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

Welcome to a new era for Kanata Nordic – President’s Message

Welcome to a new era for Kanata Nordic! With the recent opening of Registration for the coming ski season we embark on a new journey as we relocate all our programs and activities to Wesley Clover Parks (WCP) for the coming season. More

Club Skinouk Trail Running Event October 18

Club Skinouk invites you to register to Cross country Skinouk, a trail run, which will be held on 18 October 21, 2015 in Gatineau Park, from Relais plein air, in Gatineau. More information & register: https://zone4.ca/reg.asp?id=10082&lan=1&cartlevel=1 More

Coaching Job Opportunity with XC Chelsea Masters

XC Chelsea Masters is looking for a part-time Head Coach. The Head Coach is responsible for designing the club's ski programs in collaboration with the Board of Directors and delivering the programs with a team of assistant coaches. This is a dynamic contract position that requires active engagement at team practices, races, training camps and meetings for the 2015-2016 dryland training and ski season. Reports to: President, XC Chelsea Masters Club Mission: XC Chelsea Masters is a ... More