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2 Zach Bell: AWG a ‘Life-Changing3 Experience’... published by A Mountain Named Ulu... 5 Why You Should Care About The AWG... 10 Sequins & Glitter Celebrate Team Spirit... 2 ULU News Whitehorse 2012 Arctic Winter Games Whitehorse 2012 Arctic Winter Games ULU News 3 A Mountain Named Ulu The 1972 Arctic Winter Games Expedition I want kids by HEATHER LEDUC across Canada Mountaineering was not an 50 kmh winds. At the peak the to know that official sport of the Arctic Winter group took photos, had a few snacks, Games when the event was hosted and unfurled flags of the Arctic even if you by Whitehorse for the first time in Winter Games, Québec and Canada, grew up in a 1972. Still, a highlight of the as well as the Old Earth flag, Games that year included one symbolizing citizens of the world. log house in unnamed mountain, a team of five The descent was slow going, climbers, two igloos and ten and the group didn’t reach camp the forest in the frostbitten toes. until 6:00 a.m. March 7. All Yukon you can It began when Roy Reber, experienced mild frostbite, but it Games general manager, wasn’t until the climbers were make it to the approached veteran mountaineer warming up in the igloo that Jim Monty Alford with the idea of Boyde discovered the severity of very pinnacle commemorating the second staging his frostbitten toes. of summer sport, of the Arctic Winter Games with When bush pilot Lloyd Ryder something unusual and unique: flew in with his Beaver to check on or any other the winter ascent of an unnamed the party on March 8, the climbers mountain. quickly stamped out “chopper” in facet of life. Alford took up the challenge the snow, and a helicopter was sent and selected an unnamed, unclimbed to airlift Boyde to Whitehorse. Athlete ambassador Zach Bell mountain near the Lowell Glacier Although reports in The Ulu at the with AWG mascot Borealis in the St. Elias region. time said the frostbite wasn’t (Photo credit: Sarah Lewis) Led by Alford, the expedition serious, Boyde did indeed lose all would comprise four additional ten toes. climbers, each representing a In his book The Raven and the region taking part in the Games: Mountaineer (2005), Alford Alaska, Yukon, Northwest reflected on the climb, and know that even if you grew up in Territories and Arctic Québec. He attributes its success to the Bell: AWG a ‘life-changing experience’ a log house in the forest in the assembled a team that included participating climbers, in particular Cover of The Ulu News Sunday, March 5, 1972. Caption reads: “Arctic Winter Games mountain climbers pose for Yukon you can make it to the two Yukoners, Jim Boyde and Jim Boyde with his stoic, cheerful a cameraman Thursday morning just prior to leaving for assault on unnamed, unclimbed peak 150 miles from White- Athlete ambassador, Zach Bell, hopes the Games will inspire all participants very pinnacle of summer sport, Martyn Williams, with whom attitude that inspired the others. horse. L-R: Jim Boyde, Northwest Territories; Scott Foster, Alaska; Llyod Ryder (pilot); Monty Alford (expedition leader or any other facet of life.” from Whitehorse) Louis Lambert, Arctic Quebec and Martyn Williams, Yukon Territories. The team is expected to reach by THOMAS SCHOENEICH Alford had climbed Mount Stephen It also helped to have a sense of As the 2012 AWG Athlete Leacock the previous spring. Scott humour: in an interview with The the peak of the 10,160 foot mountain some time today.” Ambassador, Bell wants to use Foster and Louis Lambert Ulu immediately after the climb, In less than five months Zach ambassador for the 2012 Arctic world championships silver med- part of both experiences. his experience to highlight the representing Alaska and Arctic Québec climber Louis Lambert there are incredibly intrepid and the Queen’s Golden Jubilee an avid paddler and teaches Bell will enter the Velodrome at Winter Games in Whitehorse. allist gives a lot of credit to the “This meant that when I got excitement and potential the Québec rounded out the team. joked that there was some people. The three men from Yukon medal. Alford has written several certification in canoeing. the 2012 London Olympics hop- “The AWGs are a true multi- AWG for helping and inspiring to the Olympics I was used to Games can hold for everyone. The five climbers set out on disagreement within the group who climbed Ulu Mountain in books; The Raven and the Martyn Williams was a teacher ing to win the first Olympic track sport games event. You have a him on his way to