Some snow sports organizations have pulled out due to lack of snow
An announcement today from BC Winter Games will melt the hopes of many on-snow athletes, due to a lack of snow in the Cariboo.
BC Alpine Ski, Freestyle BC, and BC Snowboard announced their withdrawal from the games, and said the decision was made after extensive consultation with coaches and the BC Games Society. Mountain-based sports across B.C. have been facing shortened seasons and reduced snow packs, with the Cariboo especially hard hit this winter. Troll Ski Resort opened with a low snow pack in December but had to close intermittently to conserve what snow they had. They closed January 29 and said the season was on pause until they get more snow.
Hallis Lake Ski Centre in Quesnel, where the cross-country and biathlon events were scheduled to take place, is also facing a lack of snow.Both organizations are exploring modified scenarios for on-snow competition or dryland events. Participants will be contacted directly with updated programming and preparation instructions prior to travel to the games.
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