Ultimate Happenings - Issue 290
January 19, 2004
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U L T I M A T E H A P P E N I N G S
Issue 290 - January 19, 2004
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OCUA - The largest ultimate league in the world!
(350 Summer teams and 4,300 members in 2003)
http://www.ocua.ca/
"In theory, there is no difference between theory and
practice. But, in practice, there is. " - Jan L.A. van de
Snepscheut
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CONTENTS:
- Election of the President
- Ottawa Ice Bowl III
- OCUA Volunteer Opportunities
- Social Circle Ottawa
- Rental Accommodations
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ELECTION OF THE PRESIDENT
From: Hollie Last, Secretary of OCUA Board of Directors
At the 15th meeting of the OCUA Board of Directors held 2004-
01-12, Directors elected Mr. Steve Ott as President until
2004-12-31 in a secret ballot process.
Mr. Ott has been involved with the Ottawa Carleton Ultimate
Association since 1989. Mr. Ott served on the OCUA Board of
Directors for several years and was re-elected for a two
year term in 2002. Mr. Ott replaces Mr. Ken Lange as
President.
Mr. Lange served as President of OCUA since 2000. Mr. Lange
was re-elected to the OCUA Board of Directors in 2003 and
will continue to serve as a Director until 2005.
The OCUA Board of Directors would like to acknowledge Mr.
Lange’s contributions to OCUA and thank him for his
dedication, leadership and tireless support of OCUA and
Ultimate in Ottawa.
The next election for President will occur in December,
2004. Further information can be found in the record from
the 15th meeting of the OCUA Board of Directors (to be
available shortly), or by contacting the Secretary of OCUA.
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OTTAWA ICE BOWL III
Charity Disc Golf Tournament
"No Wimps, No Whiners!"
24 Holes (featuring several new holes)
on the 24th of January, 2004
@ Jacques Cartier Park North, Gatineau
On behalf of the Ottawa Food Bank
Registration: Saturday, Jan. 24th, at noon
$25 entry fee + 1 or 2 full bags of food
A Charity Auction at The Honest Lawyer (141 George Street,
Ottawa) will follow the rounds of golf. Bonus Ice Bucks will
be awarded to those who bring bags of food to the
tournament, and even more Ice Bucks if you bring prize items
for the Charity Auction. All proceeds & food go to the
Ottawa Food Bank.
Three Divisions:
- Sub-Zero (for those who regularly shoot under par from the
blue tees)
- Above Freezing (for those who shoot above 0 from the blues)
- Ice Queens (the Women's Division)
Prizes: Trophy - Ice Bowl Discs - Tee Shirts - Golf Towels -
CDs - & more!
Charity Auction: DVD players, Koss Portable CD Players, RCA
Headset Radio, Wilson Titanium Squash Racquet, Citizen
Watch, T-Shirts, CDs, Gift Certificates & more!
Registration: Register for the tournament in person at the
Ultimate Disc Golf Store, located at CD Exchange, 142 Rideau
Street, Ottawa. Sign up early and get your choice of discs
with the Early Bird Player Packs (limited quantity) which
feature Ice Bowl logo discs (Aviars, Beasts, Eagles, &
Rocs), and an assortment of good stuff! Late registration
will be available at the tournament @ noon, Saturday,
January 24th.
Ask anyone who has attended one of our Ice Bowls - they are
a blast, and the Charity Auction prizes are great!
Tournament Info: Don Lane, 286-5233
Registration Info: Rob Wormald, 241-9876
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OCUA VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
OCUA is run by volunteers. Without the time put in by many
people, this league wouldn't exist. A couple hours of your
time, could make a huge difference. The following is a list
of current volunteer openings. Please refer to
http://www.ocua.ca/ocua/volunteer.html for details about
volunteer openings.
Current Volunteer Opportunities:
- Field Cell Volunteers
- Media Watchers
Please email volunteer@ocua.ca if you have any questions, or
if you are interested in helping out.
Thanks,
Julie Thompson
OCUA Volunteer Coordinator
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SOCIAL CIRCLE OTTAWA
Looking for a better way to meet people in Ottawa? Join
Social Circle Ottawa and meet people in a natural, relaxed
and fun environment that is suitable to your lifestyle. This
club has benefits for both singles and couples. It is a
fantastic way to expand your circle of friends, stay active,
and save money by taking advantage of the member discounts
offered throughout the city. Kick off Party January 31 - 8pm -
Capital Music Hall - 200 Rideau Street. Check out website
for details.
www.socialcircleottawa.com
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RENTAL ACCOMMODATIONS
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Available immediately or Feb. 1. Looking for a good humoured
cool roommate. I have a large, bright 2-bedr. apt. in a
house on a quiet street in the east end, close to #5 & #7
buses. Huge fully equipped kitchen, storage room, backyard
w/ deck, & laundry room with washer/dryer. Large living room
with amenities. Non-smokers only. Rent: $475/mnth, includes
heat, electr., cable, & parking! Apt. is fully furnished,
bedroom could be partially furnished. Well suited for a
co/op student, mature student, or young professional.
Contact Don, 286-5233, dlane@cwsa.ca
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Bright, spacious 2+ bedroom apartment for rent in West
Centretown! Available March 1st $990/month plus hydro Heat,
Parking, and Laundry Facilities included Georgina 233-8990
(evenings)
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