become a these sorts of situations and “These Games are an experi- Thursday, March 2 with an over the best name for the 1972 were and are exceptional Mountaineer: Explorations of the in Whitehorse when he joined the cycling-medal for Canada since crossing of athletes, culture and Canadian Olympian. could put more focus towards ence unique in the world and no expectation to summit the peak in mountain. He said since frigid leaders who continue to contribute St. Elias Mountains, was published Ulu Mountain expedition. He 2004. languages that is unique and gener- “Before I got to the Olympics performing at my very best.” matter where you fit into the five days. A base camp was set up temperatures had required to our appreciation and experience in 2005. continues his work with youth: in The Whitehorse-born athlete ally only found at very high level (in 2008) I was a part of five dif- The professional cyclist’s own competition they can be a life on a small tributary glacier, and an makeshift snow shelters at the of the planet’s wilderness After the Ulu Mountain 2003 he worked with the Kaska never forgets what got him to the games like the Olympics,” Bell said ferent multi-sport games, three career path is a prime example changing experience. igloo was erected. The next day a camps, some of the climbers felt environment. expedition, Jim Boyde went on to leader David Porter to develop very pinnacle of summer sport in an interview with Ulu News. of which were AWGs,” Bell said. that the AWG might well serve “If you are willing to say ‘yes’ second camp was established at “Mount Igloo” was more Monty Alford was a pioneer receive his Bachelor of Education wilderness training for youth. He events. “It is one of the only games for “The AWGs was not the exact as a stepping stone for a great to all the Games experiences, you 7,000 feet; on the third day the appropriate than “Mount Ulu.” northern hydrology surveyor but and teacher’s certificate from also initiated a trekking project The 29-year-old is a three-time young age groups where this kind same as the Olympics but it had career in sports. will make friends and learn things climbers reconnoitered a route. However, the latter name stuck, also a mountaineer whose Simon Fraser University. He called “Pole to Pole 2000”, with Arctic Winter Games participant. of experience is possible. That many of the same problems for “I am going to London (to the about yourself both inside and An overcast day on March 5 gave and the official name is now Ulu expeditions include two scientific eventually returned to Yukon, and young people from seven continents He competed for the Yukon in combined with the fantastic cele- athletes to deal with on a smaller 2012 Olympics) to bring back a outside the sporting venue.” the party an opportunity to build Mountain, to commemorate the expeditions to the Antarctic, and has been instrumental in the undertaking a journey that involved wrestling at the 1996 and the bration of northern and indigenous scale: language barriers, compli- medal for myself, for the Yukon The 2012 Arctic Winter an igloo at the second camp. awards presented at the Arctic guiding the film crew documenting development and delivery of the 71,000 km from the North to the 2000 Arctic Winter Games and as cultures makes it a fantastic char- cated logistical schedules, com- and for all the young people Games will kick off Sunday, The climbers set off to reach the Winter Games. Robert Kennedy’s ascent of Mount ACES (Achievement, Challenge, South pole. He is the first person a badminton player at the 1998 acter builder for young people.” mon – sometimes unpredictable training in small towns across March 4, at 6pm with the summit on Monday, March 6, with Kennedy in 1965. Alford is now Environment and Service) and to have achieved three extreme AWG. The 2011 UCI Track World – dining arrangements and unfa- the country,” he said. Opening Ceremony at the Canada clear skies, -25C temperatures, and The legacy of the Ulu retired and resides in Whitehorse. CHAOS (Community, Heritage, achievements: expeditions to both He has been named athlete Cup Series champion and 2009 miliar living quarters were all a “I want kids across Canada to Games Centre. a wind chill. They reached the expedition team He has received many honours, Adventure, Outdoor and Skills) the North and South poles, and to summit at 5:40 p.m. with -34C and There are intrepid people, and including the Order of Canada education programs in Yukon. He’s the Mount Everest summit. yukon energy keeping tradition in play

