Whistler Weasel Workers

Personals  -  events of interest to our members
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Jan 15, 2010 - 'RP' in Olympic Torch Relay

Joy Fera named to Olympic Torch RelayIt was announced today that Richard Prokopanko will help propel the Olympic Torch on its way to. Whistler. Richard will carry the torch in Squamish on  Feb 5 at 10:30AM.  Come along and give him some support.  It is confirmed that Richard will be the first member of the famed Dream Team to run in an Olympic Torch Relay (or to run anywhere, for that matter)  Richard has bought his torch and will be bringing it to Weasel House.  The photo to the right shows Richard training for his torch run as long ago as last Spring.

Oct 13, 2009 - Joy Fera In Olympic Torch Relay
Joy Fera named to Olympic Torch RelayIt was announced today that rowing Olympian and Weasel Worker, Joy Fera will participate in the Olympic Torch Relay.  Joy will carry the Torch for about 300m on Thursday, February 11 somewhere between West Vancouver, Coquitlam and Vancouver. Joy will dedicate her run to Jack Poole, Wendy Ladner Beaudry and Dr, Gene Sutton of the COC.  Joy invites fellow Weasels to run along with her. Congratulations, Joy!  Read about other Weasel Torch Carriers.

Oct 9, 2009 - Blake Jamieson Update
Blake continues to progress in his reovery.  Please read this Update by Richard Prokopanko.  Thanks, Richard.

Sept 6, 2009 -  Blake Jamieson Injured
We are very sorry to report that Blake Jamieson, son of long time Weasels Norma and Bob (Dr. Bob) Jamieson suffered a biking accident on Blackcomb Mountain on August 28 and is currently recovering in the spinal unit at VGH. Bob and Norma are maintaining a constant presence at  Blake’s bedside and remain confident of a good recovery.

Blake is not presently receiving visitors, as the next few weeks will be critical to his recovery. However, the family regularly visits Blake's page on FACEBOOK, and very much appreciate the many messages of support and good wishes that have been placed there.  (On FaceBook  look for: Blake Jamieson is an Incredible Fighter!! Get well BLAKERS!).  

We add to the chorus:  'Get well Blake'

August 6, 2009  -  Weasels Named to Masters Team (CMAT)   Joy Fera named to Canadian Masters Team
Congratulations to Weasel Joy Fera and Sled Dog George Motter who have been named by ACA to the 2009 – 2010 Canadian Masters Alpine Team.  The team includes 16 men and 11 women chosen from across Canada. Congratulations to Joy and George.  Joy has also been named to the Delta (BC) Sports Hall of Fame as co-winner of the Master Athlete of the Year award for her participation in alpine skiing and in rowing.

May 3, 2009 - Keith Stryker Passes 
We regret to report that Keith Stryker passed away today, after a long battle with Parkinson's.  Stella has lost her best friend and all Weasels join to extend their deep sympathies. Keith was another long-serving member of the Weasel Finish Crew.  An announcement appeared in the Vancouver Sun on May 7 (F6). Check the Whistler Pique too.  A Celebration of Life for Keith will be held at Dusty's on May 14 from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Those intending to attend are requested to advise Stella at keith&stella "at" telus.net .

April 21, 2009 -  Rod Lines Passes
Whistler Weasel Worker Rod LinesWith great sadness we report that Rod Lines has passed away after a lingering illness. Rod has been regular Weasel Worker for many years, most recently  with the Finish and Beer Tent Crews. Rod will be greatly missed by his many friends. We all extend our sympathy to Marian.  

Map for Stanley Park Pavilon - Vancouver BCMemorial Service May 21 at  Stanley Park Pavillion in the Rose Garden from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. -  610 Pipeline Rd., (Opposite the Malkin Bowl) Click the image to the left to enlarge the map.

April 15, 2009 -  Glen Bayliss Recovers from Surgery
Glen Bayliss is in hospital, recovering after bypass surgery this week and should be home again next week. As "JT" says, "It's had to keep a good Weasel down".  We all wish Glen a speedy recovery.

