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FALL 2012

ONE OF A KIND
Twelve years or so ago, I wanted to
play bridge at Westmount Seniors
with Jessie which meant buying a
membership in Edmonton Marigold.
We had lots of fun playing bridge
weekly and enjoyed it immensely,
and that is all we were interested
in doing.
I believe it was in 2003 and we were
in Wetaskiwin and Rollie Ulmer was
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Message from the President
there asking for help putting on the
2005 Winter Games in Edmonton
and to get hold of him. Well, that
sounded like fun so I got hold of
Rollie and went from helping at the
Games to Director of Food Services.
Immediately after the Games I was
talked into taking over the job of
Secretary from Valerie for a few
months to then taking over Rollie’s
job as President and I am still here.
Do I regret calling Rollie in 2003???
Absolutely not. Have I been busy….
absolutely, but what Rollie has
taught me is all about helping,
mentoring, caring, learning and to
realize that things do not get done
in this organization by themselves.
It takes dedicated people and that is
certainly what Rollie has been along
with his wife Valerie.
Page 1 President’s Message
Page 2 Cultural Competitions - 2013 Update
Page 3 Bring a Friend
Page 4 Online Auction
Page 5 Zone 1 - The Sunny South
Page 9 Zone 2 - Big Country Seniors Sports Society
Page 13 Zone 3 - Calgary Recreation and Culture Association
Page 16 Zone 4 - Silver Willow Association
Page 20 Zone 5 - Black Gold/Yellowhead
Page 24 Zone 6 - Edmonton Marigold 55 plus
Page 29 Zone 7 - The Lakeland
Page 31 Zone 8 - Mighty Peace Sports and Recreation
Page 34 2013 Winter Games
Rollie is a rare find, and I for one
could not begin to tell you how much
I have appreciated his mentoring me
over the years, how much he has
taught me or how many times I went
to Rollie for advice. What he advised
me had to be what I should do, as
coming from Rollie it had to be right.
Rollie is a 25 year member. He has
served as a director in one capacity or
another on the board of Edmonton
Marigold, including nine years as
President, 18 years as casino
manager, 19 years as ice curling
coordinator and 16 years as slo-pitch
coordinator. Rollie also was the
Provincial coordinator for the
Provincial Casinos for ten years.
For health reasons Rollie has had to
resign from his commitments. So
many people who rely on his opinions
and wisdom will miss him. I don’t
think there is anyone in any Zone
where most of you have not run
into Rollie in one capacity or another.
He is truly one of a kind and I
will certainly miss him at all our
functions. For now, telephone calls
or a coffee will have to do.
Pat Covington
Alberta 55 plus President
**I am sorry to inform everyone
that, after this was written, Rollie
passed away on August 4. He will
truly be missed.**
COVER PHOTO:
Rudy Olstad, Joan Stephenson,
Donna Haney and Beulah Johnson
playing Bocce at the Zone 4
Fun Day.

Cultural Competitions – 2013 Update!
Hi to all you artists, writers and crafters. The 2013 Summer
Games in Westlock/Barrhead are coming and along with
it the Arts & Crafts and Creative Writing competition!
I have sat in on some of the planning meetings and I must
say the Westlock/Barrhead Games Committee is working
hard and have a real good start for what will be another
good Summer Games. They are a very enthusiastic
committee, they have all their chairpersons chosen and
I can tell you the Arts & Crafts and Creative Writing show
and display will be at the Barrhead Curling Rink.
We the Alberta 55 plus members should be planning now
what we will be entering. For information to members
that have never entered your works, all the new categories
are decided and can be found below this article.
(For a more in-depth description of each category, visit
our webpage at www.alberta55plus.ca). Each Zone has
an Arts and Crafts coordinator that will be available to
answer any questions. Each Zone will also have their own
competition and the two winning entries in each category
will be transported to Barrhead, then, returned to the Zone
after the “Games” are over.
This is my invitation to you, get involved, go to our web
site and get the categories, think about what you can
produce this coming winter and enter our Arts & Crafts
and Creative Writing competition this next summer.
I look forward to the competition, to meeting all you
new artists, crafters and creative writers, and I’ll see
you in Barrhead.
Submitted by,
Darlene Hunneman,
Arts and Crafts Provincial Advisor
Categories for the 2013 Creative Writing Competition:
Class A – Poetry
Class B – Light Verse
Class C – Fiction
Class D – Non-fiction – Serious
Class E – Non-fiction – Humorous
Categories for the 2013 Arts & Crafts Competition:
1. Hand Knitted Article (Clothing)
2. Hand Knitted Article (Large, Flat, Yarn or Cotton)
3. Crocheted Article (Small, Flat, Yarn)
4. Crocheted Article (Large, Flat, Yarn)
5. Crocheted Article (Large, Flat, Cotton)
6. Crocheted Article (Clothing)
7. Crocheted Article (Non-clothing)
8. Counted Cross Stitch
9. Miscellaneous Needlework
10. Quilted Holiday Crafts
11. Hand Quilt
12. Machine Quilt
13. Quilted Small Articles (Hand or Machine Quilting)
14. Holiday Crafts
15. Soft Toys and Dolls
16. Jewelry Making
17. Scrapbooking or Card Making
18. Woodworking
19. Decorative & Native Arts
20. Mixed Media (Crafts)
21. Miscellaneous Crafts
22. Mixed Media (Arts)
23. Miscellaneous Art
24. Oil Painting (Landscape)
25. Oil Painting (Still Life)
26. Oil Painting (Figures)
27. Oil Painting (Human Portraits)
28. Oil Painting (Floral)
29. Water Colour Painting (Landscape)
30. Water Colour Painting (Still Life)
31. Water Colour Painting (Figures)
32. Water Colour Painting (Human Portraits)
33. Water Colour Painting (Floral)
34. Acrylic Painting (Landscape)
35. Acrylic Painting (Still Life)
36. Acrylic Painting (Figures)
37. Acrylic Painting (Human Portraits)
38. Acrylic Painting (Floral)
39. Drawing (Pastels or Coloured Pencil)
40. Drawing (Pen & Ink, Charcoal, Conte,
or Graphite Pencil)
41. Photography (Figures - Birds)
42. Photography (Figures - Animals)
43. Photography (Human figures)
44. Photography (Human figures – ‘Seniors in Action’)
45. Photography (Landscape – Scenery)
46. Photography (Landscape – Man Made Structures)
47. Photography (Weather)
48. Photography (Still Life)
49. Photography (Floral)
50. Photography (Movement)
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A L B E R T A 5 5 P L U S
Bring A Friend!
As you have all heard, we need our membership numbers
to increase. The mandate of the Alberta 55 Plus Games
is to allow all Albertans over the age of 55+ to compete
in the Games process (ie – compete in a viable Zone
playoff). There are hundreds of thousands of potential
participants in our Games, yet our membership numbers
have been stagnant at around 3500 per year. This is not
acceptable, and needs to increase! The easiest way to
do this is to simply bring a friend to a Zone playoff! We
all must have at least one or two active acquaintances
who would love to come out and participate in a Cribbage
match or a Curling bonspiel. We are all members of
this organization for one reason – it is FUN! So why not
spread the word and spread the joy? As soon as you
stop reading this page, we challenge you to pick up the
phone or turn on your computer, and invite a friend to
come along with you! It is that easy!
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Did you know?
• Alberta 55 plus was built on the backs of volunteers
• It is still the only all-encompassing volunteer Sport
Association for 55+ members in Canada
• Host communities for the Games rely on over 700
volunteers to stage each event
• Host communities will spend over $1 million to
stage a Games
• The Games activities are diverse, from very active
to more sedentary
• The Technical requirements of all activities in each
Games are reviewed through a joint committee
composed of Alberta 55 plus members (10) and
ASRPWF officials (4)
• When you represent your Zone, you are representing
your community, your county, your home. And we all
like to brag about our area as being the best one in
this wonderful Province!
• The City of Calgary and its world-class WINSPORT
facilities are waiting for us in February 2013!
So...........Bring a Friend!

