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World Snow Day in Edson celebrated at Hornbeck Trail
by Natalie Rau
The Muskeg Flyers and Town of Edson helped
celebrate World Snow Day on Sunday, January
20.
The event took place at the Hornbeck Cross-
Country Ski Area located 14 km northwest of
Edson from 12pm – 4pm.
Fédération Internationale de Ski (FIS) World
Snow Day was started in 2007 to promote snow
sports for families and children.
This is the first year Edson has participated in
World Snow Day and over 175 people came out
to enjoy a day of games, goodies and fun. “It was
a great success!” said event organizer Amy
Corser with the Muskeg Flyers.
Town of Edson provided snacks and drinks and
Corser made soup and squares for those
attending.
“I organized World Snow Day here because I
am a Muskeg Flyer and I enjoy skiing at PASSPORT PHOTOS & MORE
Hornbeck Ski trails. I really like to promote the
trails here because I think everyone should know
about them and use them to stay active during Professional Digital
our cold Alberta winters,” said Corser. Passport System
There were fun kids' games and an alphabet photos ready
scavenger hunt through 1km of the trails for in minutes
everyone to enjoy. while you wait...
Hornbeck offers 37.4 km of groomed trails for
novice and intermediate skiers. The staging area The Weekly Anchor
provides a warm-up shelter with wood stove, Michael, Adilyn, and Maligna Bachisky were out enjoying World Snow Day at the Hornbeck Cross- 5040 3rd Avenue, Edson
picnic tables, toilet facilities and a parking lot. Country Ski Area on January 20. photo Natalie Rau
DROP IN AND SEE! 780-723-5787
Andy and Anne McCracken were enjoying some cross country skiing at Hornbeck Cross-Country Ski photo Natalie Rau
Planning a Block Party in your area
by Deanna Mitchener Husky Energy, Shell Canada, Ironline, Repsol too.
Energy or Cenovus may even loan their For more information or assistance about
Would you like the opportunity to meet more of equipment for the community barbeque." hosting a Block Party and receiving a rebate you
your neighbors but unsure how to go about it? "Once you have registered for your Block Party can contact the Town of Edson Community
Why not plan a Block Party in your area. It's a we will give you a block party planning guide Services by phone 780-723-4403 or email
great way for neighbours to connect, meet one that offers tips for your exciting event. In this cserv@edson.ca
another, and build a stronger and safer guide you will find ideas on planning and a list
community. It's a great way to welcome new of things to consider. The guide also gives ideas UPCOMING EVENT REMINDER
families to the area or meet new playmates for on what to eat, as food tends to be the main
your kids. incentive that brings everyone together," said Feb 3: The Edson and Area Early Childhood
Connecting with neighbours also gives an Inscho. Matters Coalition invites out families and
opportunity to identify and discuss what you love The guide offers ideas on hosting a barbeque, a th
about the area you live in or ways to improve it. picnic, potluck, catered dinner, chili cook-off or their preschool children to the 6 annual Kids
Diana Inscho with the Town of Edson, says, a backyard campfire. "There are some ideas for Fest at the Pine Grove School gym. From 10
“You can even have up to a $200 rebate for games that could be played, how to get the word am to 2 pm, attendants will have the
supplies if you are approved and booked through out, a quick planning checklist of things to do,” opportunity to speak with experts,
the Town of Edson. The rebate is available said Inscho. participate in interactive activities, and learn
towards eligible expenses such as non-alcoholic Block Parties are most common during the through informative displays. Live music will
beverages, food, invitations, posters or warmer months, but, there is nothing saying one also be included at 11 am and 1 pm.
entertainment. A few of the local companies like couldn't be planned for the colder winter months
THE WEEKLY ANCHOR
PAGE 24 MONDAY JANUARY 28, 2019 MONDAY DECEMBER 17, 2018 PAGE 13
World Snow Day in Edson celebrated at Hornbeck Trail
by Natalie Rau
The Muskeg Flyers and Town of Edson helped
celebrate World Snow Day on Sunday, January
20.
The event took place at the Hornbeck Cross-
Country Ski Area located 14 km northwest of
Edson from 12pm – 4pm.
Fédération Internationale de Ski (FIS) World
Snow Day was started in 2007 to promote snow
sports for families and children.
This is the first year Edson has participated in
World Snow Day and over 175 people came out
to enjoy a day of games, goodies and fun. “It was
a great success!” said event organizer Amy
Corser with the Muskeg Flyers.
Town of Edson provided snacks and drinks and
Corser made soup and squares for those
attending.
“I organized World Snow Day here because I
am a Muskeg Flyer and I enjoy skiing at PASSPORT PHOTOS & MORE
Hornbeck Ski trails. I really like to promote the
trails here because I think everyone should know
about them and use them to stay active during Professional Digital
our cold Alberta winters,” said Corser. Passport System
There were fun kids' games and an alphabet photos ready
scavenger hunt through 1km of the trails for in minutes
everyone to enjoy. while you wait...
Hornbeck offers 37.4 km of groomed trails for
novice and intermediate skiers. The staging area The Weekly Anchor
provides a warm-up shelter with wood stove, Michael, Adilyn, and Maligna Bachisky were out enjoying World Snow Day at the Hornbeck Cross- 5040 3rd Avenue, Edson
picnic tables, toilet facilities and a parking lot. Country Ski Area on January 20. photo Natalie Rau
DROP IN AND SEE! 780-723-5787
Andy and Anne McCracken were enjoying some cross country skiing at Hornbeck Cross-Country Ski photo Natalie Rau
Planning a Block Party in your area
by Deanna Mitchener Husky Energy, Shell Canada, Ironline, Repsol too.
Energy or Cenovus may even loan their For more information or assistance about
Would you like the opportunity to meet more of equipment for the community barbeque." hosting a Block Party and receiving a rebate you
your neighbors but unsure how to go about it? "Once you have registered for your Block Party can contact the Town of Edson Community
Why not plan a Block Party in your area. It's a we will give you a block party planning guide Services by phone 780-723-4403 or email
great way for neighbours to connect, meet one that offers tips for your exciting event. In this cserv@edson.ca
another, and build a stronger and safer guide you will find ideas on planning and a list
community. It's a great way to welcome new of things to consider. The guide also gives ideas UPCOMING EVENT REMINDER
families to the area or meet new playmates for on what to eat, as food tends to be the main
your kids. incentive that brings everyone together," said Feb 3: The Edson and Area Early Childhood
Connecting with neighbours also gives an Inscho. Matters Coalition invites out families and
opportunity to identify and discuss what you love The guide offers ideas on hosting a barbeque, a th
about the area you live in or ways to improve it. picnic, potluck, catered dinner, chili cook-off or their preschool children to the 6 annual Kids
Diana Inscho with the Town of Edson, says, a backyard campfire. "There are some ideas for Fest at the Pine Grove School gym. From 10
“You can even have up to a $200 rebate for games that could be played, how to get the word am to 2 pm, attendants will have the
supplies if you are approved and booked through out, a quick planning checklist of things to do,” opportunity to speak with experts,
the Town of Edson. The rebate is available said Inscho. participate in interactive activities, and learn
towards eligible expenses such as non-alcoholic Block Parties are most common during the through informative displays. Live music will
beverages, food, invitations, posters or warmer months, but, there is nothing saying one also be included at 11 am and 1 pm.
entertainment. A few of the local companies like couldn't be planned for the colder winter months
