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Conditions

February 10

by

Conditions continue to be excellent out there. What an awesome winter it has been. Chanse has regroomed with the Husky this morning.

We have a small high school race today. The trails will remain open! It is a skate race so the classic track won’t be affected and the kids get sent out in intervals so it spreads out a lot on the trails. Please don’t be worried about it being too busy on the trails. We can all share! The biggest buzz will be between 10:30 and noon so if you are nervous just avoid those times. In the afternoon they will be doing a small loop for relays (500m or so), the rest of the network won’t be used.

One fun addition we just added to the Conditions Page is our total snow fall this season. We have been keeping track but hadn’t added it up. I knew it was going to be a lot but boy that is a big number!

7:30 Addition: I forgot to mention 2PM Ski Club! I will be skate skiing today at 2PM. Angie is unable to make it for snowshoeing today but her trusty sidekick Allen will likely be here at 2PM if you would like to go for a snowshoe!

Feel the love sale is back πŸ₯° Big sales on clothing and ski equipment on now until February 23. Newly added items to our Snow Squall Sale to give you 33%, 40% and 50% off select clothing. Take 25% off a number of ski equipment models as well. Big discounts with the same terrific ski fitting service!

Please take a minute to refresh your memory on the Highlands Nordic Trail Etiquette.

UPCOMING EVENTS

February 22: Family Winter Adventure Day! A day of fun for the whole family. Participate in shelter building and learning how to make a fire. We will teach you how to read a map and explore the trails on snowshoes. Join in on a beginner cross country ski lesson and go for a ski after! Don’t need the lesson, go have fun on the trails!
Cost: $35 per person or $115 per family. Lunch and snack included!Β (up to 4 people, 1 adult required, maximum of 2 adults).
*Rentals available at a discount
March 2: See the sunrise from a different perspective…on skis! Sunrise is at 6:44, building doors will open at 6:15. Get out the door to see the sunrise at your favourite spot on the trails. When you are done your ski come in for a warm up with a drink and some homemade cinnamon buns 🀀

GET ACTIVE CLUB

Looking for some company on the trails or need help learning the trail system to navigate on your own? Whatever your reason you can meet us Monday’s at 2PM for Get Active Ski Club and we can hit the trails together! Skate, classic, fast or slow we make it workπŸ€—Everyone is welcome to join us.

A long time Season’t Pass holder and friend has offered to Get Active SNOWSHOE Club Monday’s at 2PMas well! Join Angie on a snowshoe this week.

NIGHT SKIING

Wednesday and Friday’s we will be open until 8. Since conditions can be variable we will make a call each Wednesday and Friday morning if we feel it is safe to go ahead with Night Skiing. Best practice will be to check before you come out to ensure there hasn’t been a change through the day. We haven’t been getting a lot of sunshine lately so bring your headlamp to ensure you have light coverage on your ski.

FACILITY HOURS

Regular Trail Hours are between 8:30 and 4:30. Please come off the trails by 4:30 so the building can close at 5. Staff will wait to ensure allΒ vehicles have left the property safely. Cafe is open Wednesday to Sunday; 10 to 3.

February 9

by

Hayden has made a guest appearance today and is grooming with the Husky this morning. Chanse is riding Passenger Princess and is in charge of music: country or Meat Eater Podcasts, and snacks: chocolate milk and banana bread. All trails are in excellent shape. It has been lightly snowing since grooming started and you will find the trails slightly snow-covered today. There might be some drifting on the Back Red, Woolner and Teal’s Tango.

Feel the love sale is back πŸ₯° Big sales on clothing and ski equipment on now until February 23. Newly added items to our Snow Squall Sale to give you 33%, 40% and 50% off select clothing. Take 25% off a number of ski equipment models as well. Big discounts with the same terrific ski fitting service!

Please take a minute to refresh your memory on the Highlands Nordic Trail Etiquette.

