2013/2014 Valemount Conditions and Updates!

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My heart goes out to the family, friends and all who were involved. A strong reminder of the dangers in the back country. Ride safe everyone!
 

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Heading out to Blue River this weekend. What are the snow conditions like with the mild temperatures? Will we be able to find powder?
 

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rode allen on friday. Went way back and found some great snow that was untouched. Still lots left when we left. Decided to ride keyhole on saturday. Got up there to find out know one had been in yet. There was another group right in front of us that found the same thing. They broke the trail in. We fixed alot of trenches. Anyway the trail into keyhole is good to go. The snow in the trees made it look like the snow was going to be great up top. Got in and it was like riding on concrete. Even in the trees it was hard. We cut our losses and headed down early. Needs a good snow for the riding to be any good in there.
 

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rode allen on friday. Went way back and found some great snow that was untouched. Still lots left when we left. Decided to ride keyhole on saturday. Got up there to find out know one had been in yet. There was another group right in front of us that found the same thing. They broke the trail in. We fixed alot of trenches. Anyway the trail into keyhole is good to go. The snow in the trees made it look like the snow was going to be great up top. Got in and it was like riding on concrete. Even in the trees it was hard. We cut our losses and headed down early. Needs a good snow for the riding to be any good in there

Broke into Keyhole Jan 10th, decent snow.Good to know it aint worth going back in until next snowfall. Clip from hillclimb before heading over ridge into keyhole.

Valemount Keyhole Jan 10, 2014 - YouTube
 
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mmmmkay..

rode allen on friday. Went way back and found some great snow that was untouched. Still lots left when we left. Decided to ride keyhole on saturday. Got up there to find out know one had been in yet. There was another group right in front of us that found the same thing. They broke the trail in. We fixed alot of trenches. Anyway the trail into keyhole is good to go. The snow in the trees made it look like the snow was going to be great up top. Got in and it was like riding on concrete. Even in the trees it was hard. We cut our losses and headed down early. Needs a good snow for the riding to be any good in there
 

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Hey Folks

If you are looking for something different this weekend, you should come on out and participate in this years Winter Festival happening this weekend.

Saturday, January 25, 2014

Snowmobile Drag Races

Come out and try your luck at the different classes: Stock, Improved, Mountain, Pro, Amateur and there is even a class for Local Racers! For the kids we have Jr. Amateur (ages 12-15) and Mini Sled Class (Kitty Cat).

Cash Prizes!

Registration: 8:00 am–10:00 am

Location: Valemount Visitor Centre

*There is no preregistration for this event ($30 per pro class, $ 10 per amateur class and free for mini sled class)

* $10 insurance for each sled, $10 tech fee & $10 SSRA membership, $10 gate fee

* The total prize money with racer payback for 2013 was $6,600!

*For Technical Racing Information contact Dale 306.236.3187 or Brad at 306.220.3051 or go to SSRA - Saskatchewan Snowmobile Racing Association

Race Start Time: 12:00 pm

Location: Canoe River Campground

Concession on-site 10:00 am–4:00 pm. The concession will be serving breakfast and lunch. Proceeds go to Canoe Mountain Rodeo.

Tickets are $10 per person (12 and under free) or $20 per family (immediate family-max 4) (available at the gate).

Awards Ceremony

Time: 5:30 pm–8:00 pm (Doors open at 5:00 pm)

Location: Valemount Lions Club (1100 Main Street)

After the races kick back and relax and join us at the Awards Ceremony. Complimentary appetizers (served 5:30 pm–8:00 pm) and cash bar available. Open to registered participants, friends and family. Valemount Taxi service is available for hire call 250.566.4354.



Sunday, January 26, 2014

Snowmobile Poker Run

Time: 9:00 am–approx. 1:00 pm Location: Westridge Parking Lot

Ride for a cause! Bring your family and friends to experience the thrill of riding in the beautiful mountain trails of the Lower Westridge area, while raising funds for BC Lions Society for Children with Disabilities. Tourism Valemount, in cooperation with the Valemount Snowgoers Club and VARDA will be hosting the annual Winterfest Poker Run. The trail is a low-elevation, clearly marked 30-km-loop where you will experience beautiful views of the valley and village below. Take a break and fight off winter chills with a complimentary hot chocolate and a treat at the warming hut, at approximately the 20 km mark of the trail. This trail is also an excellent place for new riders to improve their snowmobiling skills before heading into more serious territory. The Poker Run will start and finish at the Westridge parking lot where you will pick up your cards and hope for the best hand! Prizes will be given for best hands, pledges, rider categories and ghost riders.