Mar 7 2009 -  Jane and Bill Celebrate Manny's Win
Chief of Whistler Weasel Worker Lunch Crew celebrates son`s World Cup winProud mother, Jane Osborne holds a newspaper account of Manny`s win at Kvitfjell, yesterday.   After collecting a Bronze medal today, Manny now stands 4th overall in downhill, with just the World Cup Finals to go in the 2008/09 season.  Jane has led the Weasel Worker lunch crew for many years.

Feb 28 -  Karl Celebrates Maelle's Gold Medal
Cheif of Whistler Weasel Worker Lunch Crew celebrates son`s World Cup winWhistler's Maelle Ricker won the Gold Medal today, in a World Cup snowboardcross race at Sunday River, Maine.  At the right, Maille's Dad, Karl Ricker (right) and Manny Osborne-Paradis' Step-dad Bill Scott discuss the successes of their kids after Manny's subsequent win at Kvitfjell.  Both Karl and Bill are long-serving Weasel Workers.

Feb 8, 2008 - Update on Rod Lines
Whistler Weasel Worker Rod LinesWe are very sorry to report that long-serving Weasel Worker, Rod Lines is gravely ill in Vancouver General Hospital.  Rod has suffered a number of strokes recently, that has left him in critical condition. We all wish Rod a speedy recovery.   Rod has served for a number of years as the Assistant Crew Chief in the Finish Area and in the Beer Tent.  We will miss his good-natured help this year, but we look forward to his return to "harness".

Whistler Weasel Worker Ashleigh McIvorFeb 8, 2009 - Ashleigh McIvor Wins Silver
Weasel Worker and Whistlerite, Ashleigh McIvor came 2nd in the women's Skier Cross at the FIS Freestyle test events on Cypress Mountain. For more information and photos, look at  Recent Canadian Winter Sports Podium Results.  Congratulations Ashleigh!

March 2 2009 - Ashleigh McIvor wins Gold
At the FIS Freestyle World Championships 2009 in Inawashiro, Japan, Whistler's Ashleigh McIvor won the women's ski cross event.  This was Ashleigh's fourth podium this year, and her first win.

Whistler Weasel Worker Crew Chief John (JT) TownsendFeb 7, 2009 -  John (JT) Townsend breaks Leg
More bad news.  Crew Chief John (JT) Townsend is reported to have broken his tibia quite badly, while preparing for the annual Peak to Valley race.  We wish you a speedy recovery, John.  We understand that John was skiing on a pair of ladies skis and they were a little more than he could handle.  John has been recently sighted gimping around Dusty's soaking up his medicine and looking for sympathy.  Get well soon, JT.

Feb 2, 2009 -  Valarie Ward breaks Hip 
Joy Fera reports that her sister, Valerie Ward, had unplanned surgery at the Cranbrook Hospital Saturday night, to repair/replace a broken ball at the top of the femur. She was getting off the lift at the Fernie Ski Hill, when her 300 lb student’s ski trapped Valerie’s under hers. As it was a sheet of ice down the off ramp Val hit with major impact! Good thing she was wearing a helmet! 

She has the same surgeon that repaired her back exactly a year and a half ago.   We anticipate she will R&R in Delta with us for three months.  

Thanks for your prayers for a speedier recovery.    Joy.

Ed. Note:  Refer below to the entry for Jan 31, 2008

Jan 10, 2009 -  "McCutch" is Back!
John McCutcheon is back.  What happy and wonderful news this is!
McCutch, who has worked with the Weasel Workers for more years than anyone can remember (he’s not older than dirt but some say he is close)  has not been able to work with us for a number of years.  In past years, he has been a Crew Chief, and a Coordinator extraordinaire .  He was significant in the Calgary Olympics, ensuring the course was well prepared. 

For 2010, John will be working with and hopefully helping to train Dave Ooooossser  as "associate deputy assistant chief of course".  This is the job Gary Taylor has done so ably for the past 100 years.

John and Dave will be the people who ensure the jobs defined by the FIS Director (Helmuth or Gunter) to the Chief of Course are clearly understood and noted, and then transferred to the Coordinator to be assigned to crews.  They then circulate the course as the eyes of the Coordinator to ensure the FIS Director's instructions are being carried out as requested. These folks (McCutch and Oser) will be key to ensuring that jobs are done only once. 

