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Published February 16, 2012, 12:00 AM

PHOTO GALLERY: 'Vitalympics' 2012


The “Smoosh” Boarding event pitted five-member teams against each other in a race against the clock. It was one of eight events that were part of Saturday’s “Vitalympics” in New Richmond.

  • The “Smoosh” Boarding event pitted five-member teams against each other in a race against the clock. It was one of eight events that were part of Saturday’s “Vitalympics” in New Richmond.
  • The broomball skills relay was another of the events offered as part of the “Vitalympics.” Team members navigated the icy course and then handed off to a teammate.
  • Team members with the “Ice Cubes” team accept their first-place trophy from Dave Mehls (right), coordinator for Saturday’s “Vitalympics” held on the Starr Elementary field.
  • Teresa Kvam, captain of the Croix Crusiers team, accepts the last place trophy from Dave Mehls, coordinator for the “Vitalympics.”
  • Turkey bowling was a favorite among the Saturday participants. Frozen turkeys wrapped in duct tape were hurled toward bowling pins, and it turned out to be more difficult than people expected.
  • The annual Fire & Ice event hosted by Messes and Masterpieces was tied into together with the Vitalympics day. Ice painting and other events were held.
  • Frisbee golf was one of the eight challenges on the day.
  • The Frisbee toss was a challnge in the cold wind.
  • The Frisbee toss for distance and accuracy was a challenge in the cold wind.
  • Troy Boe tees off during the "snow" golf competition (without the snow).
  • Free horse rides were provided during the day.
  • The younger participants, and a couple of the older participants, enjoyed a sled ride with a horse.
  • Dave Mehls with the New Richmond Parks and Recreation Department coordinated the day's activities.