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By Lieutenant (Navy) Petra Smith

MOOSE JAW, SASK – The Canadian Forces Snowbirds are celebrating their 35th anniversary season in 2005. Current and past members of 431 (Air Demonstration) Squadron are welcome to attend the 35th anniversary celebrations scheduled for October 13 to 16, at 15 Wing, Moose Jaw.

“This is an exciting year for the Snowbirds with the 35th Anniversary and the 2,000th show for the Team,” said Major Ian McLean, commanding officer and team lead, Canadian Forces Snowbirds. “We encourage all Snowbirds to join us in celebrating our Team’s history of professionalism, dedication and teamwork.”

The 35th anniversary weekend will include a meet and greet, the year-end Snowbird show, a hangar party, and the Red and White Ball. Squadron members wishing to attend must register by September 13.

“The Air Force is proud of the Snowbirds’ history of excellence and of their important role as ambassadors for the Canadian Forces and Canada,” said Lieutenant-General Steve Lucas, Chief of the Air Staff. “The 35th anniversary is a tribute to the legacy of all Snowbirds who have represented the men and women in uniform so honourably.”

The Snowbirds have performed in front of more than 116 million spectators across North America during their 35-year history. To the credit of the technicians, the Snowbirds have never missed a show due to mechanical problems.

The 35th anniversary season is dedicated to the memory of our friend and fellow Snowbird, Captain Miles Selby, who died December 10, 2004 during a training accident.

For more information or to register for the 35th anniversary weekend, please visit the 35th anniversary website at www.snowbirds35.com or contact Mrs. Marg Fowler, operations support administrator, at (306) 694-2431.

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