The annual Battle of the Sexes is back and the women have the jump out of the starting block, leading the men in the first few days of competition.
    The annual event is a great way to have fun and get a little exercise in the pool and in the gym.
    From February 1 to February 14, the competition takes place in the pool. Simply log your lengths when you head to the pool. Participants must swim a minimum of two lengths up to a maximum of 700.
    After that, the competition goes to the Badlands Community Facility. From February 15 to February 28, participants must complete a minimum seven laps (equaling 1km) of the running track, to a maximum of 350 laps, or 50km on the running track, or the cardio equipment of your choice.
    Participants who achieve and track the minimum distance will be entered into a draw for a combined Aquaplex and Badlands Community Facility pass. The name drawn from the winning sex will win a three-month pass, while the name drawn from the losing sex will win one month pass.
    You can watch the results in real time on www.dinosaurvalley.com/battle-of-the-sexes-challenge. The results will be updated daily. As of Monday, February 5, the women were leading with 250 lengths, to the men’s 120.

    Drumheller will have an opportunity to shine in front of Legion guests from across the province and beyond as the Drumheller branch begins planning for its 2019 convention and meetings.
    The Legion was successful in its bid to host the 2019 Alberta–NWT Command Biennial Convention from May 10-12, 2019.
    Command Past President, Bob Hannah, is working on organizing the local event. He says this is the first time Drumheller has hosted the conference.
    “We can expect roughly at least 300 Legion delegates, and probably 100-150 from the Lady’s Auxiliary,” he said, adding many will bring spouses or family, meaning it will be a busy weekend in the valley.
    There are often dignitaries and guests from Ottawa, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, BC, and the United States at the event.     
    There is the business component of the convention which includes Command meetings. There are also workshops and discussions on topics such as leadership, membership and poppy campaigns, as well as time to recreate. The Convention will be hosted at the Badlands Community Facility.
    Hannah hopes Drumheller will make an impression on the delegates.
    “This is something that may never happen again. This is something that can put Drumheller on the map, it is a good chance to showcase our Legion and showcase our town. I think Drumheller is a unique little town,” said Hannah. “There will be a lot of people who would never normally come here, so let’s show them what Drumheller is about.”  
    Hannah says there are many opportunities to volunteer to make the event a success. For more information or to volunteer, contact the Legion at 403-823-5611 or Hannah at 403-823-3881.