Online Auction
It’s Back!
October 29 - November 7 at 12:00 Noon only at www.alberta55plus.ca
Our annual fundraising Online Auction is back for 2012, and
we need your support!
Unfortunately, the support from our membership (outside of
a select few hard workers) has waned tremendously over the
past couple of years for this auction. Last year, just over 70
people total actually looked at the website and put in a bid
– 70 people out of over 3500 members, or less than 2%!
Also we must remember that many of those who did bidding
(such as members’ children) are not even 55+, so we
are talking about a tremendously small percentage of our
members who could even take 10 minutes out of their day
to browse the website to see if there is any interest.
When I started with this great organization in 2007, we were
just wrapping up the first raffle, which was a success, raising
over $12,000 in profit. The Board of Directors decided to
pursue a second raffle in 2008, and despite hours upon hours
of work, this raffle lost money. Raffles are inherently risky, as
you must purchase prizes and sell enough tickets to at least
cover the cost, or you end up in the red. The main cry we
heard from our membership is that “we don’t want to sell
tickets!” It was too time consuming, and many people
weren’t comfortable approaching others to sell tickets.
The pushback from the membership was palpable, and
we were asked to look at other ways of gaining revenue.
With the recession and subsequent government cutbacks in
2008 and 2009, our Sport Association grant funding was cut
back 18%, the same as all other Sport Associations in Alberta.
This represented a loss in revenue of $13,000 per year. For
a non-profit association, this was extremely significant.
“Why not ask the Government for more money?” This was
a common question I heard posed at many Zones throughout
the province at events I attended. We are extremely fortunate
to receive ASRPWF grant funding in the amount of over
$56,000 per year, as well as hosting a Casino every two
years earning over $70,000 (or $35,000 per year). All told, we
receive over $90,000 per year in funding from the provincial
government, as well as their tremendous monetary support
in hosting each Games – greater than $800,000 in funding,
salaries and expenses for each Games. So my statement to
those who ask about “simply asking for more ‘free’ money”
is – I think we are darn lucky to receive what we do!
At the 2009 AGM, when our membership fee as increased
to its current rate of $30 per year ($2.50 per month), many
in attendance talked about donating items as a way to raise
money. “We don’t want to sell tickets” was again heard over
and over throughout the proceedings. So, in 2009, we
launched our first Online Auction fundraiser which was a
success. Nobody had to sell tickets – a few key workers in
each Zone solicited donations from businesses and individuals
and the cost (and risk) to run the event was minimal. We
made over $7000 the first year.
In 2010, we had our most successful auction, with over
$9000 profit. In 2011, the excitement and buy-in from the
membership came crashing back to Earth. As mentioned,
only 70 people took part in the bidding, yet we still managed
a $7000 profit.
The point of this article is simple – to stay viable as an
Association, and to continue to provide such benefits such
as this newsletter you are reading, we need our members’
help! Not only in participating in the Auction process, but in
soliciting donations as well! We are a registered charity, so
every person or business who donates an item receives a
tax receipt for the retail value of that donation.
Each one of you reading this article has a child, relative,
neighbor or friend who works for or owns a business. Most
places aren’t willing to donate cash, but they are more than
willing to donate an item or product. Golf courses, restaurants,
movie theaters, hardware stores, spas, hotels, etc. – they
have all donated items to us in the past and are examples
of what have been donated this year! Gift certificates are
extremely popular – and think of the Christmas shopping
you’ll get done early!
If you have an item to donate, or think you can solicit one,
please contact me at info@alberta55plus.ca or 403-803-9852
for more information. We are only accepting items with a value
of over $50, and they must be new. This isn’t a garage sale – it
is an online auction fundraiser! And it is FUN – be sure to take
a peek sometime from October 29 – November 7!
Submitted by,
Chad Monner,
Provincial Coordinator
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ZONE 1 The Sunny South
Zone 1 Fall Report for 2012
Zone 1 has had a pretty busy season during the beautiful
summer weather. The conflicting times for the Alberta
55 plus fun days activities and activities for local functions
makes scheduling events challenging. There are many
communities that are making plans to celebrate their
100 year Anniversary. The upside to these on going
anniversary celebrations is that there will be some good
potential candidates to join our Alberta 55 plus organization
with experience in planning and organizing.
The online auction for Alberta 55 plus is scheduled for
the month of November. For 10 days this fall, bidding
on donated items is fun to partake in and it is similar to
bargain hunting at a public auction except the final bidding
could be made in the last few minutes of the 10th day.
However, our Zone 1 members must work hard at finding
donated items for sale so that they can be used in the
online Auction. The proceeds of the online Auction is
used in funding the Alberta 55 plus publication of three
newsletters per year.
The Zone 1 Winter Games Playoffs will begin playing
there schedules on November 1. Our Zone has had the
Profile of
Thomas B. Stevenson
Tom started to play Golf by accident with his Brotherin-law
in Dawson Creek in 1962. Tom was scheduled to
play a game of softball that afternoon. The Brother-in-law
suggested that they could get in 9 holes of golf in the
morning and that they could use the one set of clubs.
This was Tom’s initiation into the game of Golf. As the
Brother-in-law was tall, Tom had to choke down on the
shaft on the clubs and he bogied all 9 holes for a score
of 45. As Tom was now hooked on this new sport that
he went to the McLeod Store and he bought ½ set of
clubs for $40.
Tom has played golf in the Southern Alberta Summer
Games and occasionally in the Alberta 55 Plus Games
since 1985. Since 1999, Stevenson has had a continuous
membership in the Alberta 55 plus organization and he
has played golf in the Zone 1 Playoffs every second year
including the year 2011. Upon qualifying in the Provincial
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scheduled events posted everywhere on our “Bring
a Friend” stand-alone cards at all our events and also
we have schedules posted on our website
www.sunnysouth55plus.com. To be sure that our
message is remembered, a reminder of the Games is
needed by sending out posters, followed up by making
phone call inquiries. By having more participants entered
in each of the events, the athletes would enjoy playing
in a more meaningful competition.
The Provincial Winter Games will be held in Calgary in
February, 2013. Participants that live over 100km from
Calgary will have their transportation, lodging and meals
provided for at a nominal fee of $100 for four days of
fun and friendly competition. Buy your Alberta 55 plus
membership now and participate in the Zone 1 Playoffs
and the Provincial Playoffs and enjoy meeting old and
new friends at the Games!
Respectfully submitted by,
Al Jackson,
Publicity Director
Alberta 55 Plus Games in 2010, Tom went on to win a
Gold Medal in golf at the Canada Games in Brockville
Ontario in the 75+ event.
Tom says “I enjoy playing in the Alberta 55 Plus Games
and I encourage anyone to be a participant. The Games
are fun and you have the opportunity to meet old and
new friends.”
Respectfully submitted by,
Al Jackson,
Publicity Director

ZONE 1 The Sunny South
Zone 1 Fall Report for 2012
Vulcan Seniors Golf Tournament
The Fun Golf Tournament was held at the Vulcan Golf
Club on July 23. There were two categories in the Men’s
and Women’s: 55+ and 70+. 14 women and 22 men
participated on the 18-hole course. 4 golfers from
Lethbridge made the trip up, and Tom Stevenson at 84
years of age drove 460 km round trip from Medicine Hat
to win Low Gross in the second event.
Ron Fernley teeing off.
First Place for Women 70+ at the Vulcon Golf Club. Relaxing in the clubhouse after a successful day.
Third Annual Sokvitne Pool Table Golf Tournament
Members participated in the 3rd Annual Sokvitne Pool
Table Golf Tournamnet on March 1.
Pictured here are Ken Gatenby and Ray Anderson.
Brooks Bridge Tournament
A Bridge tournament was held on May 10th in Brooks.
Pictured here are the top 6 Bridge scorers from that day.
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ZONE 1 The Sunny South
Zone 1 Fall Report for 2012 - continued
Annual Senior/Youth Fun Golf Tournament
Registration of the 5th Annual Senior/Youth fun Golf
Tournament was held on June 5th during Senior’s Week
at the Vulcan Golf Club. This activity was organized by
the FCSS and the donation for prizes for this event was
appreciatively sponsored by local businesses.
A Profile of Lorin Pitcher
Lorin Pitcher was born on September 10, 1923 in Cardston.
He grew up on the family farm and attended the school
at Woolford. Lorin enlisted in the RCAF in World War II
and he took his training in Moncton, New Brunswick. While
Lorin was there, he met his future wife Margaret Smith
and they were married on February 23,1946 in Moncton.
After being discharged from the Air Force in June 1946,
Lorin and Margaret moved back to the farm in Woolford.
Lorin and Margaret raised 7 children. The oldest son Joe and
his 2 year old son were killed while Joe was attempting
to rescue his son from a house fire. Lorin now has 34
grandchildren and 76 great-grandchildren. After he sold the
farm to one of his sons in 1981, Lorin moved into a new
home in Cardston and started a picture framing business.
Lorin is an active organizer and a keen player in sports at
both the LDS Church and also at community functions.
Lorin became a Director of the Board for Zone 1 in 1993
and he was appointed Area Director for Area 7 which is in
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Vulcan Tuesday Night Crib
The Vulcan Senior Centre has regular Tuesday night Crib
every month of the year. Helen Currie and Lorraine Gair
represented Vulcan at the Southern Alberta Summer
Games in Raymond. Congratulations ladies for winning
a Gold Medal in Cribbage!
the Cardston region. Cribbage was very popular then
and Hubert West would do a fine job of hosting the Zone 1
Cribbage Playoffs. Hubert decided to retire and Lorin hosted
the next Zone 1 Cribbage Playoffs. There were over 200
participants registered for the games. Lorin found
accommodations in a larger building and the games were
a great success thanks to him.
Area 8 Director Garnet Stevens from Fort Macleod was
very enthusiastic about the game of Bocce Ball. Garnet
offered to set up a Bocce Ball court in your town and
explain how the game was played to any group of people
that were interested in having a hands on demonstration.
President Keith Moore for Zone 1 felt that there was a
keen interest in the Bocce Ball game and he was able to
purchase 16 sets of Bocce Balls at a Volume discount.
At the next Zone 1 Board meeting, Keith was able to get
a motion so that any Board member could have sets of
Bocce Balls to take to their designated Area. Lorin took a

ZONE 1 The Sunny South
A Profile of Lorin Pitcher - continued
set of Bocce Balls and made a presentation at their next
pot luck dinner. Ken Brooks became responsible for the
Bocce Ball activity. Ken Walton had a set of Bocce Balls
and they started playing the game with two courts twice a
week at the Lion’s Club. Brooks worked hard by providing
the string lines, score cards and in keeping the grass
trimmed. As the Bocce Ball game became a favorite
activity for the local Senior’s Group in Cardston, a new
permanent location was set up at Cardston’s Town Square.
The Zone 1 Board of Directors decided to purchase a
“Challenge Trophy” to honor members of Zone 1 for their
exceptional contribution for our organization. The first Trophy
was the “Lorin Pitcher Annual Bocce Ball Challenge Trophy”.
Lorin Pitcher Bocce Ball Challenge
Registration of the 5th Annual Senior/Youth fun Golf
Tournament was held on June 5th during Senior’s Week
at the Vulcan Golf Club. This activity was organized by
the FCSS and the donation for prizes for this event was
appreciatively sponsored by local businesses.
Lorin preparing to present the 2012 Lorin Pitcher Trophy First place team
of Ted Mackenzie, Leonard Purnel, Gloria Anderson and Norman Sheen.
There are 3 or 4 Bocce Ball organizations that compete
for the right to have their names put on the Trophy.
The third Annual Bocce Ball Challenge in 2012 was won
by the Ted MacKenzie team from Cardston.
Ted MacKenzie for Area 7 says of his friend Lorin “that it
is very fitting that we have named the Bocce Ball Tournament
in Lorin’s honor as Lorin is a real “sportsman” in
every aspect of the game”.
Submitted by,
Al Jackson,
Publicity Director
The Brooks team tied for 2nd Place
Ken & Laurel Tooke, Marlene Evers and Terry Rice.
A team from Cardston tied for 2nd Place -
Dorral & Phillis Woolf, Frankie Leavitt and Donna Gillis.
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ZONE 2 Big Country Senior Sports Society
Annual General Meeting
Date: September 24, 2012 • Time: 10:00 am
Location: Airdrie Over 50 Club,
#101, 275 Jensen Drive N.E. Airdrie
It is that time of year when all members are encouraged to
attend the AGM to elect the Board positions of President,
Treasurer, Activity Director and Membership Director. We
need volunteers to bring new ideas, cooperation and energy
to the Board. Any member wanting to put their name forward
for any of these positions is asked to contact the Secretary,
Adeline Fedyk at 403-637-2399. A dedicated group of
members met several times to review the current BCSSS
bylaws. Thank you to Pat Covington and Caroline Anker for
their input on the revised bylaws. The BCSSS bylaws have
been revised and require final approval from the I would at
this time like to thank our Board members and Coordinators
for their continuing support and countless hours given to
this organization over the past year.
Awards
BCSSS is built on the dedication and commitment of our
membership. We would like to recognize the recipients of
the following awards:
30 Years:
Vera Fawkes from Canmore, Area 9
Doug Lenfesty from Drumheller, Area 3
Julie Lenfesty from Drumheller, Area 3
Goldie Shaw from Chestermere, Area 7
Florence Storch from Hana, Area 2
20 Years:
Wes Anderson from Oyen, Area 1
10 Years:
Gail Galusha from Strathmore, Area 5
left to right: Wes Anderson, Julie Lenfesty, Florence Storch,
Neil Slater and Gail Galusha.
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Lifetime Membership:
Barbara DePaoli from Cayley, Area 8
Neil Slater from Beiseker, Area 7
Barbara DePaoli.
Merit:
Joan Boekema from Three Hills, Area 4
Appreciation:
Joan Tullikopf from Three Hills, Area 4
left to right: Joan Tullikopf, Barbara DePaoli and Joan Boekema.
Thank you Barbara for 28 years of service!
Barbara Depaoli retires as BCSSS President. Barbara
was Area 8 Director for 18 years
1994 to 2012, Vice President
for 2 years 2002 to 2004 and
President for 8 years 2004
to 2012. We wish her all the
best as she pursues other
activities and opportunities.
left to right: Alberta 55 plus
President Pat Covington,
Barbara DePaoli and BCSSS
Vice President Doug Campbell.
Neil Slater.

