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WEEKEND OUTLOOK
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WERLCOME SPECIAL OLYMPIANS!
WEEKLY ON-MOUNTAIN NEWS
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2016
Riley Polumbus
friendliness and welcoming ways. is coupled with a passion for winter sport is a big part of why our commu- nity has played host for the
number of key volunteer positions are still vacant including working the competition venues, mountain guides and gatekeepers. Guides and gatekeepers must be able to ski pro ciently and have their own equipment.
To get involved contact volunteer coor- dinator Karen Kimball at dry yk@gmail. com or 406-250-8481. She will put you in a position where you will have fun, whether it’s being a race o cial on course during competition or working closely with ath- letes.
Of course everyone is encouraged to come up and cheer on these athletes! No li ticket is required for spectators at the lower mountain events as the courses are close enough to the Base Lodge to walk to and you are encouraged to join everyone on the Base Lodge patio for the ongoing medal ceremonies. e nish area for the intermediate ski and snowboard events is at the bottom of Ed’s Run and accessible on foot. Skiers and snowboarders will be able to watch and cheer on athletes from most parts of the event venues.
It’s an honor to host these athletes whose passion for winter sports shines brightly on our slopes. We look forward to the next twenty years and beyond. Good luck to all the athletes!
esidents of the town e 2016 State Winter Games could of White sh and the not happen if it were not for the incred- Flathead Valley are ible volunteers. ere are plenty of oppor-
known far and wide for their tunities to be part of this year’s event as a
Special Olympics Montana State Winter Games for over two decades. We are proud to welcome the 2016 State Winter Games February 28 to March 1. ere are several opportunities to show these athletes your support and cheer them on as well as to be a part of this year’s Winter Games by vol- unteering at the events.
Special Olympics Montana (SOMT) is based in Great Falls and this marks the 21st year that we will welcome athletes with open arms. Over 360 athletes, as well as uni ed partners and coaches for teams across the state of Montana will come for two days of competition and celebration of sport. It’s an event our employees and local residents look forward to every year, and the favorite annual event for many of us. All the athletes coming for this year’s Winter Games deserve high praise for each athlete and team must train for a minimum of eight weeks before competition.
e Games begin Sunday a ernoon with the Parade of Athletes through down- town White sh at 4 p.m. Athletes and coaches will proceed down Central Avenue from 3rd Street to Railway Street and then
The Special Olympics Montana State Winter Games return to White sh February 28-March 1. Over 360 athletes will compete in alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing.
the Opening Ceremonies will commence in Depot Park which will include the cer- emonial lighting of the Special Olympics Cauldron as well as other exciting fes- tivities. Everyone is invited to give them a hearty White sh Welcome!
Come Monday morning, the Base Lodge will become the Olympic Village when the athletes, coaches, families and volunteers arrive for two days of compe- tition. Events will include Alpine Skiing, Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing and Snowboarding all of which will take place at White sh Mountain Resort starting
Monday Morning at 10 a.m. and last until 3 p.m. both Monday and Tuesday.
Skiers and snowboarders will compete in the chair 2 area on Hellroaring and Ed’s Run, as well as on Chipmunk and the Big Easy Carpet area. Snowshoeing and cross- country skiing competitions will take place near the bottom of chair 9. e Base Lodge patio will be the location for all medal cere- monies. Closing Ceremonies will take place Monday evening starting with a Torchlight Parade on Chipmunk—new this year—fol- lowed by a banquet and dance at the Base Lodge.
NIGHT SKIING & LIVE MUSIC ENDS SOON!
Night Skiing is Friday & Saturday from 4–8:30pm through March 5th. Tickets are $21. No charge for season pass holders. Stop in to Ed & Mully's for an après concert February 27 with Mike Murray from 4-7pm.
LIKE TO GO FAST? TRY A RACE LEAGUE!
WEDNESDAY NIGHT RACE LEAGUE: Dual GS racing every Wednesday, 4:30-7pm.
Bierstube party and awards, 7:30pm. Full details, entry fees and pre-registration online.
TOMMY MOE KIDS LEAGUE (Ages 5-12): Perfect for kids who want to try out low-key beginner competitions. Next race? Kombi on February 28 at 10:30am. $15/race. Register online by 4pm the prior day.
Full details for both race leagues at SKIWHITEFISH.COM
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