UPCOMING EVENTS

February 22: Family Winter Adventure Day! A day of fun for the whole family. Participate in shelter building and learning how to make a fire. We will teach you how to read a map and explore the trails on snowshoes. Join in on a beginner cross country ski lesson and go for a ski after! Don’t need the lesson, go have fun on the trails!
Cost: $35 per person or $115 per family. Lunch and snack included!Β (up to 4 people, 1 adult required, maximum of 2 adults).
*Rentals available at a discount
March 2: See the sunrise from a different perspective…on skis! Sunrise is at 6:44, building doors will open at 6:15. Get out the door to see the sunrise at your favourite spot on the trails. When you are done your ski come in for a warm up with a drink and some homemade cinnamon buns 🀀

GET ACTIVE CLUB

Looking for some company on the trails or need help learning the trail system to navigate on your own? Whatever your reason you can meet us Monday’s at 2PM for Get Active Ski Club and we can hit the trails together! Skate, classic, fast or slow we make it workπŸ€—Everyone is welcome to join us.

A long time Season’t Pass holder and friend has offered to Get Active SNOWSHOE Club Monday’s at 2PMas well! Join Angie on a snowshoe this week.

NIGHT SKIING

Wednesday and Friday’s we will be open until 8. Since conditions can be variable we will make a call each Wednesday and Friday morning if we feel it is safe to go ahead with Night Skiing. Best practice will be to check before you come out to ensure there hasn’t been a change through the day. We haven’t been getting a lot of sunshine lately so bring your headlamp to ensure you have light coverage on your ski.

FACILITY HOURS

Regular Trail Hours are between 8:30 and 4:30. Please come off the trails by 4:30 so the building can close at 5. Staff will wait to ensure allΒ vehicles have left the property safely. Cafe is open Wednesday to Sunday; 10 to 3.

February 8

by

We have the makings of a truly fantastic ski day out there! Chanse has regroomed with the Husky and I am pretty sure it doesn’t get any better than this. Little to no wind called for, great temperatures and conditions amazing for both classic and skate! Skiing is a MUST today.

Feel the love sale is back πŸ₯° Big sales on clothing and ski equipment on now until February 23. Newly added items to our Snow Squall Sale to give you 33%, 40% and 50% off select clothing. Take 25% off a number of ski equipment models as well. Big discounts with the same terrific ski fitting service!

Please take a minute to refresh your memory on the Highlands Nordic Trail Etiquette.

UPCOMING EVENTS

February 22: Family Winter Adventure Day! A day of fun for the whole family. Participate in shelter building and learning how to make a fire. We will teach you how to read a map and explore the trails on snowshoes. Join in on a beginner cross country ski lesson and go for a ski after! Don’t need the lesson, go have fun on the trails!
Cost: $35 per person or $115 per family. Lunch and snack included!Β (up to 4 people, 1 adult required, maximum of 2 adults).
*Rentals available at a discount
March 2: See the sunrise from a different perspective…on skis! Sunrise is at 6:44, building doors will open at 6:15. Get out the door to see the sunrise at your favourite spot on the trails. When you are done your ski come in for a warm up with a drink and some homemade cinnamon buns 🀀

GET ACTIVE CLUB

Looking for some company on the trails or need help learning the trail system to navigate on your own? Whatever your reason you can meet us Monday’s at 2PM for Get Active Ski Club and we can hit the trails together! Skate, classic, fast or slow we make it workπŸ€—Everyone is welcome to join us.

A long time Season’t Pass holder and friend has offered to Get Active SNOWSHOE Club Monday’s at 2PMas well! Join Angie on a snowshoe this week.

NIGHT SKIING

Wednesday and Friday’s we will be open until 8. Since conditions can be variable we will make a call each Wednesday and Friday morning if we feel it is safe to go ahead with Night Skiing. Best practice will be to check before you come out to ensure there hasn’t been a change through the day. We haven’t been getting a lot of sunshine lately so bring your headlamp to ensure you have light coverage on your ski.

FACILITY HOURS

Regular Trail Hours are between 8:30 and 4:30. Please come off the trails by 4:30 so the building can close at 5. Staff will wait to ensure allΒ vehicles have left the property safely. Cafe is open Wednesday to Sunday; 10 to 3.

February 7

by

A wintery day ahead of us. Some snow overnight that Chanse has groomed in with the Husky. Classic will be the technique of choice today. We are see some wind gusts and possible flurries today. The key will be finding trails in the trees. The first 100m will be the worst! We will likely see some drifting on Back Red, Woolner and Teal’s Tango.