As minister responsible for sport and recreation I am pleased to welcome athletes, cultural participants, coaches, mission staﬀ, special guests, volunteers and visitors to the Whitehorse 2012 Arctic Winter Games. The Games capture our imagination through sport and cultural traditions. They bring us together to celebrate our athletes and performers and give us an opportunity to showcase our outstanding northern hospitality. To each of you, I wish you the very best as you test yourselves in competition and challenge yourselves artistically while celebrating your time together. The Yukon government is proud to be a major sponsor of the Whitehorse 2012 Arctic Winter Games.

Elaine Taylor Minister, Community Services 4 ULU News Whitehorse 2012 Arctic Winter Games Whitehorse 2012 Arctic Winter Games ULU News 5

said Parry. “Looking back, the 48,000 meals will be served during the 2012 AWG Games gave young athletes the The Price of Admission: opportunity to see competition on a 25,200+ hours volunteers will have worked by the end of the Games much larger scale than what they Arctic 6,000 ID badges will be handed out to athletes, officials, volunteers etc. were used to. It provided a fun, Investing in our Youth high-energy environment to race or Looking back, 2,100 volunteers are involved play our sport. For skiing in the Games gave Winter The cost of an admission ticket is invaluable to our youth’s futures particular, competing and learning 2,000 athletes will participate by KAREN KEELEY from skiers from Northern Russia young athletes the 1970 year the inaugural AWG were held in Yellowknife, NWT and Scandinavia was inspirational. I opportunity to see Games don’t think many club level racers aged 12 get to see that very often.” 1,617 medals will be awarded For those of us who call the hard to make the Games a success Yukon at the Arctic Winter Games competition on a This year, Yukon welcomes North our home, we’re here across the Circumpolar North. in 2002, 2004 and 2006, Parry now 800+ sporting events teams from Alaska, Alberta North, much larger scale ... because there is nowhere else we We think of virtue, valour, fair competes in cross-country skiing at by the Greenland, Nunavut, Northwest would rather be. Whether it’s play, honesty and doing our best national and international levels, For skiing in par- 500 athletes who participated at the first AWG in 1970 Territories, Nunavik Quebec, Yamal Greenland, Alaska, Northern without recrimination. We think soon to be racing in Europe. and Sápmi to the 2012 Arctic 251 medals won by Alaska, the most successful region at the 2010 AWG Alberta, Northern Russia or Yukon, strengthening sport development, To have had the opportunity to ticular, competing Numbers Winter Games. The Games are to us – the North is symbolic for building partnerships and attend a fully funded multi-sports 60 medal ceremonies at the 2012 AWG recognized as the world’s largest and learning from clean air, safe communities, celebrating cultures. We think games that welcomed contingents northern multi-sport and cultural 58.47 friendships and freedom. integrity and respect. But what from around the world meant a skiers from North- A numeric look metres: current AWG knuckle hop record set by Alaskan Rodney Worl (1986 AWG) event designed to give young For those involved in the Arctic does it all mean? For Yukoner John lot to Parry, and to his teammates. athletes and cultural ambassadors ern Russia and at some past and 45 artists from the nine participating regions will perform during the Games Winter Games, they too, want to Parry, it’s an investment in sport Yes – it was a big deal! their chance to take centre stage on come and freely express themselves development but more importantly, “We were given full uniforms Scandinavia was present Arctic Winter 33 cultural events, performances and exhibitions will be held during the 2012 AWG their own northern turf. and their athletic abilities. They it’s an investment in our kids. and the whole experience was In 1969 Governor Walter Hickel inspirational. Games statistics want to embrace the values The Arctic Winter Games gave centred around the athletes. Some 30 dollars: cost of 2012 AWG Super Pass will get holders in to almost 800 sporting events (Alaska), Commissioner James honoured by the Games organizers, Parry a solid leg-up for achieving of my best memories of sport have Smith (Yukon) and Commissioner 19 different sports sponsors and volunteers who work his dreams. As a member of Team been at the Arctic Winter Games,” Stuart Hodgson (NWT) began the 13 venues Arctic Winter Games. Since then, gold Ulu in the relay. I think that no longer are northern athletes speaks something to the value we 12 months the Song Relay travelled across the Circumpolar North (March 2011 – March 2012) outgunned by the competition. placed on racing for Team Yukon 10 medals won by Sapmi at the 2010 AWG; the region finished at the bottom of the medal table Teams gather to celebrate sport at the Arctic Winter Games.” excellence exemplified in young In 2006, Parry and his 9 regions participating