Conditions for February 1, 2026

January was somehow the longest month ever but was also somehow over in a blink. Anyone else feeling like that? I cant believe it is February. Looking forward to some great skiing this month. And February 1 is no exception! Skiing is going to be amazing today. Chanse has regroomed everything with the Husky. There was just a dusting of snow so the trails will be firm. I am excited to see the sun!

I wonder what Wiarton Willie will decide? 6 more weeks of Winter or 6 more weeks until Spring? I vote for a slightly warmer version of 6 more weeks of Winter.

Rene will be ready for Get Active Club if you would like a buddy while skiing. He is going to be classic skiing.

Everything is open.

What would I be wearing while on the trails in the cold?

Top, 3 to 4 layers: my warmer base layer, merino baselayer that I use for a mid layer, maybe a light fleece (for me I find a fleece too much for a solo ski, although would have keep 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: warm hat (Sauce Chill Toque), regular weight buff, warmest mitts (Auclair Gigatex, again I find 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 specifically help with frostbite but it helps with wind burn.

Bottom line don’t let the cold scare you off! You may discover you can enjoy being outside even when it is cold.

See our Trail Etiquette outline here. Guidelines to be a top notch cross country skier and good human being.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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Register for Skills & Drill Sessions Here

Get Active Club – Enjoy skiing or snowshoeing with someone else? Join us for our Get Active Club! Snowshoers meet Monday’s at 1 with Angie (and her sidekick Alan). Skiers meet Kelly Monday’s at 2:30 and Sunday’s with Rene at 2:30.

December 26 to February 17 – Teal’s Tango Draw

February 7 – Demi Day & Wax Clinic

February 21 – Highlands Ski Orienteering

February 28 – Family Winter Adventure Day

March 16 to 20 – March Break Day Camp