A Visit From The NHL Alumni

I'm not sure how will this photo shows up, but it certainly caught my attention:

It is a photo of a travelling NHL Alumni team that played charity games. This particular photo includes Rocket Richard, Frank Mahovlich, Bill White, Eddie Shack, Bob Nevin, Suitcase Smith and Billy Harris.

The reason it caught my attention is actually the totem poles in behind. I recognized them instantly, even though I could not immediately place them.

It turns out this photo (and the photo of Rocket Richard to the right) was take in Prince Rupert, BC, not far from my hometown of Terrace. These NHL alumni members were on a charity tour playing in Rupert, Burns Lake, McKenzie and Prince George in March 1988.

Coincidentally, the local office of Big Brothers/Big Sisters has approached me for help to get a NHL Alumni game to come to my home town of Terrace for a charity game. It is a wonderful idea, but I'd really appreciate any insight anyone has into the organizing and of the event and different/unique fundraising opportunities perhaps from people who have gone through this process before.

Contact me at teamcanada72@gmail.com or post your thoughts below in the comments.