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Snowball Throwing, Coca-Cola, and A Giveaway Too!

Lisa Martin84
If you purchase something after clicking on the links in this post, I’ll probably earn a few bucks from it. We aren’t talking enough for a mansion or yacht but more like chocolate and wine. And if I mention a product, I probably got a sample and possibly a cash payment. Remember that all Thoughts, Ideas, and Ramblings are 100% my own and may not represent your experience.

This giveaway is now over. The winners are valancia, Sharon Seneker, and Nanette Olson. Congrats!

Can you believe that the Olympics start in less than a week??!!??  Crazy, I know.  Even crazier?  It's suppose to snow here in Chicago for the next three days.  By the time it's over, we may have a foot of snow.  What's the best thing to do when you have so much snow?  Snowball Fights!!

Did you know that there is an International Federation of Snowball Throwing who would love to be part of the Olympics?  Until recently, me either!  If you think snowball throwing should be an official sport, please sign this petition!  This is something that is definitely taking off that even Coca-Cola is 100 percent behind this mission!

Ok, enough with the silliness (though do check out the petition and leave a comment if you like a good snowball fight).  I've arrange with the IFST and Coca-Cola a pretty cool giveaway.  3 (aff) of my lucky readers will win an official IFST t-shirt and a collector’s edition bottle set from the 2008 Beijing Olympics!  Here's what you need to do:

Head over to the IFST site and tell me something you learned (there is a whole post of Q&A about the sport.  For example, you can find out how to keep your hands warm).

Each of these gives you one additional entry:

1. Twitter about this contest. Please leave me your username so I can verify. Or use something like this:

Win an official IFST t-shirt and a collector’s edition bottle from Coca-Cola and @blm03! Enter here: http://mythoughtsideasandramblings.com/2010/02/08/snowball-throwing-coca-cola-and-a-giveaway-too/

2 (aff). Stumble this post and add this post to other social media sites like Digg, Kirtsy, Blogging Zoom, Reddit, Propeller, Etc. (1 entry for each social network).

3 (aff).  If you sign the petition, let me know in the comments below and I'll give you an extra entry.

Each of these gives you 5 additional entries:

1. Blog about this on your blog. Please give me the URL, so I can verify.

2 (aff). Add this to any forums you belong too. Please give me the URL, so I can verify.

3. Comment on another post on this blog. Let me know which one, so I can give you credit.

4. Subscribe to this blog using either my email or RSS feed

5. Add blm03 to any of your lists on Twitter.

6. Add my badge to your sidebar:

If this isn't working, please let me know. For some reason, WordPress seems to be eating the code up when I post.

This contest will end at Feb. 12th at noon CST! Good Luck!

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84 thoughts on “Snowball Throwing, Coca-Cola, and A Giveaway Too!”

  1. I really enjoyed the "Snowball Throwing" site…so funny! I learned, "No regulated playing fields. As I’ve said before, snow knows no boundaries and neither do snowball throwers." A direct quote from the expert and ace snowball athlete.

    Thank you for a fun site and a super giveaway! 🙂

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  2. If you haven’t gotten enough snow this winter to make quality snowballs or you’ve been kicking it at the beach, now you can invite your friends to join you for an online snowball fight. Are your friends busy hitting the slopes? Log on and compete with people from all over the world.

    If you are one of the lucky ones who have a backyard full of the snow, think of this as a competition simulator. Use this site to analyze the trajectory of your throws and play out your strategies prior to competition. Smart strategies equal more wins.

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  6. I learned that IFST’s official mission is to have snowball throwing recognized as a legitimate sport.

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  8. I learned that it's not a problem if you don't have snow. There is a Snowball throwing game at OpentheGames.com.

    Actually, when I taught school we had indoor snowball fights, sometimes with marshmallows(no eating) and sometimes with wadded up newspaper.

    The kids loved it.

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  12. I learned that the IFST recommends constant training in varied conditions because there's no way to know how long a match will last. And I predict this will never be an Olympic sport, charming though this group is.

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  20. There is no crying in snowball throwing. If a preassigned judge spots a player crying in competitive snowball throwing, that player is automatically disqualified.

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  23. I learned that pin trading is a big deal and as we know the International Federation of Snowball Throwing is a really big deal.

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  24. I learned that snowball throwing teams do not have to be equal in number as long as both teams agree to it before hand.

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  27. haha guerrilla-style snowball gangs XD …"All snowballs must be hand-packed after the start of competition. Stockpiling snowballs in advance is a method used by guerrilla-style snowball gangs. The IFST advocates civilized, regulated snowball throwing."

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  29. Required entry

    Size matters. :mrgreen: It must be big enough to make a substantial impact, but small enough to be thrown all the way across the park while you’re dodging behind a tree.

    tnrina at gmail dot com

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  49. I learned that if you don't have snow (we have PLENTY where I live!) – you can go online because Coca-Cola has created a snowball throwing game at OpentheGames.com. Genius. 😉

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  51. Slightly wet snow works best. It packs quickly, holds together during flight and explodes on impact temporarily paralyzing your competitor.

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  54. I learned that the IFST recommends constant training in varied conditions because there’s no way to know how long a match will last.

    🙂 Thank you for the wonderful giveaway! 🙂

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  57. Lovely contest & I love the Olympics, especially Winter Games. I learned of Snowball Making 101

    skyxsky27(at)gmail.com

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  75. I learned that IFST’s official mission is to have snowball throwing recognized as a legitimate sport, thanks!

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In April 2006, Lisa began blogging to stay connected with distant relatives and friends. As she delved into blogging, she discovered the potential to assist others by sharing her experiences. Lisa has actively engaged in numerous exclusive media ventures. Notable among these are her participation in events such as the Sony Mommy Bloggers Event, the Pampers Mommy Bloggers Event, the Epson Event in Chicago, the Stouffers Event, a memorable yacht excursion with Lands End, collaborations with 1-800-Baskets, an exclusive tour for bloggers by Mrs. Prindable’s, partnerships with Hallmark, PopCap games, Chicago Cubs Mastercard Priceless Events, and Rug Doctor. In addition, she has collaborated with Nutrisystem on a weight loss initiative, teamed up with Buick and Chevy, and served as a brand ambassador for Sprint. Lisa's collaboration portfolio also extends to Disney, where she has participated in press trips for significant movies such as Frozen, Guardians of the Galaxy, McFarland USA, The Good Dinosaur, The BFG, and Cars 3. Notably, for projects like Frozen, The BFG, and Cars 3, she was granted the privilege of walking the red carpet and conducting interviews with celebrities. The impact of Lisa's blog has gained recognition, with The New York Times referencing her content. Moreover, she has been featured in interviews by respected publications such as the Southtown Star, The Chicago Sun Times, and inside.