Ski Week – Wednesday
Wednesday is traditionally a very busy day at Ski Week, and this year was no exception. The morning started off with Junior and Senior downhill ski and snowboard races, which took place under still sunny skies. All House representatives raced well, making for stiff competition. The busyness continued with the cross-country ski race after lunch (many of the downhill competitors raced the grueling 10-km race as well). These athletes glided by the finish line just as some of their peers put the finishing touches on their “Mythology” snow sculptures for the Inter-House competition.
After a mere 7 hours, the snow sculptures were completed. They were beautifully crafted and exceptionally creative. Once lit with twinkling candles and featuring a backdrop of snowy mountains, the scene was definitely one to commit to memory.
The fun ended with the traditional carnival, run by the grade 11's, and the finals for Reach for the Top. Last year, the staff verses the top grade 12s ended with a strong victory for the students. This year, however, the staff was able to claw that title away. One can only wonder what next year will bring…
– Stephanie Owen