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These reindeer and their
handlers, waited patiently in the near zero temperatures for the
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New this year to Heikinpaiva,
was the Lumijouksu (Snow Run), which started at the beginning of the
Parade, on Quincy St. It was hosted by the MTU Women's Track Team,
and was a 5K run. Wind chill temperatures were near 25 below zero at
race start. Also held this weekend was the Talvi Tohinat Cross
Country Ski Races on the MTU Ski Trails. |
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The Hancock High School ROTC
Color Guard unit lead the parade. |
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A number of costumes appeared
this year, in most cases, the more the clothing, the more the
warmth. |
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The MTU Pep Band. |
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This unit was unidentified |
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A surprising number braved the
frigid conditions, to enjoy Heikinpaiva. |
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Some more Scandinavian costume
wear. |
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The Superior National Bank Ski
Team. |
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The Sons of Norway, and another
contingent of the MTU Pep Band. |
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Various arts and crafts were
presented at the Heikinpaiva Tori at the Finlandia Univ.
Finnish/American Center. |
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A woodcarver displays his
skills for a group wishing to learn the skill. |
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Souvenir sweatshirts were also
available. The Tori also is held in the adjacent First United
Methodist Church. |
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A large number of crafts
persons and vendors were on hand in the main hall. |
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Another view |
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Eagle Radio, acting as Master
of Ceremony, talks with one of the well dressed participants of the
Parade. |
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A mother pushes the Finnish
vintage sled for her two toddlers. |
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A popular activity, the wife
carry, as men attempt to carry their wives or significant others
around and through the obstacle course. Other events included the
whipsled, and boot throwing contests. |
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The Hankooki Heikki for 2008,
musician Oren Tikkanen (Calumet), in the traditional costume.
Hankooki Heikki presides over the Celebration events, and is
bestowed each year to a person who has made a significant effort in
promoting the Finnish culture in the Copper Country. |
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Saturday afternoon saw the
annual Polar Dive, a real challenge this year, with temperatures
near zero, and wind chills around minus 30 degrees out on the ice,
with light snow and blowing snow. Our thanks to the dive team that
kept things safe. This young lady made a colorful splash. |
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Our very cold participant tries
to warm up and dry off in the Ramada Inn immediately after. A very
hot sauna stay proceeds the immersion [ Photos: Roland Burgan ].. |
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