Welcome back John.  We are fortunate beyond words to have you back with us. See the interview with John McCutcheon, in Ken Hicks' 1993 Whistler World Cup video

Weasel Grandparents Thom, Lauuren and BabeNOV 19, 2008  -  Thommy T is a Grandfather
We have just learned that Thom Theys became a granfatrher (with the help of his daughter, about 5 months ago.  Thom, and his better half, Lauren Williams (the original Beaver Creek Soup lady) think their grandson is quite acceptable.  Were pleased to say that Thom and Lauren will be back with us in 2009.  Thom has been very active with the Team 44 Course Crew organization that grew out of the Salt Lake Olympics.  At Whistler, Thom has been working as Crew Chief on the Franz's women's Olympic Downhill course and Lauren has been working both as course crew and in the Soup Tent.

NOV 15, 2008  -  Meet Captain VideoKen Hicks, the Weasels Captain Video
Ken Hicks has been the Weasels "Captain Video" since the ealy 90's and takes excellent footage of ski racing and Weasel Worker activities in Whistler,  Every night, in the Beer Tent, Ken shows a half hour of video of the day's activities. Ken has some great videos of  World Cup races in Whistler during the 1990's and one of these can now be linked to through our Ski Racing Videos page.  Ken is the good looking guy, on the right.

Brew and friend, Bruce LittlejohnJUL 10,  2008  -  Brew Passes Away
It is with great regret that we report the passing of Brew, Bruce and Peggy's faithful companion.  Brew died unexpectedly and will be greatly missed by Bruce and Peggy and by the Weasel Workers, whenever they visit the equipment trailer.  The Weasels wish to convey heartfelt condolences to Bruce and Peggy.




Tess and Sam EvansJUN 26 2008   (10:40) -  Tess is a Mom
Dave and Tess Evans are pleased to announce the arrival this date of Sam Benjamin Evans. Another Weasel is born!  William has a brother, which is OK'  Tess and Sam are doing well.


JUN 12, 2008 -  Ex-National Team Coach joins the WMSC
WMSC program director - Currie Chapman Jim McGovern,  President of the WMSC announced today that Currie Chapman has joined the Whistler Club as Program Director, replacing Nigel Cooper.

Please click here for the full announcement.

Currie Chapman, a member of the Canadian Olympic Hall of Fame, is well known to many Whistler Weasel Workers. in 2007, Currie was the Chief of Race for the Canadian Alpine Ski Championships Slalom events.  

We wish Currie well in his new position and congratulate the WMSC in its successful selection for this key position.  The Weasels also wish acknowledge the contribution of Nigel Cooper and to thank him for the excellent relationship that he has maintained with the Weasels over his seven year tenure.  We wish Nigel well in his future endeavors.

MAY 4,  2008 -   Joy Fera joins Masters Alpine Team
Joy Fera wins Masters SlalomAfter one gold and 3 silver medals at the FIS International masters races at Mt. Norquay, Banff, in March, and 4 gold medals the Canadian Masters Alpine Championships  at Sun Peaks, in April Joy Fera has been named to the 2008-09 Canadian Masters Alpine Team.   Joy is a long-time Weasel and was with us at Whistler throughout Feb 2008 . Congratulations, Joy!   Well done!

Joy shared her 39th birthday with the Weasels on  May 3 (believe it!).

Jason, Jen and "Sissy"MAR 26, 2008  -  A  Weasel is Born
Jason and Jen Vanzella had another baby girl yesterday morning. 8lbs 10oz. Mom and baby are doing well. No name yet...although Sydney thinks 'sissy' is good for now.  Well done, Jahoo.  Will "sissy" become "Yahoo  Two"? 

FEB 27, 2008 -  One Weasel's Experience
Read about Phil and Wendy Hunt's experiences as Whistler Weasel Workers.  Phil's blog provides a great description of his work on the 2008 Telus World Cup.  This is a really good read.  Well done, Phil.!

Sandy Oser was "Mom" to all the Weasels she met

FEB 26, 2008 -  A Sad Passing
The Whistler Weasel Workers wish to extend their heart-felt condolences to Dave Oser and his family on the sudden passing of Dave’s Mother, Sandy.   Dave’s many friends among the Weasels wish to extend whatever support they can, and to join Dave in a celebration of Sandy’s life.   

