‘The following dates have been confirmed for special events on Blackcomb for 1982: Jan. 24, Feb. 21, Mar. 13/14, Apr. 11 — Telemark racing on. Blackcomb Sponsored by the Vancouver Telemark Society, the “skinny skiers” will sail through the gates at full throttle, providing spec- tators with a lot of amazement and a few good laughs! (Open to ail com- X petitors). Feb. 6/7 — Pacific Western Pro Race 60 pro racers will take to the slopes - of Blackcomb for the THE PURE JOY of enjoying the snow is very much evident on the faces of this couple as they come down one of the midway race of their ten part many sii hills easily available to skiers from the North Shore. series. The format will be a head to head slalom race, Discover the joy of cross country wine botasa Sona , Mar. 7 — North American Again this winter the CANSI instructors and the North Shore family YMCA will be operating its cross country ski school at both Manning and Cypress provincial parks. The ski package includes a Pre-ski meeting to leam about clothing and equip- ment needs, and a chance to respond to any concerns that you may have, return transportation from the Y to the hill, lessons by certified availability of equipment rental. As well, the YMCA offers outings to groups which may enjoy spending an afternoon on the slopes, but have neither the expertise nor equipment to do so safely. We will provide’ tran- sportation, equipment and informal! lesson by a CANS] certified instructor. and the opportunity to ski with the instructor to ensure safety. For the young down hiller in. your family, the North Shore YMCA offers a new program. The YMCA junior ski club is a program designed to teach your child to ski in a safe supervised environment. The program operates from Jan. 16 to March 6 and includes a equipment check, an evening of ski films. eight 2- hour lessons by a YMCA ski instructor followed by a ‘% day free skiing under the supervision of a YMCA trained volunteer. If you wish further in- formation, contact the North Shore family Y at 926-5541. Ux \ p (OA \wag Coming up i at Blackcomb regional Powder 8 cham- pionships Blackcomb will host this exciting team event for the second consecutive year. The site is the Blackcomb Bowl, and the two man team with the finest set of tracks will challenge North America’s best, during a week of heli-skiing in the Canadian Cariboos with Mike Weigele. Apr. 24/25 — Spring fever on Blackcomb As the ski season of 81/82 draws to a close, Blackcomb will mark the occasion with a fun filled, family oriented weekend open to all. Obstacle races, a scavenger hunt, costume contest, outdoor BBQ, and dance contest, and many other special happenings wil! make this a one-of-a-kind weekend that no one should miss! CS SKIING SILVER STAR... BIG WHITE..SUN VALLEY.? 987-5244 1126 Lonsdate Ave., North Vancouver (TTS pre-season North Shore Ski Swap 980-1911 WINTER CLOTHING 20-50% 2 SUGG Reg. Sale RETAIL PRICES Rossignol Flash $175.00 Si ooos WOOL SHIRTS Seance Roouie soa sis003 § 99.95 DOWN VESTS & PARKAS Kazama Winter magic $130.00 $ 99.95 THINSULATE PARKAS BINDINGS PILE WEAR Salomon 222 Reg. Sale * ALL FINEST QUALITY FROM REGULAR STOCK! * 8O to 200 Ibs. $ 60.00 $ 45.95 JAN. 18-23 ONE WEEK ONLY! Dolomite Falcon Ladies $150.00 $ 89.95 YOUR OUTDOOR HEADQUARTERS ON THE Dolomite Juno Ladies 3 79.95 NORTH SHORE Men’s Dolomite Panther $ 99.95 Many other Great Boot Buys from $ 20.00 Sword Grip Poles GREAT OUTDOORS | wieeccn. s 19.98 Keg. to $60.00 $19.95 - 335.00 228 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver 980-1911 . 201 LONSDALE- NORTH VANCOUVER, 980 3313 ~