ZONE 2 Big Country Senior Sports Society
Fall Report - continued
New Logo
Thank you to all members for
your creative input in developing
a new logo for Big Country Senior
Sports Society. The logo has been
put on the new Zone 2 shirts,
which are available in Men’s and Ladies sizes
and will be for sale at the AGM at a cost of $25.00 each.
The BCSSS logo will also be included on the Zone 2
Membership Cards in 2013.
Talented Athletes Go for the Fun
at the Canada 55 Plus Games
The 2012 Canada 55 Plus Games are being hosted in
Sydney, Nova Scotia from August 29 - September 1.
The event will feature 4 days of friendly competition in
23 sports and activities that are being held throughout
the Cape Breton Regional Municipality.
We wish our athletes a safe trip and good health in
their competitions.
Athletics (55+ Women’s): Hazel McClarty
Athletics (75+ Women’s): Helen Standing
Bocce (55+ Open): Adeline & Bill Fedyk
Cribbage (55+ Open Doubles): Elizabeth Stone
Golf (55+ Men’s Low Net): Bob Barnett
Golf (55+ Women’s Low Net): Bonnie Barnett
Golf (55+ Women’s Callaway): Leilani du Toit & Marion Stickle
Ice Curling (55+ Mixed): Adele Williamson, Colin Gilbert,
Marlene Graham & Doug Campbell
Ice Hockey (60+ Men’s): Robert Bridger
Ice Hockey (65+ Men’s): Doug Blaney, Chuck Goldade,
Graham MacDonald & John MacKillop
Pool – 8 Ball (55+ Men’s): Bill Gibbons & Ray Ryan
Slo-Pitch (55+ Co-ed): Harry Cowan, Norma Dawson,
Pat Drinnan, Mickey Getten, Ray Minue, Debra Morrison,
Linda Nelson, Phillip Paul, Linda Schaal, Jackie Stickel,
Rick Stauffer, Stewart Thompson, Dean Youngren,
Shelley & Bruce Young
Braves Co-ed Slo-Pitch
A team of co-ed slo-pitch players from Zone 2, Area 8,
will represent Alberta in the upcoming Canada 55+
Games in Sydney, Nova Scotia-Aug. 29-Sept. 1.
The Turner Valley Braves team was organized in 2009 by
Harry Cowan and have played in both the Airdrie (2009)
and Fairview (2011) 55 Plus Summer Games, winning
a silver medal each time. In 2010 the team travelled to
Brockville, ON for the Canada 55 Plus Games and won
a bronze medal there.
This team is like a big family, each player caring about and
supportive of the others. We enjoy each other’s company
both on and off the diamond. It’s about the ball, but also
about the camaraderie. You won’t find a nicer group of
people anywhere.
The team has played in some men’s tournaments this
summer to hone their skills for Sydney. Thank you to
those organizers for including us in your tournaments.
Submitted by,
Linda Nelson
Front row, left to right:
Norma Dawson, Debra Morrison,
Linda Nelson, Harry Cowan (coach)
Jackie Stickel, Shelley Young,
Linda Schaal
Back row, left to right:
Ray Minue, Stewart Thomson,
Phil Paul, Rick Stauffer, Pat Drinnan,
Mickey Getten, Bruce Young
Missing from group photo,
Dean Younggren, pictured on right. Harry Cowan (Coach).
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ZONE 2 Big Country Senior Sports Society
Fall Report - continued
Join for the Fun, Renew for the Friendship
During the non-Games year, BCSSS member Clubs
hosted many activities for Alberta 55 plus members and
non-members. It was a great time to try new activities
and meet friends once again.
The Cochrane Seniors-on-the-Bow Club hosted a Friendly
Fun Curling Bonspiel on March 5. A lot of fun was had by
all with new members joining Alberta 55 plus and many
members renewing their membership.
The Chestermere Mind, Body and Sprit Expo was held
on March 17. Over 200 people came through the Expo and
BCSSS spread the word about Alberta 55 plus and the
upcoming playoffs for the Winter and Summer Games.
The Cochrane Seniors-on-the-Bow Club hosted a Friendly
Fun Day on April 4. Some of the activities were Bridge,
Cribbage, Carpet Bowling, Euchre, Table Shuffleboard and
a demonstration of Pickle Ball. There were approximately
78 participants and it is always enjoyable to meet new
people and potential new members to both Alberta 55
plus and to the Friendly Fun games. The day concluded
with a Spaghetti Dinner and an excellent presentation on
the Masters Games.
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Bonspiel Action.
Left: Table Shuffleboard
Right: Euchre.
Top: Carpet Bowling
Bottom: Scrabble.
A Friendly Fun Euchre Tournament was hosted in
Chestermere at Lakeside Golf Club on April 9. The facility and
the view of the Golf Course were wonderful and the lunch
was excellent and enjoyed by all 28 members and guests.

ZONE 2 Big Country Senior Sports Society
Fall Report - continued
A Friendly Fun Cribbage Tournament was hosted by the
Airdrie Over 50 Club on May 5.
The KIK Senior Citizens Club in Irricana hosted a Friendly
Fun Military Whist Tournament on May 17.
Zone 3 (Calgary) hosted a Carpet Bowling Challenge Cup
on May 17. Zone 2 was represented by a 55+ and 70+
Team from the Airdrie Over 50 Club.
The Spring Festival was held in Strathmore on June 2.
We attracted many interested people to our table, or we
thought we did. Strathmore Victim Services were at the
table next to us and they were serving cake, and we
know how much seniors love to eat.
Photo by Jessica Burtnick Photography
left to right, BCSSS Publicity Director Holly Wood
and BCSSS Activity Director Brian Wood.
Zone 3 (Calgary) hosted a Bocce Challenge Cup on June 13.
BCSSS was represented by a 55+ Team from Chestermere.
The Cochrane Seniors-on-the-Bow Club hosted another
Friendly Fun Event on June 15, 16 and 17. Some of the
activities were Golf, Horseshoes, Scrabble, Slo-Pitch,
Tennis, Duplicate Bridge and a demonstration on Pickle
Ball. They also provide a wonderful roast beef dinner on
the Saturday night and followed with a Pancake Breakfast
at the Legion on Sunday morning.
Enjoying the Friendly
Fun Bocce Tournament
in Chestermere.
Chestermere hosted a Friendly Fun Bocce Tournament on
July 14, at the Chestermere Recreation Centre. Bill and
Adeline Fedyk were given a challenge from the 4 other
teams that participated. As Adeline stated, it was good
practice and warm-up for their trip to the Canada Games.
"On Saturday, July 14th, the Zone 2 Bocce Friendly Fun
Games were held in Chestermere and hosted by Holly and
Brian Wood. We had five teams of doubles and played five
games, had a delicious lunch prepared by Holly and enjoyed
excellent weather, no hot sun, no rain, just a pleasant day all
around. Nancy Brazier and Marilyn Conrad scored the most
points. This will probably conclude our Friendly Fun Games
for this summer,” said BCSSS Secretary, Adeline Fedyk.
BCSSS has had a very busy 4 months and I hope everyone
enjoyed participating in the many activities hosted by our
Clubs. It was, however, disappointing to have to cancel
some activities due to a lack of interest. It takes many hours
organizing these activities and a ‘BIG Thank you’ goes out
to our members and volunteers for their dedication and
commitment in hosting these activities. We all want to see
these activities continue and expand not only in the
non-games years but during every year. Keep active and
stay healthy.
Submitted by,
Holly Wood,
Publicity Director
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ZONE 3 Calgary Recreation and Culture Association
Zone 3 – Award Winners
Dan Guglielmin presenting Cordella Schwengler the
Appreciation Award for the Forest Lawn Seniors.
Dan Guglielmin and Pat Covington presenting
Wally Kosowan with his Lifetime Membership Award.
Zone 3 Summer Fun Games –
Contract Bridge
Medal winners L to R: Bob McIntosh & Keith Shaw (Bronze),
Florence Wohlers & Anita Fulton (Silver), Ali & Kathleen Khan (Gold).
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Zone 3 Summer Fun Games –
Floor Shuffleboard
Betty Markle, coordinator, awards the Gold medal
to Dan & Donna Guglielmin.
Silver medal winners Sid Aker & Ivan Crerar.
Bronze medal winners Bob & Yvonne Armstrong.

ZONE 3 Calgary Recreation and Culture Association
Zone 3 Summer Fun Games – 8-Ball Pool
Women’s 55+ winners Wendy Bond (Gold) and
Doris O’Malley-Winfield (Silver) with Norm Thomas, coordinator.
Women’s 55+ Bronze medal winner Lily Chan.
Men’s 55+ winners: Gold - Dennis Heacock; Silver - Ernie Domshy
(Zone 2), Bronze - Wayne Hladik.
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ZONE 3 Calgary Recreation and Culture Association
A Zone 3 profile of Del Irwin:
I was born in a small community in Northern Manitoba -
the eldest of 9 children. Our father was a farmer and
freighter and none of us wanted to follow in his footsteps,
so we all gravitated to the big cities. I moved to Winnipeg
and then to Regina where I worked at the Hudson Bay
Company Store for 20 years. I moved to Calgary in 1974
and continued to work at The Bay for a few more years
where I retired.
I joined the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 264 in 1976
where I played crib, shuffleboard and became the President
of those leagues for 5 years. I joined the Ladies Auxiliary
branch in 2007 and as a member I worked at the Stampede
Legion events every year - among other great activities.
As a member of Alberta 55 plus and winner of the crib
and shuffleboard tournaments, I went on a lot of great
trips to places such as Grande Prairie, Medicine Hat,
Lethbridge, St. Albert and Fort McMurray to name a few.
I have enjoyed all my years with the 55 Plus organization
and will continue to be a part of their great events!
Editor’s note: Zone 3 is proud to report that Del is a Lifetime
member and she has been involved continuously since 1981!
Calgary 55 plus “Fun” Swim Meet
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The Calgary 55 plus ”Fun” Swim Meet was held on June 5th at the
Talisman Centre. Here are some results:
Men 55+: Dave Dickson 4 1st Place finishes; Dave Amundrud 3 x 1sts
and a 2nd; Richard Starchuk 2 x 1sts and 2 x 2nds
Women 65+: Marilyn Shaw 4 x 1sts; Elinor Anderson 4 x 1sts
Men 65+: Merv Matson 4 x 1sts; Keith Shaw 4 x 1st; Willie Littlechild
Zone 4- 3 x 1sts, 2nd; and Peter Meima 2 x 1sts, 2 x 2nds
Women 70+: Jo-Anne Phillips 4 x 1sts
Men 70+: Neil Topping 4 x 1sts; Richard Bascom 2 x 1sts, 2 x 2nds
Women 75+: Pat Hlady 4 x 1sts
Men 75+: Pat Malcolmson 4 x 1sts
Men 80+: Doug Kyle 4 x 1sts
15 of 18 registered swam, including 4 newcomers. Thanks to 17 officials
and volunteers. For further information about next year’s qualifying meet
for Provincials, then Canadians, please contact swim activity coordinator,
Keith Shaw at 403-252-9238.

