Northern Colorado Holiday Traditions That Bring the Community Together
Northern Colorado has so many amazing traditions that happen during this time of year.
It’s hard to think of anything that can top the annual Teddy Bear toss at Blue Arena.
Colorado Eagles Teddy Bear Toss Night at Blue Arena
Every single year, the Colorado Eagles hockey team host a Teddy Bear Toss night. Fans bring stuffed animals to Blue Arena and when the Eagles score their first goal, everyone throws the toys onto the ice.
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Where the Teddy Bears Go: Northern Colorado Charities Supported
Once they are collected, they get donated and transported to three separate charitable organizations: United Way of Weld County, Weld Elves, and Realities for Children.
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This year, the Eagles collected approximately 10,000 teddy bears/stuffed animals which filled fifteen Pedersen Toyota Trucks.
Colorado Eagles Beat Ontario Reign on Teddy Bear Toss Night
Team captain, Jayson Megnascored the first goal of the game at 16:06 in the 1st period. Once the puck hit the net, the crowd erupted with excitement…