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Lack of snow forces change to Carnival’s snow sculpture event
The mild weather has led to a major change with the Vernon Winter Carnival’s snow sculpture competition this weekend.
Organizers say the large snow blocks that the teams normally use are not feasible as there is not enough snow at Silver Star Mountain.
“In honouring the high level of sculpting and artistry that the sculpture competition offers, we have made the tough decision to change direction. We will be carving a series of ice-carvings done by Carvewel Creations throughout the village,” a news release from Carnival executive director Kris Fuller said.
There will be 10 (updated figure) carvings, done in Carnival’s games theme, in the resort village from Feb. 2-4. The carvings will also pay tribute to the sponsors: The Cooperators Insurance, The Arts Council of the North Okanagan, Tekmar, TMS:Transition Marketing Services and Vernon Winter Carnival.