ZONE 4 Silver Willow Association
Zone 4 President’s Report
First off, I would like to congratulate the following members
who were missed in out last magazine due to early entry
to make press time of our last newsletter.
They are :
10 Year Pin recipients:
Ron and Linda Holt – Pine Lake; Marie Smith – Falun;
Hazel Ryhanen – Wetaskiwin; Robert & Eileen Green –
Stettler; and Teresa Rolvink – Innisfail.
15 Year Pin recipients: Betty Hollis – Forestburg; and
Harold Johnson – Alder Flats.
CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU ALL!
Our 1st Zone 4 "Fun Day” Picnic was held on June 20th
in Pine Lake and was a great success. 70 people showed
up and enjoyed a full day of fun trying out different sports.
We had Bocce, Washer Toss, Horseshoe, Scrabble, Euchre,
Military Whist, Carpet Bowling and Table Shuffleboard.
This was topped off by a BBQ Lunch. Thanks to all the
directors who helped make this a success.
Thirteen Zone 4 members are off to the Canada
Games in Sydney, N.S. this August.
Bowling: Eric Andersen and Linda Seitz – Ponoka
Washer Toss: Ab Rowland and
Joan Stephenson – Mulhurst
Golf: Brian Dunlop – Castor;
Shane Westin – Red Deer
Cycling: Brian Weiss – Bentley
Athletics: Bridle Forde – Stettler
Tennis: Mary Garner – Red Deer
Scrabble: Gladys Wilson – Rimbey
Ice Curling: Rodney Koehli – Daysland;
Gordon Pennycock – Daysland
Ice Hockey: Dennis Zukiwsky – Red Deer
Enjoy, do well, and remember – take lots of pictures!
September will be the start up for our Challenge Cups.
Check with your Area Director or on our website for
dates and locations.
Winter Games Playoffs will be in full swing November and
December, so mark your calendar and watch for registration
deadlines as these dates will be strictly enforced. I hope to
see a lot of old and NEW faces out at these playoffs. And
good luck to all who part take in a playoff.
In the first quarter of 2013, Zone 4 will be having a Casino
in Red Deer. I will be calling on Red Deertorians for help
at this event. Its only 2 days (3 shifts) and we need your
help. Give me a call if you can help or email
bogeyroz@gmail.com.
Until then, enjoy your summer and fall, drive safe and
take a little time for family.
Submitted by,
Roz Aebig,
President
John Beggs retires
as Treasurer of Zone 4
The Zone 4 Silver Willow Board said a tearful goodbye to
John Beggs of Stettler as he declared his retirement at the
Annual General Meeting in March. John has held the
position of Treasurer for 8 years, doing a fabulous job of
keeping everything straight and balanced. He now hands
over the books to Judy Peperkorn of Erskine
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ZONE 4 Silver Willow Association
Provincial AGM Zone 4 Awards
Zone 4 Board nominated
two awards for 2012, one
“Certificate of Merit”, and
the other “Certificate of
Appreciation”.
The Certificate of Merit
was awarded to Rosella
Snopek (on the left) of
Camrose for her
contributions since 2005
as President for 4 years,
presently Activity Director,
Publicity Director and Area
7 Director. She has also been Provincial Advisor for Snooker at the 2009
Lethbridge Winter Games, Provincial Advisor for Cribbage in the 2009 Airdrie
Summer Games, Provincial Advisor for Floor Curling in the 2011 Fairview
Summer Games. She also was the Zone 4 Acting Activity Director the position
of Provincial Secretary since 2008. On the right is Lisa Hawksworth accepting
the Certificate of Appreciation on behalf of the Bashaw Happy Gang Centre.
In the middle is Roz Aebig, President of Zone 4, presenting the awards.
Claude receives the 2012
Minister’s Senior Service Award
Claude Clemence of Red Deer
was awarded the Minister’s
Senior Service Award in Red
Deer on June 6th. Claude was
honored for his volunteerism
at the Golden Circle Senior
Resource Centre since 2004.
He delivers groceries, conducts
friendly visits and provides rides
for medical appointments.
Claude has worked on the
Senior Advisory Group committee
at the Red Deer Public Library to develop a senior friendly website. He
also delivers books through the Homebound Reader’s Service. Zone 4 is
proud to have Claude as their continuous member since 2004. He is always
there when a hand is needed. Pictured is Mary Ann Jablonski, MLA Red
Deer, North Constituency on the left of Claude receiving his award.
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Zone 4 first
Fun Day Picnic
The Zone 4 Board decided it was time
to try something different, so the first
Fun Day BBQ was formed. With the
use of the Pine Lake Hub there was
plenty of room to demonstrate several
activities for our members and guests.
So with help from the Technical Director
North, Mary Zabolotniuk, the Fun Day
developed. Learn and try a new activity
was the theme of the event. Activities
offered were Bocce, Carpet Bowling,
Euchre, Horseshoes, Military Whist,
Scrabble, Table Shuffleboard and Washer
Toss which proved to be a real hit with
everyone. 70 members and guests
attended and tried their hand at the
activities. Board members and some
very knowledgeable members hosted
each activity. The weather cooperated
with a cloudy morning and then a very
hot afternoon. The men barbequed
hamburgers with the smoke in their eyes,
demonstrated by Dennis Ensminger, the
man in the blue shirt wiping his eyes.
Paul Bill was on the other side getting
the brunt of it too. But the meal was a
hit, thanks to the kitchen crew headed
by Roz Aebig, coordinator of the event.
There were several new faces with 4
signing up for membership that day. It
was a great day with good food, good
fellowship and good fun.
See the photo collage of Zone 4’s
first Fun Day Picnic on page 18

ZONE 4 Silver Willow Association
Zone 4 Golf Challenge Cup a Success
The weather cooperated on June 25th with sunshine and
little wind as the Zone 4 Golf Challenge Cup was held at
the Montgomery Glen Golf & Country Club in Wetaskiwin.
35 golfers from 15 communities showed up to complete
for the chance to have their names engraved on the cup.
This Challenge Cup is held every second year to give our
members an opportunity to meet, greet and compete.
Second place ended up as a tie with 2 under par, so after
a coin flip, the team of Lyle Newman of Red Deer, Bill
Caton of Red Deer, and Dennis Ensminger of Ponoka
were declared third place winners. That left the second
place winners as Wilf Maertens-Poole, Fred Heck and
Steve Petz of Camrose along with Bernice Birtsch of
First Place Winners: Allan Ladd, Gladys Groat, Doug Hill, Bill Caton.
Presenting the trophy is Caroline anker, co-coordinator of the tournament.
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Rimbey with 2 under par. But the ultimate winners with
6 under par were Allan Ladd and Bob Allan of Bentley,
Doug Gill of Ponoka and Gladys Groat of Stettler. Hole
winners were: Ladies Longest Drive – Dora Bilko of
Edmonton; Men’s Longest Drive – Bill Caton of Red Deer;
Men’s Longest Putt – Hal Harder of Red Deer; Ladies
Longest Putt – Eileen Ensminger of Ponoka. A wonderful
steak supper was served with lots of prizes, donated by
Wetaskiwin merchants, for the winning. Communities
represented were Bentley, Camrose, Daysland, Halkirk,
Hobemma, Lacombe, Millet, Ponoka, Red Deer, Rimbey,
Stettler, Sylvan Lake, Wetaskiwin, Winfield and our guests
from Edmonton.
Ladies Longest Drive: Dora Bilko of Edmonton.
Men’s Longest Drive: Bill Caton of Red Deer. Ladies Longest Putt: Eileen Ensminger of Ponoka. Men’s Longest Putt: Hal Harder of Red Deer.

ZONE 5 Black Gold / Yellowhead
Annual Zone 5 Picnic
President Darlene Hunneman, Gordon &
Nancy Thomas and Treasurer Leona Logie.
The annual Zone 5 picnic was held this year on
Thursday, June 21, at the Evansburg seniors centre,
with over 60 members present.
Zone 5 president, Darlene Hunneman, opened the
gathering by presenting pins to longtime members.
Those eligible to receive pins included Betty Bryant,
30 years; Benny Stein, 25 years; Alvin Felske, 15 years;
and 12 other members who have been members for
10 years or more.
As usual, members contributed a potluck dish to the
lunch – “banquet” would be a better word - and tables
Darlene with Joyce and Wilf Goerz.
Darlene, Bob Milligan and Leona.
with a full selection of main dishes, salads, and desserts
occupied most of one end of the hall. Following the
meal, some members took advantage of a perfect
summer day to play bocce and washer toss on the
outside courts. Floor curling and euchre were played
inside. This year euchre was the big attraction, with
at least 20 players.
Zone 5 would like to thank the Evansburg seniors for
their hospitality and the use of their hall.
September 21 for Memorial Whist Tournament
The annual Mary Hogg memorial Military Whist
Tournament will take place on Friday, September 21,
at the Calder Centre in Edmonton. This is a fun
tournament, named after a longtime and very
enthusiastic military whist player. Zone 5 members
have recently enjoyed playing whist at Tomahawk,
Fort Saskatchewan, Spruce Grove and Jarvie and are
encouraged to take part in the memorial tournament.
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ZONE 5 Black Gold / Yellowhead
Alberta 55 plus Hockey Team
Wins National Championship
In an era in which humans are stretching the limits of
their sporting abilities and talents, a group of oldtimer
hockey players are quietly pushing the envelope in their
own way.
This spring, at the Pearkes Arena in Victoria, B.C., the
national championship for the 80+ class in ice hockey
was played. The Senior Lancers from Sherwood Park
defeated the Parksville Panthers at the 23rd annual
Victoria Playmakers Oldtimers Tournament.
After the final game, the manager of the team, Burt
Brown, was quoted as saying: “Think about it. This is
amazing, playing hockey at our age!”
The Senior Lancers have been regular visitors to this
tournament for many years. This year they funded and donated
a trophy for the 80+ class for the national
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championship. “I guess we’re not very good sports for
donating the trophy, then winning it,” quipped Benny
Stein, coach of the team.
The 2012 Victoria Players Tournament attracted hundred
of players 55 and over eager to compete. They came
from the Lower Mainland, Alberta, Saskatchewan,
Eastern Canada, U.S.A., and Japan.
The Sherwood Park Senior Lancers are only one of many
teams who still have a real love for the game of hockey.
This report was submitted by
Herb Holland,
Area 1 Director from Zone 5
Note: All members of this hockey team are members
of Alberta 55 plus and have competed in a number of our Games.

