Snowarama started as a bumpy ride in a highway ditch

March 2, 2026 · 59 min · Season 4 · Episode 3

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...

People in this episode

Host: Dick DeRyk

Topics covered

fundraising
local history
community events
adaptive technology
Yorkton

Keywords

Snowarama
Yorkton
fundraiser
SaskAbilities
Whipper Billy Watson
Camp Easter Seal
adaptive technology

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: SaskAbilities, Camp Easter Seal