snow training.  The club is always looking for new instructors, something to think about for next year.  Thanks guys for volunteering.

 

Registration now open!!

Registration for the upcoming season is now open. 

Register by November 15th to take advantage of our early bird discount.

Please use the registration tab above and follow the instructions.   Registration is not complete until all material (online information, both registration forms, waivers, and cheques) are received by the registrar. 

Questions?  Contact the registrar, Stacey Page at bwjackrabbits@gmail.com