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Noel Cockney – Inuvialuit Youth Athlete, Inuvik

Alyssa Carpenter –Inuvialuit Youth Athlete, Inuvik

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It feels rewarding to accompany the Canada Winter Games Torch down the Firth River, because not many people get to do it. And my grandfather use to travel the Firth River so I wanted to travel in his footsteps.”

“My favourite part was Big Bend Roller Coaster because the rapids were huge. I also like playing in our dry suits floating down Glacier Creek.”

Jeffrey Peter –Patrol Person, Vuntut National Park, Old Crow

“I only feared rafting when I was behind the oars because I wasn’t confident in my abilities. It helped that Mervin and Ryan were around and they were

Melinda Gillis –Heritage Communication Officer, Parks Canada, Inuvik

“I think the trip was a great experience for all of us. It was a great opportunity for us all to be part of the Canada Winter Games.”

Mervin Joe – Park Warden, Parks Canada, Inuvik

“I love rafting the Firth. It’s great every time. Don’t matter what the weather is, you just make the best of your day.”

Ryan Drummond –Park Warden, Parks Canada, Inuvik

“As a past participant of the winter games with Team Yukon, it’s great to play a role in the games…coming to Whitehorse and presenting these young athletes with a once in a lifetime opportunity to travel the Firth River.”

Lance Nukon – Patrol Person, Vuntut National Park, Old Crow

“ I feel honoured to be a part of the Canada Winter Games Torch Relay. It’s a great opportunity to experience a different park”.