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Powder 8s This Weekend at Fernie

Fernie (BC), Canada (Tuesday, February 18, 2003) - Fernie Alpine Resort will be holding its 20th Annual Powder 8’s competition this weekend on Saturday, February 22 for the big kids and the Junior Powder 8’s on Sunday, February 23 for the younger kids, ages 6 - 13 (snow and weather conditions permitting).

Set below the magnificent peaks of the Lizard range, teams of two skiers, riders or a combination rider and skier, will compete to perform the perfect 8’s in the powder snow. The teams are judged on synchronization, distance spacing, style and technique, roundness, symmetry and fall line. The winners of the adult competition will receive a trip to Lake Louise to compete in the Nationals on March 15, 2003 with an opportunity to make it to the World Championships at Mike Wiegle’s in Blue River, B.C. Junior Powder 8 prizing includes merchandise and Fernie Alpine Resort ski programs.

Early bird registration is $60.00 per team for adults prior to Wednesday, February 19 with a late registration of $70.00 per team accepted until 9:00 am on the day of the event.

Registration for Juniors is $40.00 per team prior to Thursday, February 20 with late registration of $45.00 per team accepted until 9:00 am on the day of the event.

Fresh snow has fallen just in time for the event. Over 40cm (15.75 inches) have fallen in the last 48 hours and the forecast calls for more snow to fall this week.

“Riders and skiers enjoyed great powder conditions for the holiday weekend,” “The forecast looks good as Environment Canada’s report says with cooler artic air at the surface and the moisture coming in from the west, the elements will be in place for significant snowfall.”

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