A local fundraiser that started in a snowy highway ditch has grown into an event that refuses to slow down, and now includes wheeled riders in the desert and local bowlers.
We follow the history of Yorkton’s Snowarama from a 1977 ride sparked by the pro wrestler "Whipper" Billy Watson to a multi‑chapter effort that supports SaskAbilities programs including Camp Easter Seal, the summer fun program, and adaptive technology services that enhance the lives of clients with various challenges.
Seven who built, grew and participated in Snowarama -- Barry Bradshaw, Alvin Law, Deana Strochein, Kenn Propp, Larry Hilworth, Tamara Kerluke-Holowatuik and Dean Bradshaw -- talk about why they did what they did, and most still do! Founders, fundraisers, and next‑gen riders share how Yorkton's Snowarama kept growing while those in Regina and Saskatoon didn't make it into this century.
Program of the first Snowarama (PDF) held March 5, 1977
Snowarama 2026 program (PDF)
Barry Bradshaw receives Easter Seals Canada Volunteer Award, 2020
Kenn Propp receives Easter Seals Canada Volunteer Award, 2022
Riding for Snowarama in Arizona
Yorkton This Week, Feb 14, 2022
Yorkton This Week, March 1, 2024
Yorkton Snowarama on SaskAbilities website
Three SaskAbilities programs benefit from the funds raised by Yorkton
Snowarama:
Alvin Law and Saskatchewan Roughrider great George Reed in Saskatoon, kicking off the 1976 Snowarama there.
Larry Hilworth and Rick Bilous, who started it all in 2022.
Jace was the top fundraiser for the first Bowlarama for Snowarama in 2023
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