RICK MERCER VISITS ROSSLAND
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 5, 2010
Rick Mercer recently visited the113th Rossland Winter Carnival. The video is up on Rick's youtube channel:
CANADIAN OPEN FREESKIING CHAMPIONSHIP
WEDNESDAY JANUARY 13, 2010
Senior Open Registration Deadline:
This Friday, January 15, 2010!
Fly high for a chance to win a share of $10,000 cash and a place on the podium with North America's best freeskiers.
Challenge yourself and get festive with fellow freeskiers during the 9th annual, original Canadian Open Freesking Championship, presented by Stikeman Elliot.
You don't have to be a pro-athlete to enter. The terrain is still as challenging as ever and the legendary after party never fails to rock.
Snow conditions are favourable with a powder and packed powder surface. This quality base is only expected to improve with more snow in the forecast. These made to order conditions are perfect for another year of competition.
Spectators are welcome to oooh and ahhh at this awesome display of talent. Watch the qualifier on Link's Line from the Motherlode Chair or the base of Link's. Settle in on Southside Road or Ledges to have a fabulous view of the finals on Mount Robbie. Don't forget your binoculars and cheering spirit!
Senior registration is $310 and $235 for Red Mountain Season Passholders.
More information and to register visit:
www.canadianfreeskiing.com
RED HOSTS THE 9TH ANNUAL CANADIAN OPEN FREESKIING CHAMPIONSHIP
MONDAY JANUARY 4, 2010
PRESENTED BY STIKEMAN ELLIOTT LLP
Canada’s Longest Running Big Mountain National Championship
The Canadian Open Freeskiing Championship presented by Stikeman Elliott LLP is coming back to RED Mountain featuring some of North America’s top and upcoming free skiers. The Open Finals will be held on legendary Mt. Roberts which boasts some of the best freeskiing terrain in North America and one of the longest, most challenging venues on the big mountain competition circuit. The event starts with the Junior competition January 15 - 16, followed by the Open Senior event January 21 - 23. A handsome cash purse of $10,000 will be awarded to the top Open Senior skiers.
The event also boasts a new presenting sponsor, Stikeman Elliott LLP. "We welcomed the opportunity to sponsor the Canadian Open Freeskiing Championship,” said Ross MacDonald, Managing Partner of Stikeman Elliott's Vancouver office. “Supporting Canadian athletes in local events coincides with the firm’s overall commitment to strengthen the communities we work and live in.”
