by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Fri, Feb 9, 2024
Skiers of all ages are invited to a pop-up ski, in a casual and social environment, on Sun, Feb 11, from 2:30 pm – 4 pm, at The Links at Brunello, driving range. Join Kat Kitching, who will be offering instructional tips for classic and skate skiing techniques. Kitching is a CANSI and Nordiq Canada certified instructor. This event is geared towards beginner to advanced skiers. Participants should have the following minimal skills: ability to put on equipment, descend gentle hills, and get up from a fall. Please bring your own gear. Note, The Links at Brunello has equipment available to rent.
There is no program fee. Cross Country Nova Scotia is proud to present this event. Trail access fees are required and can be purchased on-site, $10 for two hours, at the Brunello Golf Shop. Scotia XC Ski Club members have trail access fees included in their membership.
The event will take place at the driving range, which includes a flat rectangular-shaped area that is groomed and allows for multi-directional skiing; there is also a groomed 1 km loop, which includes descents and climbs to practice.
The Links at Brunello offers a dining experience at Nineteen, which is located in the main club house building, beside the parking lot. Participants are welcome to enjoy a meal or hot drink afterwards.
Details are listed below, please contact Kat if you have questions, kat@outdooractive.ca.
Registration is 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 | Sun Feb 11 |
| TIME | 2:30 – 4 pm |
| LOCATION | The Links at Brunello |
| 120 Brunello Blvd, Timberlea, NS B3T 0J4 | |
| TECHNIQUE | Classic + Skate |
| EXPERIENCE | Some skiing experience recommended (not a first-timer event). |
| Participants should have the following minimal skills: ability to put on your own equipment, descend gentle hills, and get up when you fall. | |
| TRAIL DETAILS | SCOTIA XC Ski Club venue |
| Lesson Area – Driving Range, beginner-friendly, flat surface for multi-directional skiing, 1 km loop, view trail details | |
| Cart Paths, 5 km groomed trails, check trail conditions before accessing | |
| FEE | SCOTIA XC Ski Club membership or day pass required |
| Annual Membership | |
| Day Pass, $10 for 2 hours, $20 for 4+ hours. Purchase on-site at The Links at Brunello Golf Shop (main building beside parking lot). | |
| EQUIPMENT | Please bring your own ski equipment, classic or skate |
| Rental equipment available at The Links at Brunello | |
| INSTRUCTOR | Onsite wearing fluorescent yellow |
| RESTAURANT | Nineteen, at The Links at Brunello, open Sundays |
| REGISTER (required) | Click here! |
| CONTACT | kat@outdooractive.ca |
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