ZONE 5 Black Gold / Yellowhead
Life Membership
Award For Betty Bryant
Elizabeth (Betty) Bryant, of Stony Plain, has been a
continuous member of Alberta 55 plus for 30 years, the
first Zone 5 member to achieve this status.
Thirty years ago, when she and her husband, Bert, joined
55 plus, they entered the “old time dancing” competitions,
a former Games event. Through the years, Betty has played
snooker and floor curling, and she is still line dancing every
Friday at the Spruce Grove Pioneer Centre.
Betty has won medals at the provincial Games, and says
that she just likes to keep active. At one time, Betty even
tried creative writing. She wrote the poem, The Olympian,
which was such a hit that she was invited to recite it at the
2007 Pep Rally for Zone 5, and it appeared on the inside
cover of the 2007 Fall Senior Moments magazine.
In June, Betty and her floor curling friends had a special
coffee break at the Pioneer Centre when Darlene Hunneman,
Zone 5 president, arrived with a beautifully decorated carrot
cake to celebrate her achievement and to present her with
a 30-year pin and a Life Membership Award.
Congratulations and thanks for your years of support, Betty.
Canada Games in Sydney, Nova Scotia
Congratulations to all members who participated in the
Canada Games in Nova Scotia at the end of summer. Due
to printing deadline, by the time this newsletter reaches
you, the Games will be over. Look for some results and
stories in our Winter 2012 issue due in December!
Alberta 55 plus would like to extend our sincere thanks to
Pat Covington (Alberta representative on Canada Games
Board) and Leona Logie (Data Entry Clerk and organizer
extraordinaire) for their countless hours of volunteer work
in assembling Team Alberta for the Canada Games.
Thank you so much ladies!
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ZONE 5 Black Gold / Yellowhead
Sixty Years Together for Rita and Frank Kelly
Frank Kelly is the new Area 4 Director for Zone 5
Frank and Rita met in Stony Plain, where Frank was starting
a banking career with the CIBC. Frank soon gave up his
banking job and joined Gulf Oil at Stettler, looking after a
production facility and loading tank cars. Rita and Frank
kept in touch, and on August 3, 1952, they were married.
The next summer they were joined by a baby girl, soon
followed by two little brothers.
The oilfield was expanding rapidly, and promotions came
quickly. The Kellys lived in Stettler, Big Valley, and Rosetown,
Saskatchewan. Returning to Stettler, they built their first
house, a DIY project.
In 1959, the Swan Hills oilfield was just being developed,
and Frank and family soon moved north and became pioneers
in the new town. However, after Frank became Production
Superintendent for the Edmonton area, the family moved
to St. Albert, and that really became their home.
Later on, Frank realized that an engineering degree was
required if he was to progress with Gulf Oil. He spoke to
the Dean of Engineering and was told, “You will find it very
difficult and you will probably fail.” Undaunted, he enrolled
in the U of A at the age of 38 and graduated with the gold
medal for his class.
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After graduation, Frank and family moved to Calgary for
a job in the head office. When the National Energy Plan
came along and the oil companies were downsizing, Frank
started looking for a place to retire. He liked the Okanagan
but Rita wanted to retire near her family in Stony Plain.
As Frank puts it, “I get one vote and Rita gets two
votes,” so they chose Stony Plain.
They built their retirement home, another DIY project, on
a quarter-section of untouched land in the hills north of
Stony Plain. They spent 20 years there, involved in model
airplane clubs, rural crime watch, bluebird trails, and lots
of family events. After Frank began developing heart
problems, they moved into Spruce Grove. Following
surgery and a return to health, Frank and Rita joined the
Golden Age Club, then Alberta 55 plus, and began to
enjoy the many activities offered. Frank was a medalwinning
entrant in the 2011 Summer Games, taking part
in an activity that he says “we get better at as we get
older – story telling.” (i.e., Creative Writing)
Frank’s 80th birthday party was held at the model airplane
field, which he greatly enjoyed, but Rita wouldn’t hear of
celebrating their 60th anniversary there. And where is
this one going? “Remember,” Frank says, “Rita has two
votes and I have one.”

ZONE 6 Edmonton Marigold 55 plus
Zone 6 Report
With the wet spring and summer, the different shades of
green are awesome, along with the variety of mushrooms
down in my lawn this year. But enough with my problems.
Replacements have been found for various coordinator and
director positions for Zone 6. Eleanore Frend has accepted
to be our secretary for the next two years. Len Stevens,
assistant Downhill Ski coordinator, has taken on more
work and is now our new Director at Large. Lola McNeil
has stepped down as scrabble coordinator. Lola has been
very active in Zone 6 for the past 15 years. Thank you
Lola for all your years of volunteering and contribution to
Marigold 55 Plus, you will be missed. Clint Supchyshyn,
our publicity Director, has volunteered to get scrabble
back on track again. If interested in playing, give Clint
a call (780) 434-7133.
We wish all 26 competing members who are going to
the Canada Games a safe travel. Have fun and enjoy the
spirit of friendly competition.
Rollie Ulmer (sitting on far left) is joined by his wife Valerie
(against wall) and other Zone 6 Directors and members at the
Zone 6 medal presentation.
Rollie Ulmer resigned June 11, 2012 due to ill health.
A large card was crafted by Eleanor Frend with members
writing their comments and expressing their appreciation
to Rollie at the medal presentation June 27. A tribute was
paid to Rolllie with heart warming speeches by close friends
he made as President, Past President, coordinator, casino
chairman, etc., etc. over the years. Derry Ingram and
Gordon Severin outlined his commitment to Marigold 55
Plus and Alberta 55 Plus as well as the Edmonton Slo-pitch
Association. He is a super, super person with unrivalled
dedication to volunteerism for the benefit of his fellow
persons. Thank you Rollie.
**Editor’s note: It is with regret to inform everyone that Rollie Ulmer
passed away on August 4th. Our thoughts and prayers go out to
Valerie and her family.**
A reminder to all members who are interested in
participating in the Alberta 55 Plus Winter Games which
are being held in Calgary from Feb 13 – 16, 2013, playoffs
will start November 2012. Remember to bring a friend,
relative or anyone over 55.
Several months ago Strathcona County has put in a bid
to host the 2014 Canada Games, as described in the
Edmonton Journal. The event is to take place in Sherwood
Park. Most venues will be within walking distance of their
hotels. I have seen their presentation booklet and it is
excellent. This will be presented during the Games in Sydney.
Activity Director’s Report
As activity director, it was my privilege to attend or
compete and help out in some cases with the summer fun
games. The Marigold members seem to thrive on being
active and having fun. We did have one day in which the
weatherman turned on the poor golfers, but a good
amount of them persevered through the lousy weather.
What troopers!
The rest of the events went very well with some members
trying some of the events for the first time. Now they know
there are other things that they could be having fun with.
And that’s really what the fun games are all about… trying
new things!
Submitted by,
Carol Sievers
Edmonton Marigold History Book
We are all members of Alberta 55 plus because we believe
in the mandate of lifelong fitness through active living.
Each of you is to be commended for your commitment
to maintaining your health and wellness as we reach our
Golden Years. Zone 6 would not be in the existence
today without the incredible amount of time and effort the
past and present volunteers have provided. It is our duty
as current members, enjoying the legacy and benefits
this Association provides, to continue this tradition.
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ZONE 6 Edmonton Marigold 55 plus
In 1980 the Games were held in Camrose, AB August
21-23 with 638 participants. The various activities included
Badminton, Contract Bridge, Carpet Bowling, Checkers,
Cribbage, Croquet, Darts, Disking, Fiddling, Golf,
Handicrafts, Horseshoes, Performing Arts, Trap Shooting,
Shuffleboard and Tennis.
Some ribbons that were presented at the 1980 Camrose Games.
Creative Writing – Class B Limerick or Humorous
“Freedom Break”
Daily and more frequently our
Thoughts entwine,
Tenuous feelings bound by invisible vine,
Rent by distance and familial ties,
Making a murmur of golden lives.
Perched on the cusp of a slippery slope,
Can deepest feelings of seniors have hope?
Lets dance into the sunset hand in hand,
To hell with moves embraced by man!!
- Ruth Bentley (Zone 7)
Zone 6 Summer
Fun Games
Golf
Edmonton Marigold 55 plus Summer Golf game was held
June 5, 2012 at Legends G & C Club. It was very different
from last year where the mosquitoes were taking blood
samples and the geese were fertilizing the grass and
greens. In 2012, no mosquitoes and the goose fertilizer
washed away by heavy rains. Out of 75 paid entries, only
about 40 finished the 18 holes. Several players claimed
their irons flew further than the golf ball on many occasions.
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Happy golfers enjoying the rain.
It stopped raining for the last 6 holes and some good scores
were registered. Some said their socks and underwear were
soaked but dried up a little by the end of the tournament.
Some of the winners were:
55+ W Callaway Elaine Maxwell
65+ W “ Grace Svekla
75+ W “ Romana Mactteil
55+ M “ Mel Bates
65+ M “ Bob Hemmings
75+ M “ Fred Haight
55+ M Low gross Rod Prediger
65+ M “ Ian Duncan
75+ M “ Bob McQuay
55+ W “ Shirley Sommerville
65+ W “ Linda Frank
75+ W “ Dora Bilko
Walter and Marlene Mollenkoph and Harvey Ford
tabulating the Callaway Scoring.
Thanks to John Frank for helping organize the event,
along with numerous volunteers.
Submitted by,
Walt Mollenkoph,
Coordinator

ZONE 6 Edmonton Marigold 55 plus
Floor Curling Tournament
On June 8th, Mike Dolynny, coordinator, held a Floor
Curling tournament at the Calder Seniors Centre. There
were 8 teams (32 participants) present. Competition, fun
and food dominated the day. Winners in the pictures below
are standing as: Back row – 1st place, middle row – 2nd
place, and front row – 3rd place.
70+ Event.
55+ Event.
Submitted by,
Vicky Dolynny
Athletics
Zone 6 Athletics were held June 15 at 5:30pm at Rollie
Miles Sport Grounds. A total of 13 competitors took part
with the sun coming up after the earlier rain, making for
ideal conditions.
The age groups represented were: three competitors in
the 65+, three in the 70+, four in the 75+ and three in
the 80+. There were many multi medal winners.
Yuko Nakano throwing the shot-put.
Arnold Nett in the Long Jump.
Horseshoes
Coordinator Carol Sievers contacted 56 members to
participate. 3 practices were held with 10 bodies taking
part each time. 17 showed for the fun playoff to earn
medals. 10 men and 7 women competed. The weather
was great.
Cribbage
There were 52 players in the singles category in the
morning. In the afternoon 28 teams played doubles.
Lunch was great and well received. The tournament
finished at 4:15pm. Thanks to our coordinator Gordon
Conrad with help from Vic Larson and Carol Sievers.
Military Whist
There were 11 teams of 4 in the fun games tournament.
One team dominated by a score of 23 points followed by
a second team with 17 points and a third team with 16
points. The team with our president Pat Covington came
in just under the wire with 15 points. Everyone had a great
time. Thanks to Helen Conrad for coordinating and
“tinkerbell” Delores Heck for all her help.
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ZONE 6 Edmonton Marigold 55 plus
Contract Bridge
The fun tournament was held May 1, 2012 at Central
Lions with top honours going to the team of Jim Normey
and Albert Hancock. Coordinator Jessie Trottier and
assistant coordinator Louise Holtom wish to thank
everyone for coming and making this a fun day.
The Lighter Side...
There was a bit of confusion at the store this morning.
When I was ready to pay for my groceries, the cashier
said “strip down, facing me.” Making a mental note to
complain to my member of Parliament about security
running amok, I did just as she had instructed. When the
hysterical shrieking and alarms finally subsided, I found
out that she was referring to my credit card. I have been
asked to shop elsewhere in the future. They need to
make their instructions to us seniors a little clearer!
Advertising Radio
Zone 6 has given serious thought to advertising on radio
and has chosen 790 CFCW. The listening audience for
CFCW is definitely 55 plus and they cover a vast part of
Alberta. They are also interested in the services we
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provide for seniors. We can phone in any day between
4 and 6pm and they will put our event on for that week or
weekend on the radio for free. The following is an example
one of the 15 second commercials that was made for us
(to be set to a catchy jingle):
Revitalize, re-energize Alberta 55 plus. The ideal mix of
sport competition and fun. Alberta 55 plus challenges your
mind, body and spirit. Something for everyone, every
level, from athletic competition to strategic activities, to
arts and crafts and creative writing. Your membership is
only $30.00 per year, benefits are endless. Not only will
you enhance your physical and mental health, you’ll also
qualify for the Alberta 55 Plus Games. So hurry, join today.
Visit our website www.alberta55plus.ca
Let your Executives and Board members know if you think
this might work to recruit more new members.
Articles submitted by,
Marshall Yaremcio
(unless otherwise noted)
Edmonton Marigold 55 plus
Recreation – Ice Curling Event
The Zone 6 Ice Curling will be held on November 17 and 18 at the Shamrock Curling Club
(9330 – 80 Ave). This will represent the Zone playoff for the 2013 Winter Games in the age
categories of: 55+, 65+, 70+ Men’s; 55+ Women’s; and 55+ and 70+ Mixed.
We are also happy to announce that in conjunction with this event, we are hosting a 55+
Stick Curling and 65+ Women’s event, open to all Alberta 55 plus members across the
province! These events will be for fun, with all teams assured 4 games. There are cash
prizes available, with free coffee, lunches and a banquet ($20) as well.
For further information, contact Clare Radis, Curling Coordinator,
at 780-430-7594 or clare.radis@shaw.ca

