by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Feb 3, 2024
Try cross-country skiing at this family-friendly event, on Saturday, February 10th, from 1 pm – 2:30 pm, at the Recreation Hub Garage and soccer field, located at 800 West Main Street, beside Kings County Academy, in Kentville. Skiers of all ages and experience levels, are invited to come out to learn the basics of cross-country skiing through fun activities. Cross Country Nova Scotia ski ambassador, Claire Miner, will be facilitating this event, in partnership with Kentville Recreation.
There is no fee for this event. Equipment can be borrowed from Kentville Recreation Ski Loan Program. Please pick up equipment at the Kentville Town Hall, on Wed or Thur in advance of the event. Note, there will be no equipment to borrow on the day of the event at the Hub.
This is a wonderful opportunity to meet fellow cross-country skiers and enjoy time on snow. Details are listed below, please contact Claire if you have questions, claire.miner@dal.ca.
Registration required!
Consider Joining a Cross-Country Ski Club!
If you enjoy your time on snow, please check out your local cross-country ski club, SCOTIA XC Ski Club, which offers lessons for all ages, 40 km of groomed trails across 8 venues in HRM and western Nova Scotia, social events, and many people to support you in your cross-country skiing journey.
| DETAILS | POP-UP GROUP SKI EVENT |
|---|---|
| DATE | Sat Feb 10 |
| TIME | 1 pm – 2;30 pm |
| LOCATION | Recreation Hub Garage and soccer field |
| Beside Kings County Academy | |
| | 800 West Main St, Kentville, NS (Google Map) |
| TECHNIQUE | Classic |
| TRAIL DETAILS | Soccer field, flat surface, beginner friendly |
| FEE | No cost |
| EQUIPMENT | Available to borrow, no cost, 4 day loans, limited quantities + sizes, first-come first-served basis |
| Kentville Recreation Ski Loan Program | |
| Kentville Town Hall 354 Main St, Kentville, NS 902-679-2539 recreation@kentville.ca | |
| 1. Pick up gear at Kentville Town Hall on Wed-Feb-7 or Thu-Feb-8 | |
| 2. Return gear on Mon-Feb-12 or Tue-Feb-13 | |
| REGISTER (required) | Before registering, coordinate gear from Kentville Recreation |
| Click here to register! | |
| CLOTHING | Dress appropriately for the weather. |
| Couple of layers, with a wind/water resistant outer layer, mittens/gloves, hat + warm socks | |
| If you require clothing, please contact Claire, well in advance to potentially arrange for warm clothing to borrow. | |
| CONTACT | claire.miner@dal.ca |
Claire Miner – Background
Cross Country Nova Scotia is absolutely thrilled to have Clair Miner onboard as a ski ambassador this season. Miner will be promoting our sport through targeted partnerships and events.
Claire has been cross-country skiing for more than 20 years. She grew up on a small farm with extensive woods, and was exposed to the sport as a recreational family activity. “We would often bring a lunch and classic ski on logging roads (with permission) or go directly through the woods to favourite places”, miner said.
“Experiencing how the landscape changed from season to season and making the best out of each – whether on foot, skis, bike or horseback, was a highlight of my childhood.”
In addition to her strong connection to our sport and nature, Claire brings a strong teaching skill-set, through her experience as a volunteer track attack instructor for Scotia XC Ski Club.
A dedicated athlete, Miner was also named to the Nova Scotia Biathlon Team, from 2017 – 2019.
“I am looking forward to introducing the sport to folks as a fun way to get outside and make the best of the winter season!”
CLAIRE MINER
Photos
Miner as photographed cross-country skiing, riding her horse, and competing on the provincial biathlon team.
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