Out of the Closet, You Dummies.

This Sunday, March 4, Dummies flood the slopes climbing out from their hiding spots in closets through out Fernie. (I know, I know, George Bush is the exception, he’s out already)

With the 24th annual running (sliding) of the Dummy Downhill, every Dummy is given an equal chance to excel. To Run with the Bulls, as it were. To drop into the course and demonstrate decisively to everyone who possesses the best chops and potentially take home the coveted top prize as the Dummy of the Day. To fly like an eagle off the jump. To land like a cat and continue effortlessly to the finish before careening out of control into the gathered throng at the bottom.

Or not.

Now if this doesn’t pull your closeted Dummies out, nothing will. If they’re not interested, let them rot in the dark and damp confines of the closet. They will remain that much less than a Real Dummy.

But, don’t let it slide by. Talk to the Dummy in your life. Help them onto a pair of skis, or a snowboard (with a stabilizing outrigger). Dress them appropriately. In costume, preferably with a recognizable character (Political Dummies are always good bets) and let the good times roll. Or slide, as it were.

Remember, this ain’t Rocket Science. It’s for Dummies. Anyone can jump in and compete. You just have to be a Dummy.

Time and Place:

Fernie Alpine Resort (for the 24th year) Sunday March 4, 2007. Parade and weigh-in at 11:30. First Dummy drops into the DH course at 12:30. See the FAR web site for rules (not many) and entry fees (cheap).