2011 Canada Games training day at Martock

I was the only volunteer on the bus. There was a grey sky hanging low over the Avon valley threatening rain. I learned the bus driver had worked for Metro Transit, geese sat in the pond by Oulton's Meats. The bus rattled down the road with Martock's runs looming to our left.

It was training day today at the site of the Halifax 2011 Canada Games biathlon venue. A relaxed atmosphere pervaded the place. I met my co-volunteers and had an easy day to learn the routine. We are the runners and we run hot drinks to the volunteers and officials at the venue.

Martock has done an amazing job getting the venue ready. The biathlon arena is impressive, dominated by the large snow-covered berm backing the targets. The venue is free for spectators and Martock is still selling lift passes for recreational skiers and snowboarders.

So, grab your toques, tie up your boots and come out for some fun.

Pictured above are, top, biathlete takes aim, centre, volunteers relax, bottom, members of the Nova Scotia Biathlon team.