by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Wed, Febr 21, 2024
Skiers of all ages are invited to a pop-up ski, in a casual and social environment, on Sat, Feb 24, from 2:30-4 pm, at Victoria Park in Truro. Cross Country Nova Scotia ski ambassador, Claire Miner, will be offering technique tips and demonstrations. Your choice of classic or skate ski technique. Please bring your own equipment. This event is geared towards skiers with some experience, not a first-timer friendly event.
There is no fee for this event. The trail system, is groomed by the Town of Truro. Note, the Town of Truro offers an equipment loan program.
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!
| DETAILS | POP-UP GROUP SKI EVENT |
|---|---|
| DATE | Sat Feb 24 |
| TIME | 2-4:30 pm |
| SKI LOCATION | Victoria Park |
| Meet and park at Truro Middle School | |
| 445 Young St, Truro, NS B2N 7H9 (Google Map) | |
| TECHNIQUE | Classic or skate |
| ABILITY | Skiing experience recommended, not a first-timer event |
| TRAIL DETAILS | Town of Truro venue, grooming provided by the Township |
| 20 km groomed trails, beginner-friendly | |
| Trail Map, Trail Conditions | |
| FEE | No fees |
| EQUIPMENT | Please bring your own equipment |
| EQUIPMENT LOANS | Town of Truro |
| Winter Equipment Loans | |
| REGISTER (required) | Click here! |
| CONTACT | claire.miner@dal.ca |
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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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