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Municipalities Support Skiing
Municipalities across the province support cross-country skiing by providing rental or equipment loans, try-it events, and groomed trails. Keep your local recreation departments and libraries in mind, in addition to cross-country ski clubs, when planning your next outing! Keep an eye on the CCNS calendar and check directly with your municipality for upcoming “try it…
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Ski team secures top 15 in sprints and 3.3 km at Eastern Canada Cup. Alumni, Sircom-Brown, finishes 10th, 15th & 16th!
GATINEAU, Q.C. – Provincial team athletes competed alongside over 650 racers across Canada and United States; at the Eastern Canada Cup; the first major ski race of the season in the East, held at the Nakkertok Nordic Ski Centre, on December 13-15, 2024. Multiple events were held over three days of racing. Athletes attending included: Cohen…
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Regional Ski Workshop – North Highlands Nordic, Feb 7-9
Come enjoy Nova Scotia’s winter wonderland, make new ski friends, and elevate your technique. Register on Zone4, by January 15, 2025 Cross Country Nova Scotia is offering a regional cross-country ski workshop at North Highlands Nordic, located in Cape North, Cape Breton Island, from February 7-9, for beginner-through-intermediate skiers to learn and improve their skate…
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Officials Hub – New from Nordiq Canada
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Dec 3, 2024 In order to better serve the officials community, Nordiq Canada has moved to a new platform for officials to register, log, track, and learn. The previous database is no longer compatible with Nordiq Canada’s server and platform. We are asking all Nova Scotia officials to please…
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David Hubley Recipient of Cleve’s Source for Sports Impact Awards
Congratulations! Scotia XC Ski Club coach, David Hubley, is the recipient of the Cleve’s Source for Sports Impact Award, Coach of the Month, for April, 2024. David is a long-standing cross-country ski coach for the Scotia XC Ski Club. David instructs the club’s elementary-age participants, working with them to develop their skill sets while ensuring…
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Guided Hike + Campfire at Baddeck Nordic Club
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Dec 1, 2024 Sunday December 1st Baddeck Nordic Club presents guided hikes on Sunday, December 1, with hiking durations coordinating with the following times, departing from the trailhead at 1085 Westside Baddeck Road: 2pm, 2 hour hike; 2:30pm, 1.5 hour hike; and 3pm, 1 hour hike. Please wear good…
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Hiring Manager – Scotia XC Ski Club
by Scotia XC Ski Club, Nov 29, 2024 Job Description Looking for someone to learn and take over the tasks required to keep the club and it’s programs up and running as the current volunteer steps away from the role after 5 years. Ideally a person would be interested in this role for several years. …
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Online Auction – NHN Groomer Fund
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Nov 29, 2024 Bid from Nov 30 – Dec 1 North Highlands Nordic is hosting an online auction to raise funds for a grooming tractor purchase. Visit and support this nordic centre, by visiting the Auction Facebook Event Page to place your bids! Plan your visit to North Highlands…
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Ski Wax Clinic – Town of Kentville
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Nov 27, 2024 Get ready for the snow with a free cross-country ski waxing session hosted by “That Ski Guy” (Ik3 Whitehead), on Sunday, December 15, from 1-3 pm; at the Kentville Rec Hub, Kentville, NS! No supplies or equipment are required for this hands-on session. Learn tips and…
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2nd Annual – Coaching Workshop + Masters Development Camp, Charlo, NB
by Dave Hubley, Coach Development, CCNS Board, Nov 6, 2024 Coach development workshop, Jan 16. Atlantic regional masters nordic development camp, Jan 17-19. Both events will be held in Charlo, NB. > Register on Zone4 A training partner of mine often comments, “as we get older, the hills get steeper & distances longer, time moves…
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Ski Maintenance Workshops
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Nov 6, 2024 Regular cross-country ski maintenance will extend the life of equipment and safeguard your investments. Ski technician, Ike Whitehead, is keen to teach your organization’s staff and volunteers, simple technical skills that will keep your fleet in top condition. Workshops are also available for members of your…
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Online Auction Nov 30th, by North Highlands Nordic
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Nov 3, 2024 Save the date! North Highlands Nordic is hosting an online auction on Nov 30, 2024, to raise funds for the purchase of a new grooming tractor. Keep an eye on NHN’s social media accounts for updates on Facebook and Instagram. Plan your visit to North Highlands…
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Fundraiser Breakfast + Live Music at NHN
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Nov 1, 2024 Come enjoy a delicious breakfast, live music, and good company at North Highlands Nordic! Help this club raise funds for a new groomer. Menu items include: scrambled eggs, bacon, toast, hash browns, coffee, and tea. The event is being held at NHN’s Nordic Centre, which is…
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Ski Team Tests Mettle at Atlantic Super Camp
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Oct 23, 2024 Ski team athletes challenged their physical and mental capacities, alongside athletes from four provinces, while attending the third annual Atlantic Super Camp at Fundy National Park, on Oct 18-20, 2024. Our athletes forged new friendships throughout the jam-packed weekend that included roller-skiing up hills with 416…
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We are Hiring – School Ski Coordinator
by CCNS Staff, Oct 17, 2024 Hiring P/T Coordinator Cross Country Nova Scotia is looking for a School Ski Program Coordinator to manage a fleet of youth ski equipment that is available for rent by schools, youth group leaders, and cross-country ski clubs. Our fleet is stored at The Links at Brunello, in Timberlea, Nova…
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Baddeck Nordic Club – Early Bird Membership Savings
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Oct 2, 2024 Baddeck Nordic Club is offering a 33% early bird discount for memberships purchased before Oct 31, 2024. Annual memberships for an individual are $50 (regular $75), and family are $100 (regular $150). Visit Baddeck Nordic’s homepage to register! The club also offers day passes. As a…
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Ski Ambassador Program Recognized
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Oct 16, 2024 CCNS Receives Recreation Nova Scotia’s Mayflower Community Cooperation Award Cross Country Nova Scotia has been selected as the recipient of the Mayflower Community Cooperation Award, by Recreation Nova Scotia, for the implementation of our Ski Ambassador Program, during the 2024-25 season. The Mayflower Award recognizes the…
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We are Hiring Ski Ambassadors
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Oct 16, 2024 Hiring P/T Ambassadors Cross Country Nova Scotia is interested in hiring two enthusiastic skiers for our award winning Ski Ambassador Program, which attracted more than 1,000 individuals to participate in fun and inclusive cross-country ski sessions during the 2023-24 season. Ski Ambassadors will be responsible for facilitating…
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Masters Roller Ski Program by Scotia XC Ski Club
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Oct 1, 2024 Scotia XC Ski Club is excited to offer an adult roller-ski program designed for all skill levels, from Oct 15 – Nov 26, 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. – lead by coach Dave Hubley. Every Tuesday, the group will meet at the 5K Cafe parking lot…
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Celebrating our 2024 Award Recipients
by Cross Country Nova Scotia, Staff, Sept. 27, 2024 Cross Country Nova Scotia is pleased to announce our 2024 award recipients. Annually, dedicated volunteers and provincial team athletes are recognized for their dedication to cross-country skiing and achievements. Nominations are submitted by club members and voted on by our board of directors to determine volunteer…
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