Conditions for January 22, 2025

I really hope these cold temperatures aren’t keeping you away from skiing! We have had some incredible skiing the last couple of days and that will continue. Proper layer choices and choosing trails in the trees makes all the difference in the world. There is a bit of wind predicted today so on key open spots there will be a bit of drifting. Such as Back Red, Woolner and Teal’s Tango.

Chanse has regroomed everything with the Husky. Night skiing is on tonight! Ensure to bring a headlamp as back up.

What would I be wearing while on the trails?

Top, 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. I forgot to add proper underwear! No cotton holds true to underwear just as much as your base layer.

Accessories : 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.
Prize: Adult Season’s Pass for 2025/2026
Prize: Highlands 8 Pack (trail passes)
Prize: 3 glide waxes from the Service Bench
All prizes also include a groomer ride in the Husky around Teal’s Tango.

February 1: Highlands Demo Day! Ski testing from 10 to 3, with a wax clinic open to everyone at 2:30 (focusing on Vauhti Liquid Wax).

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

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

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 all vehicles have left the property safely. Cafe is open Wednesday to Sunday; 10 to 3.