Complete your adventure with hotdogs and beverages by the bonfire at the Westridge parking lot, sponsored by Canadian Mountain Holidays Valemount, while you mingle and share stories about all your snowy adventures. The rest of the day is yours to go out and discover new activities or blaze the trails of yesterday.

Please don't forget to download a copy of the pledge sheet for the poker run which is attached to this email. Great prizes for this event including something awesome for the person collecting the most pledges! For a larger PDF copy, please download one from the link on the events section of our website Snow Drags and Family Poker Run | Home
 

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Hey Folks

If you are looking for something different this weekend, you should come on out and participate in this years Winter Festival happening this weekend.

Saturday, January 25, 2014

Snowmobile Drag Races

Come out and try your luck at the different classes: Stock, Improved, Mountain, Pro, Amateur and there is even a class for Local Racers! For the kids we have Jr. Amateur (ages 12-15) and Mini Sled Class (Kitty Cat).

Cash Prizes!

Registration: 8:00 am–10:00 am

Location: Valemount Visitor Centre

*There is no preregistration for this event ($30 per pro class, $ 10 per amateur class and free for mini sled class)

* $10 insurance for each sled, $10 tech fee & $10 SSRA membership, $10 gate fee

* The total prize money with racer payback for 2013 was $6,600!

*For Technical Racing Information contact Dale 306.236.3187 or Brad at 306.220.3051 or go to SSRA - Saskatchewan Snowmobile Racing Association

Race Start Time: 12:00 pm

Location: Canoe River Campground

Concession on-site 10:00 am–4:00 pm. The concession will be serving breakfast and lunch. Proceeds go to Canoe Mountain Rodeo.

Tickets are $10 per person (12 and under free) or $20 per family (immediate family-max 4) (available at the gate).

Awards Ceremony

Time: 5:30 pm–8:00 pm (Doors open at 5:00 pm)

Location: Valemount Lions Club (1100 Main Street)

After the races kick back and relax and join us at the Awards Ceremony. Complimentary appetizers (served 5:30 pm–8:00 pm) and cash bar available. Open to registered participants, friends and family. Valemount Taxi service is available for hire call 250.566.4354.



Sunday, January 26, 2014

Snowmobile Poker Run

Time: 9:00 am–approx. 1:00 pm Location: Westridge Parking Lot

Ride for a cause! Bring your family and friends to experience the thrill of riding in the beautiful mountain trails of the Lower Westridge area, while raising funds for BC Lions Society for Children with Disabilities. Tourism Valemount, in cooperation with the Valemount Snowgoers Club and VARDA will be hosting the annual Winterfest Poker Run. The trail is a low-elevation, clearly marked 30-km-loop where you will experience beautiful views of the valley and village below. Take a break and fight off winter chills with a complimentary hot chocolate and a treat at the warming hut, at approximately the 20 km mark of the trail. This trail is also an excellent place for new riders to improve their snowmobiling skills before heading into more serious territory. The Poker Run will start and finish at the Westridge parking lot where you will pick up your cards and hope for the best hand! Prizes will be given for best hands, pledges, rider categories and ghost riders.

Complete your adventure with hotdogs and beverages by the bonfire at the Westridge parking lot, sponsored by Canadian Mountain Holidays Valemount, while you mingle and share stories about all your snowy adventures. The rest of the day is yours to go out and discover new activities or blaze the trails of yesterday.

Please don't forget to download a copy of the pledge sheet for the poker run which is attached to this email. Great prizes for this event including something awesome for the person collecting the most pledges! For a larger PDF copy, please download one from the link on the events section of our website Snow Drags and Family Poker Run | Home


Registering between 8:00AM and 10:AM has been a problem in the past with us. Can you send someone by to wake us up.
 
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