June 27, 2011
National Film Board Documentary on Jackrabbit Johannsen from 1975
This short film retraces the life of Herman Smith Johannsen – the man who introduced the sport of cross-country skiing to Canadians. From past to present, his life story is portrayed through pictures from sports newsreels, Norwegian archives and his family album. The film catches up with him at both the Canadian Ski Marathon, where he is the honoured guest, and on a return trip to his native Norway.
June 23, 2011
Gerry Rideout awarded Volunteer of the Year Award from Cross Country Canada
On Saturday, June 11th in Lac Delage, Que. at the closing banquet of CCC AGM, Gerry Rideout, President of CCNL Ski division was presented with a plaque signifying Volunteer of the Year Award for Canada .
Volunteer Of the Year:
Rideout said that he was pleased to receive the award and was very thankful to the people that nominated him.
Volunteer Of the Year:
- Awarded to men or women who have made a significant contribution to the local, regional or national development of cross country skiing.
- Nominees will be individuals who have gone "that extra mile" in their volunteer contribution to their club or division or on a national Committee or Board.
Rideout said that he was pleased to receive the award and was very thankful to the people that nominated him.
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| From CCNL Cross Country Newfoundland and Labrador |
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| From CCNL Cross Country Newfoundland and Labrador |
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