ZONE 6 Edmonton Marigold 55 plus
Zone 6 Hockey
Hockey will be offered in four age categories; 55+; 60+; 65+; and 70+. Zone Six
[Edmonton Marigold] will enter teams in each age category. The Edmonton Vintage
Hockey Association has indicated that they will enter a team in each age category.
Individual players wishing to participate must either join a team or form a team to
challenge for the right to represent Zone Six in the Calgary Provincial Games.
Ice times for play offs are tentatively set [Kinsmen Arena, 1979 – 111 St] as follows:
Tues. Dec. 11, and Thurs. Dec 13, [2012] – for age categories 55+ and 60+.
Tues. Dec 18, and Thurs. Dec. 20, [2012] – for age categories 65+ and 70+.
Note:
1. All players must be current members [2012]; Alberta 55 plus, zone Six
2. All team registrations are required one week prior to the play off date
for your age category.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Gord Severin, Zone 6 Hockey Coordinator
Phone: 780-430-6827 or email: gordseverin@hotmail.com
Wally Hawryschuk Zone 6 Assistant Hockey Coordinator
Phone: 780-437-1098 or email wlhawk@telus.net
Cross Country Skiing
Zone 6 is looking for cross country skiers to compete in our Zone Winter
Playoffs to be held December 15 or 22.
The playoffs will be held at Strathcona Wilderness Park, snow conditions
permitting. However, if the worst severity, playoffs will be held at Gold
Bar Park. We are hoping again to run the event with Zone 5 and 7.
Winners will go to Host City Calgary and race at the Canmore Nordic Centre.
I would like to see all age groups.
Please call or email Marshall Yaremcio
(780) 434-1754 or marshmy@telusplanet.net
Military Whist
The Mary Hogg Military Whist Tournament
will be held September 21, 2012
at the Calder Centre in Edmonton.
This event is open to all Zones.
For more information on this
special day, contact Helen Conrad
at 780-452-4221 or Delores Heck
at 780-475-6470.
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ZONE 7 The Lakeland
President’s Message
Greetings to everyone.
I have taken the job of President for Zone 7.
Anyone living anywhere in Zone 7 cannot
say there is nothing to do. There are all types
of Challenges and Fun Days throughout the
year. A bowling tournament in Cold Lake
turned out great, Fort McMurray is a far outpost
to all our clubs. They invited us to a Fun Day,
so we gather a bus load of participants from
all over Zone 7 to travel the distance to Fort
McMurray. We had a wonderful time including
a great Banquet.
We just had a Fun Day at Vilna with three
activities: Cribbage, Bocce and Military Whist.
We had a great turnout and everyone had a
great time.
In August we will be holding our Mini Games
in Lac La Biche. I am sure we well have another
great turnout again for these games as always.
That is what we call Seniors in action.
I feel very proud of the Board we have to
work with here in Zone 7
Joe Ibach,
Zone 7 President
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Zone 7 Fall Article
Well it seems like only yesterday I was sitting here in
front of my keyboard knocking out a spring article now
it’s time to do a fall issue article. First let me made a few
corrections from my spring article: under the article on
Second Vice Victor Ouellette it should have read “Victor
and Colleen”, not “Joe and Colleen were off to the
Canada Games.” Sorry Vic and Colleen. Under 2012
Board picture it should have been “Susan Nay”, not
“Susan May.”
In the past few months Zone 7 has been keeping it
members very busy, as our President noted no one
should ever say they are bored with nothing to do.
We tried a few new things this year to help keep our
members happy, with Cold Lake hosting a bowling
tournament on the 18th of April. They had teams from
all over Zone 7. We also had a Fun Day Bus trip to Fort
McMurray on 16th - 18th of May with 28 members
going on this trip. From all reports they all had a lot of
fun. Here are a few pictures of this trip (all taken by
Odette Misiewich):
Group picture of members on Fort McMurray Fun Day trip.
Willie & Marj
Osinchuk on
tour bus for
Fort McMurray.

ZONE 7 The Lakeland
Frank, Willie, Eva
and a Fort McMurray
member playing 45’s.
How do you make
seniors happy?
Feed them!
Pauline & Joe Ibach
in the Senior Center in
Fort McMurray.
Peter has found
another card game
to have fun with.
Live entertainment
at the Fort McMurray
Senior Centre Fun Day.
Corrections
Our apologies to Zenovia Keryluk, of Zone 7,
whose name was spelled incorrectly on page 29
of the Spring 2012 edition.
The Ladies from Fort McMurray Senior Centre Our Hosts
taking a little break.
Dancing to the
live band after
supper at the
Senior Centre.
After three days of fun it was back on the bus for the
return trip home. Everyone I have talked to are looking
forward to the next trip to Fort McMurray.
Our next event was a Fun Day in Vilna. There was a
very good turnout to this event. They had Cribbage,
Bocce & Military Whist. Sorry no pictures on this event.
By the time you get to read this article Zone 7 would
have held the following events: A Fun Day in Elk Point
with a golf tournament, and the big event for the summer
will be Zone 7’s Mini Games in Lac La Biche. As you can
see we in Lakeland Senior Games Association Zone 7 are
keeping busy and happy with something for everyone.
As many of you know I have had a health problem
and have not been able to get out to many of the events.
I would like to take this
opportunity to thank all those
who keep me informed and
send in photos so I could
complete this article.
Submitted by,
Donald R. Dale,
Publicity Director Zone 7
***We regret to inform our members that Donald Dale
lost his fight with cancer on August 19th after writing this
last article. He will be truly missed.***
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ZONE 8 Mighty Peace Sports and Recreation
Strengthening the Member Pool
What it’s all about!
Everyone knows we don’t get better with age, well,
everyone but me. I always wanted to hit the golf ball a
long ways and now, thanks to age, I hit the ball out of
sight with every club, sometimes even my putter.
Thank the lord for Alberta 55 plus. It gives us a somewhat
level playing field to continue on playing. But then again
maybe it’s not the lord that gave us Alberta 55 plus. If that
is the case, who gave us Alberta 55 plus, and if we do find
that person how do we ensure that it stays a viable entity
and we continue to play on that level playing field? It took
awhile but I did figure it out. I – we are responsible for
Alberta 55 plus continuing, flourishing and expanding.
We make it happen.
Zone 8 has 2 big initiatives going to strengthen and
increase our member pool. Our Challenge Cups continue
to give our members things to do in the off games year.
Our Zone Fun Day continues to get bigger and better.
This year, Mary Sutherland, our Grande Prairie Area
representative, is planning an awesome day for our zone
on August 18. Members will come from all regions of
our zone to participate. Members get a chance to try
pickle ball, floor shuffleboard bocce and many more
Alberta 55+ events.
Our new initiative is to target area travel. Our zone will
implement a Zone 8 Passport. The passport will have
boxes for all our areas. As our members travel to different
areas to participate in Challenge Cups, their passports
will be stamped with a symbol of the area they are now
in. Should a member have 5 of the 9 stamped he or she
will be eligible for a prize drawn at our zone AGM. Each
area will have a prize so there will be 9 prizes to be drawn.
We added a little twist to the passport by including a bonus
box. Should you bring a new member to a Challenge Cup
Event, your passport will be stamped in the bonus area
and should your name be drawn for an area prize, you
will also get a bonus prize. You must personally put your
stamped passport into the draw box at the AGM and you
must be in attendance, at the AGM, to collect you prize.
Faust Floor Shufleboard 2012
Zone 8 realizes that we are responsible for putting members
into the seats and we are on a mission to do just that.
George Dashkewytch,
Zone 8 President

ZONE 8 Mighty Peace Sports and Recreation
Zone 8 well represented at the 2012 Canada Games!
Seventeen strong (and their significant others in many
cases) are making the trek from northern Alberta to Cape
Breton, Nova Scotia, to represent Alberta at the 2012
Canada Games at the end of August. Many will extend
the trip to make a family holiday out of this opportunity
to visit this beautiful part of Canada (and perhaps some
places along the way as well for those driving out!).The
talented group includes ice curlers, runners, swimmers,
cribbage players, bowlers and golfers (and more!), proving
once again that Zone 8 ‘can do’! Some of the participants
are making their first appearance at the Canada Games,
while others are long-time attenders, returning to once
again enjoy the camaraderie and sportsmanship of these
games and renewing friendships made over the years
from across Canada. Making Zone 8 proud are: Dorothy
Calvert, Velvet Davies, Leo Dawson, Merlin Estabrooks,
Norma Estabrooks, Keith Fraser, Lloyd Gauthier, Mary-
Helen Hopkins, Darlene Isley, Juanita Knight, Joe Larsback,
Joyce McRoberts, Josephine Salmond, Betty Sinclair,
Dorothy Sudnik, Dorothy Tetreau and Floris White. All in
training over the summer, we’re sure - we’re rooting for
them and wish them good luck (and good weather!).
Challenge Cups
Challenge Cups have continued to be a popular activity
during the winter and spring, even though attendance has
dropped off some with the warmer weather. Floor Curling
in Faust, Floor Shuffleboard in Fairview and 5-Pin Bowling
in Enilda are just a sampling of the activities enjoyed
around the zone!
Mighty Peace 50 plus Activity Fun Day
By the time you are reading this, we will have hosted our
3rd Annual Activity Fun Day on August 18, 2012. Last year
the event was hosted in Wanham, and the very first
Activity Fun Day was hosted in Faust; this year the event
will be held Grande Prairie. We’re trying different locations
to give everyone an opportunity to see Zone 8!
We planned this event in partnership with the Grande
Prairie Golden Age Centre as well as Grande Prairie
Regional College. The Golden Age Centre will be the
home base, hosting most of the events either in the
centre itself or on the grounds (the centre borders on
Muskoseepi Park, so lots of open spaces). Pickle Ball
will be hosted in the gym at Grande Prairie Regional
College. Pickle Ball is relatively new to Grande Prairie,
although there are a few people around town trying to
get it going – we hope this opportunity will give it a boost.
We’re looking for a record-breaking turn-out this year!
Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting of the Mighty Peace
Sport and Recreation Association will be held on Saturday,
September 8, 2012 at the Grande Prairie Golden Age
Centre, beginning at 11 a.m. (a lunch will be served!).
Proposed by-law changes will be emailed out to members
for an opportunity for review before the meeting.
Come on out and bring a friend or two!
Zone 8 In Pictures
The Alberta 55 plus
20 1 Winter Games
Gold Medal Ice Curling
team of Betty Sinclair,
Velvet Davies, Darlene
Isley and Dorothy
Tetrault will represent
our province at the
2012 Canada 55 plus
Games.
Juanita Knight will swim for Alberta
once again in Sydney, NS, site of the
2012 Canada 55 Plus Games.
Shown with the
coveted Challenge
Cup won at the Floor
Curling tournament
in Faust on June 23
is the winning team
of Lawrence Bittman,
Yvonne Giroux,
Alicemary Olansky
and Polly Stafford.
Joe Larsback will run for Alberta
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The Greatest Wealth
is Health
Zone Playoff Dates
Dates and Locations are subject to change. Please visit www.alberta55plus.ca for
the most up-to-date schedules, or call the contact person listed to confirm.

