Current Trail Conditions

Trails are groomed 3 times per week by volunteer groomers. Tracksetting occurs after each significant snowfall and just prior to Saturday lessons (usually January through March). Trail conditions will vary depending on snowfall and snow conditions. More

Plan your ski outing on our new trails!

The snow dances worked and winter has finally arrived in the capital. The trails have been groomed (thanks to our dedicated volunteer groomers) and we are excited to begin our first official ski season at WCParks with a growing trail network groomed for classic skiing, skate skiing and snowshoeing. Plan your ski outing: Get your trail pass Members receive a season trail pass as part of their KN membership. If you haven’t already picked yours contact info@kanatanordic.ca to arrange ... More

Jan 1 Grooming

TRAIL 2 - Our access from P3 to the Campground trails ( Trails 3-12) is open for backcountry skiing but not groomed as the pond is not yet frozen. PLEASE WALK AROUND THE POND. Trails 100-107 are groomed with trackset. There are some wet areas on 106 and the West section of 101. The sprint course is skate groomed. Trans Canada Trail is groomed and trackset. The trails 1,3,4,6,7,8,9 and portions of 12 should be groomed by tonight. Lower ( Blue) 12 will be rolled but not enough ... More

Dec. 29 – Snow Finally! WCParks open for skiing

At 401 Corkstown, all trails rolled at least twice, sometimes 3 times. TCT rolled once. Training area west of WCParks parking rolled once. Training area between lit ring and entrance road rolled once. JR/BR trails rolled at least twice. Rolled trails are packed but a bit uneven in places, good for both skating and classic, we will follow up with the groomer shortly. There is currently no connecting trail to campground at 411 Corkstown, trail 2 is blocked by a pond. Access from P3, probably ... More

December 20 – Waiting for Snow

Currently all of our trails are closed for skiing due to no snow coverage. We look forward to more snow soon! More

Volunteer Opportunity: Canadian Eastern Championships

Get ready for one of the best x-c skiing events of the year in Canada! The up-coming Canadian Eastern Championships  (Feb 5-7, 2016)  are again being organized with the collaboration of all ski clubs in this region:  Chelsea Nordiq, Kanata Nordic, Nakkertok, Skinouk, and XC Chelsea Masters.  More than 600 athletes and 300 spectators from every province in Canada will be at this three-day race series being held at the Nakkertok South ski facility in Cantley, QC. The official race ... More

Volunteer Opportunity: Jackrabbit Coordinator(s)

We are looking for one or two volunteers to take a leadership role for our Jackrabbit Learn to Ski program. This role is an executive position to plan and oversee the Jackrabbit programs. The tasks related to this position are primarily administrative in nature and therefore you only need a passion for encouraging being active through skiing not be a highly skilled skier. Key responsibilities: These are some of the main areas this role covers. Leader Relations: Help in the placement of ... More

Fresh Air Experience: Nordic Ski Club Week 2015

Once-a-year Savings on skis, poles, bindings & boots Visit Fresh Air Experience Monday, November 9 to Sunday, November 15, 2015 to see all the latest gear and Kanata Nordic members receive 20% OFF any purchases of regular priced skis, boots, bindings and poles. Service & experience guaranteed! Large selection of: Salomon, Madshus, Fischer, Exel, Alpina, Swix Learn more about Fresh Air Experience: http://www.freshairexp.ca/ and visit them in-person at: 1291 Wellington Street More

Volunteer Opportunity: Fall Trail Days

We are busy preparing and developing our trails for the upcoming season & we need your help. Come help us prepare our new ski site at Wesley Clover Parks, get some fresh air, exercise and meet up with your ski friends! December 6 Trails Day Information  Focus for Trails Day 3: Continued trail work at 411, signage and equipment maintenance Team Lead: Gene Vigneron Date: Sunday December 6 Meet time:  8: 00 AM  to Noon Meet location: Kanata Nordic Storage Area Enter ... More

Volunteer Opportunity: Bunnyrabbit & Jackrabbit Leaders

We are looking for leaders and assistant leaders for our Bunnyrabbit and Jackrabbit programs. This is a great opportunity to develop your skiing and help younger skiers learn to ski by becoming a trained coach and volunteering to be a leader. For those who volunteer to be leaders or assistants for our ski programs and take the Introduction to Community Coaching or Community Coaching course Kanata Nordic will reimburse your training cost.If you're interested in sharing your love of skiing ... More

Volunteer Opportunity: Annual Ski Swap & Open House

Help out at our annual Ski Swap & Open House on October 16 & 17 at Wesley Clover Parks.  Training will be provided on-site for all volunteer roles. Opportunities: Ski Swap Intake - Friday evening 2 or 3 persons to assist those wishing to drop off equipment for the ski swap. When: Friday October 16 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Ski Swap Intake - Saturday 3 or 4 persons to assist those people wishing to drop off equipment for ski swap. When:  Sat Oct 17  from 8:15 to 10:00 am ... More