If you ever needed a good reason to get out and enjoy the winter weather, the third annual Quesnel Winter Carnival is it. The celebration of all things winter takes place at the West Fraser Timber Park on Saturday Feb. 5, starting at 1 p.m.
The Winter Carnival encourages active living through cold-weather sports. Come out and cross country ski, snowshoe, toboggan, and skate – borrow ours if you don’t have your own.
The Quesnel and District Community Arts Council’s contribution this year has greatly expanded the arts aspect of the carnival. Join in hands-on arts activities, such as making prints, snow sculptures, snow paintings, and fabric art, all with the help of talented local artists.
You may choose to also take in the dog sled demonstration, a scrimmage between the Ladies Ice Hockey Golddiggers and the Icemen, or show off your skills at the Goalie Shootout.
New this year is an Adult Winter Fun Challenge. Enter the casual challenge by completing three of five winter activities. Prizes have been donated by local organizations and businesses. Other features include an open house at the Nature Centre, nature booths, and making your own bannock and s’mores.
Dress warmly, and don’t forget to bring headwear for the Crazy Toque contest. Bring your favourite toque from home (limited quantities will also be on sale at the event). The winter celebration caps off with fireworks at 5:30 p.m.
To help everyone join the fun, Quesnel Transit buses will stop outside West Fraser Timber Park on Saturday. For more information, call 250-992-8200, or visit http://www.quesnel.ca/ or the Quesnel Winter Carnival page on Facebook - see here
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