ALPINE SKIING • ZONE PLAYOFF DATES
EVENTS: 55+, 65+, 70+, 75+, 80+ Men’s and Women’s Slalom
• • Extra Medal Events: 55+, 60+, 65+, 70+, 75+ (Giant Slalom)
(at Calgary Games) 55+ Men’s and Women’s Time Predicted
ADVANCING: 1 person/event (10 participants)
ZONE DATE LOCATION CONTACT
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
2013 ALBERTA 55 PLUS WINTER GAMES / GALGARY / FEB 13 - 16
TBA TBA
Dec. 31
TBA
January 3
10:30am
January 6
January
TBA
TBA Dec. 31
Nakiska Dec. 27
TBA
If Necessary
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE
January 6
Snow Valley, Edmonton
(combined with
Zone 5 & 6)
Dec. 30
Snow Valley
(combind with
Zone 4 & 6)
Dec. 30
Snow Valley
January 6 (combind with
Zone 4, 5, & 6)
Dec. 30
January 6
11:00am
Jan. 4
Grande Prairie Jan. 2
Maynard Roelofs
403-327-5424
marlene.roelofs@aecom.com
Gary Hunt
403-678-4932
Derald Smith
403-239-0255
dgsmit@ucalgary.ca
Rosella Snopek
780-608-1391
rfsnopek@telus.net
Leona Logie
780-467-2558
llogie@shaw.ca
Larry Comfort
780-444-4917
lecomfort@shaw.ca
Eva Podlosky
780-645-3531
epodlo1@telus.net
Al Bromling
780-882-7671
abromling@gmail.com
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ZONE DATE LOCATION CONTACT
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
2013 ALBERTA 55 PLUS WINTER GAMES / GALGARY / FEB 13 - 16
BADMINTON • ZONE PLAYOFF DATES
EVENTS: 55+, 65+, 75+, 80+ Doubles – Men’s and Women’s
••Extra Medal Events: 55+, 65+, 75+, 80+ Mixed Doubles
(at Calgary Games)
ADVANCING: 2 teams per age category (8M, 8W per zone)
November 15
10:00am
November 16
4:30pm
January 4
2:00pm
November 19
7:00pm
December 1
November 3
TBA
December 15
1:00pm
LSCO
500-11 Street S,
Lethbridge
Spray Lake Sawmills
Family Sport Centre,
Cochrane
Glencoe Club
Camrose Composite
High School
6205 - 48 Ave
Guthrie School
Lancaster Park
W. P. Wagner School
Vermillion Senior
Centre
Grande Prairie
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE
Nov. 8
Nov. 2
Dec. 28
Nov. 12
Nov. 24
Oct. 27
Jan. 4
Dec. 12
Ron Kincade
403-524-0929
ropakin@shaw.ca
Doug Campbell
403-932-6866
dec@cabsi.ca
Ken Parent
403-247-5097
kjparent71@telus.net
Rosella Snopek
780-608-1391
rfsnopek@telus.net
Leona Logie
780-467-2558
llogie@shaw.ca
Jimmy Choo
780-456-5405
Marjorie Osinchuk
780-853-2154
marj07@telus.net
Mary Sutherland
780-766-2525
marys1943@gmail.com

ZONE DATE LOCATION CONTACT
1
2
3
4
4
5
6
7
8
2013 ALBERTA 55 PLUS WINTER GAMES / GALGARY / FEB 13 - 16
5 PIN BOWLING • ZONE PLAYOFF DATES
EVENTS: 55+, 70+ Mixed teams of 4 (POA)
55+, 65+, 75+Men’s & Women’s singles (scratch)
ADVANCING: POA – 1 team per category; Scratch – 1 person / category
(14 participants total)
Panorama Lanes
November 3 Oct 29
Medicine Hat
November 18
POA - 10:00am
Singles - 2:00pm
Novembe 23
10:00am
November 3
10:00am
November 18
10:00am
December 7
January 4
November 13
12:00pm
November 24
11:00am
Shamrock Lanes
Airdrie
Deerfott Mall
Heartland Bowl
4601-59 Street
Stettler
Leisure Lanes
4812 - 50 Street
Ponoka
St. Albert Bowling
Lanes
Bronx Bowling
Alley
Bonnyville Spare
TimeRec
4224-50 Ave
Fairview
REGISTER BY:
Nov. 4
Nov. 19
Oct. 28
Nov. 13
Dec. 1
Dec. 28
Nov. 7
Nov. 21
Linda Fiddler
403-580-5500
lf5500@telus.net
Brian Wood
403-272-1338
woodbht@shaw.ca
Yvonne Armstrong
403-274-6720
armstby@shaw.ca
Fern Borgel
403-742-3094
fmborgel@telus.net
Dennis Ensminger
403-783-6156
dennis@ensminger.ca
Vi Oko
780-459-8013
voko@interbaun.com
Mike Dolynny
780-457-5063
mikedoly@telus.net
Odette Misiewich
780-645-5443
wmodette@telus.net
Ken Allen
780-835-2695
unchagalanes@hotmail.ca
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ZONE DATE LOCATION CONTACT
1 November 13 Cardston
Nov. 7
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
2013 ALBERTA 55 PLUS WINTER GAMES / GALGARY / FEB 13 - 16
CARPET BOWLING • ZONE PLAYOFF DATES
EVENTS: 55+, 70+ Open teams of 4
ADVANCING: 1 Team / Category (8 participants)
December 1
10:00am
November 15
10:00am
November 6
10:00am
November 8
December 8
9:00am
November 20
1:00pm
November 3
10:00am
Sundre West County
Centre
Greater Forest Lawn
Seniors Centre
Royal Canadian Legion
281- Bremner Ave,
Red deer
Westlock Seniors Drop
In Centre
SEESA
St. Paul
Senios Citizens Club
Faust
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE
Nov. 17
Nov. 8
Oct. 29
Nov. 1
Desc. 1
Nov. 16
Oct. 31
Ted MacKenzie
403-653-2336
memmac@telusplanet.net
Adeline Fedyk
403-637-2399
alfedyk@xplornet.ca
Halvor Mork
403-273-3089
Roz Aebig
403-887-3094
bogeyroz@gmail.com
Nancy Thomas
780-349-4380
gnthomas@telusplanet.net
Louise Libich
780-466-4890
lrlibich@shaw.ca
Eva Podlosky
780-645-3531
epodlo1@telus.net
Viney Sloan
780-751-2271

ZONE DATE LOCATION CONTACT
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
2013 ALBERTA 55 PLUS WINTER GAMES / GALGARY / FEB 13 - 16
CROSS COUNTRY SKIING • ZONE PLAYOFF DATES
EVENTS: 55+, 60+, 65+, 70+, 75+ Men’s (8km/15km)
55+, 60+, 65+, 70+ Women’s (5km/10km)
ADVANCING: 1 person / category (9 participants)
TBA TBA
Dec. 31
January 2, 3, or 4
(TBD)
11:00am
January 4
11:00am
December 8
10:00am
December 15
(tentative)
December 15
(tentative)
TBA
January 6
2:00pm
Canmore Nordic Centre Dec. 31
Canmore Nordic Centre
Camrose Nordic Centre
5230 – 39 Ave
Strathcona Wilderness
Centre
(combined with Zone 6)
Strathcona Wilderness
Centre
(combined with Zone 6)
Vermilion
Grande Prairie
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE
Dec. 31
Dec. 1
Dec. 8
Dec. 8
Jan. 4
Jan. 2
Maynard Roelofs
403-327-5424
marlene.roelofs@aecom.com
Garry Hunt
403-678-4932
Roy Thomson
403-288-3186
rthomson@gmx.net
Rosella Snopek
780-608-1391
rfsnopek@telus.net
Leona Logie
780-467-2558
llogie@shaw.ca
Marshall Yaremcio
780-434-1754
marshmy@telusplanet.net
Marjorie Osinchuk
780-853-2154
marj07@telus.net
Al Bromling
780-882-7671
abromling@gmail.com
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ZONE DATE LOCATION CONTACT
Nord-Bridge Seniors,
1 November 28 1904 – 13 Ave N
Lethbridge
Nov. 21
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
2013 ALBERTA 55 PLUS WINTER GAMES / GALGARY / FEB 13 - 16
EVENTS: 55+, 70+ Men’s and Women’s Singles
• • Extra Medal Events: 55+Men’s and Women’s Doubles
(at Calgary Games)
ADVANCING: 1 person/category (4 participants)
November 16
10:00am
November 25
1:00pm
November 21
1:00pm
November 3
November 24
November 14
10:00am
November 17
1:00pm
DARTS • ZONE PLAYOFF DATES
Spray Lake Sawmills Family
Sport Centre,
Cochrane
Forest Lawn Legion
Bashaw Happy Gang
Centre
Fort Saskatchewan
Seniors Centre
Kingsway Legion
(Manning & 50 Street)
Wainwright Senior
Centre
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE
Nov. 2
Nov. 18
Nov. 14
October 27
Nov. 17
Nov. 5
Fairview Nov. 14
Ken Bobinec
403-327-7949
Doug Campbell
403-932-6866
dec@cabsi.ca
Doug Kyle
403-255-7932
dougalugadonut@shaw.ca
Rosella Snopek
780-608-1391
rfsnopek@telus.net
Joan Penney
780-997-0236
jepenney@shaw.ca
Eleanor & LeRoy MacIntosh
780-478-7435
themacs12@shaw.ca
Eva Podlosky
780-645-3531
epodlo1@telus.net
Liz Hammerschmidt
780-835-5172
izzie31@telus.net

