Snowarama started as a bumpy ride in a highway ditch
About this episode
The episode explores the history and growth of Yorkton's Snowarama fundraiser from its humble beginnings to its current impact.
A local fundraiser that started in a snowy highway ditch has grown into an event that refuses to slow down, and now includes wheeled riders in the desert. We follow the history of Yorkton’s Snowarama from a 1977 ride sparked by the pro wrestler "Whipper" Billy Watson to a multi‑chapter effort that supports SaskAbilities programs including Camp Easter Seal, the summer fun program, and adaptive technology services that enhance the lives of clients with various challenges. A number o...
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