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Long John Jamboree 2012 Poll

By on March 29, 2012 in Coverage

Long John Jamboree Snow Race

Over a 1000 vehicles were parked on Yellowknife Bay at one point during the Long John Jamboree. I think we may have broken a record with that one,thankfully we didn’t break the ice.

Regardless, like I have said several times already, the Jamboree was amazing and a lot of fun. I want to know though, which part of the Jamboree was your favourite part. Below you can check your top 5 favourite things. If I missed something, add it into the comments below.

What was your favourite part of the Long John Jamboree

  • Ice Carving (51%, 19 Votes)
  • Ugly Truck and Dog Contest (22%, 8 Votes)
  • Music/Culture Tent (22%, 8 Votes)
  • Terriers and Tiaras Dog Show (16%, 6 Votes)
  • Skijoring (16%, 6 Votes)
  • Sugar Shack (Not a shack this year) (16%, 6 Votes)
  • Something else Kyle has forgotten about (16%, 6 Votes)
  • Flaunt Your Skivvies Fashion Shop (14%, 5 Votes)
  • Kids Tent & Magic Show (11%, 4 Votes)
  • Beer Gardens (8%, 3 Votes)
  • Abominable Snow Race (5%, 2 Votes)
  • Corporate Challenge (5%, 2 Votes)
  • Server Relay (3%, 1 Votes)

Total Voters: 37

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Folk on the Rocks 2012 Artist Riddle Contest

By on March 21, 2012 in Folk on the Rocks

We are less than 6 months away from the 2012 Folk on the Rocks music festival, the best festival in the north. Soon the full line up will be announced but first the crew over there at the FOTR office want us to have a little fun.

The Clue You in 2012 Contest got under way today, March 21 2012.

How it works:

Check the Folk on the Rocks Website, Facebook Page or Twitter Account every Wednesday and Friday until April 6, 2012. What you are checking for is a riddle within an image on in these places. This riddle will be made up of a couple of images and a saying.

What you have to do:

All you have to do is correctly answer the riddle. You can do with by downloading this form which is found on the Folk on the Rocks website. Once you make you guesses email it in to admin@folkontherocks.com or drop it off at the Folk on the Rocks office next to the Yellowknife Public Library.

What you might get:

Well if you guess right you will be entered into a draw for two full weekend passes to the festival in July.

The contest is open until April 9, 2012 at 5pm.

The full lineup will be announced April 11, 2012 and the festival will be July 19-22, 2012.

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YKQT 05 – Caribou Carnival

By on May 20, 2010 in Yk Quick Tips

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Yk Quick Tips is your guide to Yellowknife, NT. Whether you are moving to the city or just visiting, we can offer information about all the best things. The show will contain information about what to do while visiting, things to know about moving to the City and everything else interesting about Yellowknife.

This week is all about a 55-year-old celebration we call Caribou Carnival

Caribou Carnival has been around since 1955. It originally started as a gathering of trappers at the end of the season. Over the years the carnival turned into a celebration of spring. The carnival progressed from being down on Yellowknife Bay, on to Frame Lake and most recently in the Civic Plaza beside city hall

The event, which takes place over 3 days, starting at noon on a Friday and going until Sunday, normally has something for everyone. Up until 2007 the event, which was on Frame Lake at the time, had many tents and stages, where exhibitors setup with games and goodies. A common attraction was always the Snow Stage where many games, like log sawing, tent building and tea boiling took place. The infamous Sugar Shack is also a big attraction for the event, and holds a sweet spot in everyone’s heart.

During the same weekend as the carnival and working with the carnival is the Diavik 150 Dog Derby. It also started in 1955 along with the carnival. The 150 mile race expands over the 3 days starting each day at 1pm. The race would take dog racers, from around the north, from Frame Lake, down on to back Bay of Great Slave Lake, out to Dettah and then back. The musher with the fastest combined time would win.

Unfortunately Caribou Carnival has had a rough go the past 4 years. The event slowly withered down, and lost interest for many. During the 2008 year, the carnival nearly vanished due to Arctic Winter Games being in town at the same time. Luckily 2010 brought hope. With a new president, VP and board, the 2010 Carnival took a different approach which was a success. The carnival that once was, will be again.

Learn all this and more in episode 5 of Yellowknife Quick Tips. Remember, if you have a question you need answered or an idea for a tip, send them in to info@ykonline.ca

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