2013 ALBERTA 55 PLUS WINTER GAMES / GALGARY / FEB 13 - 16
ZONE DATE LOCATION CONTACT
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
DUPLICATE BRIDGE• ZONE PLAYOFF DATES
November 7
10:00 am
December 8
10:00am
December 8
10:00am
November 24
10:00am
November 24
December 4
9:30am
November 21
10:00am
December 15
1:00pm
EVENTS: 55+ Open
ADVANCING: 2 Pairs / Zone (4 participants)
Brooks
Oct. 31
Airdrie Over 50 Club Nov. 24
Thornview Seniors
Red Deer Bridge Club
(16, 5579 – 47 Street
Sherwood Park 55+
Club
Central Lions Senior
Recreation Centre
(11113 – 113 St NW)
Vermilion Senior
Centre
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE
Must register
Dec. 1 – Dec. 7
Nov. 17
Nov. 17
Nov. 27
Nov. 27
Grande Prairie Dec. 12
Ken Tooke
403-362-4377
laurelquiltz@gmail.com
Brian Wood
403-272-1338
woodbht@shaw.ca
John Gilchrist
403-272-7958
not4you@telus.net
Paul Bill
403-342-0093
pfbill@telusplanet.net
Leona Logie
780-467-2558
llogie@shaw.ca
Don & Louise Holtom
780-475-8252
dlholtom@shaw.ca
Marjorie Osinchuk
780-853-2145
marj07@telus.net
Mary Sutherland
780-766-2525
marys1943@gmail.com
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ZONE DATE LOCATION CONTACT
1 November 17 Claresholm
Nov. 10
2
3
4
November 4
1:00pm
December 4
10:00am
November 10
10:00am
Wetaskiwin Senior
Centre
5216 – 54 Street
Oct. 21
Nov. 27
Nov. 3
5 December 2
Stony Plain Legion Nov. 25
6
7
8
2013 ALBERTA 55 PLUS WINTER GAMES / GALGARY / FEB 13 - 16
EUCHRE • ZONE PLAYOFF DATES
November 16
10:00am
November 15
10:00am
November 10
11:00am
EVENTS: 55+ Open Pairs
ADVANCING: 2 Pairs / Zone (4 participants)
Lakeside Golf Club,
Chestermere
Thornview Seniors
Calder Seniors Centre
Vermilion Senior
Centre
Peace River
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE
Nov. 9
Nov. 9
Nov. 7
Ray Brisson
403-468-0055
Brian Wood
403-272-1338
woodbht@shaw.ca
Analda Hamelin
403-383-1282
anagin12@hotmail.com
Caroline Anker
780-352-3541
capes@eastlink.ca
Darlene Hunneman
780-968-1665
June Loughridge
780-963-1788
Lyle & Evelyn Waun
780-475-2166
ewaun@shaw.ca
Mildred Rokos
780-663-3853
Mary Markley
780-624-4615

EVENTS: 55+, 60+, 65+, 70+
Teams up to 18 persons and Individual Entries accepted
Individuals will be placed by Host Community
Goaltenders may 5 years younger than age category (must be 55)
ADVANCING: 1 Team / Age Category (72 participants)
ZONE DATE LOCATION CONTACT
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
2013 ALBERTA 55 PLUS WINTER GAMES / GALGARY / FEB 13 - 16
HOCKEY • ZONE PLAYOFF DATES
TBD TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
December 10
11:45am
January 5 & 6
Dec 11 & 13
(55+ and 60+)
Dec. 18 & 20
(65+ and 70+)
TBD
December 29
TBD Dec. 31 8
Calgary
Penhold Arena
#1 Waskasoo Ave
Range Road 280
TBA
(Hockey Roster submission
by December 10)
Kinsman Arena
(1979 - 111 Street NW)
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE
TBD
Dec. 3
Dec. 10
One week prior
If Necessary Jan. 4
Grande Prairie
Dec. 26
Maynard Roelofs
403-327-5424
marlene.roelofs@aecom.com
Alf Cadman
403-556-3123
cadmana@telus.net
Doug Kyle
403-255-7932
dougalugadonut@shaw.ca
Paul Bill
403-342-0093
pfbill@telusplanet.net
Vi Oko
780-459-8013
voko@interbaun.com
Gordon Severin
780-430-6827
gordseverin@hotmail.com
Eva Podlosky
780-645-3531
epodlo1@telus.net
Wayne Davies
780-532-6689
vwdavi@xplornet.com
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2013 ALBERTA 55 PLUS WINTER GAMES / GALGARY / FEB 13 - 16
1
2
ICE CURLING • ZONE PLAYOFF DATES
EVENTS: 55+, 65+, 70+ Men’s / 55+ Women’s / 55+, 70+ Mixed (2M/2W)
ADVANCING: 1 Team / Age Category (24 participants)
ZONE DATE LOCATION CONTACT
3
4
November 16
10:00am
January 3 & 4
9:00am
December 1
10:00am
Michener Curling Club
3910 – 51A Street,
Red Deer
Nov. 7
Nov. 2
Dec. 12
Nov. 24
5 January 5 & 6 Barrhead Curling Club Dec. 30
6
Nov. 10
7 December 8 & 9 St. Paul Curling Rink
Dec. 3
8
November
14 & 15
November
17 & 18
January 5
10:00am
Vulcan
Cochrane Curling Club
Calgary Winter Club
Shamrock Curling Club
Grande Prairie
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE
Nov. 7
Al Jackson
403-485-2021
adjckson@telusplanet.net
Doug Campbell
403-932-6866
dec@cabsi.ca
Jim Thomas
403-274-3369
Roz Aebig
403-887-3094
bogeyroz@gmail.com
Bessie Stevens
780-584-2536
Al Shipton
780-5674-2348
Clare Radis
780-430-7594
clare.radis@shaw.ca
Eva Podlosky
780-645-3531
epodlo1@telus.net
Yolande Rouleau
780-539-9707
golfat70@telus.net

ZONE DATE LOCATION CONTACT
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2
3
4
5
6
7
2013 ALBERTA 55 PLUS WINTER GAMES / GALGARY / FEB 13 - 16
POOL – SNOOKER • ZONE PLAYOFF DATES
EVENTS: 55+, Open Singles
ADVANCING: 1 Person / Age Category (2 participants)
November 22 & 23 Cardston
Nov. 15
TBA
November 16
10:30am
November 10
10:00am
January 5 & 6
November 21
9:00am
November 15
10:00am
TBA TBA
Thornview Seniors
Wetaskiwin Senior
Centre
5216 – 54 Street
Nov. 9
Nov. 3
Barrhead Legion Dec. 30
Central Lions
Vermilion Senior
Centre
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE
Nov. 14
Nov. 9
December 1
8 Rycroft
Nov. 28
11:00am
Ted MacKenzie
403-653-2336
memmac@telusplanet.net
Brian Wood
403-272-1338
woodbht@shaw.ca
Sid Aker
403-273-9282
Caroline Anker
780-352-3541
capes@eastlink.ca
Bessie Stevens
780-584-2536
Walter Mollenkoph
780-469-0844
waltmoll@telus.net
Marjorie Osinchuk
780-853-2145
marj07@telus.net
Jerry Basisty
780-765-2197
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ZONE DATE LOCATION CONTACT
LSCO
1 November 19 (500 – 11 Street S)
Lethbridge
Nov. 12
2
3
4
November 17
10:00am
November 17
2:30pm
November 1
10:00am
Jolly Senior Centre
(5119 – 50 Ave)
Mirror
Nov. 3
Nov. 10
Oct. 27
5 November 20
Stony Plain Nov. 13
6
7
8
2013 ALBERTA 55 PLUS WINTER GAMES / GALGARY / FEB 13 - 16
SCRABBLE • ZONE PLAYOFF DATES
EVENTS: 55+, 70+ Open Singles
ADVANCING: 1 Person / Age Category (2 participants)
December 11
9:00am
November 19
10:00am
December 1
1:00pm
Spray Lake Sawmills
Family Sport Centre,
Cochrane
West Hillhurst
Central Lions
St. Paul
Senior Citizens Club
Rycroft
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE
Dec. 4
Nov. 15
Nov. 28
Barbara Bond
403-381-0864
Claudette Geals
403-932-3504
claudette.geals@shaw.ca
M.J. Macleod
403-461-4244
mjmac@nucleus.com
Lisa Hawksworth
403-788-3890
elisah@xplornet.ca
Millie Anderson
780-962-3313
Clint Sopchyshyn
780-434-7133
Eva Podlosky
780-645-3531
epodlo1@telus.net
Jerry Basisty
780-765-2197

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2
3
2013 ALBERTA 55 PLUS WINTER GAMES / GALGARY / FEB 13 - 16
TABLE SHUFFLEBOARD • ZONE PLAYOFF DATES
EVENTS: 55+, 70+ Open Doubles
ADVANCING: 1 Team / Age Category (4 participants)
ZONE DATE LOCATION CONTACT
4
November 3
10:00am
November 24
10:00am
November 21
10:00am
Nov. 28
Oct. 20
Nov. 17
Nov. 14
5 November 6
Evansburg Legion Oct. 31
6
December 4 & 5
November 15
10:00am
Nov. 8
November 14
Wainwright Senior
7 Nov. 5
1:00pm
Centre
8
December 8
11:00am
Nord-Bridge Seniors,
1904 – 13 Ave N
Lethbridge
Airdrie Over 50 Club
Forest Lawn Legion
Bashaw Happy Gang
Centre
Calder Seniors Centre
Berwyn
REGISTRATION
DEADLINE
Dec. 5
Clay Olsen
403-381-4919
candl@shaw.ca
Brian Wood
403-272-1338
woodbht@shaw.ca
Betty Simison
403-230-4326
b_simison@shaw.ca
Rosella Snopek
780-608-1391
rfsnopek@telus.net
Joyce Goerz
780-339-2412
Frank Fowler
780-542-5154
Carol Sievers
780 476-0225
teetea@telusplanet.net
Eva Podlosky
780-645-3531
epodlo1@telus.net
June Bagan
780-338-3177
june.bagan@yahoo.com
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Your Alberta 55 plus
Board of Directors
President – Pat Covington
Past President – Keith Moore
VP North – Leona Logie
VP South – Mel Cottle
Secretary – Rosella Snopek
Treasurer – David Johnston
Technical Director North
Mary Zabolotniuk (780.523.6355)
Technical Director South
Caroline Anker (780.352.3541)
President Zone 1
Mike Bennett (403.381.0495)
Acting President Zone 2
Doug Campbell (403.932.6866)
President Zone 3
Dan Guglielmin (403.289.0352)
President Zone 4
Roz Aebig (403.887.3094)
President Zone 5
Darlene Hunneman (780.968.1665)
Vice President Zone 6
Marshall Yaremcio (780.434.1754)
President Zone 7
Joe Ibach (780.636.2243)
President Zone 8
George Dashkewytch (780.355.3586)
Alberta 55 plus Office
Provincial Coordinator
Chad Monner (403.803.9852)
info@alberta55plus.ca
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Calgary, Alberta T2R 2K6
www.alberta55plus.ca
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