at the 2012 AWG (Alaska, Alberta North, Greenland, Nunavut, NWT, athletes intent on playing their sport teammates took home the silver in Nunavik Quebec, Sapmi, Yamal, Yukon) to the best of their ability. We know the cross-country ski relay, that living in northern communities something Parry is still proud of. 5 times the city of Whitehorse has already hosted the AWG (1972, 1980, 1986, 1992, 2000) can lead to feelings of isolation. By The Arctic Winter Games connecting through the Arctic International Committee oversees 3 original regions that participated at the first AWG in 1970 (Alaska, NWT, Yukon) Winter Games, kids are given the high profile circumpolar sport 1 official mascot. Its name: Borealis. opportunities to travel, to appreciate competition through its strategic each other’s traditions and cultures, direction, host city selection, and to make a positive impact on governance, and awarding the their teammates and themselves. Hodgson Trophy to the contingent We’ve seen that advantage whose athletes best exemplify the flourish for the 2012 Athlete ideals of fair play and team spirit. Ambassador, Olympian and former It’s about athletic competition, Arctic Winter Game’s participant culture, fostering friendships, “I'm not a dreamer, and I'm not saying this will Zack Bell who believes in the power cooperation and nurturing of sport motivating youth, as it did traditional sports along with Arctic for him and for John Parry. Sports and Dene Games. It’s about initiate any kind of definitive answer or cure Parry said that for many of visual art, dance, ceremonies and them, it was the first time as young gala performances. It’s about what athletes they interacted with kids it means to be a northerner – to cancer, but I believe in miracles. I have to.” from outside North America. independent, free-thinking, “I remember trying to trade resilient, community-spirited, with Terry Fox clothing with some skiers from a no nonsense attitude. Yamal and finding creative ways to Has this experience helped John communicate,” said Parry. “Also in Parry become a better person? Greenland, at age 12, I became With humility, Parry said he’s not OFFICIAL obsessed with seal skin clothing sure about that, but he does know SUPPLIER and art, and trying to trade for a that it was an incredible experience Supporting Sport...because it matters. pair of mitts.” that has played a vital role in one We may think of living in the Yukoner’s success in cross-country Circumpolar North as giving us skiing today. special insights into social, political “I hope soon to be able to get and economic mores that those involved as a coach or a wax tech living farther south do not recognize when I am finished with my ski or understand. What better way to career,” shared Parry. If only all THE 2012 ARCTIC WINTER GAMES HOST SOCIETY TOP: AWG2004: Parry (far right) show the world what the North is athletes attending the Games can in 2004 with teammates Ray Sabo, INVITES YOU TO THE FIRST-EVER: all about than to celebrate our come away feeling as accomplished, Pierre Bedard, David Greer and coach Alain Masson in Ft. McMur- kids, their dreams, their then the Arctic Winter Games will AWG Mining & Resource Youth Expo ray, Alberta. (Photo credit John Parry) achievements, and give them a leg- have achieved what they set out to up, especially through sport and do. To motivate our youth so that Friday, March 9 – 1 to 6 pm MIDDLE: AWG 2006: Proud cultural exchange. they too, continue to hold their Saturday, March 10 – 10 am to 4 pm silver medalists at the 2006 For Parry, the games sparked his heads high when competing, AWG held in Kenai, Alaska. interest in skiing and motivated him proudly representing their part of Yukon College Gym – Whitehorse 3x5km cross-country ski relay, to train harder in the off-season. the Circumpolar North. (L-R) John Parry, Matt Suther- “I was surrounded by teammates Investing in our kids? You bet! Part trade show – part career fair – don’t miss this exciting event highlighting the land, David Greer. (Photo credit and friends committed to the sport During the upcoming week, from Yukon’s modern face of mining and resource development. John Parry) which also played a role,” said March 4 – 10, we can do our part Parry. “In 2006, David Greer and I to help motivate our young athletes Enjoy hands on interactive displays, music, contests, prizes and more. BOTTOM: Parry today racing a NORAM Cup Race in Whistler, both qualified to attend the and cultural ambassadors by Admission is free and everyone is welcome. For details, BC. Parry has been skiing his Canadian National Championships believing in them and supporting please visit www.awg2012.org whole life and racing since age in Thunder Bay. We declined and their activity through our March 9 & 10 8. He soon leaves to race in Eu- decided to attend our last Arctic attendance magnified ten-fold by a rope. (Photo credit Jesse Winter) Winter Games and try to win a rousing good cheer! 6 ULU News Whitehorse 2012 Arctic Winter Games Whitehorse 2012 Arctic Winter Games ULU News 7 SPORT SCHEDULE CULTURAL SCHEDULE