Night skiing is on tonight! Bring your headlamp. The wind looks like its dying down so this evening should be a pleasant time for a ski.

Please take a minute to refresh your memory on the Highlands Nordic Trail Etiquette.

UPCOMING EVENTS

February 8: CiderΒ Tasting and Ski Night!Β Get out to enjoy a ski and come in to finish the evening with a Duntroon Cider tasting and fully loaded charcuterie boards.

Cost: $45 per person
*Trail pass not included
February 22: Family Winter Adventure Day! A day of fun for the whole family. Participate in shelter building and learning how to make a fire. We will teach you how to read a map and explore the trails on snowshoes. Join in on a beginner cross country ski lesson and go for a ski after! Don’t need the lesson, go have fun on the trails!
Cost: $35 per person or $115 per family. Lunch and snack included!Β (up to 4 people, 1 adult required, maximum of 2 adults).
*Rentals available at a discount
March 2: See the sunrise from a different perspective…on skis! Sunrise is at 6:44, building doors will open at 6:15. Get out the door to see the sunrise at your favourite spot on the trails. When you are done your ski come in for a warm up with a drink and some homemade cinnamon buns 🀀

GET ACTIVE CLUB

Looking for some company on the trails or need help learning the trail system to navigate on your own? Whatever your reason you can meet us Monday’s at 2PM for Get Active Ski Club and we can hit the trails together! Skate, classic, fast or slow we make it workπŸ€—Everyone is welcome to join us.

A long time Season’t Pass holder and friend has offered to Get Active SNOWSHOE Club Monday’s at 2PMas well! Join Angie on a snowshoe this week.

NIGHT SKIING

Wednesday and Friday’s we will be open until 8. Since conditions can be variable we will make a call each Wednesday and Friday morning if we feel it is safe to go ahead with Night Skiing. Best practice will be to check before you come out to ensure there hasn’t been a change through the day. We haven’t been getting a lot of sunshine lately so bring your headlamp to ensure you have light coverage on your ski.

FACILITY HOURS

Regular Trail Hours are between 8:30 and 4:30. Please come off the trails by 4:30 so the building can close at 5. Staff will wait to ensure allΒ vehicles have left the property safely. Cafe is open Wednesday to Sunday; 10 to 3.

February 6

by

Another deposit of snow last night to add to our growing base. Chanse has regroomed with the Husky for a great day of skiing. You will find things snow covered today. It is a bit snow with the new snow we have received. If there is a choice today classic would be it. See you on the trails!

Please take a minute to refresh your memory on the Highlands Nordic Trail Etiquette.

UPCOMING EVENTS

February 8: CiderΒ Tasting and Ski Night!Β Get out to enjoy a ski and come in to finish the evening with a Duntroon Cider tasting and fully loaded charcuterie boards.

Cost: $45 per person
*Trail pass not included
February 22: Family Winter Adventure Day! A day of fun for the whole family. Participate in shelter building and learning how to make a fire. We will teach you how to read a map and explore the trails on snowshoes. Join in on a beginner cross country ski lesson and go for a ski after! Don’t need the lesson, go have fun on the trails!
Cost: $35 per person or $115 per family. Lunch and snack included!Β (up to 4 people, 1 adult required, maximum of 2 adults).
*Rentals available at a discount
March 2: See the sunrise from a different perspective…on skis! Sunrise is at 6:44, building doors will open at 6:15. Get out the door to see the sunrise at your favourite spot on the trails. When you are done your ski come in for a warm up with a drink and some homemade cinnamon buns 🀀

GET ACTIVE CLUB

Looking for some company on the trails or need help learning the trail system to navigate on your own? Whatever your reason you can meet us Monday’s at 2PM for Get Active Ski Club and we can hit the trails together! Skate, classic, fast or slow we make it workπŸ€—Everyone is welcome to join us.

A long time Season’t Pass holder and friend has offered to Get Active SNOWSHOE Club Monday’s at 2PMas well! Join Angie on a snowshoe this week.

NIGHT SKIING

Wednesday and Friday’s we will be open until 8. Since conditions can be variable we will make a call each Wednesday and Friday morning if we feel it is safe to go ahead with Night Skiing. Best practice will be to check before you come out to ensure there hasn’t been a change through the day. We haven’t been getting a lot of sunshine lately so bring your headlamp to ensure you have light coverage on your ski.