From Dave Oser,  "My Mom was the most selfless people you could ever meet.  If she had met you guys, as she did with some of you already, she would have given you one of her world renowned hugs, one you would never forget.  She knew how important you guys are all to me so that made you important to her to.   We love her and we’ll miss her very much.”

"I’m totally overwhelmed but the incredible support we received from the Weasel organization and it means more to me than you can imagine"

From John Benbow,  "Sandy Oser was so much like my Mom that I called her “MOM”. She had an infectious laugh, a hug to love and an ora that just made you feel good. I will truly miss Sandy."


FEB 25, 2008 - Thanks from Peggy
Peggy Littlejohn extends a big Thank You with lots of Hugs & Kisses to all the kind and generous Weasels who have sent along their prayers and good wishes during her ordeal with her aunt, who developed an  aneurysm,  while Peggy was in Whislter.   Peggy's 89 yr-old aunt is recovering and will be moved from VGH neuroscience to Holy Family for rehab.  Peggy appreciates each and every call and email she received, considering the long hours and days and how tired everyone has been. Thanks a bunch!

FEB 20, 2008 -  39th Wedding Anniversary
Congratulations to Ken and Shirley Nickerson.    Thirty-nine years celebrated  serving beer in the Weasel Beer Tent.   Ken did come through and spirit his bride away to a late dinner at the Rim Rock.   They were back on the hill early the next morning, buttoning up the Finish corral.

Brad and Terri SerwaFEB 9, 2008 -  23rd Wedding Anniversary
Congratulations to Brad and Terri Serwa.    Twenty-three years of bliss.   Terri just shared a birthday with us.  Her 14th consecutive birthday spent on a race track.   Smile, folks


FEB 8, 2008 -  45th Wedding Anniversasry
Congratulations to Bob and Joyce Miller.  Forty-five years of bliss. and a memorable day  for Joyce  spent in the Weasel Soup Tent.  Bob did take Joyce  out for dinner, but didn't invite us along.

JAN 31, 2008 -  Greetings from a fully recovered Val Ward
Greetings from Val WardLong time Weasel, Val Ward, is back instructing skiing at Cranbrook and teaching instructors at Fernie Alpine.  After a July 30 car accident that broke three ribs and burst a vertebrae,  Val has made a miraculous recovery.   Val can't be with us this year, due to work issues, but sends her regards to all and her sister, Joy Fera (pictured), who will be one of  Andree's slippers.    The photo was taken in ICU on Val's birthday on Aug 3.  Now she is skiing!


William and Tess EvansJAN 3 2008 -  Tess is Expecting!  
Great news from Tess and Dave Evans.  Young William will have a sibling by the end of June, or early July.   Tess is doing well and is planning to be in action in February, when she will be working with the Accreditation crew and  publishing our daily  Weasel Newsletter.


DEC 20, 2007 -  Jelly's a Dad!  
Emily and her new Dad, JellyCongratulations to Jeff and Tracy Wilson.  Emily weighted in at 6lbs 3oz. Mother and daughter are fine. Well done Jelly! What a Christmas present! You sure look comfortable with that bottle.  However, duty calls and Jelly's back on the hill co-ordinating course work.  

DEC 8, 2007 -  Well Done Britt!!
Andree and Britt Janyk - Mother and daughterCongratulations to all the Janyk family from the Weasels and, we are sure, from all of the Sea to Sky Corridor. We are proud of you! Two podiums back to back!  Mother is on the ceiling. After years of sacrifice, in the face of the doubters, fantastic results. It helps all the Weasels focus on the job ahead. Thanks for the boost!  
Go, Britt, go!

Lockie and Lexie AnneNOV 18, 2007 - Another new Weasel
Margot and Lockie Brown proudly announce the arrival of their first grandchild, Lexie Anne Price, born in Naniamo on Saturday Nov 17, 2007 @ 1:30 am, 7 lbs 15 ounces. Congratulations to the proud parents, Megan and Brad.  



Patrick and BroganNOV 1, 2007 - A new Weasel
Susan and Patrick Maloney proudly announce the birth of their second child, a son, Brogan Anthony Edward Maloney,  born Monday, Oct. 29th 2007 @ 3:04 am, 7 lbs 15 ounces.   Welcome Brogan and congratulations from all the Weasels.  


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