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY MARCH 4 MARCH 5 MARCH 6 MARCH 7 MARCH 8 MARCH 9 MARCH 10 presented by SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY MARCH 3 MARCH 4 MARCH 5 MARCH 6 MARCH 7 MARCH 8 MARCH 9 MARCH 10 Alpine Skiing PRACTICE 9:40am – 1pm 9:40am – 2pm 9:45am – 2pm WEATHER WEATHER ––––– Mount Sima Opening/Closing Ceremony 6pm 6pm Arctic Sports Canada Games Centre PRACTICE 9:30am – 5:30pm 10am – 7pm 10am – 7pm 10am – 8pm 10am – 4pm ––––– Vanier S.S A Circumpolar Soundscape 8pm Badminton Yukon Arts Centre PRACTICE 8am – 6pm 8am – 6pm 8am – 6pm 8am – 8pm 9am – 6pm 8:30am – 2:30pm Porter Creek S.S ColdSpell: How we Winter 8pm Yukon Arts Centre Basketball PRACTICE 11am – 8pm 12pm – 8pm 12pm – 8pm 12pm – 8pm 3pm – 7pm 11am – 3pm FH Collins S.S Yukon First Nation Performance Showcase 7pm Biathlon Ski PRACTICE 1:30pm – 3:30pm 1:30pm – 3:30pm PRACTICE 1:30pm – 3:30pm 1:30pm – 3:30pm ––––– Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre FREE Grey Mountain Spectacle Raphaël Freynet Biathlon Snowshoe 8pm PRACTICE 9:30am – 11:30am 9:30am – 11:30am PRACTICE 9:30am – 11:30am 9:30am – 11:30am ––––– and local francophone artists FREE Grey Mountain Centre de la francophonie

Cross Country Skiing PRACTICE 12pm – 3pm 11am – 3pm PRACTICE 12pm – 2:30pm 12pm – 3pm ––––– Galas – Cultural Contingents 8pm Mount McIntyre Yukon Arts Centre

Curling Cultural Contingent and PRACTICE 9am – 4:30pm 9am – 4:30pm 9am – 4:30pm 9am – 4:30pm 10am –12pm ––––– Curling Club Yukon Performances MONDAY to FRIDAY, 12pm – 2pm FREE CGC & ATCO Stage Dene Games 10am – 4:30pm 10am – 5pm 10am – 5pm 10am – 5:30pm 10am – 5pm ––––– Evening Music Performances Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre PRACTICE MONDAY to FRIDAY, 5pm – 7pm FREE Baked Café Dog Mushing PRACTICE ––––– 11am – 2pm 10am – 1pm WEATHER 10am – 1pm ––––– Midday Music Performances 12pm – 1pm 12pm – 1pm Mount Lorne Arts Underground FREE FREE Figure Skating PRACTICE PRACTICE 9am – 2:15pm 3pm – 9pm PRACTICE 7pm – 9pm ––––– Craft Exhibit – Sewing our Traditions MONDAY to FRIDAY, 10am – 5pm FREE CGC-ATCO Ice Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre Exhibit Opening Wednesday, March 7, 7pm FREE