FACILITY HOURS

Regular Trail Hours are between 8:30 and 4:30. Please come off the trails by 4:30 so the building can close at 5. Staff will wait to ensure allΒ vehicles have left the property safely. Cafe is open Wednesday to Sunday; 10 to 3.

February 5

by

Well a few flurries yesterday just causally turned into 18cm of snow! Even though Chanse groomed in the morning it became clear that we were offering a “backcountry” experience yesterday πŸ˜‚ Chanse has been grooming with the Husky this morning to reset everything. It is currently lightly snowing so we may find things snow covered again. Classic will be the better choice today if you have the option to choose. I am personally loving these winter days! How about you?

Night skiing is on tonight! I am almost forgotten what the sun looks like so I would suggest bringing a headlamp our solar lights aren’t quite getting a full charge!

Please take a minute to refresh your memory on the Highlands Nordic Trail Etiquette.

UPCOMING EVENTS

February 8: CiderΒ Tasting and Ski Night!Β Get out to enjoy a ski and come in to finish the evening with a Duntroon Cider tasting and fully loaded charcuterie boards.

Cost: $45 per person
*Trail pass not included
February 22: Family Winter Adventure Day! A day of fun for the whole family. Participate in shelter building and learning how to make a fire. We will teach you how to read a map and explore the trails on snowshoes. Join in on a beginner cross country ski lesson and go for a ski after! Don’t need the lesson, go have fun on the trails!
Cost: $35 per person or $115 per family. Lunch and snack included!Β (up to 4 people, 1 adult required, maximum of 2 adults).
*Rentals available at a discount
March 2: See the sunrise from a different perspective…on skis! Sunrise is at 6:44, building doors will open at 6:15. Get out the door to see the sunrise at your favourite spot on the trails. When you are done your ski come in for a warm up with a drink and some homemade cinnamon buns 🀀

GET ACTIVE CLUB

Looking for some company on the trails or need help learning the trail system to navigate on your own? Whatever your reason you can meet us Monday’s at 2PM for Get Active Ski Club and we can hit the trails together! Skate, classic, fast or slow we make it workπŸ€—Everyone is welcome to join us.

A long time Season’t Pass holder and friend has offered to Get Active SNOWSHOE Club Monday’s at 2PMas well! Join Angie on a snowshoe this week.

NIGHT SKIING

Wednesday and Friday’s we will be open until 8. Since conditions can be variable we will make a call each Wednesday and Friday morning if we feel it is safe to go ahead with Night Skiing. Best practice will be to check before you come out to ensure there hasn’t been a change through the day. We haven’t been getting a lot of sunshine lately so bring your headlamp to ensure you have light coverage on your ski.

FACILITY HOURS

Regular Trail Hours are between 8:30 and 4:30. Please come off the trails by 4:30 so the building can close at 5. Staff will wait to ensure allΒ vehicles have left the property safely. Cafe is open Wednesday to Sunday; 10 to 3.

February 4

by

We had some nice snow come down yesterday which has been a great addition to our base 🀩 Conditions are excellent with Chanse grooming with the Husky this morning. On the cooler side this t0day so it will be worth being mindful about your layers but it will be great out on the trails!

Please take a minute to refresh your memory on the Highlands Nordic Trail Etiquette.

UPCOMING EVENTS

February 8: CiderΒ Tasting and Ski Night!Β Get out to enjoy a ski and come in to finish the evening with a Duntroon Cider tasting and fully loaded charcuterie boards.

Cost: $45 per person
*Trail pass not included
February 22: Family Winter Adventure Day! A day of fun for the whole family. Participate in shelter building and learning how to make a fire. We will teach you how to read a map and explore the trails on snowshoes. Join in on a beginner cross country ski lesson and go for a ski after! Don’t need the lesson, go have fun on the trails!
Cost: $35 per person or $115 per family. Lunch and snack included!Β (up to 4 people, 1 adult required, maximum of 2 adults).
*Rentals available at a discount
March 2: See the sunrise from a different perspective…on skis! Sunrise is at 6:44, building doors will open at 6:15. Get out the door to see the sunrise at your favourite spot on the trails. When you are done your ski come in for a warm up with a drink and some homemade cinnamon buns 🀀

GET ACTIVE CLUB

Looking for some company on the trails or need help learning the trail system to navigate on your own? Whatever your reason you can meet us Monday’s at 2PM for Get Active Ski Club and we can hit the trails together! Skate, classic, fast or slow we make it workπŸ€—Everyone is welcome to join us.

