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    Kilted Nordic Skiing Event

    I was asked by some friends to do some piping at a kid's Nordic Ski event at a nearby ski area. It was in the upper 40's at my house, so why not? Up to of the mountain, though, it was in the low 20's, the wind was blowing in at 20 mph and it was foggy. My knees were quite cold. I was kitted out in my USA Kilts Earl of St. Andrews tartan, purchased at Rocky's closet sale last December (thanks, Rocky). The sorels kept my feet warm, fingerless gloves did what they could to ward of frostbite and I played 'Scotland the Brave' and 'Will Ye No Come Back Again' for the kids in the opening ceremonies. Those whistles and cowbells from Team Brazil never stood a chance next to me. Some pictures:

    http://i1053.photobucket.com/albums/...r/SAM_0488.jpg



    Team Scotland:


    Team Canada Stays Warm:


    Team Brazil Heading up the Hill:

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    Re: Kilted Nordic Skiing Event

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    Very nice!
    "Far an taine ‘n abhainn, ‘s ann as mò a fuaim."
    Where the stream is shallowest, it is noisiest.

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    Re: Kilted Nordic Skiing Event

    Brings back great memories of growing up in the Spokane area.
    I am Matty Ross of the Clan ROSS

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    Re: Kilted Nordic Skiing Event

    Looks fun...and a bit chilly too.

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    Re: Kilted Nordic Skiing Event

    Scotland Braves the Cold! Well done!
    KD

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    Re: Kilted Nordic Skiing Event

    Great pics.
    I am thinking your username is most apt, you would have been blue with cold piping on the mountain!
    Regional Director for Scotland for Clan Cunningham International, and a Scottish Armiger.

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    Re: Kilted Nordic Skiing Event

    WAY cool!!!

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    Re: Kilted Nordic Skiing Event

    Wow, Awesome! Were there a Norwegian team too?
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