Do you have memories of winter carnivals past?
Vernon Winter Carnival will be creating a series of videos – engaging local residents to tell their stories of past Vernon Winter Carnivals – allowing us to share knowledge and past experiences to future generations, thereby engaging seniors in the community through the mentoring of others. The videos will be edited and shared with the community through social media and possibly featured in schools and at an event during Vernon Winter Carnival 2023. This project is funded through the Government of Canada – New Horizons Seniors Program.
The video interviews will be conducted in mid-late August with a focus on three main questions:
- Tell us your memories of Vernon Winter Carnival…
- How has VWC impacted our community
- What would you like to share to our future generations about the importance of community events like Vernon Winter Carnival?
Residents wishing to be interviewed should meet the following requirements:
- Over the age of 60
- Lived in Vernon for at least 10 years
- Must sign a media release allowing VWC to use their interview and image for promotional purposes
- Must be available in August to be interviewed
- Must have a strong, positive, connection to Vernon Winter Carnival and the Vernon Community
If you or someone you know might be interested in participating contact the Winter Carnival Society today by emailing INFO@VERNONWINTERCARNIVAL.COM or calling 250-545-2236.
In the meantime, take a trip back in past to the 1964 Vernon Winter Carnival.
First Stop: Winter Carnival Parade
We’re not sure what those Vikings from the Revelstoke float are doing would go over very well today, that spider float is a bit horrifying, and at least one small child is not impressed! Nonetheless, it’s a charming and entertaining journey back to a parade of the past.
Next Stop: Silver Star Mountain
This appears to be a slalom competition. We’re fairly certain those were the alpine downhill skis of the day, but it looks like people are competing downhill on Nordic cross-country skis — and admirably so!