A long time Season’t Pass holder and friend has offered to Get Active SNOWSHOE Club Monday’s at 2PMas well! Join Angie on a snowshoe this week.

NIGHT SKIING

Wednesday and Friday’s we will be open until 8. Since conditions can be variable we will make a call each Wednesday and Friday morning if we feel it is safe to go ahead with Night Skiing. Best practice will be to check before you come out to ensure there hasn’t been a change through the day. We haven’t been getting a lot of sunshine lately so bring your headlamp to ensure you have light coverage on your ski.

FACILITY HOURS

Regular Trail Hours are between 8:30 and 4:30. Please come off the trails by 4:30 so the building can close at 5. Staff will wait to ensure allΒ vehicles have left the property safely. Cafe is open Wednesday to Sunday; 10 to 3.

February 3

by

Looks like a weird start to the day with some freezing rain while Chanse is grooming with the Husky. According to the hourly there is about a 40% chance and it should all be done by 8. That means trails will be in good shape! As long as the roads are clear you should be ok! It will transition to snow by the afternoon.

We have 2PM Get Active Club for both ski and snowshoe. My plan is to classic ski today. All are welcome!

Please take a minute to refresh your memory on the Highlands Nordic Trail Etiquette.

UPCOMING EVENTS

February 8: CiderΒ Tasting and Ski Night!Β Get out to enjoy a ski and come in to finish the evening with a Duntroon Cider tasting and fully loaded charcuterie boards.

Cost: $45 per person
*Trail pass not included
February 22: Family Winter Adventure Day! A day of fun for the whole family. Participate in shelter building and learning how to make a fire. We will teach you how to read a map and explore the trails on snowshoes. Join in on a beginner cross country ski lesson and go for a ski after! Don’t need the lesson, go have fun on the trails!
Cost: $35 per person or $115 per family. Lunch and snack included!Β (up to 4 people, 1 adult required, maximum of 2 adults).
*Rentals available at a discount
March 2: See the sunrise from a different perspective…on skis! Sunrise is at 6:44, building doors will open at 6:15. Get out the door to see the sunrise at your favourite spot on the trails. When you are done your ski come in for a warm up with a drink and some homemade cinnamon buns 🀀

GET ACTIVE CLUB

Looking for some company on the trails or need help learning the trail system to navigate on your own? Whatever your reason you can meet us Monday’s at 2PM for Get Active Ski Club and we can hit the trails together! Skate, classic, fast or slow we make it workπŸ€—Everyone is welcome to join us.

A long time Season’t Pass holder and friend has offered to Get Active SNOWSHOE Club Monday’s at 2PMas well! Join Angie on a snowshoe this week.

NIGHT SKIING

Wednesday and Friday’s we will be open until 8. Since conditions can be variable we will make a call each Wednesday and Friday morning if we feel it is safe to go ahead with Night Skiing. Best practice will be to check before you come out to ensure there hasn’t been a change through the day. We haven’t been getting a lot of sunshine lately so bring your headlamp to ensure you have light coverage on your ski.

FACILITY HOURS

Regular Trail Hours are between 8:30 and 4:30. Please come off the trails by 4:30 so the building can close at 5. Staff will wait to ensure allΒ vehicles have left the property safely. Cafe is open Wednesday to Sunday; 10 to 3.

February 2

by

A little dusting of snow on top of the trails today. Another cool day with a bit of wind. Finding trails in the trees will help! You may find key spots like Back Red, Woolner and Teal’s Tango get drifted today. Chanse has regroomed with the Husky for some fantastic conditions!

To add to the excitement this weekend we have a Biathlon Race. It will only have a small affect on the network. The only trails that are used are Rainbow Out, Millennium Loop and a small section of Teal’s Tango. To connect to the rest of the network you will follow Green and then take the right at the top of the hill to slide up to the S-Climb. Cheer the racers and volunteers on if you see them. They are working hard on this frosty weekend!

