Carter Classic Memorial Dual Slalom

Carter Classic: Saturday February 6, 2010

On-Line Registration Form

Printable Registration Form
Printable Pledge Form

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Silver Star Adaptive Snow Sports P.O. Box 534 Vernon, BC V1T 6M4

Carter Classic Frequently Asked Questions:

• What is the purpose of the Carter Classic Memorial Dual Slalom?
  
  This is a fun recreational fundraising event for all ages and abilities, which socially and financially benefits SSASS programs for disabled skiers and snowboarders.



• What does "Guesstimation" mean?
  
  It's a great race format, based on guessing how long it takes each racer to complete the slalom course. The 1st time you race the course we record and let you know your time, and then you guess how fast you are going to come down the 2nd time. The closest actual time to the guessed time wins! So it doesn't matter if it takes you 1 minute or 10 minutes, as long as you guessed right!



• What are the Carter Classic race requirements?
  
  
  • Enter alone or with your friends. SSASS will group 3-4 able-bodied racers with 1 adaptive racer to form teams. We will provide an adaptive racer, unless you have one.
  • Racers are invited to wear costumes for 'Best Costume' Awards!
  • Teams compete with each other in a short dual slalom.
  • Each racer is encouraged to collect at least $50 in pledges.
  • Helmets are recommended.


• When and where are all the event activities happening?
  
  
  • 8:00 - 10:00 am: Registration at National Altitude Training Centre
  • 9:00 - 10:20 am: Course Inspection on the hill
  • 10:30 am: Dual Slalom "Guesstimation" Race Starts (2 runs)
  • 12:30 pm: Luncheon & Awards Reception at NATC


• What are some of the awards?
  
  
  • Best Overall Team Guesstimation Time
  • Best Individual Guesstimation Time
  • Best Costumed Racer's Guesstimation Time
  • Best Costume
  • Closest To Hidden Time???
  • Best Wipe-Out of the Day


• How much is the event entry fee?
  
  There is no entry fee as such, but each team member is encouraged to collect pledges totalling a minimum of $50, due before or at registration. Prizes are awarded for the most funds raised.



• Who do team members or pledgers make their cheques out to?
  
  Please make any cheques payable to "Silver Star Adaptive Snow Sports". Tax deductible receipts will be sent to each person upon request.



• How do I become a corporate or individual sponsor?
  
  Please call Greig Crockett 250-260-5877 or Peter Lawson 250-545-0016 for sponsorship details.



• Why is it called the Carter Classic Memorial Dual Slalom?
  
  Over a decade ago, Donna Carter and friends took the first steps to make Silver Star Mountain accessible for all people with disabilities. Having a daughter, Danielle, with a disability motivated Donna to purchase the specialized equipment needed and to co-ordinate lessons with certified instructors.
  
  Due to Donna's devotion to her daughter and her commitment to making Silver Star trails available to all, the first annual Carter Classic fundraising race was held in 1996. In 2001, at age 24, Danielle passed away and in her memory the race now proudly continues as the "Carter Classic Memorial Dual Slalom" benefiting the programs for all disabled persons at Silver Star Mountain Resort. The net proceeds will be used to fund various programs for disabled students at Silver Star.



• Why do you use the term "Adaptive Snow Sports"?
  
  Because we use adaptive equipment and teaching methods in order to help people with disabilities enjoy snow sports of all kinds. Sometimes it takes a little trial and error, and some creativity on the part of the volunteer instructors, but we always try to have each student safely enjoying the snow in the least restrictive way possible.