by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Feb 14, 2024
Bring the whole family to try cross-country skiing at the Links at Brunello, on Tuesday, February 20, from 6 pm – 7:30 pm. The lesson area is lit for night skiing. Cross Country Nova Scotia’s ski ambassador, Stacy Payne, will provide all of the basic instruction you require to learn and enjoy cross-country skiing – classic technique.
There is no program fee for this event and equipment will be available to borrow. Trail access fees are required and can be purchased on-site, $10 for two hours, at the Brunello Golf Shop; required for participants ages five and older. Scotia XC Ski Club members have trail access fees included in their membership.
You will enjoy a social and relaxed learning environment with Stacy Payne. Over the past four years, she has initiated programming and instructed over 800 students to cross-country ski at school. Stacy has been teaching physical education within the HRCE for the past 20 years.
Cross-country skiing is the ideal family sport. The whole family can experience exciting adventures together, while increasing everyone’s physical and mental well-being through movement and spending time in nature. Come out and give it a try!
Contact Stacy Payne if you have questions, stacypayne34@gmail.com.
Registration is required, please register each participant in the family!
| DETAILS | TRY SKIING |
|---|---|
| DATE | Tue Feb 20 |
| TIME | 6 pm – 7:30 pm |
| LOCATION | The Links at Brunello |
| 120 Brunello Blvd, Timberlea, NS B3T 0J4 (Google Map) | |
| TRAIL | SCOTIA XC Ski Club venue |
| Lesson Area – Driving Range, beginner-friendly, flat surface for multi-directional skiing, 1 km loop with gentle hills. Lit for night skiing. | |
| Additional terrain includes cart paths, 5 km groomed trails, check trail conditions before accessing | |
| Trails + Facilities Map | |
| TECHNIQUE | Classic cross-country skiing |
| EQUIPMENT | Available to borrow, no fee |
| Classic style skis, boots & poles | |
| Limited quantities. First come, first serve basis. | |
| You are welcome to bring your own equipment as well, if you have it, and want to join the group. | |
| CLOTHING | Please dress in layers. If you get too hot, you can remove a layer. |
| If you are bringing a young child, be sure to bring warm mittens, warm socks, snow pants, and a hat. You can always take a layer off. Skiing is more enjoyable for every age group, when they are a comfortable temperature. | |
| FEE | SCOTIA XC Ski Club membership or day pass required for individuals 5 years and older |
| 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). | |
| Annual Membership, SCOTIA XC Ski Club | |
| GROUP SIZE | Limited to 20 participants |
| REGISTER (required) | Please register each participant in the family! |
| Click here to register! | |
| CONTACT | stacypayne34@gmail.com |
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.
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Stacy Payne – Background
Stacy Payne has been teaching physical education at Halifax Regional Centre for Education, for more than 20 years. ”I have been teaching cross-country skiing to all of my grades 3-5 students over the past four years – which amounts to over 200 students, per year,” Payne said. Over the past four years, she has initiated programming and instructed over 800 students to cross-country ski at school.
“I have always worked in sports and recreation with a passion for all things outdoor education,” added Payne. “I have a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Nutrition, a Bachelor of Education, and I completed my Certificate in Outdoor Education from St FX university in 2021.”
Payne volunteered with a new Canadians on snow program last season and also supported the ski at school program. She has been an avid cross-country skier for six years, and wishes she tried the sport sooner. Additionally, Payne has been alpine skiing for over 40 years. Originally from New Brunswick, she has been living in Nova Scotia for almost 30 years.
“I am hoping that through this role I will meet more incredible Nova Scotians and hopefully spark a love for the sport. Active lifestyles can become more challenging with some of the barriers winter brings. I am hoping that I can reach individuals and families of a variety of ages and demographics, embracing this wonderful sport that allows for physical activity, independence, the beauty of nature, and to connect with like minded individuals.”STACY PAYNE
Throughout her experience instructing cross-country skiing, Payne takes tremendous satisfaction as an instructor. ”I absolutely love watching the skill progression from the start of a lesson, to the end. It’s incredible how confident one can become so very quickly.”
Photos
Stacey as photographed below enjoying cross-country skiing on the trails, teaching her students, and also volunteering with the new Canadians on skis project.
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