Make sure to stop by the Front Desk to buy your Teal’s Tango Draw tickets. This is your last weekend!

A quick reminder for Trail Etiquette at Highlands. If slower skiers have the ability to move off to the side to to let faster skier go by that is appreciated, although not necessary. Faster skiers are responsible for going around a slower skier. It is not appropriate to call “Track” in a non race setting. Let’s work together to create a positive experience.

What would I be wearing while on the trails?

Top, 3 to 4 layers: my warmer base layer, merino baselayer that I use for a mid layer, a light fleece (I actually found the fleece too much for a solo ski, although would have kept it if I was skiing with others) and jacket on top.

Bottom, 2 layers (I never wear more than 2 just change the weight): my warmer base layer, and heavier outer pants. Proper underwear makes a difference too! The no cotton holds true to underwear just as much as your base layer.

Accessories πŸ’β€β™€οΈ: warm hat (Sauce Chill Toque), regular weight buff, warmest mitts (Auclair Gigatex, again I found these too much for a solo ski but good if I was skiing with someone), and my Lorpen socks. I usually put on some vaseline on my cheeks and lips to help cut the wind and add a layer of protection. It won’t help with frostbite but it helps with wind burn.

UPCOMING EVENTS

From now until February 3: Teals Tango Draw!

We are pleased to be bringing back the Teal’s Tango Draw for another season. Tickets will be sold at the front desk with all proceeds going to trees for Teal’s Tango. 1 Ticket for $10, 3 for $20.
πŸ₯‡Prize: Adult Season’s Pass for 2025/2026
πŸ₯ˆPrize: Highlands 8 Pack (trail passes)
πŸ₯‰Prize: 3 glide waxes from the Service Bench
All prizes also include a groomer ride in the Husky around Teal’s Tango.

February 8: CiderΒ Tasting and Ski Night!Β Get out to enjoy a ski and come in to finish the evening with a Duntroon Cider tasting and fully loaded charcuterie boards.

Cost: $45 per person
*Trail pass not included
February 22: Family Winter Adventure Day! A day of fun for the whole family. Participate in shelter building and learning how to make a fire. We will teach you how to read a map and explore the trails on snowshoes. Join in on a beginner cross country ski lesson and go for a ski after! Don’t need the lesson, go have fun on the trails!
Cost: $35 per person or $115 per family. Lunch and snack included!Β (up to 4 people, 1 adult required, maximum of 2 adults).
*Rentals available at a discount
March 2: See the sunrise from a different perspective…on skis! Sunrise is at 6:44, building doors will open at 6:15. Get out the door to see the sunrise at your favourite spot on the trails. When you are done your ski come in for a warm up with a drink and some homemade cinnamon buns 🀀

GET ACTIVE CLUB

Looking for some company on the trails or need help learning the trail system to navigate on your own? Whatever your reason you can meet us Monday’s at 2PM for Get Active Ski Club and we can hit the trails together! Skate, classic, fast or slow we make it workπŸ€—Everyone is welcome to join us.

A long time Season’t Pass holder and friend has offered to Get Active SNOWSHOE Club Monday’s at 2PMas well! Join Angie on a snowshoe this week.

NIGHT SKIING

Wednesday and Friday’s we will be open until 8. Since conditions can be variable we will make a call each Wednesday and Friday morning if we feel it is safe to go ahead with Night Skiing. Best practice will be to check before you come out to ensure there hasn’t been a change through the day. We haven’t been getting a lot of sunshine lately so bring your headlamp to ensure you have light coverage on your ski.

FACILITY HOURS

Regular Trail Hours are between 8:30 and 4:30. Please come off the trails by 4:30 so the building can close at 5. Staff will wait to ensure allΒ vehicles have left the property safely. Cafe is open Wednesday to Sunday; 10 to 3.

February 1

by

A cold day ahead of us but there is little to know wind which as we know that makes a big difference! Add an extra layer and get out for a ski. It will be worth it I promise! Chanse has regroomed everything with the Husky. The trails are in excellent shape. At the moment we are receiving some surprise snow. Nothing has been forecasted so who knows if it will keep going, but you may find the trails a bit snow-covered today.

