If a group of porcupines is a prickle and a group of jellyfish is a swam, what does one call a group of people who live their best life at Cain?
Some observers consider all Cainites to be the same species. I, on the other hand, believe there are several species in the Genus Cainius, including:
Schoolers Oldius. Unencumbered by the burden of a fixed heel, this species can be identified by unique turns that make it look like they are in flight. Markings can include Norwegian sweaters and tuck tape; however, tuck tape can be found on many species of Cainius. A group of Schoolers Oldius is called a Purist.
The Solaris daus species can be found out and about 24 hours a day – front of the line on a powder day, last to leave the Lodge at night. This species is known to drink a lot……of coffee. Scientists and anthropologists remain baffled as to where or when this species sleeps. A group of Solaris daus is known as a Clock.
Ankle bitticus is a small species, often found between the legs of the larger Exhausticus parentus or buried in a snowdrift. Don’t be taken in by their cuteness; the Ankle bitticus can convince you to buy them a goody bag faster than you can say ‘Aren’t you adorable”. A group of Ankle bitticus is called a Play Doh.
And there are more. A Shred of Snowboarderus Fastus. A Leap of Air taketons. A Forest of Arbour dwellers. We are a diverse ecosystem. And we are a family. So on this Family Day weekend, let’s celebrate us.
Before we plan for the coming weekend, however, let’s take a minute to celebrate the awesomeness of last weekend. Backcountry Fest was a HUGE success thanks to the hard work of Kieren, Darren, Jamie, and those that poured endless cups of delicious draft.
Because of the generosity of many, we raised just over $10,000.00 (yup, you read that right), which will go a long way to helping our little hill punch above its weight. Special thanks to all our sponsors, including MEC, Arc’teryx, Fjall Raven, Avalanche Canada, Cumberland Brewing, Devils Bath Brewing, Ski Tak Hut, Island Alpine Guides, 49 North Helicopters, Kindred, and Backcountry Jeweler. We felt the love, and we are grateful.
It’s -3.6° with 155cm on the Ridge Run.
See you on the slopes,
Jen