Gymnastics ––––– PRACTICE 10:20am – 3pm PRACTICE 10am – 3pm ––––– ––––– Collaborative Artistic Creation 11am – 5pm Opening Vanier S.S The Exquisite North 11am – 5pm FREE 5pm–7:30pm Arts Underground FREE Hockey Bantam Male 11:30am – 1:30pm 8am – 6:15pm 8am – 9pm 8am – 6:15pm 8am – 6:15pm 4:15pm – 6:15pm 9am – 11am CGC/Takhini Arena Yukon Permanent Art Collection, 12pm – 5pm Untrue North, ATCO Exhibit Monday to Saturday, 10am – 5pm (and during theatre performances) Yukon Arts Centre FREE FREE Hockey Junior Female 1:30pm – 3:30pm 8am – 9pm 8am – 9pm 8am – 9pm 12pm – 6:15pm 12:30pm – 9:30pm 1pm – 3pm CGC/Takhini Arena Snow Carving First Ave & Main St, CGC Hockey Midget Male PRACTICE 10:30am – 9pm 10:30am – 3:30pm 10:30am – 9pm 7pm – 9pm 9am – 11am ––––– CGC/Takhini Arena performance concert art exhibit ticketed event Indoor Soccer 9am – 10pm 8am – 10pm 8am – 10pm 8am – 10pm 8am – 10pm 8am – 2pm CGC-Fieldhouse 2pm – 3pm

Snowboarding PRACTICE 11am – 2pm 11am – 2pm 11am – 2pm 11am – 3:30pm WEATHER ––––– Mount Sima

Snowshoeing PRACTICE 9am – 10:15am WEATHER 9am – 1:30pm WEATHER 9am – 10:30pm ––––– Shipyards Park Ajunngigiarlutit Speed Skating means Good Luck in Innuinaqtun - one of several languages spoken by our Northern peoples. 2pm – 9pm 3pm – 9pm PRACTICE 8am – 2pm 10am – 4pm ––––– CGC-ATCO Ice PRACTICE ATCO wishes Ajunngigiarlutit to all Table Tennis 9am – 6pm 9am – 6pm 9am – 8pm 9am – 8pm 9am – 3pm ––––– Arctic Winter Games athletes and participants. Selkirk School PRACTICE

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The Figure Skating Event at individual performances from the opportunity to interact with, nor on Friday night. This unique bond- the 2012 Games will look and feel overall Gold Medalists at the get to know other skaters. ing experience will help build team different. In addition to the indi- Games, show numbers that fea- Preparing a group number with spirit and good sportsmanship, vidual and team events, the 2012 ture all competitors and an open- skaters at the same level will give and foster a supportive competi- figure skating athletes and coach- ing number from Arctic Edge the girls a chance to meet skaters tion atmosphere throughout the es will work together throughout Skating Club skaters. from other contingents, combine Games. the week to develop show num- Throughout the week of com- their skill and creativity and make The addition of group show bers that they will perform at the petition, skaters and coaches from lasting friendships. numbers will make this unique Ice

Friday night Gala. It is an event Yamal-Nenets, Alaska, Northern A rigorous schedule has been Show a true celebration of this Be sure to join us at 7:30 pm ficial not to be missed! Alberta, NWT and Yukon will get prepared squeezing group prac- beautiful and challenging sport. on Friday, March 9 at the Canada Of

The hour long Gala begins on to know their competitors by tices in between the skaters’ indi- Join the skaters as they provide us Games Centre for this high energy, Suppliers Friday night and will celebrate the working together to produce a vidual practices and competition with a true demonstration of their fun spirited, and celebratory achievements of not only the 2012 group number to perform in the time. Each level will work with a talent and sportsmanship. We are event! champions, but also the hard show. Traditionally, skaters are pair of coaches and will have only thrilled that all Arctic Winter Admission is by donation to work, skill and creativity of all the divided into four levels of compe- 3 hours off-ice and 3 hours on-ice Games 2012 skaters will partici- the local food bank. See you skaters. The audience will witness tition and do not have significant practice before the performance pate in the Gala! there! Polar

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“The Arctic Winter Games are especially important to the Gwich’in. We recognize individual and team merit. World Champions like Kevin Koe are a good example of success and teamwork.” – Richard Nerysoo, President, Gwich’in Tribal Council

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