Today is Highlands Demo Day! Ski testing from 10 to 3, with a wax clinic open to everyone at 2:30 (focusing on Vauhti Liquid wax). Meet in the Wax Hut. Don’t forget to check out our Snow Squall Sale clothing rack. Find discounts from 33% to 50% off. Plus February 1 and 2 only, spend $150 and get a free pair of Bliz Motion Sunglasses.

To add to the excitement this weekend we have a Biathlon Race. It will only have a small affect on the network. The only trails that are used are Rainbow Out, Millennium Loop and a small section of Teal’s Tango. To connect to the rest of the network you will follow Green and then take the right at the top of the hill to slide up to the S-Climb. Cheer the racers and volunteers on if you see them. They are working hard on this frosty weekend!

Make sure to stop by the Front Desk to buy your Teal’s Tango Draw tickets. This is your last weekend!

What would I be wearing while on the trails?

Top, 3 to 4 layers: my warmer base layer, merino baselayer that I use for a mid layer, a light fleece (I actually found the fleece too much for a solo ski, although would have kept it if I was skiing with others) and jacket on top.

Bottom, 2 layers (I never wear more than 2 just change the weight): my warmer base layer, and heavier outer pants. Proper underwear makes a difference too! The no cotton holds true to underwear just as much as your base layer.

Accessories πŸ’β€β™€οΈ: warm hat (Sauce Chill Toque), regular weight buff, warmest mitts (Auclair Gigatex, again I found these too much for a solo ski but good if I was skiing with someone), and my Lorpen socks. I usually put on some vaseline on my cheeks and lips to help cut the wind and add a layer of protection. It won’t help with frostbite but it helps with wind burn.

UPCOMING EVENTS

From now until February 3: Teals Tango Draw!

We are pleased to be bringing back the Teal’s Tango Draw for another season. Tickets will be sold at the front desk with all proceeds going to trees for Teal’s Tango. 1 Ticket for $10, 3 for $20.
πŸ₯‡Prize: Adult Season’s Pass for 2025/2026
πŸ₯ˆPrize: Highlands 8 Pack (trail passes)
πŸ₯‰Prize: 3 glide waxes from the Service Bench
All prizes also include a groomer ride in the Husky around Teal’s Tango.

February 8: CiderΒ Tasting and Ski Night!Β Get out to enjoy a ski and come in to finish the evening with a Duntroon Cider tasting and fully loaded charcuterie boards.

Cost: $45 per person
*Trail pass not included
February 22: Family Winter Adventure Day! A day of fun for the whole family. Participate in shelter building and learning how to make a fire. We will teach you how to read a map and explore the trails on snowshoes. Join in on a beginner cross country ski lesson and go for a ski after! Don’t need the lesson, go have fun on the trails!
Cost: $35 per person or $115 per family. Lunch and snack included!Β (up to 4 people, 1 adult required, maximum of 2 adults).
*Rentals available at a discount
March 2: See the sunrise from a different perspective…on skis! Sunrise is at 6:44, building doors will open at 6:15. Get out the door to see the sunrise at your favourite spot on the trails. When you are done your ski come in for a warm up with a drink and some homemade cinnamon buns 🀀

GET ACTIVE CLUB

Looking for some company on the trails or need help learning the trail system to navigate on your own? Whatever your reason you can meet us Monday’s at 2PM for Get Active Ski Club and we can hit the trails together! Skate, classic, fast or slow we make it workπŸ€—Everyone is welcome to join us.

A long time Season’t Pass holder and friend has offered to Get Active SNOWSHOE Club Monday’s at 2PMas well! Join Angie on a snowshoe this week.

NIGHT SKIING

Wednesday and Friday’s we will be open until 8. Since conditions can be variable we will make a call each Wednesday and Friday morning if we feel it is safe to go ahead with Night Skiing. Best practice will be to check before you come out to ensure there hasn’t been a change through the day. We haven’t been getting a lot of sunshine lately so bring your headlamp to ensure you have light coverage on your ski.

FACILITY HOURS

Regular Trail Hours are between 8:30 and 4:30. Please come off the trails by 4:30 so the building can close at 5. Staff will wait to ensure allΒ vehicles have left the property safely. Cafe is open Wednesday to Sunday; 10 to 3.