Sometimes you can feel the air. It’s the energy and connection that can transform a crowd into a community. That’s what happened at this year’s Winter in the Woods.

On Jan 31st, The BCCA hosted Winter in the Woods, and it was electric! Originally set up as a fundraiser for the Rink, this event has snowballed over the last 5 years into an event that unifies sports, business, volunteerism, culture, and community spirit. Notably, we are so thankful to Malissa and Marty who picked up the torch to lead this event, and they did an amazing job! Here’s a recap:

Chuck-a-Puck has spoken – this year our outdoor rink will be named after Bav Tav! Thank you to all the businesses that put their name on a puck and supported this super fun event.

Thank you to The Rink Rats! Your work to keep the ice solid that day was nothing short of magic!

Warm Gratitude is extended to all involved:

Our Title Sponsors – Bragg Creek Chamber of Commerce and Cowboy Trail Brewery! Thank you for working alongside us to keep the flame roaring in our great community.
Gold Sponsors:
- 3 Point Environmental
- Big Earls Dirt & Snow
- The Italian Farmhouse
- Maverick Law Office
- Paradise Landscape
Silver Sponsors:
- KAT Automotive
- Rockies Tavern
- The Trading Post
- Walsh Equipment
Bronze Sponsor: Castle Creek Homes
Presenting Partners:
- Bragg Creek Bears
- Bragg Creek Distillers
- The Handle Bar Café
- Malissa Holstein, Maxwell Canyon Creek
- Powderhorn Saloon
- Ripresa Wine
Volunteers! – You were part of a huge team that took on over 80 shifts and made this event possible. We couldn’t do it without you.
- Volunteer Supporters: Toques sponsored in part by Maverick Law, The Handle Bar provided a free meal to our volunteers, The Italian Farmhouse and Shell brought us snacks and drinks for the volunteer room. Thank you!

To all the businesses and individuals that contributed silent auction items and prizes, THANK YOU so very much! Thank you to Rose, for always hosting at the Horn in support of the Centre.

Dick Koetsier – Thank you for once again for providing the sound system, the singing of the anthem, and donating parking space. We couldn’t do it without you and Gateway Developments.

Michelle Minke – Thank you for sharing your voice in the singing of the National Anthem. Beautiful.

To Dave and our Hamlet, thank you for helping to create such a warm sense of community!

So, what’s next? The BCCA is proud to work with Rob Sawchuk to dust off and bring back to life our concert stage at the Community Centre! It’s been a while since the community gathered in the Centre for music and fun, so please check the posters around town, visit our website, and buy your tickets now!

The Turkey & Pistols Travelling Medicine Show! Presenting Jaiden Riley and the Crybabies. March 7th

And before we sign off on another month, please check our website to see all the great new programs and early signup for Summer Camp! You could take part in a Creative Writing Workshop, Learn Spanish, Adult Volleyball… the list goes on…

Your BCCA – www.braggcreekca.com