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Annual Snowshoe Race Set to Light Up Upper

Canada Village

By Molly Kett “No doubt the magical lights of know that snowshoe racing is can be found on the Canadian Dion
the Village are a great attraction, weather-dependent. This event Snowshoe Race Series website at
he 10th annual snowshoe but the Harvest Barn’s atmosphere has its followers that show up no www.healthandadventure.com.
Trace, in support of the and running during the night has matter what the conditions are,” This year’s race promises to
Winchester District Memorial its own special charm.” said Parisien. combine the physical challenge of
Hospital Foundation Family Care The race promises to be as To encourage early sign-ups, snowshoeing, the natural beauty
Centre, is ready to once again offer much about community and fun Parisien reminds registrants to act of the Upper Canada Village,
participants a magical experience as competition. quickly to save on fees and secure and community spirit to ensure
under the iconic lights of Upper a race souvenir. Full event details, a memorable night for all! This
Canada Village. “Participants can expect a including registration information, event is not to be missed!
party atmosphere as soon as they
Event organizer, Gilles Parisien, step foot into the Harvest Barn
highlighted the uniqueness of the registration area, and the festival
event, which blends athleticism lasts the full evening,” said
with a festive atmosphere. Parisien. “Results seem secondary

“I’m looking forward to great to the majority.”
snow, but more importantly, the Parisien noted that the event is
people that have come out to perfect for snowshoe enthusiasts
support this event year after year,” of all levels. “If anyone ever
said Parisien. wanted to try snowshoeing, this
The event will take place at would certainly be the perfect
night, so the Village’s lights and place to start. This event is a race
festive atmosphere can really you will never forget.”
shine. While the lights are a big While snowshoe racing is
part of the event’s draw, Parisien heavily weather-dependent,
emphasized the appeal of the Parisien praised the loyal
Harvest Barn, which serves as the participants who make the trek
heart of the evening. regardless of conditions.
“It’s hard to pick one part of the “The participant level has
event that everyone likes,” he said. grown over the years, but we all

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