VOLUME 3 - JULY 1997 CUDDLE UP '98 Official Newsletter of the 1998 Saskatchewan Winter Games

Local Events Provide Exposure

April 18, 19 and 20, 1997, the Nipawin Lion's Club hosted its annual Trade Fair.   The Winter Games Committee took advantage of this event to showcase the upcoming Games, to display and also market Games souveniers.   Trade Fair visitors were given the opportunity to seek information and have questions answered by the volunteers who manned the booth. Wilbur-r-r-r, the Games mascot, made several appearances and pleased the crowd both young and old.

May 2, 1997 provided the Games Committee with yet another opportunity to introduce Wilbur-r-r-r and the Games to a province-wide audience, when the L.P. Miller students were host to a Peer Support Provincial Conference.

Challenge 500 For Kids .... A Great Success

The Win With The Games Lottery was challenged by the Pasquia Park Top of the Line Lottery to see which group could sell the most tickets in a four day period.   The four day challenge which ended May 22,1997 culminated with a day of activities meant to promote ticket sales and to provide some excitement leading up to the Winter Games next February.

The day started with a pancake breakfast and a fitness walk hosted by the Nipawin Senior Citizens.  The 1998 Winter Games Committee then hosted a series of events.  Some of the Lottery prizes were on display, tables were setup on the street to give people the chance to buy lottery tickets.   Several challenges were issued between various businesses and offices to help generate sales.   There were several activities planned from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.  Live street entertainment was provided by various local artists.  Winter Games merchandise was on display and a hot dog sale raised some money for the Winter Games.   Spectators were also able to cheer for their favorite team in wheelchair races; the races were held on a gruelling course on Centre Street and several locals and dignitaries took part.   The activities ended with a giant balloon drop; 250 balloons were dropped from a Sask Power bucket truck.   Several contained vouchers redeemable for various prizes, the grand prize being a lottery ticket.

While Nipawin did not win the challenge, the activities generated some additional ticket sales and provided some entertaiment for spectators and participants.

Win With The Games Lottery

The Nipawin Win With the Games Lottery has reached a successful conclusion.   The May 31st draw saw the Major Prize being awarded to a Star City couple Randy Jacklin and Elaine White.   The lucky couple decided to accept the $100,000.00 cash award as their prize.   The lottery was held in conjunction with the Nipawin Junior Hawks and Nipawin Minor Hockey.   Nipawin Win With The Games' share of the lottery proceeds will go to support the 1998 Saskatchewan Winter Games.

1998 Winter Games Committee Hosts Rainbow Days BBQ

The Winter Games Committee held a hamburger sale June 5, 1997, in conjunction with the Nipawin Chamber of Commerce Annual Rainbow Days.   Winter Games souveniers were on sale during the BBQ.   Proceeds from the BBQ will go to   support the 1998 Winter Games.

Strutting His Stuff!

Wilbur-r-r-r, the Winter Games mascot, has been busy this summer attending fairs and parades in the area.   Wilbur-r-r-r was a hit in the Birch Hills, Carrot River, Tisdale, Melfort, Prince Albert and Nipawin parades.  As a Goodwill Ambassador for the 1998 Winter Games, Wilbur-r-r-r creates excitement and makes new friends wherever he visits.   The Winter Games Committee also used the Nipawin Exhibitiion as an opportunity to showcase and sell their souvenir merchandise.

Volunteers

The 1998 Winter Games Committee is seeking to expand its immediate volunteer base.   The Games Committee has been involved in many recent events that have required extensive use of the existing volunteer list.   If you, or someone you know would be interested in helping out at upcoming special events, please call the 1998 Winter Games Office at 862-1998.   The excitement and anticipation of the Games is growing, become a part of the excitement by volunteering now.

Help Wanted

Urgently required!  Enthusiastic people of all ages for various volunteer positions for the 1998 Winter Games.   No experience necessary, will train anyone who applies.   Immediate openings available.

Nipawin Winter Games Office requires individuals interested in performing reception and general office duties on a part-time basis;  flexible hours.   Gain valuable experience in this busy, dynamic environment meeting people from our community and around the Province.   Skills required include interpersonal skills, typing (computer skills an asset - will train), and the desire to have fun!

Food Services require individuals for the preparation and serving of meals for the 1998 Winter Games.  Servers, cleaners, dishwashers, ticket punchers and prep cooks.   Cooks and supervisors with some experience in institution or commercial cooking are also required.   No age restrictions.

The Souvenir Committee requires volunteers to sell Games merchandise in a store-like setting.   The individuals would be required to handle cash, record sold inventory and provide friendly customer service.

If you are interested in any of the above positions, please call the Games Office at 862-1998 or for more volunteer positions, check the Job Board at the Games office, downtown Nipawin.

Introducing........

Cross Country Skiing

Biathlon

While Cross Country Skiing isn't new to Nipawin, the sport of Biathlon, will be.  These are two separate Games events but because they require the same trails they will be run from the same Games Venue.  Biathlon requires an athlete to be proficient in both skiing and shooting.   The Biathlon race is a combination of three skiing laps alternated with target shooting.   The fastest time in combination with the most accurate shooting will determine the winners, extra penalty ski laps may also be assessed if the athlete misses too many targets.   Cross Country Skiing will also be a Special Olympic events in the 1998 Saskatchewan Winter Games.   If you would like to find out more about these events, call the Games Office at 862-1998.

$$$$$$$$$$Million Dollar Hole-in One$$$$$$$$$$

The 1998 Winter Games Committee in conjunction with CJVR Radio, the Nipawin Golf and Curling Club and Million Dollar Hole-in-One Inc., held a very successful fundraiser here in Nipawin.  From July 9th to the 13th, Nipawin and area residents had the opportunity to shoot for a hole-in-one and the chance to win not only a cool $1,000,000.00, but other valuable prizes donated by local sponsors.

Summer Souvenirs Available

Golf Shirts 40.00
Shorts 20.00
Adult T Shirts 14.00
Fanny Packs 13.50
Ball Hats/Caps 12.00
Travel Mugs 5.00
Key Chains 5.00
Games Pins 4.00

Prices include G.S.T. and P.S.T.

Games Buttons Now on Sale

Games Admission Buttons are now on sale at the Games office.   The cost of the button is $5.00 and is good for admission to all sport venues.   Buy and wear your button now, they make a great souvenir pin.

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1998 Saskatchewan Winter Games

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Nipawin, Saskatchewan
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